Music
Pile
Hawks & Reed Ballroom 289 Main St., Greenfield, MA, United StatesIndie Rock trailblazers Pile come all the way out west from Boston for a night at Hawks and Reed Pile, led by Rick Maguire, is all about rediscovering the joy of experimentation and fun in music. Their eighth album, "All Fiction," showcases their most intricate work yet, blending blistering drums and riffs with strings, vocal distortions, and synths. From the eerie opener "It Comes Closer" to the uplifting "Neon Gray," the album delves into perception, technology, anxiety, and the power of art. For fifteen years, Pile has been hailed as "your favorite band's favorite band," constantly pushing boundaries from Boston basements to global stages. Maguire's vivid lyrics, backed by Kris Kuss's timeless drumming and gnarled basslines, create a surreal sonic landscape. With the addition of Alex Molini and Chappy Hull, their sound evolved, reaching new heights of complexity on 2019's "Green and Gray." But Pile isn't afraid of change—Maguire even swapped his guitar for piano on their seventh album, proving their commitment to artistic exploration.
Performing Arts Summer Workshops with Pioneer Valley Symphony
The Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew 8 Church Street, GreenfieldThe PVS offers opportunities to explore the performing arts while having fun and building confidence in a supportive environment. We’re offering workshops for all experience levels in strings, chamber music, theater, band, chorus, and more! Sign up for week-long AM and PM workshops over 5 weeks in July and August.
Karaoke at 10 Forward
10 Forward 10 Fiske Avenue, Basement, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome sing at 10 Forward's weekly karaoke! Hosted by DJ PRL (and a special guest host the last Wednesday of the Month)
Valley Tea Dance
Hawks & Reed Ballroom 289 Main St., Greenfield, MA, United StatesOur monthly tea dance welcoming all female and female identifying personsWelcome to the Valley Tea Dance. Our local dances are fun, safe and a welcoming space for Lesbian/Queer women identified people to get together and dance.We recognize and appreciate the complexity and beauty of all genders. Our aim is to create an enjoyable space specifically for women and adjacent individuals who love women. Therefore, our dances are specifically for this group.Trans women and non-binary folk who connect with femininity are part of our Community.The dances are a collaborative effort of Holyoke Lesbian Meetup and Hawks and Reed
Performing Arts Summer Workshops with Pioneer Valley Symphony
The Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew 8 Church Street, GreenfieldThe PVS offers opportunities to explore the performing arts while having fun and building confidence in a supportive environment. We’re offering workshops for all experience levels in strings, chamber music, theater, band, chorus, and more! Sign up for week-long AM and PM workshops over 5 weeks in July and August.
Karaoke at 10 Forward
10 Forward 10 Fiske Avenue, Basement, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome sing at 10 Forward's weekly karaoke! Hosted by DJ PRL (and a special guest host the last Wednesday of the Month)
Community African Dance & Drum
The Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew 8 Church Street, GreenfieldFor all ages, children through adults, beginning level and no experience necessary. If you have a heartbeat, you can drum! For millennia, drumming has brought people together in community to create peace, health and wellness. The uplifting rhythms of Africa relieve stress and help people connect with each other, as well as their own joy. Tara Murphy leads creative, African-rooted dance and drum classes for folks of all ages and abilities. It is a great time to release energy, lift spirits, connect with others, have fun, and get healthy exercise. She encourages participants to jam out and express their rhythms creatively. Tara also teaches the basics of hand and stick drumming as well as traditional rhythms from Mali and Guinea, West Africa. Participants will learn simple rhythms on the djembe and dunun drums, and play together as an ensemble. The drum circle emphasizes community, self-expression and the joy of rhythm. Drums provided and no experience necessary.
Pub Sing! At Four Phantoms Brewing Company
Four Phantoms Brewing Co. 301 Wells Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin us at the tavern on the second Sunday of the month from 2-4pm for group singing of traditional songs in the public domain. Singers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite tunes.
Performing Arts Summer Workshops with Pioneer Valley Symphony
The Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew 8 Church Street, GreenfieldThe PVS offers opportunities to explore the performing arts while having fun and building confidence in a supportive environment. We’re offering workshops for all experience levels in strings, chamber music, theater, band, chorus, and more! Sign up for week-long AM and PM workshops over 5 weeks in July and August.
Karaoke at 10 Forward
10 Forward 10 Fiske Avenue, Basement, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome sing at 10 Forward's weekly karaoke! Hosted by DJ PRL (and a special guest host the last Wednesday of the Month)
SoulFest
Franklin County Fairgrounds 89 Wisdom Way, Greenfield, MA, United StatesEnjoy New England's premier faith-based, social justice music festival. Spend August 15th through 17th, 2024 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield, MA. The 26th annual SoulFest will host more than 75 artists and speakers. Confirmed so far are Zach Williams, Crowder, Matt Maher, Matthew West, Ben Fuller, and many more. More information is at thesoulfest.com.
Live Music with Steve Koziol & friends
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLive music at LAVA, every 3rd Thursday! A coffeehouse-style concert during our gallery/cafe hours, for you to drop in, hang out, draw, write, make art, make friends, and come and go as you please! Led by local musician Steve Koziol. $2-5 suggested donation ($1 Card-to-Culture)