Diane Taraz Concert Calendar

Concert Calendar

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Saturday, August 14, Winslow House, Marshfield

Enjoy my newest program, "Songs of the Revolution," at the Isaac Winslow House, built in 1699. I'll sing many historic songs and explain their origins and meanings, and talk about life back in 1776. 6:30 p.m. $10. Tickets available at www.winslowhouse.org.

Saturday, October 2, Acoustic Showcase, Lexington

"Live, free, original, and caffeinated." Enjoy Random Chants at 5:00 p.m., Via Perkins at 6:00, and Diane at 7:00. At the coziest Starbucks in Lexington, at 60 Bedford St. (on your way outta town, heading toward Bedford). For info, visit http://acousticshowcaselexington.blogspot.com

Saturday, October 8, Songs of the Revolution, Sheffield, Mass.

At 7:30 p.m., Diane will transport listeners back to the turbulent time of our nation's birth, through the songs popular in 1776. Sponsored by the Sheffield Historical Society. Dewey Hall. 160 Main St., Sheffield. Info at www.sheffieldhistory.org.

Friday, October 22, CD Release Party, Lexington

Celebrate the release of my latest CD, "Songs of the Revolution," at an open-house at Buckman Tavern in Lexington. I'll be in the Taproom, in period attire, singing songs from the CD, with Jonathan Gilbert on harmonies and various instruments, including recorder and mandolin. The Lexington Historical Society Colonial Singers will also be in attendance. Admission is free! Come anytime between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. to enjoy the music, view the historic building (the gathering-place of the Lexington Minutemen before the battel with "the shot heard 'round the world"), and partake of refreshments.

With the Gloucester Hornpipe & Clog Society

Saturday, September 11, Branford, Conn.

At 8 p.m. the band performs its wonderful mix of traditional and original music at the Branford coffeehouse, sponsored by the Branford Folk Music Society. 8 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Branford, 1009 Main St. $15 nonmembers, $12 member, $5 children 12 and under. For directions, visit http://folknotes.org/branfordfolk or call 203-488-7715.