2023 Performance Line-up
Beginning at the southern most part of the stroll.
Midnight Anthem
@ First Congregational Church | 4 Lyme Street
Catherine, Sophia, & Grace are joined on stage by Ian and Dominick, and play an eclectic blend of covers & originals, best described as country, Americana, rock & everything in between! The Midnight Anthem's first release Momma Needs a Margarita came out on Mother's Day 2023. See where they are playing next at TheMidnightAnthem.com. Found on streaming platforms @themidnightanthem.
Howling Hound Dogs
Village Shoppes | 12 Lyme Street
The Howling Hound Dogs are an acoustic roots washboard trio and their toe-tappin', hand clappin', finger-snappin' shows have thrilled audiences throughout New England. Their jam creates a unique approach to swing, classic country, upbeat blues and funny original songs. Howling is required at all Hound Dog shows!
John Brown & Friends
Cooley Gallery of Fine Art | 25 Lyme Street
John Brown is well known across southern and eastern Connecticut as a solo artist and as the leader and principal songwriter of the band Back Porch Pickers. He also forms half of the duo Whiskey & Aspirin. While overall John plays a mix of traditional country and classic rock tunes, his solo work focuses mostly on heartfelt originals -- songs that reflect on the continuing trials and tribulations of life in all its stages. Follow John on Facebook or his duo @whiskeyandaspirin.
Paul Loether
Cooley Gallery of Fine Art | 25 Lyme Street
Paul Loether is an "old school" style folksinger and finger style guitarist whose expressive vocals cover a range of traditional and contemporary folk music. His usually topical originals are well-crafted and often feature pointed and/or humorous lyrics. Paul has performed as a solo artist throughout much of southern New England and the Washington, DC area. For many years, he was lead vocalist, guitarist, and stand-up bass player for the Maryland-based band Sliver Strings MD. Find him on YouTube @Paul-to5mg.
Lisa Aranci
Residence Front Lawn | 31 Lyme Street
Lisa Aranci uncovered her passion for music at a young age. A singer/songwriter, Lisa also plays in jazz duos and groups. Lisa's original CD Essence of Time can be found on various streaming services. Check out her website www.JustReleased1.com.
JZ and Company
Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe | 34 Lyme Street
Harmonious duo, Jo Elmoznino and Zahnii Artis present an eclectic acoustic collection of cover songs, accompanied by a variety of musical friends. JZ and Company songs will include a combination of old time and modern folk songs, as well as some familiar pop songs for all to sing along with!
Band of Friends
PGN-OL Library | 2 Library Lane
Nightingale's Pickin' Party fave Steve Patarini and his Band of Friends are back sharing their great acoustic performances. Find them at the Tuesday night Pickin' Parties at Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe.
Two of Us
PGN-OL Library | 2 Library Lane
The Two of Us brings Ned "Tex Arcana" Ruete and Susan "Sukulele" Way ukulele stylings and close harmonies for pop and rock hits from the 50s to the 80s.
Three's A Charm
Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall | 52 Lyme Street
Bob Bradshaw, Sue Mead, and Kipp Sturgeon make up Three's A Charm, formed after a Nightingale's Pickin' Party. With guitars, banjo, ukuleles, harmonica, melodica, drum and steel drum, bass guitar, and Kipp's whistling, they perform tunes of the genres of folk, pop, jazz, country, and calypso ranging from the 1920s to the 1970s.
Braiden Sunshine
Center School | 49 Lyme Street
Braiden Sunshine brings to the stage everything from modern pop and rock to 40s music with his own twist on certain songs. A finalist on The Voice, Braiden has a national following. See where he is playing next at BraidenSunshine.com
Bunz Jazz Duo
Lymes' Youth Service Bureau | 59 Lyme Street
Tom Bora and Matthew Munzer come together for the Bunz Jazz Duo. Tom is a dedicated guitarist with gigs across New England. Along with his friend Braiden Sunshine, Tom has opened for international acts such as Blues Traveler and Toto.
Hot Strings Cafe
Patricia Spratt for the Home | 60 Lyme Street
Sherrill, Leigh, Bob, and Don along with guitars, violin, and string bass share with you an eclectic blend of bluegrass, blues, country, folk, old-time jazz, pop, rock n roll, Western swing, and originals. In summary, Americana! Follow the Hot Strings Cafe calendar and hear their music at SongCrew.com/HSC.
Teen Showcase
Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe | 68 Lyme Street
Konrad Kissling hosts this showcase of the great talent at Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe! Come back for more the last Friday of every month for Teen Open Mic Night! MusicNowFoundation.com
Five Bean Row
Residence Front Lawn | 71 Lyme Street
Five Bean Row returns to Old Lyme! This popular band that plays throughout the region will have you tapping your toes to their Americana, jazz, and Bluegrass sounds.
Old Lyme Town Band
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts | 84 Lyme Street
5:30pm start time. The Old Lyme Town Band embraces the history and the heritage of the American Community Band which first began in Old Lyme in 1886. Members of all ages bring audiences its catalogue of over 500 pieces that includes everything from John Williams' "Star Wars Theme" to Percy Grainger's "Country Gardens." OldLymeTownBand.com