Past Musical Performances

Albert Castiglia March 8, 2026

“It may be a bit premature to crown Albert Castiglia America’s newest King of the Blues, but there’s little doubt that he at least deserves the title of heir apparent.” — Miami New Times

Fresh  from winning another Blues Music Award at the recent festivities in Memphis for “Best Blues Rock Album” as a member of the “Blood Brothers,”  along with labelmate Mike Zito, Albert Castiglia comes out guitar-slinging on his new solo Gulf Coast Records album, Righteous Souls.

Reed Foehl March 7, 2026

Born in small-town New England and into a musical family, Grammy-nominated songwriter Reed Foehl is a nationally touring singer-songwriter. His music is modern folk, featuring thoughtful stories told with a uniquely impactful delivery. With a voice “deep and easy” and “uncontrived lyrics,” his ability to connect with his audiences has long been lauded as one of the most obvious gifts of his live performance.

“Foehl places the listener out on a remote stretch of highway, mind-swept in gorgeously emotive sonic landscapes. His arrangements are cinematic, his vocal delivery enrapturing, yet delicate. He delivers lived-in lyrics which conjure picturesque mind movies.” -Relix

Ellis Paul March 5, 2026

Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. And much like the artists who have influenced him, everyone from Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Paul Simon to the singer-songwriter who is undoubtedly his greatest inspiration, Woody Guthrie, Paul weaves deeply personal experiences with social issues and renders them as provocative works that are as timely as they are timeless. Born and raised in Maine, Paul attended Boston College on a track scholarship and in the evenings became a fixture on the city’s open mic circuit.

Ray Bonneville February 26, 2026

“Few can ride a groove like Canada-born, U.S. raised Ray Bonneville.” No Depression

“Like gunpowder and opium.” – Ray Wylie Hubbard

Juno Award winning roots and blues artist Ray Bonneville has created and mastered a fusion of traditional American Roots and Blues music all his own, and deeply influenced by his upbringing in French Canada and the years he spent writing and playing music in New Orleans.  He is known as the master of the slow burn, the groove and acclaimed for his harmonica tone. With a greasy guitar style, horn-like harmonica, smoky vocals and pulsing foot percussion he captivates audiences by being his own backing band.

Johnny Massachusetts and the Resentments February 21, 2026

Johnny Massachusetts & The Resentments deliver a lively mix of rock, soul, blues, and Americana, covering favorites from Springsteen, Van Morrison, Tina Turner, Linda Ronstadt, the Rolling Stones, the Grateful Dead, and more.

The band features Steve Martel (lead guitar, vocals), John McDonough (vocals, guitar), Juan Armero (vocals, bass), Katherine Armero (vocals), Greg Schneider (drums), Greg Nalley (harmonica), and Gregory Thompkins (saxophone).

Brad Cox and Shelby Blondell February 20, 2026 

Brad Cox
Brad Cox is a multifaceted artist from the Baltimore area, recognized for his extensive contributions to music, literature, and podcasting.

As a singer-songwriter and musician, Cox has cultivated a diverse and prolific career, forming and fronting notable musical groups including Skitzo Calypso, Niki Thunders, We Love the Underground, and Veteran Avenue.

Shelby Blondell
Shelby Blondell is a driven creative force, seamlessly blending artistry, innovation, entrepreneurship, and advocacy to continue supporting her mission to uplift. Shelby began releasing music with her 2013 “Fly” EP and followed up with a self-titled EP in 2014, performing widely throughout MD/DC/VA/PA. =She’s shared stages with notable acts like Pentatonix, Sabrina Carpenter, Howie Day, Scotty McCreery, Walker Hayes, Ryan Cabrera, and James Authur.

Nicky Diamonds February 18, 2026

Nicky Diamonds is an Afro-Indigenous Country-Roots/Blues Musician from San Antone, TX currently stationed in Nashville, TN. Pulling inspiration from old hymn books and family history, he’s recounting the stories of his ancestors through his unique songwriting style. By keeping the roots of country and blues alive he puts a captivating twist to the tales and tunes of our people.

Moonlight & Romance with Andrew Stewart, Katherine Merryman & Annie Gill February 14, 2026

Andrew Stewart, Katherine Merryman and Annie Gill return to Manor Mill with a multi-genre, Cupid-approved performance perfect for Valentine’s Day.

A bit of this, a bit of that,
Some whimsy and drama,
But no bella donna,
A light touch of Broadway,
And to top off the soiree,
Sous the Clair de Lune,
Meine Liebe ist grün.

Corey Arceneaux and The Zydeco Hot Peppers February 13, 2026

While many accordion players exist, few can express emotions through the piano accordion like Corey. His creative and versatile style makes him hard to categorize. Hailing from Carencro, Louisiana, Corey’s zydeco musical journey began at age 11, thanks to his parents, Paul and the late Debra (Melancon) Arceneaux, who encouraged his passion. He learned under the brief tutelage of Clayton Sampay. Every Saturday as a youngster, Corey practiced music with his cousin Shane Bernard on the farm while visiting his paternal grandparents. He formed his first band while still in high school. For over 30 years, Corey has led Corey Arceneaux and the Zydeco Hot Peppers, performing regularly and proudly being a member of the Recording Academy.

Tinsley Ellis February 12, 2026

“An exciting, emotional guitarist and a strong, evocative songwriter…One of modern blues’ greatest performers.” –Vintage Guitar

Tinsley Ellis has brought his music to fans live in person to all 50 United States, as well as in Canada, across Europe, Australia and South America. He’s earned the love and respect of many of his fellow musicians, having shared stages with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, The Allman Brothers, Warren Haynes, Oliver Wood, Buddy Guy, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Gov’t Mule, Widespread Panic, and more. Over the years, legends including Otis Rush, James Cotton, Gregg Allman, Jimmy Buffett, Son Seals, Koko Taylor and Albert Collins invited Ellis to join them on stage. Mega-star guitarist Joe Bonamassa calls Ellis “a national treasure.”

Chamber Music in Historic Landmarks: III. Storms, but Light (Piano Quartet) February 8, 2026

Brahms’s Piano Quartet No. 3 in C minor, Op. 60 dives even deeper into emotional terrain. Long in the making and often described as Brahms’s most personal chamber work, it wrestles with darkness, longing, and inner conflict, yet reveals passages of remarkable warmth and clarity. Its sweeping architecture and raw expressiveness place it among the great achievements of Romantic chamber music.

Join violinist Zino Bogachek, violist Natasha Bogachek, cellist Joseph Gotoff, and pianist Wan-Chi Su for an afternoon of vivid musical dialogue—intimate, searching, and deeply human.

Kathleen Parks february 7, 2026

Kathleen Parks is a fiddler, singer, and songwriter who brings joyful and creative energy to the stage and studio. For the last 10 years, she has been heavily involved in touring and recording with her Americana/Jamgrass band Twisted Pine, where she sings, writes, and fiddles. On her debut solo album, her captivating songs lean more toward Pop, Folk, and classic Jazz, while her virtuosic fiddle blends and reimagines traditional and modern musical styles with boundless groove and playful improvisational spirit. Her deep grounding in Celtic and American roots music combines with her love for pop songwriting, soulful vocals, and groove-based improvisation, making every KP performance unexpected yet familiar: a musical journey from beginning to end. 

Photos courtesy of CR Imagery.

Photos courtesy of CR Imagery.

Noah Guthrie February 6, 2026

Noah Guthrie is an Americana singer-songwriter and musician hailing from South Carolina. Known for his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting, Guthrie has made a significant impact on the music scene with his unique blend of Country, Americana, and Rock influences. He first gained widespread attention with his viral YouTube covers, which showcased his powerful vocals and garnered millions of views.

Ken and Brad Kolodner Quartet January 31, 2026

Regarded as one of the most influential hammered dulcimer players in the U.S., Baltimore’s Ken Kolodner has joined forces with his son, Brad Kolodner, one of the finest practitioners of the claw hammer banjo, to perform tight and musical arrangements of original and traditional old-time music. They round off the quartet with sensational bassist, Alex Lacquement, and talented, multi-instrumentalist, Rachel Eddy.

Letitia VanSant and Caleb Stine January 23, 2026

After singing around campfires, fingerpicking on front porches, and performing everywhere from concert halls to tiny basements, Letitia VanSant and David McKindley-Ward are releasing the sounds of their acoustic collaboration.

Caleb Stine is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and visual artist. Though he makes his living as a folk musician, Stine wouldn’t call what he does a job; he considers it a calling. His work is part-mystic poet, part-traveling preacher. As Americana UK observed, “Stine’s upfront personality [is] seeking to make a personal connection with everyone in the venue.” Stine, who plays 100+ shows a year, has released 14 albums of original music, and shares a series of Instagram videos called “Caleb Stine Says Keep Going,” encouraging followers to dig deep into a creative practice of their own.  He’s a festival favorite, has opened shows for Jason Isbell and Sierra Hull, and keeps a grass-roots presence by frequenting small venues up and down the East Coast.

The Crankies with Katherine Fahey and Dan Van Allen January 22, 2026

Katherine and Dan’s Crankie performances transport audiences to another time and place, with their authentic and personal interpretations of folk tales, oral histories, and songs. Stories and songs shift with the times, uncovering new meanings in old words, new ways of talking about the communal pathways that led us to where we are today. Crankies are a way to interpret our uncertain times, to draw artistic inspiration and power from the sources of meaning in their lives. History, community, folk tales, ballads, live performance, and environmental instability all manifest in the sounds, feelings, and sensations that permeate their Crankies.

Music will be performed by Marian McLaughlin, a multi-instrumental songwriter, poet, visual artist, and educator.

Pressing Strings and Driftwood January 18, 2026

Pressing Strings
Hailing from Annapolis, Maryland, Pressing Strings is a powerhouse trio–led by guitarist and vocalist Jordan Sokel–has earned a loyal following with their genre bending blend of blues, rock, and folk, wrapped in soul-stirring storytelling and toe tapping grooves. Their music resonates with the emotional grit of blues, the laid back swagger of folk, and the urgency of modern rock.

Driftwood
The Upstate New York folk-rock group Driftwood—founded by Joe Kollar and Dan Forsyth, and now including Claire Byrne, Joey Arcuri, and Sam Fishman—continues to evolve its shapeshifting folk approach.

Their transformative sixth album, December Last Call, was recorded in the very basement where the dream began. It lyrically reflects on the group’s journey through life changes and the pandemic, while sonically looking ahead by experimenting with hard-rocking electric guitars and percussion alongside their bluegrass roots.

Swinging Through the Decades: Cinema Songs of the 20th Century with Janet Paulsen
January 17, 2026

“Swinging Through the Decades: Cinema Songs of the 20th Century” features jazz vocalist Janet Paulsen bringing to life classic movie songs from the 1930s through the 1990s. With engaging backstories, fresh arrangements, and a visual journey of film images, the evening promises to be both entertaining and memorable. A familiar favorite at Manor Mill since its early days, Janet is delighted to return, joined by her music director and accompanist Anthony Pocetti and a swinging band.

High and Wides January 16, 2026

“The Apostles of Hillbilly Boogie” – Washington Post

The High & Wides play string band music from an alternate timeline, one where Bill Monroe’s “Rocky Road Blues” made him an international superstar and the rock’n’roll revolution was led by fiddlers and banjo players. With roots in urban Baltimore and the rural Delmarva peninsula, they draw on bluegrass backgrounds and weave in influences from new wave to old time to make music that defies boundaries while evoking the era when country, bluegrass, western swing, and early rock’n’roll mingled freely.

Whiskey Feathers January 10, 2026

Whiskey Feathers is a Baltimore-based band blending rock, Americana, and livetronica into a sound that is immersive, emotional, and ever-evolving. Their reflective lyrics, layered instrumentation, and dreamlike energy move both hearts and hips. With a blend of grit, groove, and emotional punch, they showcase their dynamic stage presence, tight musicianship, and crowd-ready sound that define their live performances. Perfect for festivals and stages that crave authenticity and fire.

Performance highlights include The Ramble Festival, WTMD’s First Thursday, Monkton Music Festival, and Inner Harbor Festival, along with opening slots for Eddie 9V, Eric Hutchinson, Joe P, Pressing Strings, Sam Morrow, The Young Dubliners, and a growing roster of artists making waves.

Ollella January 9, 2026

Ellie Barber a.k.a. Ollella’s career as a musician started early, when she sang before she could talk. Trained as a classical cellist since the age of nine, the Seattle indie-folk musician merges her technical string background with authoritative vocals and live-looping. Described as “really outstanding” by NPR Music and “so tastefully done” by Michelle Zauner (Japanese Breakfast), Ollella’s sound is organic with a side of edge, pulling on influences such as Feist, Madison Cunningham, and Sylvan Esso. She is a two-time finalist in the NPR Tiny Desk Contest (2024, 2022), has had music featured in film and TV, and is a frequent collaborator with others. She finds herself drawn to music because it unlocks a particular flavor of humanity – one that fits the type of world she believes in.