Where you can find Al Hawkes NOTE: Please check in advance before attending any function to be aware of possible |
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Thursday - Sunday 7/18 - 7/21, 2013 |
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival Walsh Farm Oak Hill, NY |
One of the largest Bluegrass festivals
on the east coast. A Who's Who of Bluegrass in the Beautiful Catskill Mountains. A Gathering of Music, Learning & Friends. |
Tuesday - Friday |
Pelletier's Spectacular Bluegrass Party Fayette, ME |
Annual Private Party. By invitation only. A reunion with old friends and fans. |
Saturday 6/15, 2013 1-4pm |
Celebration of John Chandler's Life Private Estate, Lovell, ME |
John was a highly respected individual. Al Hawkes & his Bluegrass Nitehawks will perform. |
Saturday |
Westbrook Annual "Together Days" Riverside Park, Main Street Westbrook, ME |
Westbrook 34th annual Together Days is a 2-day festival that is fun for families and residents of all ages! Al Hawkes and his Bluegrass Nitehawks will perform a one hour show at 2 PM on the Main Stage. The event begins on Friday at 4 PM – 10 PM and all day on Saturday from 8 AM – 10 PM. Saturday the event begins with a 5k run/kid’s 1/2 mile fun run and concludes with a 30 Minute firework display. Features two stages of continuous free entertainment. This festival typically attracts 15-20,000 people. This will be Al Hawkes 10 years of being booked by popular demand. He is sponsored by Tickets Unlimited Inc., Highland Variety Store, Martini Lane and Sappi Fine Papers. Click here for a flyer for the event. |
Thursday - Monday 5/23 - 27, 2013 All day and all night |
Bowman's Annual Bluegrass Gathering West Gardiner, ME |
By Invitation Only! |
Saturday 5/18, 2013 |
Le Club Calumet Convention Center 334 West River Road Augusta, ME |
The 36th annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner. Al Hawkes and his Americana Trio will perform during this prestigious show. The dinner (12noon) and 1 PM show is $ 25. per person. The show only is $15, tickets at the door. The 2013 inductees are Ronnie Chase, Dick Pelletier, Merle Record and Sam Tidwell and a 1st time honorary member(?) The house band where needed will be made up from Hall of
Fame Members. Call for reserved tickets at: Nancy Crosby 645 – 2472 or crosby9577@roadrunner.com |
Tuesday 10/16, 2012 9:30 - 11:30 AM |
102 Wishcamp Center University of Southern Maine Portland, ME |
“SAGE” The Sage Program is part of The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Southern Maine, Portland, Maine. Held in 102 Wishcamper Center on the Portland campus at 26 Bedford Street. Al Hawkes will give an academic lecture and discussion on “Pioneering Bluegrass In America”. He will explain and demonstrate his involvement of forty years in Bluegrass music as a recognized Bluegrass & Country Music pioneer, Songwriter, Musician, Record Producer and music Archivist with sound and video presentations and handouts. Al has agreed to play and sing a couple of his original songs that will be featured on his Maine Album due out in 2013. The Osher Institute has 1500 members. There is allowance for walk-ins the day of the performance if extra seating and tickets are available ($7.00 per person). Call: (207) 789-4406. Ask about free parking. |
Sunday |
A Great Show: “Celebration of Lenny Breau and his Music” at the upstairs concert hall at the Empire Dine And Dance in Portland, Maine. The Al Hawkes Americana Trio will perform along with many great and renowned guitar players will perform such as: Denny Breau, Bob Thompson, Sean Mencher, Jay Peterson, Hugh Bowden, Arlo West, Glenn Weiser, Jack Jolie and others to be announced. Including a two hour guitar clinic on Lenny’s style, a discuss panel about Lenny Breau and his influence on guitar playing with industry VIPs, Playing of Lenny audio clips and showing of video clips never heard or seen before. Door Prizes, Drawings, Autographed CD & DVD sales, etc. It will be a “Once – in – a –lifetime” show. Click here to view the flyer Call for limited reserved seating tickets: (207) 879 -8988 |
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Saturday
9/8, 2012 |
Cushing Island, Casco Bay Portland, ME |
Please note: This is a private event. Al Hawkes and his Bluegrass Nitehawks will be one of two bands to perform. The Nitehawks will be the entertainment show band and the other band will be for dancing. |
Thursday
8/30, 2012 6:00 PM |
CANCELED Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Special Brunswick, Maine |
Al Hawkes will not be performing at this show. |
Friday 8/3, 2012 |
PEMI VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Thornton, NH |
20th Annual Bluegrass Festival. Al Hawkes and his Nitehawks return after a long absence. |
Sunday 7/22, 2012 12-1 PM |
Waterford’s World’s Fair Waterford, Maine |
Al Hawkes Americana Trio Show with guest: Jack Jolie. It is a great little annual fair. |
Wednesday - Monday 6/27 - 7/2, 2012 All day & All Night |
Pelletier’s Spectacular Bluegrass Party Fayette, Maine |
Annual Private Party. By invitation only.
A reunion with old friends and fans. |
Sunday 6/24, 2012 12:00 Noon |
Highland Lake Congregational Church |
l Hawkes Americana Show. Annual Church Free Picnic. Acoustic Old time Country & Bluegrass Music. |
Saturday 6/2, 2012 1:00 PM |
Westbrook Annual "Together Days" Riverside Park, Main Street Westbrook, ME. |
Al Hawkes and his Bluegrass Nitehawks show. 1-2 PM. |
Thursday - Sunday 5/24 - 27, 2012 All day & All Night |
Glenn & Holly Bowman's Home West Gardner, ME. |
Private by invitation only Bluegrass Party. |
Friday 4/20, 2012 12-1 PM |
MaineHealth 110 Free Street Portland, ME. |
10th Annual Parkinson’s Awareness Day Conference. Al Hawkes Americana Trio Show. |
Sunday 4/15, 2012 1-6 PM |
The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Rd., Buxton, ME |
Please note:
This is the 3rd Sunday
because Easter is
on the 2nd Sunday. Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer organization. For additional info, look below at Sunday 2/12/ 2012 T his month concludes the BMAM Southern Jams for this season. See you at the festivals this summer and we start the jams again next fall on the 2nd Sunday in October. Note: Al Hawkes will continue his Mandolin Workshops starting at 12:30 PM with Bruce Milliard assisting on guitar. Mr. Hawkes shows how he learned to play mandolin with out formal training and will demonstrate new instrumentals he has composed for an instrumental CD album coming out later. On lookers welcome and the workshop is free. This is the last Al Hawkes Mandolin workshop for this season. We hope you enjoyed the workshops and learn some things to use on your mandolin? |
Monday 3/19, 2012 1:00 PM |
Westbrook Senior Citizens Luncheon & Show Westbrook Warren Congregational Church, Main Street |
Al Hawkes Americana Trio with Al Hawkes, mandolin & guitar, Al Doane, bass, Bruce Milliard, guitar. 45 minute show featuring Al Hawkes newly composed Maine songs. For additional Info: Theasa Chimard 207 - 854-8597 or Cell 655-7189 |
Sunday 3/11, 2012 1-6 PM |
The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Rd., Buxton, ME |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer organization. For additional info, look below at
2/12/ 2012. Note: Al Hawkes will continue his Mandolin Workshops starting at 12:30 PM with Bruce Milliard assisting on guitar. Mr. Hawkes shows how he learned to play mandolin with out formal training and will demonstrate new instrumentals he has composed for an instrumental CD album coming out later. On lookers welcome and the workshop is free. |
Friday - Sunday 2/17 - 2/19, 2012 All Day & All Night... really! |
Joe Val 27th Annual Bluegrass Festival Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Convention Ctc. Framingham, MA |
This is a great in-doors Bluegrass Festival where Al Hawkes meets and plays Bluegrass music with old friends all day and night.
It is always an experience you never forget and never want to miss. I understand the weekend hotel rooms are sold out but day tickets may still be available. Call 617-782-2251 |
Sunday 2/12, 2012 4:00 PM |
Silver Spur & Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Mechanic Falls, ME |
Al Hawkes is to be presented the “Evans Fitch Memorial Award” during the Down East Country Music Association’s annual award show. For more information call: Jackie Harman at 207 - 793 – 8884 |
Sunday 2/12, 2012 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Rd., Buxton, ME |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer organization. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. It is on the second Sunday of each month starting in October and ends in April. There can be as many as 100 "pickers" who come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages are available with plenty of tables and chairs. There is a sign-up for an Open Stage from 3 - 4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $7 General Public, $5 for BMAM Members.
Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Patti Smith at 232-1528. Note: Al Hawkes will continue his Mandolin Workshop starting at 12:30 PM with Bruce Milliard assisting on guitar. Mr. Hawkes shows how he learned to play mandolin with out formal training and will demonstrate new instrumentals he has composed for an instrumental CD album coming out later. On lookers welcome and the workshop is free. |
Friday 9/2, 2011 3:00 PM |
"The Bluegass Special" Featival Thomas Point Beach 29 Meadow Road, Brunswick, ME |
Al Hawkes and his Nitehawks show will be on stage on Friday,
the opening day, at 3 PM with a special two hour show featuring |
Thursday 9/1/2011 7:30 PM |
Brick Church for the Performing Arts 502 Christian Hill Road Lovell, Maine |
Al Hawkes and his Americana Trio
performing a mixture of Old-Time Country, Folk, Bluegrass and original tunes.
Info: 207.925.3322 or 207.925.6244. Website: http://lovellbrickchurch.org |
Saturday 7/23/2011 11:30 AM |
Maine Gold & Silver Store 50 Maine Mall Road South Portland, Maine |
Al Hawkes and his Americana Trio “GOLD RUSH” event to raise money
for the Animal Refuge League.
Info: 207.772.2211
Website: www.megoldandsilver.com |
7/21 - 7/24, 2011 |
Ossipee Valley Music Festival Cornish, Maine |
Al Hawkes will guest appear with Cribstone Bridge at a time to be announced at the festival. Note: On Saturday from 10AM until 3PM, Al will leave to do a previously booked show at Maine Gold and Silver listed above. |
Saturday 7/16/2011 8:00 PM |
Celebration Barn 190 Stock Farm Road South Paris, Maine |
Al Hawkes and his Nitehawks show at Performing Arts Center’s 40th Anniversary Festival. Info: 207.743.8452. Check out their website: www.celebrationbarn.com |
Thursday 6/30, 2011 thru Monday, 7/4/2011 |
Dick & Betty Pelletier Fayette, Maine |
By Invitation only. Al always holds
this date open for their annual
Bluegrass “Get Together”. Great
people and great fun! |
Sunday 6/26, 2011 12-4:00 PM |
Scarborough, Maine |
Private celebration of Harvey Weinstein's Life with friends and family. He was a great musician and a true friend to Al & Barbara. They will be attending. |
Sunday 6/26, 2011 12-4:00 PM |
American Legion Hall 300 Conant Street Route 25, Westbrook, Maine |
Slim Andrews 80th Birthday Party. Open house & Live Music. Everyone welcome, no gifts. Al & Barbara Hawkes will be there celebrating. For more information: 207.795.1119 |
Saturday 6/4, 2011 4:00 PM |
River Bank Park Main Street Westbrook, Maine |
Annual Westbrook Together Days. A big FREE community function for all ages. Three stages with continues entertainment. Morning parade, auction tent, children’s rides, farm animals on display, games, swings, clowns, long line of food venders, fireworks display at night. Al Hawkes Americana Show will perform for an hour around 4 PM. Always a great time that many friends and fans look forward too. Ya’ll come ! |
Saturday 5/31, 2011 12 Noon |
334 West River Road Augusta, Maine |
The 34th Annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner Show. At the Le Club Calumet Al will perform and also has been asked to read a special presentation. Many Country, Folk and Bluegrass pioneers will attend and a number of them will perform. Doors open at 11AM, Dinner served at !2 noon and show starts at 1PM. Ticket for Dinner & Show $25 must be purchased in advance at (207) 795 -1119. Show ticket only (no dinner) are $15 and available at the door the day of the show. A show you don’t want to miss.
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Saturday 5/7, 2011 11:00 AM |
Your local Maine PBS Station |
You can see the documentary film on Al called “The Eventful Life of Al Hawkes”. It will be shown again on the Maine Public Broadcasting Network. It will be on all five MPBN TV stations in Maine.
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Thursday 5/5, 2011 10:00 PM |
Your local Maine PBS Station |
You can see the documentary film on Al called “The Eventful Life of Al Hawkes”. It will be shown again on the Maine Public Broadcasting Network. It will be on all five MPBN TV stations in Maine.
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Sunday 4/10, 2011 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Sunday 3/20, 2011 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Sunday 2/13, 2011 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Sunday 1/9, 2011 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Sunday 12/12, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Sunday 11/14, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Kathy Card at 207-899-3524
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Thursday 10/28, 2010 7:30 PM |
Regent Theatre Arlington, MA |
Al & Barbara Hawkes will be present at the Boston area screening of the the documentary “ The Eventful Life of Al Hawkes.” The New England Folk Archives and the Boston Bluegrass Union present the Boston premiere of the film documentary. The evening’s activities include • Meet the Filmmaker Reception
• Movie Screening • Symposium “Bluegrass and Country Music Through the Lens of Al Hawkes” With Al Hawkes and moderated by Gerry Katz of the Boston Bluegrass Union. Proceeds from the evening to benefit the New England Folk Music Archives. More information and online ticket order http://www.regenttheatre.com/events/
al_hawkes.htm |
Wednesday 10/20, 2010 |
WMPG-FM Portland, ME www.wmpg.org |
Al visits Bob Wade II (aka Blizzard Bob) on his Bluegrass show. Al has returned from Tennessee and Kentucky and will bring Bob and his audience news of the International Bluegrass Music Association’ s “ World OF Bluegrass” convention and annual “ Fan Fest” in Knoxville. Also, his week long visit to the Owensboro area of Kentucky and the International Bluegrass Music Museum along with his visit to Jerusalem Ridge, the home place of the Father of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe. Al brings to Bob new Bluegrass recordings from the Nashville scene along with comments on the International Bluegrass Award Show.
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10/1 - 1/03, 2010 |
Bluegrass FanFest Nashville Convention Center Nashville, TN |
Huge indoor three day Bluegrass Festival with more than 60 artists/bands performing on three stages. Includes workshops, Expo Hall with 100+ booths, Grand Master Fiddle Championship, and more.
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Thursday 9/30, 2010 Evening |
International Bluegrass Music Awards Show, Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN |
Fabulous performances and awards
Broadcast internationally. |
9/27 - 9/30, 2010 |
World of Bluegrass Conference Nashville, TN |
Al & Barbara will be among the 2,000 attendees to meet and do business with many artists, agents, songwriters, record labels, producers, historians, and academic leaders from all over the world.
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Wednesday 9/8, 2010 |
Frontier Cafe Cinema & Gallery 14 Main Street, Brunswick, ME |
Film Premiere: "The Eventful Life of Al Hawkes" with a special live performance by Al Hawkes Trio following the screening. $10 in advance, $12 day of show. Call for show time: 207.725.5222 |
Sunday 8/8, 2010 |
The Venue Show Place Freeport, ME |
Al Hawkes Americana Show will perform at 5PM with two sets. This is one of the HOT SPOTS for music and good food/drinks in the area. They have a “state of the art” sound system. Notice that the show time is 5PM. They’ve been having great crowds at this time on Sundays. Put a link to their website.
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7/21 - 7/25, 2010 |
Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival Cornish, ME |
I will be involved with Sean Mencher and his Swing Combo doing workshops & performances. Times TBA.
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7/16 - 7/18, 2010 |
13th Annual Traditional Family Bluegrass Festival, Brusnwick, ME |
I'll be hanging out and jamming, one or two of the days, with great friends.
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Saturday |
Mainely Brews Tavern Waterville, ME |
Maine International Film Festival. Al Hawkes Americana Show will perform as well as the showing of the documentary “The Eventful Life Of Al Hawkes during the film festival. Show times will be available later and listed here: www.mainelybrews.com
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7/1 - 7/5, 2010 |
All day & night, Fayette, ME |
Annual "Pelletiers Bluegrass Function." |
Sunday 6/27, 2010 1:00 PM |
Highland Lake Church, Highland Lake Corner, Bridgton Road, US 302, Westbrook, ME |
Old Fashion Family Neighborhood Picnic with music by Al Hawkes and his Americana Show. Special acoustic unplugged music with guitars, banjo, mandolin, dobro and bass. Come and make friends with other neighbors. ALL FREE. |
6/16 - 6/20, 2010 |
Jenny Brook Family Bluegrass Festival, Turnbridge Fairgrounds, Turnbridge, VT |
Our friends, Candy & Seth Sawyer, run this wonderful festival and it is their, 10th Anniversary. A beautiful location and a great lineup of talent. For more info: www.jennybrookfestival.com. |
Friday 5/15, 2010 12:00 PM |
Le Club Calumet 334 Northern Ave., Augusta, ME |
Maine Country Music Hall of Fame. Dinner, Show and Induction Ceremonies. Le Club Calumet, 334 Northern Ave., Augusta, Maine. Dinner at 12:00 noon and show at 1:00 PM. For tickets call Carole Ann: (207) 795-1119 hunt2931@roadrunner.com |
Friday 5/14, 2010 7:00 PM |
SPACE Gallery Portland, Maine |
Premiere of the film “The Eventful Life of Al Hawkes” a documentary about New England country music, told through the story of a Maine record label and its founder. After the screening there will be a Q&A session and a live stage performance b y Al Hawkes and his friends with a few surprises. Check out our NEWS column on this site. Doors open 7 PM Show at 7:30 PM At the Space Gallery, 538 Congress Street ( next to L.L. Bean store), Portland, Maine. Information & Tickets at (207) 828-5600 www.space538.org
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Monday 5/10, 2010 6:30 PM |
St. Lawrence Church Performing Arts Center, Portland, Maine |
Featurng: The Jerks Of Grass, The Grassholes and The Stowaways. Al Hawkes will be the MC and join one of the bands for a couple of numbers. For ticket info: www.stlawrencearts.org |
Sunday 4/11, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Saturday 3/27, 2010 8PM |
Space Gallery Portland, Maine |
Mandolin Fest, Featuring: The Legendary Al Hawkes & His Trio with The 317 Main Mandolin Orchestra, plus performances by Jason Phelps, Joe Walsh, Rob Neilson, Seth Doyle, and Ronnie Gallant. Click here to view the flyer.
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Sunday 3/14, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 2/14, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 1/10, 2010 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 12/13, 2009 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 11/8, 2009 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 10/11, 2009 Doors at 12 Noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about Bluegrass. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Mon - Sun 9/28 - 10/4, 2009 |
International Bluegrass Music Association, Nashville, TN |
World of Bluegrass 2009, International Bluegrass Music Awards and Bluegrass Fan Festival in Nashville, Tennessee. Al and his Paganoni mandolin will be performing in a number of spots and more information will be announced as we receive it.
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Fri - Sun 7/3 - 7/5, 2009 |
Dick and Betty Pelletier's Bluegrass Party |
Al and Barbara plan to make the annual event this year after missing it last year. It's one of the best Bluegrass parties in the state. We see lots of friends and great pickin' with the fun shows in the “Barn”.
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Wed - Sat 6/24 - 6/27, 2009 |
International Bluegrass Music Museum, Owensboro, Kentucky |
Al Hawkes invited to join with and perform at the “Pioneers of Bluegrass Gathering” in Owensboro, Kentucky. Shows are staged at the International Bluegrass Music Museum, RiverPark Performance Center and at the ROMP (River of Music Party) located at Yellow Creek Park. During the four days there are Exhibits, Tours, Pioneers Story Telling, Bluegrass Masters Film Festival, Hall of Fame Unveiling and Legends Concert. Al & Barbara will be flying in early on 22nd to lend a hand to Gabrielle Gray, Director of the Bluegrass Music Museum, in setting up and getting ready. The scheduled festival performers is a “Who’s Who” in the Bluegrass field. Check it out at: http://www.bluegrass-museum.org/riverofmusic/index.html
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Saturday 6/13, 2009 |
Empire Dine & Dance Portland, ME |
Al will sit in for a set at the CD release party for Hamilton County & Friends' new album "Brokedown Breakdown." The show starts at 8:00 PM and will also feature music by Hamilton County, Eric Bettencourt, Sean Mencher, Sorcha, and more! The cost is $5 at the door.
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Sunday 6/7, 2009 |
Bob Carter's Service and Celebration of Life |
Information TBA
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Saturday 6/6, 2009 |
Riverbank Park, Main Street, Westbrook, Maine |
Annual Westbrook Together Days. Al Hawkes will perform with his Americana show from 4 – 5:00 PM. It’s FREE and begins on Friday night with a show and Big Band Street Dance Party. Starts again on Saturday morning with a big street parade followed by all day free music on two stages. Lots of children’s entertainment and activities. Midway with rides andmany food venders. Everyone welcome to celebrate our grand city, the most friendly city in Maine. |
Saturday 5/16, 2009 |
Le Club Calumet, Augusta, Maine |
The 32nd Annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner Show in Augusta, Maine. Al Hawkes will perform during part of the show along with Bruce Milliard and Al Doane; who is being inducted into the Hall of Fame that days. Many of Maine’s Bluegrass pioneers are expected to attend and perform: Jimmy Cox, Smokey Val, Allan “Mac” McHale, Bob & Grace French - to name a few.
It is being held at the Le Club Calumet with the sit down dinner at 12 noon and the Ceremonies at 1:00PM. For tickets ($22.00) call: Carole Ann Huntington at (207) 795 -1119. Or: hunt2931@aol.com |
Sunday 4/26, 2009 |
Highland Lake Congregational Church, Westbrook, Maine |
The Al Hawkes Americana Trio with Al Doane & Bruce Milliard playing a mixture of old-tyme country, bluegrass and folk music during the one hour service from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. Highland Lake Congregational Church, 1303 Bridgton Road, Westbrook, ME. across from the Hawkes Plaza sign. Free will offering. FMI: Contact Al Hawkes at al@alhawkes.com or call 207-854-5520
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Sunday 4/5, 2009 Doors at 12 noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine This Jam moved one week earlier because of Easter |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about it. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April (because of Easter it will be on the 5th this year) "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 3/22, 2009 10:30 AM - Noon |
Portland Museum of Art Portland, ME |
Al Hawkes Americana Show with Al Doane & Bruce Milliard and special guest “Multi- Instrumentalist” |
Friday - Sunday 2/13 - 2/15, 2009 |
Sheraton Hotel Framingham Framingham, MA |
24th Annual Joe Val Bluegrass Festival. Al considers this great indoors festival one of best and put on by the Boston Bluegrass Union. Time to gather and “pick” with old friends and meet new bluegrass musicians. Always a great time and stage show with the best national and local acts. The festival may be sold out, so check before going: www.bbu.org or call: 617- 782- 2251 |
Sunday 2/8, 2009 Doors at 12 noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about it. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April (because of Easter it will be on the 5th this year) "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 1/11, 2009 Doors at 12 noon |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegrass Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music or curious people who want to find out about it. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $5 General Public, $4 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April (because of Easter it will be on the 5th this year) "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520
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Sunday 11/16, 2008 |
The Roost Function Hall, Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
2008 Country Legends & Memorials Show produced by the Down East Country Music Asoociation. Al, along with many other Pioneers, will be performing during the show which starts at 12 PM. For more info: Jackie Harmon, President, 207-793-8884.
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Sun - Sun 9/28 - 10/5, 2008 |
International Bluegrass Music Association Meeting and Fan Fair, Nashville, TN |
Again, Al & Barbara attend this great function, and will be staying with their friend Perley Curtis at his home in Gallatin, TN.
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Thurs - Sun 8/28 - 8/31, 2008 |
Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival Brunswick, Maine |
Al plans, as usual, to go in early on the 22nd. This is obviously the greatest Maine bluegrass festival and not to be missed this year, because the rumor is that it will be Pat Crooker's last one. You might catch Al invited on stage as a guest with Mo and Loretta (of Citibank commercial fame) show on Saturday, August 30th. Check out www.thomaspointbeach.com
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Thurs - Sun 7/24 - 7/27, 2008 |
Ossipee Valley Bluegrass Festival Cornish, Maine |
One of Al's favorite festivals with lots of pickin'. Bill and Reatha are great people and friends so Al & Barbara plan to move their RV in early. Check out www.ossipeevalley.com
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Thurs - Sun 7/17 - 7/20, 2008 |
Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival |
Al and Barbara will be attending as guests of Festival Producer Mary Doub. The festival has been moved from Rothvoss farm to a new 200 acre farm between the towns of Oak Hill and Durham. A much easier site to get into and located in a beautiful valley. Check www.greyfoxfestival.com
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Fri, Sat 7/4 - 7/5, 2008 |
Dick & Betty Pelletier's |
Al and Barbara will try to make this annual event if they get back from Kentucky in time. It's a great party with lots of friends and pickin'.
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Thurs, Fri, Sat 6/26 - 6/28, 2008 |
ROMP Bluegrass Festival Owensboro, Kentucky |
The International Bluegrass Music Museum’s big annual event called ROMP which is the “River OF Music Party” featuring some of the greatest Bluegrass entertainers of the present as well as the early Pioneer entertainers. Al Hawkes will be there to see the World Premier of his video documentary, along with others being shown of the Lewis Family, Sullivan Family, Bill Bolick (of the original Blue Sky Boys) and Bill Clifton, at the IBMM Bluegrass Masters Film Festival. For more Info and see Al’s name listed, click on NEWS on the home page.
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Saturday 6/7, 2008 |
Riverbank Park, Main Street Westbrook, ME |
Annual Westbrook Together Days Celebration Starts Friday night with Tony Boffa Big Band show & street dance. Parade Saturday AM followed by all day entertainment on two stages with shows for the whole family.Midway with rides, food and children activities. Al Hawkes will perform with his Nitehawks show from 3:30 – 5:00 PM.
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Saturday 5/17, 2008 |
Le Club Calumet, 334 Northern Ave Augusta, ME |
The 31st ANNUAL MAINE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL of FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY DINNER SHOW. This is Maine’s Premier Country Music Event. Dinner & Show $22 Show only $12. Dinner at 12 noon. Show 1 PM FMI: Carole Ann 795 -1119 Al will perform two numbers during the show with Al Doane & Bruce Milliard.
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Sunday 4/13, 2008 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Sunday 3/9, 2008 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Friday - Sunday 2/15 - 2/17, 2008 Music 24 Hours |
Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Convention Center, Framingham, MA |
23rd Annual Joe Val Bluegrass Festival. Al's fifth time there playing mandolin – with anyone, anywhere, anytime in rooms, hallways, and elevators -- many times till 5AM. A terrific festival where many great friendships have been made. Unfortunately, we understand the Sheraton Hotel is SOLD OUT. Two other nearby hotels are taking the overflow and will offer shuttle buses to transport ticket holders to the Sheraton & festival. But tickets maybe sold out also. Check the Boston Bluegrass Union website: www.bbu.org
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Sunday 2/10, 2008 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Sunday 1/12, 2008 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Sunday 12/8, 2007 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Sunday 11/10, 2007 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Sunday 10/14, 2007 |
Chicopee Rd, Buxton, Maine |
Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Sponsored by the Bluegress Music Association of Maine, a non-profit, all volunteer association. This is a lot of fun for lovers of Bluegrass music. As many as 130 "pickers" come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. Unplugged stringed instruments only! No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Smoke free environment. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4pm. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second Sunday of the month from October to April. "Y'all Come". For additional information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207-854-5520 |
Friday - Monday 9/28 - 10/8, 2007 |
Nashville, TN |
Al and Barbara Hawkes will be attending the IBMA "World of Bluegrass - 2007" convention in Nashville and doing some business with the Country Music Hall of Fame Archives. They will also be attending the Bluegrass Fan Fest in the Nahsville Convention Center also put on by the International Bluegrass Music Association - IBMA |
Saturday - Monday 8/25 - 9/3, 2007 |
Brunswick, ME |
THE BIG ONE! 29th Annual Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival. This great end of the season festival is run by Pat Crocker and her wonderful staff. This is New England's #1 family festival. Al cannot begin to tell you how great this one is. He comes in early and is usually the last one to leave. Twenty four hours a day of Bluegrass joy with very little sleep - just plain great jamming & picking. See you there! |
Friday - Monday 8/3 - 8/6, 2007 |
Branch Brook Campground, Compton, NH |
15th Annual Pemi Valley Bluegrass Festival. It is operated by good friends Russ & Sue Marsden. Al & Barbara will be there for the whole festival with Barbara trying to get Al to stop playing music at 4 or 5 AM each day. Al doesn't like to miss a "lick" at this family oriented and friendly festival so you'll find him jamming eveywhere at any hour of the day. |
Thurs - Sun 7/26 - 7/29, 2007 |
Cornish, ME |
9th Annual Ossipee Valley Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival. Al usually makes it for Saturday and Sunday morning each year. Some of the great & hottest jam sessions occur at this festival which is put on by two wonderful people, Bill & Raytha. He'll try to make it for all three days - just maybe? |
Friday - Sun 7/20 - 7/22, 2007 |
Brunswick, ME |
The annual White's Beach Bluegrass Festival. Al will be wandering around and jamming with all of the great friends and musicians who attend this small but great Maine Bluegrass Festival. |
Thurs - Sat 6/28 - 6/30, 2007 |
Fayette, ME |
Attending the annual Dick & Becky's Bluegrass Festival at The Musical Place. Many friends, many musicians, and many great jam sessions along with the "In The Barn" stage shows. Always great fun. |
Thurs - Mon 6/21 - 6/25, 2007 |
Raleigh, NC |
Al to perform at Corey & Shawna's wedding on Saturday. Shawna requests Al to sing her favorite song "Daisy A Day" during the service. Al will be invited to join jam sessions scheduled in that area while he is there. Much fun! |
6/9, 2007 |
Unfortunately, Chicky's Fabulously Fine Diner has closed its doors. |
Al and his Americana Trio with Al Doane and Bruce Milliard will perform for two sets starting at 8pm. There may, and probably will, be some special guest musicians joining in throughout the evening. It should create some exciting moments in Bluegrass, Country, Jazz, Hillbilly, Blues music - you name it - it will probably happen and have no official musical description. All un-plugged acoustic instruments show. It's been over a year since Al has been able to bring his show back to Chicky's. Better make plans now and call for a table - be prepared to have TOO MUCH FUN! Call Chicky at 207-854-9555 |
Saturday 6/2, 2007 All day |
Riverside Park, Main Street, Westbrook ME |
Annual Westbrook Together Days. A grea family festival with two stages of live entertainment. Al's full show will perform a one hour set in the afternoon. Time TBA. It's free! |
Monday 5/28, 2007 Late morning |
Riverside Park, Main Street, Westbrook ME |
Al is setting up and operating his sound system for the memorial service at the Veterans' Monument right after the parade down Main Street. |
Saturday 5/19, 2007 12 Noon- 6pm |
Le Club Calumet, Augusta, ME |
30th Annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner. The dinner is served from 12-1pm. Stage show of Hall of Famers and induction ceremony start at 1pm. Al will perform there. Al was inducted in 1980. For more information, e-mail hunt2931@verizon.net or call 207-795-1119 or 207-794-3421 |
Wednesday 5/16, 2007 7pm |
Uncle Billy's BBQ, Portland, ME |
Al reunites with The Original String Fusion 15 years later! Don't miss this one of a kind show! |
Sunday 4/22, 2007 Changed from 4/8 1pm - 6pm |
The Roost Function Hall, Buxton, ME |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. This is a lot of fun for for lovers of Bluegrass Music. As many as 130 pickers come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4PM. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second sunday of the month from October to April. For additional information call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207.854.5520
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Sunday 3/11, 2007 1pm - 6pm |
The Roost Function Hall, Buxton ME |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. This is a lot of fun for for lovers of Bluegrass Music. As many as 130 pickers come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4PM. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second sunday of the month from October to April. For additional information call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207.854.5520 |
Friday - Sunday |
Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Convention Center, Mass |
22nd Annual Joe Val Bluegrass Festival. Al's fourth time there playing mandolin. Anywhere, anytime in rooms, hallways, and elevators -- many times till 5AM. A terrific festival where many great friendships have been made. Unfortunately, we understand the festival is SOLD OUT. Check the Boston Bluegrass Union website: www.bbu.org
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Sunday |
The Roost Function Hall, Buxton ME |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. This is a lot of fun for for lovers of Bluegrass Music. As many as 130 pickers come with guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, dobros, and basses to play and sing great old tunes. No dancing or rowdiness allowed. Food and beverages available with plenty of tables and chairs. Open stage from 3-4PM. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. Always the second sunday of the month from October to April. For additional information call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207.854.5520
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Saturday |
WJZF (97.1) FM, Standish, Maine. |
Al will be digitally recording a two hour special "Live Inside Al Hawkes - Musicaly." It's a "thru the years" type of interview about his recordings of others in his Event Records studio as well as discussing and playing his own albums. Very possibly, even a couple of numbers with his 6 string and 12 string guitars live. It is to be played a number of times over the following weeks by the new "Lakes Region" community radio station. Nearby people can catch it at 97.1 on the FM dial. Also on the web with your computer at http://www.live365.com/stations/wjzf Check with the station: wjzfradio@aol.com or e-mail Al for the scheduled times. |
Saturday |
Bridgton Town Hall, Route 302, Bridgton, ME |
Al Hawkes and his Americana Show, Northstar, Back to Basics, Loose Canons. Master of Ceremonies - "Bubba" Johnson. I have been told that this great show is cabaret style with tables, candles, BYOB, supplied chips / peanuts, etc. This is their third one and everyone says it is always a lot of fun. It's a benefit for the Lakes Region Environmental Association, a real good cause. Tickets go fast, so hurry! See Flyer HERE for ticket info. |
Saturday 1/14, 2007 |
The Roost Function Hall, Buxton ME |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Music Jam. Open stage from 3-4PM. $4 General Public, $3 BMAM Members. For more information, call Al Hawkes (Chairperson) at 207.854.5520
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Friday 1/5, 2007 |
Event Records Studio |
Nick Spitzer of National Public Radio show "American Roots" visits Al for an interview for an upcoming show
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Monday |
Merry Christmas |
Al's Birthday! Born in Providence, Rhode Island on December 25, 1930 of Maine parents. |
Sunday |
BMAM Jam |
Lots of "Picking" at all levels. Acoustic Bluegrass instruments only. $3.00 - BMAM Members, $4.00 - General Public |
Wednesday |
Westbrook Historical Society |
Al will speak on his music recording business and composed & copywrited songs about Maine CD to be released. |
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Monday - Thursday |
Lovell, ME |
Again, hunting with friends. |
Saturday |
BMAM Jam |
Lots of "Picking" at all levels. Acoustic Bluegrass instruments only. $3.00 - BMAM Members, $4.00 - General Public. |
Saturday - Saturday |
Lovell, ME |
Hunting trip with friends |
Saturday 10/21, 2006 |
The Chocolate Church Arts Center, |
MAINE OLE OPRY show featuring eight Maine Country Music Artists in a fast paced stage show as was done last year. See POSTER for more info. |
Sunday 10/15, 2006 |
The Roost Function Hall, Buxton ME |
Lots of "Picking" at all levels. Acoustic Bluegrass instruments only. $3.00 - BMAM Members, $4.00 General Public. |
Wednesday |
SORRY, had to cancel this year -- After being there for eight years at Water Wheel Park, I won't be back in time from Nashville. |
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Friday - Wednesday |
Nashville, TN |
Interational Bluegrass Music Association "World of Bluegrass." Will be in workshops, showcases, and all-night jam sessions like last year! Also business with the International Bluegrass Music Museum in Owensboro, Kentucky. |
Monday - Thursday |
Event Records Studio |
Recording new CD of Maine songs written and copywrighted by Al Hawkes for release possibly in 2007 or 2008 on the Event label. |
Monday - Friday 9/11 - 9/15, 2006 |
Event Records Studio Westbrook, ME |
Processing and assembling all the old radio programs of Allerton and Alton, The Cumberland Ridge Runners, from the 1950's. Getting ready to release as historic recording on CD in 2007.
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Monday |
Lawrence
Hill Road |
Jenny Brook Family Bluegrass Festival. Run by Candi & Seth Sawyer. It's a great 4 day festival featuring Traditional Bluegrass musicians. Al & Barbara will spend time there and also visiting other friends in Vermont on their way back home. FMI Contact: Jennybrookefestival.com or call: 802-463-1184 |
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Sunday |
Westbrook, ME |
Annual private party celebrating 30 years of "Pickin' with great friends." Unfortunately the last one, and the end of an era. |
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Saturday 6/3/2006 |
River
Bank Park |
Annual Westbrook Together Day starts Friday night with free live band & street dance. Continues Saturday Morning with a big parade down Main Street at 10AM to the park where lots of free entertainment on two alternating stages commences. Al and his Nitehawks show perform from 5-6PM and followed by Phil Rich Big Band till fireworks display at 9PM. Many food vendors and childrens' activities. Park admission is free as well as all stage shows. |
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Sunday 5/21/2006 |
The Roost
Function Hall |
7th Annual Award Show by the Pine Tree State Country Music Association. Al is attending as one of the nominees for their new “Trailblazer Award”. FMI contact Pinetree Country Music Association or call: 207-490-1232 |
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Saturday 5/13/2006 |
Le Club Calumet |
29th Annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner Show. Al is featured with two numbers at beginning of show and will be backed by Al Doane, bass and Bruce Milliard, second guitar. Al was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1980. FMI contact the Maine Country Music Association or call: 207-795-1119 |
Saturday 4/8/2006 |
Chicky's Fine Diner 3 Bridge Street Westbrook, ME |
The Speakeasy Music Series. Featuring Al Hawkes, Al Doane and Corey Bonnevie. Questions: 854-9555. No Cover, Free Parking.
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Friday 3/17/2006 7:00 - 9:00PM |
Uncle Billys' BBQ |
Featuring Al Doane, Corey Bennevie, Shawna Edwards, and more friends!
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Wednesday 11/14/2005 |
Deering Pavilion Forest Avenue Portland, ME |
Private show. Fox Class (of Woodfords Chuch) Christmas luncheon. I'll be performing my solo show as the "Songman".
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Sunday 11/11/2005 |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Jam The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Road, Buxton |
I'll be "Jammin' " with other Bluegrass musicians. Lots of fun, lots of acoustic stringed instrument music. Food, Beverages.
Only $4.00 for general public & $3.00 for BMAM members. |
Sunday 11/13/2005 |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Jam The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Road, Buxton |
I'll be "Jammin' " with other Bluegrass musicians. Lots of fun, lots of acoustic stringed instrument music. Food, Beverages.
Only $4.00 for general public & $3.00 for BMAM members.
Bluegrass Music Association of Maine |
10/23/2005 - 11/2/2005
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Music Association Nashville, TN |
I'll be in Nashville, TN on business and attending the International Bluegrass Music Association's "World of Bluegrass" convention and show.
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Saturday 10/15/2005 |
Arts Center Washington Street Bath, ME |
Maine Ole Opry... Nashville comes to Maine with this Grand Ole Opry style show. Eight Maine country music artist will perform at the Maine Ole Opry with yours truly as the MC. Al Doane - Vocal & Bass, Corey Bonnevie - Guitar, will be backing me up for this show...
For more info: The Chocolate Church Arts Center or Call 207 442-8455.
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Sunday 10/9/2005 |
BMAM Southern Bluegrass Jam The Roost Function Hall Chicopee Road, Buxton |
I'll be "Jamin' " with other Bluegrass musicians. Lots of fun, lots of acoustic stringed instrument music. Food, Beverages.
Only $4.00 for general public & $3.00 for BMAM members.
Bluegrass Music Association of Maine |
Wednesday 10/5/2005 |
Fryeburg Fair Water Wheel Park
Band Shell/Stage Fryeburg, ME |
Al Hawkes and his Bluegrass Nitehawks. A mix of tunes: Bluegrass, Old Country, Folk, Novelty, and Originals. Lots of fun, great audience and fans.
Free show with gate admission.
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Sunday 10/2/2005 |
Highland Lake Congregational Church Route 302 at Highland Lake Corner Westbrook, ME |
Al Hawkes and his Americana Trio - Al Hawkes - Vocal, Guitar & Mandolin; Al Doane - Vocal, Bass andCorey Bonnevie - Guitar. Free/Offering. Info: 854-5520. |
Friday 9/23/2005 |
Chicky's Fine Diner 3 Bridge Street Westbrook, ME |
Al Hawkes and his Americana Trio - Al Hawkes - Vocal, Guitar & Mandolin; Al Doane - Vocal, Bass and Corey "Hot Fingers" Bonnevie on the Guitar from Raleigh, NC.
No cover & Free parking.
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Sunday 9/18/2005 |
Highland Lake Congregational Church Route 302 at Highland Lake Corner Westbrook, ME |
Al Hawkes & Al Doane with special guest Ken Wentworth from Bangor. Performing four/five numbers during the one hour service proving God loves music.
Free/Offering. Info: 854-5520.
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