Live music in Augusta County, VA

A welcoming circle of Old Time players meets each Monday in the studio’s shop space for a weekly jam. The session is open to musicians and listeners and is free to attend. It is hosted by volunteers from the studio community, including staff, family, and friends. Donations are appreciated on a sliding scale of $10 to $20, with proceeds supporting the studio’s mission to cultivate music makers. Queen City Music Studios is a hub for learning, performance, and gear. It presents community music gatherings, workshops, rehearsal opportunities, and house concerts, and offers lessons and group classes for all ages, styles, and skill levels. Founded by Molly Rose Murphy in 2015 with an emphasis on learning by ear, the organization now also provides booking, event management, and production services, employs a team of more than twenty professional musicians and instructors, and operates a full-service store for new and used instruments, accessories, and repairs. Molly’s Musikgarten provides early childhood family music classes.

The Boxcar Speakeasy crew performs as a trio, delivering a swinging set to accompany dinner and drinks.

Hometown Line Dancing returns to The Foundry at Basic City Beer Co. The night begins with music, followed by lessons to get everyone moving. Afterward, the dance floor stays open with requests welcomed throughout the evening. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Attendees under 18 must be with an adult, and a valid ID is required. No prior experience or partner is needed. Arrive early to grab dinner from Basic City Kitchen, a beer from the Taproom, or a treat from Sip City Soda Shop before stepping onto the dance floor.

McHale & Justina make their first appearance at Byers Street Bistro in Staunton, Virginia with an intimate acoustic set. Performing as a duo, they offer live music in this local favorite setting.