Upcoming Live Performances

Marty O'Reilly

Thursday, November 7, 7:30-9:30PM

Explaining Marty O’Reilly’s music is like describing a dream. It feels familiar, but at the same time unchartered. His songs sound bluesy but not blues, folk but not folk, soulful but not soul. Marty’s voice is beautiful and unique, his lyrics stark yet lush over gritty electrified guitar, melding beautifully into genre-defying music within the vast definitions of Americana.
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Clem Snide

with Americana band Rye Valley opening!

Saturday, November 9, 7-9PM

NPR highlighted the Israeli-born Barzelay as “the most underrated songwriter in the business today, with a sneakily firm grasp on poignancy and humor.”
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Strays and Misfits

Saturday, November 16, 7-9PM

What do you get when you blend a punk rocker and a Polish gospel singer? You get pure magic called Strays&Misfits! This married duo met somewhere in the middle and created their own weirdo style of folk music. Together with their trusty mustache wielding bass player, Joe, they guide their listeners through all the feels, writing storyteller songs about relatable life experiences and social topics.

Dave Hause

Thursday, November 21, 7-9PM

Dave Hause’s songs have always been rooted in tangible reality—of emotion, of environment, of circumstance. Since releasing his debut album, Resolutions, in 2011, the Philadelphia-born songwriter has poured his whole heart, soul and life into his music.
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Jazz Vocalist Janet Paulsen Sings Dinah, Doris and Ella!

Saturday, November 23, 7-9PM

Janet Paulsen is excited to be back at Manor Mill. She is known for her carefully curated shows, thoughtful interpretation of lyrics, and passionate delivery. This new show will feature songs that were sung by Doris Day, Dinah Shore and Ella Fitzgerald.

These three iconic big band singers were chosen by the famous conductor, composer, and pianist Andre Previn to record a jazz album with each of them. Previn played the piano on these recordings and even composed a song for Doris Day. Janet will perform selections from these albums to perform.

Since the holiday season is just around the corner, Janet will also sing some of these jazz ladies’ favorite holiday tunes.

Janet will be performing with Anthony Pocetti on organ and Mike Kuhl on drums.
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Dan + Claudia Zanes Record Release Party

Friday, November 29, 11-1PM

Grammy Award winning rocker turned all-ages entertainer Dan Zanes and Haitian-American jazz vocalist / music therapist Claudia Zanes have been singing in harmony since the day they met in 2016. Dan + Claudia have released two records on the legendary Smithsonian Folkways label. Their most recent, Pieces of Home expands their vision of joyful intergenerational porch party music.

Tyree Austin from Gary, Indiana is a recent graduate of Howard University’s jazz vocal program. He brings the uplifting spirit of his hometown’s heroes, The Staple Singers, into every song that he sings. He officially joined Dan + Claudia in 2024.

This new trio is heavy on vocal harmonies, 12 string guitar, and a social spirit that invites people of all ages to sing along and dance from the very start.
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DECEMBER

Jamie McLean Band

Thursday, December 5, 7-9PM

Jamie McLean Band creates a musical gumbo that incorporates New Orleans soul, middle Americana roots, Delta blues and New York City swagger. Jamie McLean Band is a triple threat. The group’s energetic and captivating live show is undeniable.
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Sam Morrow

Friday, December 6, 7-9PM

Five albums into an acclaimed career, Sam Morrow has carved out a sound that exists somewhere outside of genre and geography. It’s his own version of modern-day American roots music: a mix of roadhouse rock & roll, bluesy R&B, and country-fried funky-tonk, driven forward by groove, grease, and guitars.
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Interested in performing at Manor Mill? Please use this form or email theloft@manor-mill.com

Brad Selko

National Music Curator

Brad Selko grew up loving music and sharing this passion with others. Among many musical endeavors, Brad was founder, owner and director of the Hot August Music Festival, formally known as the “Hot August Blues Festival", which started on his farm here in Monkton. Brad ran the festival for 28 years, overseeing its transition to Oregon Ridge Park in Cockeysville where thousands of music fans still attend annually.

Emerson Probst

Regional Music Curator

Emerson has been playing bluegrass and folk music around Baltimore since an early age. After a career as an author recruiter in educational publishing, he works with his family real estate business to sponsor charity music events, pulling together local musicians for jams and open mics. His monthly blog "Hereford Music News" features these efforts and can be found at https://herefordmusicnews.com/

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: Do I need to bring my own chair?
A: Nope! We will have enough chairs to seat everyone, seating is first come, first serve.

Q: Is there food? Drinks?
A: We have candy for sale but no food service. We recommend bringing food from home or a local restaurant and finding a spot to sit and enjoy it before the show.

Q: Is there alcohol for sale?
A: No. We do not sell any alcoholic beverages onsite, but you are welcome to byob. (If you can avoid the red wine, we would greatly appreciate that as we have very old and very beautiful hardwood floors)

Q: What time do the doors open?
A: Doors are typically open at least 1 hour prior to the show. The Gallery and Gift Shop are open Wed-Sun 12-6pm so make sure to leave time for shopping before the show!

Q: How early should I arrive?
A: We recommend showing up at least 30 minutes before the show starts to get a good parking spot and to get seated for the show.

Q: Is parking limited?
A: Yes! We strongly encourage carpooling, but we monitor ticket sales so that we may accommodate everyone attending concerts.

Q: Do I need to bring my tickets/confirmation email to the show with me?
A: No, your name will be on the list at the front desk- please check in upon arrival before heading up to The Loft.

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