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Sure, it’s a little nippy outside, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up in your house! There is a ton to do this winter in the Hudson Valley, including quite the lineup of musical performances and winter concerts. That should come as no surprise given that our region is home to incredible venues like The Capitol Theatre down in Westchester and Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel.
So, when you’re not hitting the slopes or hiking frost-laden trails, be sure to catch a few of the iconic performers at these winter concerts in our area.
Candlelight: The Best of the Beatles
Living Water Church, Poughkeepsie
January 10 & February 7, 8:30 p.m.
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What should you expect? Candlelight brings the magic of a live and engaging concert to Poughkeepsie’s Living Water Church like nothing you’ve ever seen before. During this special musical experience, fans of The Beatles can witness the music of the iconic band like never before under the gentle glow of candlelight. The concert features the Highline String Quartet, who will be playing popular songs like “Here Comes the Sun,” “Come Together,” “Hey Jude,” “Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds,” and many more.
Did you know? The Highline String Quartet’s name is inspired by Chelsea’s High Line Park in New York City, where the musicians are based.
Ian Hendrickson-Smith
Uncle Cheef, Brewster
January 11, 6:30-10 p.m.
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What should you expect? Five-time Grammy Award winning saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-Smith is sure to put on an entertaining and high-energy jazz performance at Brewster’s Uncle Cheef this month. Hendrickson-Smith plays with The Roots band on The Tonight Show weekly and has recorded and toured with big names such as Lady Gaga, Amy Winehouse, Al Green, and many more.
Did you know? Ian Hendrickson-Smith is actually the owner of and musical curator at Uncle Cheef, alongside his wife Jenny.
moe.
The Bearsville Theater, Woodstock
January 17-18, 8 p.m.
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What should you expect? An American jam rock band formed at the University at Buffalo in 1990, moe. is an iconic New York-based ensemble comprised of Rob Derhak, Al Schnier, Chuck Garvey, Vinnie Amico, Jim Loughlin, and Nate Wilson. Hits like “Rebubula,” “Spine of a Dog,” and “Nebraska” put the band on the map, and now moe. is bringing its Circle of Giants tour to The Bearsville Theater for a two-day album release party and concert in Woodstock.
Did you know? moe. performed at Bonnaroo Music Festival five times between 2002 and 2009, including at the festival’s first year.
Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers
The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester
February 14, 8 p.m.
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What should you expect? Did you ever think you’d be spending Valentine’s Day with Bill Murray? Now, you can! The famed actor, comedian, and writer brings his musical stylings to the main stage at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester along with his Blood Brothers Mike Zito, Albert Castiglia, Jimmy Vivino, and Jimmy Carpenter Band. Get ready for a memorable set featuring songs from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and Bill Murray’s own studio album from 2017.
Did you know? Murray improvised all his lines in the popular 1980 film Caddyshack, which only took six days to film.
Yas Queen! A Celebration of Freddie Mercury & the Music of Queen
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel
February 22, 8 p.m.
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What should you expect? A new 10-piece band celebration of Freddie Mercury and the music of Queen, Yas Queen! is coming to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts this February. Starring celebrated showman and artist Remember Jones, horns, strings, and a choir, the band takes on the legacy of Freddie Mercury during this show that is unlike any other dedication to Queen. As an ensemble, the tribute band breathes new life into songs that have captured the hearts of millions around the world.
Did you know? Remember Jones has been a part of the Everyone Orchestra alongside members of moe. and The Roots — two other bands mentioned in this list.
Blake Shelton
MVP Arena, Albany
March 8, 7 p.m.
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What should you expect? As he embarks on his Friends and Heroes tour for 2025, country music legend and former The Voice coach Blake Shelton is coming to Albany’s MVP Arena. From his debut single in 2001, Shelton has grown into an American country star and television personality, with hits like “Austin,” “God’s Country,” “Pour Me a Drink,” “Texas,” and more. Catch him with openers Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, and Trace Adkins on his 2025 tour.
Did you know? When Shelton was a child, he competed and sang in beauty pageants with other girls his age because there were no pageants for boys.
Jim Messina
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, Peekskill
March 9, 7 p.m.
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What should you expect? Jim Messina’s musical legacy spans five decades, three super groups, and a vibrant solo career. Messina was a bassist for Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Buffalo Springfield before forming country rock band Poco with fellow bandmate Richie Furay. Going on to return to his passion of producing music, Messina has now performed a series of celebrated solo acoustic tours with his band made of acclaimed musicians who have played with him at various points in his career.
Did you know? In 1971, an accidental duo was formed out of Kenny Loggins and Jim Messina that led to the two selling over 16 million albums.
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