Past Shows

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Date/Time Location/Details

Dec 19, 2015 (Sat)
7-9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Tuvalu Cafe
300 South Main St, Verona, Wisconsin 53593
(608) 845-6800

Michael and Tracy plus Delores Jenison (backing vocals) & Faye Bruggink (clarinet) and special guests Doug Cleary and Briana Bruckner.

Jan 29, 2016 (Fri)
7-9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Tuvalu Cafe
300 South Main St, Verona, Wisconsin 53593
(608) 845-6800

Michael and Tracy plus Delores Jenison (backing vocals) and Faye Bruggink (clarinet) and a guest set by Bruce Buttel.

May 6, 2016 (Fri)
8-11 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael and Tracy plus Delores Jenison (backing vocals), Faye Bruggink (clarinet), Alan Maslowski (percussion), and a guest set by Bruce Buttel including a little group jamming.

May 20, 2016 (Fri)
8 to 10 pm

$3 cover
+ donations

Wild Hog in the Woods
953 Jenifer St., Madison WI

Michael and Tracy plus Delores Jenison (harmonies), Faye Bruggink (clarinet), and Gary Rebholz (singer/songwriter guest artist).

June 30, 2016 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael and Tracy plus Alan Maslowski (percussion), Delores Jenison (vocals), and Faye Bruggink (clarinet). Guest set by singer/songwriter Bruce Buttel.

July 14, 2016 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael and Tracy plus Alan Maslowski (percussion), Delores Jenison (vocals), and Faye Bruggink (clarinet) plus special guest Diane Kohrs. Guest set by melodic rock group Blue Stone, doing a special all acoustic set.

Aug 11, 2016 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael and Tracy plus Alan Maslowski (percussion), Delores Jenison (vocals), and Faye Bruggink (clarinet) plus singer-songwriter Bruce Buttel, AND a special guest set by Jim Bohn from the Milwaukee area.

Sep 18, 2016 (Sun)
3:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Willy Street Fair
Madison Folk Music Society Stage
900 Williamson Street, Madison, WI

Michael and Tracy plus Delores Jenison (backing vocals), Faye Bruggink (clarinet), and Alan Maslowski (percussion)

Oct 21, 2016 (Fri)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Tuvalu Cafe
300 South Main St Verona Wisconsin WI 53593
(608) 845-6800

Michael Bryant and Tracy Jane Comer plus friends including Delores Jenison (vocals), and Faye Bruggink (clarinet and bass). Guest set by singer/songwriter Bruce Buttel.

Oct 29, 2016 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
402 W. Lakeside St , Madison Wisconsin WI 53715
608-441-7599

Michael Bryant and Tracy Jane Comer plus friends including Delores Jenison (vocals) and Faye Bruggink (clarinet and bass). Featuring some Halloween-themed tunes!

Jan 20, 2017 (Fri)
7:30 to 10:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Common Chord - Self-Titled Release 2017Michael and Tracy plus Bruce Buttel (singer/songwriter & guitar) plus Delores Jenison (vocals), Faye Bruggink (clarinet and bass), and Alan Maslowski.
CD RELEASE CONCERT/PARTY!

Jan 28, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Tuvalu Cafe
300 South Main St, Verona, WI 53593
(608) 845-6800

Common Chord - Self-Titled Release 2017Michael and Tracy plus Bruce Buttel (singer/songwriter & guitar), Delores Jenison (vocals) and Faye Bruggink (clarinet and bass).
CD RELEASE CONCERT/PARTY!

Feb 11, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9 pm
(Note Date Change from Mar. 11)

Free
(Donations)

Prairie Coffeehouse
Prairie Coffeehouse / Spring Prairie Lutheran Church
N509 County Road C De Forest WI 53532 (608) 846-4178

Michael and Tracy plus Bruce Buttel combine with supporting artists Delores Jenison and Faye Bruggink to offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Mar 11, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. With special guest set by singer/songwriter Efren Vinueza, bringing us some very lovely South American sounds!

Mar 16, 2017 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, and Faye offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. PLUS special guest set by a new friend, singer/songwriter Efren Vinueza, performing very lovely South American sounds!

Mar 25, 2017 (Sat)
12 pm

Tickets: $10

Whad'ya Know? - LIVE TAPING for Podcast!!
@ High Noon Saloon
701 East Washington Ave
Madison WI
Also see and "like" their FB page.

Tracy, Michael, Delores, and Faye represent Common Chord for this event!
The Whad'ya Know Podcast is produced live at the High Noon Saloon in Madison, Wisconsin by Michael Feldman with his trusty crew. Look for everything Whad'ya Know on whadyaknow.net. (21 and over)

Mar 31, 2017 (Fri)
8 to 10 pm

$3 cover
+ donations

Wild Hog in the Woods
953 Jenifer St. Madison WI 53703
608-233-5687

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

NOTE: To celebrate our new CD, we will be performing the entire CD in order for the first part of this show!

 

Apr 7, 2017 (Fri)
7 to 9 pm

BENEFIT
SHOW

Memorial United Church of Christ
5705 Lacy Rd Fitchburg WI 53711
(608) 273-1008

Cookies provided by Just Bakery Initiative

Benefit show, supporting Madison Area Urban Ministry, which provides micro-loans to individuals enrolled in MUM’s prisoner re-entry programs. http://emum.org/

Apr 14, 2017 (Fri)
7:30 to 10 pm

No cover

Parched Eagle Brewpub
5440 Willow Road #112, Westport WI [MAP]
(608) 204-9192

Great place with a nice listening room separate from bar area. Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Apr 20, 2017 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Free
(Donations)

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores, Faye, and Alan offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

June 17, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

July 23, 2017 (Sun)
1 to 4 pm
(We will play around 3 pm)

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI
Outdoor show in lovely park, weather permitting

Sharing a show hosted by our friends in the great "melodic rock" group Blue Stone! Times below are approximate.
Blue Stone - 1 pm
Tent Show Troubadours - 2 pm
Common Chord - 3 pm

Aug 12, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, and Delores (no Faye for this show) offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Sep 14, 2017 (Thu)
7 to 8 pm

FREE

Oakwood Village Center for Arts and Education
6209 Mineral Point Road
Madison WI 5370

Lovely auditorium space. Free concert! One-hour show; open to the public.

Sep 15, 2017 (Fri)
8 to 10 pm

$3 cover
+ donations

Wild Hog in the Woods
953 Jenifer St., Madison WI

Listening venue. Coffees, teas, and homemade baked goods will be available for purchase at very modest cost.

Sep 17, 2017 (Sun)
2 to 5 pm

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI
Outdoor show in lovely park - weather permitting only (canceled if rain; watch this site and Facebook if weather is iffy)
(NOTE CHANGE OF TIME - Start time is 2 pm, not 1 pm)

Sharing a show hosted by our friends in the great "melodic rock" group Blue Stone! We may collaborate on a tune or two. Order of play TBA though we may trade sets back and forth. You'll love Bue Stone so plan to spend the afternoon with us!

Oct 7, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord "lite" gang (missing Michael for this show) will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. Guest set by singer/songwriter MARK GLASBRENNER.

Nov 3, 2017 (Fri)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Crossroads Coffeehouse
2020 Main Street, Cross Plains WI
608-798-2080

New venue for us! The whole gang (Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye) will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Nov 4, 2017 (Sat)
4 to 5 pm

Free will donations

2nd Annual Jammin' For Slammin' Cancer

The Farm Sports Pub
1701 Moorland Road, Madison WI

The whole event runs 3 pm to 10 pm with lots of entertainment throughout the day. There will be a free will donation at the door.
All proceeds to benefit: Carbone Cancer Center * Pancreatic Cancer Action Network * American Cancer Society * Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation

Nov 17, 2017 (Fri)
8 pm

House Concert - Madison WI

Hosted by Mike Tuten and Carol Huber

Dec 16, 2017 (Sat)
7 to 8:30 pm

Chocolaterian Middleton
6637 University Avenue, Middleton WI 53562
608-249-1156

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. We will likely offer some holiday-flavored tunes.

Mar 2, 2018 (Fri)
7 to 9:30 pm

Crossroads Coffeehouse
2020 Main Street, Cross Plains WI
608-798-2080

The whole gang (Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye) will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Mar 31, 2018 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord gang will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Apr 7, 2018
7:30 pm

Tickets: $15 at the door

Mt. Horeb Old Schoolhouse
100 North 2nd Street
Mount Horeb WI 53572
845-7312

Promoter for this event is the Southwest Wisconsin Area Progressive (SWWAP) and The Farley Center for Peace, Justice and Sustainability. With special guest Gary Rebholz, singer-songwriter from Mt. Horeb.

May 19, 2018 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord gang will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

May 26, 2018 (Sat)
11:45 am to
12:15 pm

Suggested $10 donation

The Wurst Times VIII Festival
Brass Ring Stage
701 E. Washington Ave., Madison WI 53703

The Wurst Times Festival is a benefit show for MAMA (Madison Area Music Association), Guitars for Vets, and the Wil-Mar Community Center. All great causes!! The event features Madison-based musicians playing original music in a wide range of genres and offers locally produced food and beverages.

May 27, 2018 (Sun)
1 to 3 pm

New Glarus Music Fest

Fundraiser event. NGYC sponsors local kids groups' immersion trips, school trips to Chicago, community activities, and offers scholarships. Music all day Saturday and Sunday at several locations around New Glarus! See full details at these links:

NG Music Fest Website
NG Music Fest Facebook


June 2, 2018 (Sat)
7 to 8:30 pm

Chocolaterian Middleton
6637 University Avenue, Middleton WI 53562
608-249-1156

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Jun 15, 2018 (Fri)
6 to 8 pm

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

Outdoor show in lovely park - weather permitting only (canceled if rain; watch this site and Facebook if weather is iffy)

Jun 21, 2018 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Jul 12, 2018 (Thu)
6 to 8 pm

Verona Concerts in the Park
Harriet Park - W. Harriet Street, Verona WI 53593

Sponsored by the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. Bring the family! And bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and a picnic or wine/cheese, OR enjoy some onsite food concessions. Great concert series running every Thursday in July. We are delighted to make our debut for this series. Sound for this show will be mixed by our buddies from 608 Sound. (FREE SHOW)

VIDEOS from this show - CLICK HERE!

Aug 17, 2018 (Fri)
6 to 8 pm
(weather permitting)

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

Outdoor show in lovely park - weather permitting only (canceled if rain; watch this site and Facebook if weather is iffy)

Sep 16, 2018 (Sun)
12 pm (noon)

Free
(Donations)

Willy Street Fair - Madison Folk Music Society Stage
900 Williamson Street, Madison, WI

The whole Common Chord gang will kick off Sunday's folk music schedule at the 41st annual Willy Street Fair!....just after the parade.

Mad Folk's stage will have music for several sets on Saturday and Sunday...see www.madfolk.org for the full schedule.

Sep 22, 2018 (Sat)
7 pm

Durango's Roadhouse Live Radio Show 102.9FM, at
Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

We will be the musical guest as part of "Durango’s Roadhouse," a radio show that airs every Saturday night in the main dining room from 7-10 pm. The show features Durango McMurphy as musician and host, along with a weekly special guest musician. If you can’t make it out in person, the show also airs live on 102.9FM WMUU from 7 to 9 pm, and live entertainment continues at Common Ground until 10 pm.

Oct 13, 2018 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord gang will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. We've got lots of new tunes!

Nov 9, 2018 (Fri)
7:30 to 9:30 pm

$4 cover*
+ donations
*$2 cover for Wild Hog members

Wild Hog in the Woods Coffee House
Held at Wil-Mar Center - 953 Jenifer St., Madison WI

Listening venue. Wild Hog is a grass-roots volunteer-run effort, hosting weekly concerts for local and regional artists. Coffees, teas, and homemade baked goods will be available for purchase at very modest cost. We will do two 45-min sets with an intermission. (The $4 covers Wild Hog's expenses including facility rental, and performers are paid from donations.)

Nov 10, 2018 (Sat)
7 to 8:30 pm

Chocolaterian Middleton
6637 University Avenue, Middleton WI 53562
608-249-1156

Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies.

Dec 7, 2018 (Fri)

PRIVATE EVENT - Holiday party
 

Dec 20, 2018 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm
FUNDRAISER FOR LUKE HOUSE

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

Shared/group show featuring all holiday music with special guests participating!

All proceeds from this show will benefit a wonderful and longstanding Madison service - Luke House, a community meal program that serves free hot meals to anyone in need - lunch and dinner, several days per week. (Luke House Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and receives no government funding.)

Jan 18, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

Jan 19, 2019 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Free
(Donations)

Lakeside Street Coffee House
(NOTE: We play in the bar area, where they have beer and wine)

402 W. Lakeside St , Madison WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord gang will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies. We've got lots of new tunes!

Feb 15, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

Mar 15, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)


Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

Apr 19, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)


Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

May 9, 2019 (Thu)


The Hop Garden CANCELLED due to unusually chilly weather!
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

CANCELLED due to unusually chilly weather!

May 17, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)


Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

Jun 13, 2019 (Thu)
6 to 8 pm
(weather permitting)

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

Outdoor show in lovely park - weather permitting only (canceled if rain; watch this site and Facebook if weather is iffy)

Jun 20, 2019 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

Not an official Common Chord gig...
Common Chord's Michael Bryant will be doing some solo tunes at The Brink Lounge (701 E. Washington, Madison) as a guest artist. The show is hosted by Common Chord's Tracy Jane Comer, who performs at The Brink monthly with her trio Top Shelf. No cover! In the main lounge. (The Brink has wonderful wines and cocktails plus small plate food items and pizzas.)

Jun 21, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)


Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. They have a great menu (see this page on their website) along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover.)

Jun 22, 2019 (Sat)
7 to 8:30 pm

Chocolaterian Middleton
6637 University Avenue, Middleton WI 53562
608-249-1156

There's more than just chocolate at this great spot in Middle!ton! Nice wines and great choices for a light supper.

July 20, 2019 (Sat)
7 to 9 pm

(Free, but park sticker required)

Blue Mound State Park (FB page)
4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds WI 53517
608-437-5711

Common Chord at Blue Mound State Park! In the Amphitheater, near Nature Center and East Tower (alternate rain location is the Friends Shelter near the Swimming Pool)

NOTE: While this is a free show, the Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker is required for entry to the park. Wisconsin license plate $28 annual or $8 daily fee, or $13 annual and $3 daily fee for residents 65 and older.
Out of state license plate $38 annual or $11 daily fee. Annual stickers are good through December 31, 2019.

July 21, 2019 (Sun)
2 to 4:30  pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

New venue for Common Chord! No cover. Come join us and check out their great ciders!

Aug 11, 2019 (Sun)

Private event

Aug 13, 2019 (Tue)
7 - 8 pm

Oregon "Sounds of Summer" Series
Waterman-Triangle Park, 101 Janesville St, Oregon WI 53575

UPDATE as of 4 pm Tuesday: The show will be INDOORS in the Oregon Senior Center, 219 Park Street, Oregon, which is just across the street from the park (due to high chance of showers during show time). There will be a food vendor on site.

Common Chord will be making our debut for this series in 2019! The series presents music every Tuesday during July and August from 7 to 8 pm. Relax on blankets or chairs and bring a picnic, or purchase food from an on-site vendor (different each week) from 6-8 pm. Rain location is in the Oregon Senior Center, 219 Park Street. (Organized by Oregon Area Senior, Chamber of Commerce, and Oregon Public Library.)

Aug 16, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)



Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. They have a great menu (see this page on their website) along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. The whole Common Chord gang will be on deck for this show, bringing old favorites and lots of new tunes as well. (No cover.)

Sep 8, 2019 (Sun)

Private event

Nov 1, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)



Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. They have a great menu (see this page on their website) along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover.)

Nov 2, 2019 (Sat)
2:30 to 4:30 pm

(Free)

Bos Meadery
849 E Washington Ave., Madison WI 53703
(608)628-3792

First time at this venue! Bos Meadery seeks to bring mead into the 21st century and introduce it to the thriving community of local foodies and craft beverage lovers in Wisconsin. They use local and regionally sourced ingredients whenever possible, plus unpasteurized honey (so it maintains its many health benefits throughout fermentation), and the finished meads are naturally gluten-free!

Nov 9, 2019 (Sat)
4:30 pm

(Free)

First Unitarian Meeting House
900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI 53705
608-233-9774

Common Chord will perform a brief "mini-concert" prior to the service and will then participate during the service as well. Open to the public.

Nov 17, 2019 (Sun)
2 to 4  pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

No cover. Come join us and check out their great ciders!

Dec 13, 2019 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)



Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

H O L I D A Y    S H O W !!!

FISH FRY night! Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. They have a great menu (see this page on their website) along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options.

Dec 19, 2019 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

H O L I D A Y    S H O W !!!

Common Chord will be the featured guest for this month's Top Shelf show at The Brink Lounge. This show will include lots of unique arrangements of traditional tunes plus holiday-themed originals!

This is also the second annual fundraiser for Luke House Community Meal Program, a wonderful organization that serves lunch five days a week and and dinner six days a week for anyone in need. No cover, but donations will be gratefully accepted for the Luke House. Or if you prefer, you can bring an in-kind donation from their needs list...see their website, on the home page (scroll down).

In the main lounge. The Brink Lounge has great cocktails, wines, beer, and great small plate items. Extra parking on adjacent block if the on-site lot is full; see www.thebrinklounge.com for details.

Third Friday monthly!

Jan 17, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Feb 7, 2020, (Fri)
7:30 to 9:30 pm

$4 cover*
+ donations
*$2 cover for Wild Hog members

Wild Hog in the Woods Coffeehouse
Held at Wil-Mar Center - 953 Jenifer St., Madison WI

CD RELEASE PARTY!

Dig a Little Deeper - Common ChordListening venue. Wild Hog is a grass-roots volunteer-run effort, hosting weekly concerts for local and regional artists. Coffees, teas, and homemade baked goods will be available for purchase at very modest cost. We will do two 45-min sets with an intermission. (The $4 covers Wild Hog's expenses including facility rental, and performers are paid from donations.)

PARKING: in Wil-Mar lot across Brearly Street
BUS ROUTES: Routes 3 and 4
NEW: 50¢ cup of Steep & Brew decaf coffee is now bottomless!

Feb 8, 2020 (Sat)
4 to 7 pm

The Hop Garden - 6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

TRACY will be doing a SOLO acoustic show - AND Delores from Common Chord will make a guest appearance to join Tracy for a few tunes! (Tracy and Delores have performed together as duo and in some other groups in the past as well.) For details on this, see Tracy's solo site: www.tracyjanecomer.com

Feb 15, 2020 (Sat)

2:30 to 4:30 pm

(Free)

Bos Meadery CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS
849 E Washington Ave., Madison WI 53703
(608)628-3792

Bos Meadery seeks to bring mead into the 21st century and introduce it to the thriving community of local foodies and craft beverage lovers in Wisconsin. They use local and regionally sourced ingredients whenever possible, plus unpasteurized honey (so it maintains its many health benefits throughout fermentation), and the finished meads are naturally gluten-free!

Third Friday monthly!

Feb 21, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Mar 20, 2020 (Fri)

Common Ground Middleton
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562

CANCELED - Dining area is closing to the public for the time being. Venue will be offering delivery and take-out only until further notice.

Mar 28, 2020 (Sat)

Bos Meadery
849 E Washington Ave., Madison WI 53703

CANCELED - Venue has suspended all events through at least the end of March. They do not yet know when they will resume.

Apr 10, 2020 (Fri)

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

** CANCELED, due to pandemic. **

Third Friday monthly!

Apr 17, 2020 (Fri)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

** CANCELED, due to pandemic. **

Third Friday monthly!

May 15, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

** CANCELED, due to pandemic. **

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

June 4, 2020
(Thu)

Gazebo Musikk
324 S Sixth St., Stoughton WI 53589 (608) 669-6346

*** RESCHEDULED to September 25. ***

June 12, 2020 (Fri)
6 to 8 pm
(weather permitting)


***CANCELED (pandemic restritions) ***

The Hop Garden
6818 Canal Street, Paoli, WI

Outdoor show in lovely park - weather permitting only (canceled if rain; watch this site and Facebook if weather is iffy)

Third Friday monthly!

June 19, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE IS CLOSING (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

July 9, 2020 (Thu)
5:30 to 8 pm

*** CANCELED due to new Dane County Restrictions effective 7/1/2020 ***

Verona Concerts in the Park
Harriet Park - W. Harriet Street, Verona WI 53593
Harriet Park is located along Mary Lou Street, Arthur Street, Westlawn Avenue and Harriet Street on the City’s north side.

Common Chord is very pleased to be making a return appearance for the 2020 series! Sponsored by the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. Bring the family! And bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and a picnic or wine/cheese, games, etc. (FREE SHOW)

Third Friday monthly!

July 17, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE IS CLOSING (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

July 18, 2020 (Sat)

Music starts at 7:30 pm; doors open at 6 pm

*** CANCELED due to pandemic ***

Middleton Fairyland House Concerts

Common Chord is very pleased to have been invited to perform for this fantastic house concert series in Middleton. (Outdoors, weather permitting.) There will be social time before the show starting at 6 pm with "potluck" food contributions appreciated. More details will be posted soon including RSVP instructions.

July 25, 2020 (Sat)
7 to 9 pm

(Free, but park sticker required)

*** CANCELED due to pandemic ***

Blue Mound State Park (FB page)
4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds WI 53517
608-437-5711

Common Chord at Blue Mound State Park! In the Amphitheater, near Nature Center and East Tower (alternate rain location is the Friends Shelter near the Swimming Pool)

NOTE: While this is a free show, the Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker is required for entry to the park. Wisconsin license plate $28 annual or $8 daily fee, or $13 annual and $3 daily fee for residents 65 and older.
Out of state license plate $38 annual or $11 daily fee. Annual stickers are good through December 31, 2019.

Third Friday monthly!

Aug 21, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE IS CLOSING (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Third Friday monthly!

Sep 18, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE IS CLOSING (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Sep 24, 2020 (Thu)
6 to 8 pm
(weather permitting)

*** CANCELED ***

We DO have a show this date...south of Madison at a great little outdoor place. If you are interesed, please contact us for details! It is a nice outdoor setting, a little south of Verona. (Weather permitting; no cover.)

Sep 25, 2020 (Fri)
6 to 7:30 pm

(NOTE: Must enter the gated parking & listening area between 5:30 and 6:15 pm)

*** CANCELED ***

Gazebo Musikk (Link goes to their Facebook page)

This gig is ON and will be a "Drive-In" concert.
NEW LOCATION: Tractor Pull Field at Mandt Park

Common Chord is delighted to be making our debut for this series! Here's what the fine folks at Gazebo Music say about this year's format and location:

Gazebo Musikk is Back! This time it's Drive-In style. We will be holding the shows on the Tractor Pull Field at Mandt Park. Cars will exit off of 4th street and head to the Pickleball Courts on the road along the river. We will direct you to your seats (parking spot) from there. We have some basic rules that we need everyone to follow in order to pull this off.
• ENTRY TIMES will be from 5:30 pm-6:15 pm after that time the gates will close. When entering the event, you need to wear a face covering at the gate
• We need everyone to remain in their vehicles during the concert (except to use the bathroom). If you have a pickup truck, you can sit in the bed of the truck without a mask on
• If you leave your vehicle to use the port a potty, you must wear a mask
• If possible, please wait until the show is over to leave the event grounds
• Food/Drinks are allowed, including alcoholic drinks. We will not have Food Trucks at this time so it is BYOEverything.

FYI: This is a FREE EVENT, but donations appreciated at the entry gate

Sep 26, 2020 (Sat)
7:30 pm

*** TO BE RESCHEDULED FOR 2021-2022 season ***

Portage Center for the Arts - 2020-2021 concert series
Zona Gale Theater - 301 E. Cook St., Portage, WI 53954
608-742-5655

We are very pleased to make our debut for this concert series. Lovely theater! More details including ticket prices in spring/summer when their full season for 2020-2021 is announced.

Third Friday monthly!

Oct 16, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE IS CLOSING (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Oct 30, 2020 (Fri)
7:30 to 10 pm

***CANCELED due to pandemic ***

Brix 340 (Waunakee) [Facebook page]
340 North Century Avenue, Waunakee, WI 53597

Elegant and cozy wine bar (plus select spirits and cocktails) with a living room atmosphere. Great for date night! Your chance to hear Common Chord in a very home-y, up-close-and-personal environment! Will be very lightly amp'd. (Across from Rex's Innkeeper)

Third Friday monthly!

Nov 20, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE HAS CLOSED (sadly!) ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

Dec 17, 2020 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

*** CANCELED DUE TO ONGOING COVID RESTRICTIONS ***

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

H O L I D A Y    S H O W !!!

Third Annual Holiday Benefit for Luke House Community Meal Program

Common Chord will again be the featured guest for this month's Top Shelf show at The Brink Lounge. This show will include lots of unique arrangements of traditional tunes plus holiday-themed originals!

This is also the second annual fundraiser for Luke House Community Meal Program, a wonderful organization that serves lunch five days a week and and dinner six days a week for anyone in need. No cover, but donations will be gratefully accepted for the Luke House. Or if you prefer, you can bring an in-kind donation from their needs list...see their website, on the home page (scroll down).

In the main lounge. The Brink Lounge has great cocktails, wines, beer, and great small plate items. Extra parking on adjacent block if the on-site lot is full; see www.thebrinklounge.com for details.

Third Friday monthly!

Dec 18, 2020 (Fri)
6:30 to 8:30 pm

(Free)

***CANCELED - VENUE HAS CLOSED ***

Common Ground Middleton (Facebook page)
2644 Branch St. Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 820-1010

FISH FRY night! We always look forward to playing at our favorite spot. Please join us at this lovely, community-centered venue - nominated for BEST NEW RESTAURANT in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" series for 2019. See this page on their website for their menu. They have fish fry options on Friday along with a full selection of coffee drinks, teas, and baked goods including gluten-free options. (No cover)

June 5, 2021 (Sat)
1 to 4 pm

Paoli Mill Park
6890 Paoli Rd, Paoli WI 53508 (608)516-9649

Outdoors on the Hop Garden side stage, weather permitting only.
Common Chord is very pleased to be returning to this summer music series! We play a variety of folk/Americana originals and our own unique versions of covers from the likes of The Beatles, Tom Waits, Paul Simon, Neil Young, and lots more, using full harmonies and varied instrumentation that includes everything from guitars, bass, and fiddle to clarinet and cigar box guitar. Thank you to the sponsors: Hop Garden, Molino Taqueria, and Tipsy Gypsy! No cover. (Bring a folding chair or blanket as only a limited number of chairs/picnic tables are available.)

July 8, 2021 (Thu)
5:30 to 8 pm

Verona Concerts in the Park
Harriet Park - W. Harriet Street, Verona WI 53593
Harriet Park is located along Mary Lou Street, Arthur Street, Westlawn Avenue and Harriet Street on the City’s north side.

Common Chord is very pleased to be making a return appearance for the 2021 series! Sponsored by the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. Bring the family! And bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and a picnic or wine/cheese, games, etc. (FREE SHOW)

July 11, 2021 (Sun)
2 to 4 pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

No cover. Come join us and check out their great ciders!
NOTE: Show is scheduled for OUTDOORS and may be weather-dependent. Please check here or watch Facebook before heading to the show if there is chance of rain!

Aug 12, 2021 (Thu)
6 to 7:30 pm

Gazebo Musikk (Link goes to their Facebook page)
324 S Sixth St., Stoughton WI 53589 (608) 669-6346
(NOTE: Location is subject to change in the event of Covid-19 restrictions.)

Common Chord is delighted to be making our debut for this summer series! Music is held every Thursday during the summer. Outdoors (weather permitting) - Lawn seating, so bring a blanket or lawn chairs. You may bring beer and/or wine, but no glass is permitted. There will be food for sale at the show. FYI: This is a FREE EVENT, but donations appreciated.

Aug 16, 2021 (Mon)
5 to 7 pm

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
5701 Raymond Road - Madison WI 53719
608-271-6633

Supporting the "Holy Cow!" community meal program. Holy Cow will be serving a community meal and Common Chord will serenade diners! Open to the public. Outdoors, on the grounds of Good Shepherd (fair weather only) - corner of Raymond Road and Whitney Way.

See THIS LINK on Good Sheperd's site for more details!

Aug 21, 2021 (Sat)
12 noon to 1 pm

Grace presents / Grace Episcopal Church
116 West Washington Ave. - Madison WI 53703
608-772-5533

This concert is ON, and COVID safety protocols will be in place...see website for details on that part.
The concert will also be
livestreamed here.
(Made possible with support from ECW, Dane Arts, The Madison Arts Commission, and Grace Episcopal Church - Thanks to all of these fine organizations!)

GRACE PRESENTS is a free monthly concert series that takes place in the historic Grace Episcopal Church on Madison’s Capitol Square. All concerts are at noon on Saturdays. The series features a diverse range of music, including everything from classical and folk to jazz and bluegrass. Free (donations appreciated). Located in the heart of Madison, on the western side of the Capitol Square, Grace Episcopal Church is the oldest church in the city. See https://gracepresents.org/ for more!

Sep 4, 2021 (Sat)
5 to 8 pm

Paoli Mill Park
6890 Paoli Rd, Paoli WI 53508 (608)516-9649

(Outdoors in the park, weather permitting only.) Common Chord is very pleased to be returning to Paoli Mill Park's stage. We play a variety of folk/Americana originals and our own unique versions of covers from the likes of The Beatles, Tom Waits, Paul Simon, Neil Young, and lots more, using full harmonies and varied instrumentation that includes everything from guitars, bass, and fiddle to clarinet and cigar box guitar. Thank you to the sponsors: Hop Garden, Molino Taqueria, and Tipsy Gypsy! No cover. (Bring a folding chair or blanket as only a limited number of chairs/picnic tables are available.)

Sep 6, 2021 (Mon)
2:10 to 2:50 pm

Spring Green General Store CANCELED FOR 2021
137 South Albany St, Spring Green, WI 53588-8802
608-588-7070

Beatlefest 2021! All day festival with many bands celebrating the music of The Beatles, from 11 am to 6 pm. Common Chord will perform a 40 minute set starting at 2:10pm. Available amenities will include Lake Louie Beer on tap in the back yard, Cider Farm cider, and the Vesperman Ice Cream truck will be on site too. See website for full details.

Sep 24, 2021 (Fri)
7:30 to 8:30 pm

Wild Hog in the Woods Coffeehouse
ONLINE CONCERT

Common Chord members Tracy and Michael will be performing a virtual concert for Wild Hog in the Woods Coffeehouse.
To tune in, go to Wild Hog's page where a viewing window will appear shortly before showtime: CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SHOW ONLINE

(See more details at Tracy's website.)

Dec 2, 2021 (Thu)
7 to 10 pm

FUNDRAISER for Porchlight, Inc.

Admission: Donation of any amount, or in-kind gifts (CLICK HERE for details)


The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

In the main lounge - FUNDRAISER EVENT.
Admission
: Donation of any amount, or in-kind gifts (CLICK HERE for details)

Update 12/2/2021: Common Chord will be missing a couple of members tonight as it turns out, but the show is ON and we have special guest percussionist Alan M. joining us to add to the festivity. Tracy will have keyboard on hand too, and duo Top Shelf (Tracy and Alan) will also perform some tunes. We will still have a festive time if not the full "Common Chord" experience, and hope to raise some nice funds for Porchlight!

CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS

2021 Christmas Show! Common Chord

This year our fundraiser will be supporting Porchlight, Inc.
Porchlight strives to reduce homelessness in Dane County by collaborating with the community to provide shelter, affordable housing, and supportive services that eliminate barriers and empower the individuals and families they serve. They create innovative solutions, vibrant partnerships, and opportunities.

You can read much more about this great organization at their wonderful website./

Mar 5, 2022 (Sat)
7:30 pm

RESCHEDULED for October 15

Portage Center for the Arts -2021-2022 concert series
Zona Gale Theater - 301 E. Cook St., Portage, WI 53954
608-742-5655

Rescheduled for October 15

Jun 21, 2022 (Tue)
6 to 9 pm

Benvenuto's Fitchburg
2949 Triverton Pike Dr., Fitchburg, WI 53711 (608) 278-7800

(TRACY, MICHAEL, and BRUCE)

This is a show headlined by Tracy's duo TOP SHELF, but Michael and Bruce will be guesting in with Tracy for some special tunes (mostly unique cover arrangements) they are working up with Tracy! On the patio (weather permitting). No cover. See topshelfmadison.com for full details.

June 27, 2022 (Mon)
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Rural Musicians Forum
Performing Arts Pavilion in the Westland Promenade
114 Brodhead St, Mezomanie, WI

The concert will be outdoors so bring blankets or lawn chairs and settle in to enjoy the musical originals and unique cover arrangements. No tickets are required but a free-will donation will be taken.

See ruralmusiciansforum.org for additional details.

July 15, 2022 (Fri)
6:30 to 9:30 pm

(Subset of Common Chord)

CANCELED due to rain/damp weather

Mariner's
5339 Lighthouse Bay Drive, Madison WI 53704
(TRACY, MICHAEL, and BRUCE)

CANCELED due to rain/damp weather. See July 30 for other opportunity to hear this trio group!

This is a solo show for Tracy, but Michael and Bruce will be guesting in for some special trio tunes they have worked up separate from the Common Chord repertoire! (Mostly unique cover arrangements.) On the lawn by the water (weather permitting; check back day of show if weather is iffy).

July 16, 2022 (Sat)
5 to 7 pm

(Fair weather only, no rain dates.)

$15 cover at the door

Farley Center/SWWAP Concert
2299 Spring Rose Rd, Verona, WI 53593
(608)845-8724

Concerts are held in the beautiful large oak grove.
Please bring your own blanket, chair, food and drinks to the concert.

Free Informational tour with Farley Center Board Member Jeanne Meier at 4:00PM.

Free Food Forest tour with Emily Steinwehe/WI Food Forests after the concert, at 7pm.

 

Jul 17, 2022 (Sun)
10 am to 1 pm

Paoli Mill Park - 2022 Summer Music Series
6890 Paoli Rd, Paoli WI 53508 (608)516-9649

Common Chord is very pleased to be returning to Paoli Mill Park's stage for the sixth year! Thank you to the sponsors: Hop Garden, My Tipsy Gypsy, Molino Taqueria and Farm Kitchen BBQ! No cover. NOTE: Bring a folding chair or blanket as only a limited number of chairs/picnic tables are available. [Outdoors in the park, weather permitting only.]

July 30, 2022 (Sat)
6:30 to 9:30 pm

(Three members of Common Chord, group name coming soon!)

Mariner's
5339 Lighthouse Bay Drive, Madison WI 53704
(TRACY, MICHAEL, and BRUCE)

Tracy, Michael and Bruce will be performing some special trio tunes they have worked up separate from the Common Chord repertoire! (Mostly unique cover arrangements.) On the lawn by the water (weather permitting; check back day of show if weather is iffy).

Aug 21, 2022 (Sun)
10 am to 1 pm

Paoli Mill Park- 2022 Summer Music Series
6890 Paoli Rd, Paoli WI 53508 (608)516-9649

Common Chord is very pleased to be returning to Paoli Mill Park's stage for the sixth year! Thank you to the sponsors: Hop Garden, My Tipsy Gypsy, Molino Taqueria and Sugar River Outfitters! No cover. NOTE: Bring a folding chair or blanket as only a limited number of chairs/picnic tables are available. [Outdoors in the park, weather permitting only.]

Aug 28, 2022 (Sun)
10 am to
12 noon

Bob's Your Uncle - TRIO SHOW - Michael, Bruce, Tracy - See separate website
Twisted Grounds
6067 Gemini Drive, Madison WI 53718 (608) 630 - 9860
(TRACY, MICHAEL, and BRUCE)

CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER

Bob's Your Uncle - TRIO SHOW - Michael, Bruce, Tracy
This trio will be performing some special trio tunes they have worked up separate from the Common Chord repertoire! (Mostly unique cover arrangements.)
(Weather permitting only; check back day of show if weather is iffy.)

Aug 29, 2022 (Mon)
5 to 7 pm

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
5701 Raymond Road - Madison WI 53719
608-271-6633

Supporting the "Holy Cow!" community meal program. Holy Cow will be serving a community meal and Common Chord will serenade diners! Open to the public. Outdoors, on the grounds of Good Shepherd (fair weather only) - corner of Raymond Road and Whitney Way.

Oct 15, 2022 (Sat)
7:30 pm

(Rescheduled from March 2022)

Portage Center for the Arts -2022-2023 concert series
Zona Gale Theater - 301 E. Cook St., Portage, WI 53954
608-742-5655

Reserved Seating - $20 Adults | $10 Students
TICKETS
: Click here
Scroll down to our picture...click the GET TICKETS link that is UNDER our picture, for date October 15!

(Rescheduled from March 2022) We are very pleased to make our debut for this concert series. Lovely theater!

Oct 30, 2022 (Sun)
3 to 5 pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

No cover. Come join us and check out their great ciders! We'll have some special Halloween themed tunes for this show!

Nov 2, 2022 (Wed)
1 to 2 pm

Barneveld Public Library [Facebook]
107 West Orbison Street, Barneveld WI 53507
608-924-3711

Sponsored by Folklore Village, Senior Outreach Program. (Thanks!)
Free, open to the public.

Dec 8, 2022 (Thu)
7 pm

The Brink Lounge
701 East Washington St., Madison, WI 53703

2022 Christmas Show! Common Chord

Annual holiday concert! This year the show will benefit LITTLE JOHN'S.
Little John's is the community's kitchen for transforming food excess into accessible, chef-quality meals for everyone, regardless of their means. See littlejohnskitchens.org for more!
Admission
: Donation of any amount, by check given at the door OR donate online (use the special QR code above or go HERE) and show receipt for donation made online (you can do on-site or in advance).

Common Chord presents originals and custom arrangements of covers, using full harmonies and a variety of instruments (guitars, bass, fiddle, clarinet, mandolin and more). This show will feature lots of holiday-themed material. Special guests Paul Heinecke and Ruth Heinecke (trumpet and piano) will add to the festivities!

Common Chord ChristmasAnd --- We will have the only copies of our limited release Christmas CD with us at this show! (Sales will benefit Little John's.)
See this link for full details:
https://www.commonchord.us/CD3/index.php

 

Jan 7, 2023 (Sat)
1 to 3 pm

Spring Green General Store
137 South Albany Street Spring Green WI 53588-8802
608-588-7070

Our debut at this great listening space! No cover...donations greatly appreciated.

 

Jan 22, 2023 (Sun)
3 to 5 pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd Street, Mt. Horeb WI 53572
(608)437-2749

No cover. It's always a great time at Brix Cider! Come join us and check out their great ciders and food!

Mar 30, 2023 (Thu)
7 to 8 pm

FREE

Oakwood Village Center for Arts and Education
6209 Mineral Point Rd, Madison WI 5370

Lovely auditorium space. Free concert! One-hour show; open to the public.

COVID Policy: Click here

All visitors to our campus need to answer covid precaution questions at a kiosk at our main entrance receptionist desk. Anyone who has had direct contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid19 in the last 14 days should not be on our campus. Masks are not required in the independent living areas of our campus which includes the Art Center. There is a five-minute walk from Heritage to the Art Center.

Apr 1, 2023 (Sat)
7 to 9:30 pm

Lakeside Street Coffee House
402 W. Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715
608-441-7599

The Common Chord gang (Michael, Tracy, Bruce, Delores and Faye) will offer an evening of originals and unique covers with varied instrumentation and lots of harmonies! It's been a while since we've been at this venue and we look forward to our return! 7 to 9:30 pm. Free show; donations appreciated.

Apr 22, 2023 (Sat)
1 to 3 pm

 

Spring Green General Store
137 South Albany Street Spring Green WI 53588-8802
608-588-7070

Back by request! Common Chord will help you welcome spring with an outdoor show...weather permitting (indoors otherwise). No cover; donations much appreciated.

July 2, 2023 (Sun)
3 to 5 pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572
(608)437-2749

Outdoors (or indoors if rain). We love this place! Come on out and enjoy some great cider and food, locally sourced!

July 10, 2023 (Mon)
5 to 7 pm

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
5701 Raymond Road - Madison WI 53719
608-271-6633

Supporting the "Holy Cow!" community meal program. Holy Cow will be serving a community meal and Common Chord will serenade diners! The COW is a volunteer-operated, fully certified food truck in Dane County, WI. Whatever amount you can pay, you are assured a good meal! (Any proceeds are donated to local charities.)

Open to the public. Outdoors, on the grounds of Good Shepherd (fair weather only) - corner of Raymond Road and Whitney Way.

July 29, 2023 (Sat)
6 to 8 pm

(Free, but park sticker required)

Blue Mound State Park (FB page)
4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds WI 53517
608-437-5711

In the Amphitheater, near Nature Center and East Tower (alternate rain location is the Friends Shelter near the Swimming Pool) (While this is a free show, the Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker is required for entry to the park. See their website - link above - for details.)

July 30, 2023 (Sun)
2 to 5 pm

Hop Garden Evansville
18 E. Main St, Evansville, WI 53536
608-882-1283

Common Chord debuts at Hop Garden's new location! Outdoors In the beer garden (may be moved indoors if weather is bad; check back on day of show if weather is questionable).

Sep 1, 2023 (Fri)
Private event

Capitol Lakes
333 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703

Private event

Sep 2, 2023 (Sat)
1 to 4 pm

Hop Garden Evansville
18 E. Main St, Evansville, WI 53536
608-882-1283

Outdoors In the beer garden (may be moved indoors if weather is bad; check back on day of show if weather is questionable).

Sep 4, 2023 (Mon) BEATLEFEST!!!
CC's set at 1pm

Spring Green General Store
BEATLEFEST!!!!
137 South Albany Street Spring Green WI 53588-8802
608-588-7070

Event runs all day; our set time will be from 1:00 to 1:30 pm. See EVENT POSTER for full schedule.
No cover; donations much appreciated.

Sep 7, 2023 (Thu)
6 to 7:30 pm

Gazebo Musikk (Facebook page)
324 S Sixth St., Stoughton WI 53589

Common Chord returns to Gazebo Musikk! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us for a family-friendly show on the lawn. Weather permitting only. You may bring beer and/or wine, but no glass is permitted. There will be food for sale at the show. Free! (Donations to the program appreciated.)

Oct 20, 2023 (Fri)
7:30 pm

Wild Hog in the Woods
504 S. Brearly St, Madison, WI 53703

Common Chord returns to Wild Hog! It's been a couple of years and the last time was just at the start of the pandemic. Here's to better luck this time!

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS...

You might hear a few Halloween-themed tunes included for this fall show in this great listening room. Amenities available include baked goodies plus a large selection of teas and coffees, for a small fee. Wild Hog is an all volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting, preserving, and enjoying all types of traditional folk and acoustic music, offering weekly live performances and occasional special concerts/events. See https://www.wildhoginthewoods.org/ for more.

Oct 28, 2023 (Sat)
7 to 8 pm

FREE

Oakwood Village Center for Arts and Education
6209 Mineral Point Rd, Madison WI 5370

Lovely auditorium space. Free concert! One-hour show; open to the public. We will include a few Halloween-themed tunes!

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All visitors to our campus need to answer covid precaution questions at a kiosk at our main entrance receptionist desk. Anyone who has had direct contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid19 in the last 14 days should not be on our campus. Masks are not required in the independent living areas of our campus which includes the Art Center. There is a five-minute walk from Heritage to the Art Center.

Dec 4, 2023 (Mon)
7:00 pm

Group show!

Common Chord
Top Shelf
Ivory & Brass

Rex's Innkeeper
Hwy 113 North, Waunakee, WI 53597
608.849.5011

Annual Holiday fundraiser event - NEW LOCATION! Thanks, Rex's Innkeeper!

DETAILS...

Duo Top Shelf (another project of Common Chord's co-director Tracy) will co-host the show with Common Chord, and special guest duo Ivory and Brass will also be part of the show (husband and wife, Paul & Ruth Heinecke). The evening will include separate sets as well as collaborative tunes.

Top Shelf Ivory and Brass
Top Shelf (left), and Ivory and Brass

Felicia's Donation Closet logoThis year the show will benefit Felicia’s Donation Closet. This Waunakee-based charity serves survivors of domestic abuse. A representative of FDC will be on hand to talk about their mission and services.


  • To donate $$: Donate monetarily at the show, or give online at feliciasdonationcloset.com/ (then just show your receipt or the email confirmation of your donation at the door).
  • For in-kind gifts, (new or gently used items), a list of needs can be found on their website; please contact the organization to arrange your drop off. (Go to feliciasdonationcloset.com and scroll down on home page to see the needs list.)
  • A third donation option is their gift registry on Amazon:
    Felicia’s Donation Closet Gift Registrry on Amazon

Special thanks to Rex's Inkeeper for agreeing to host our event this year! Rex's is a fabulous and locally famous supper club so please plan to come early and come hungry to enjoy dinner before the show. If you plan to have dinner, we recommend you call for reservations and be sure to tell them you'll be attending the concert.

 

Jan 30, 2024 (Tue)
2 to 3 pm

Middleton Glen
6720 Century Ave.,Middleton, WI 53562

REDSCHEDULED FROM JAN 9

Private event for residents

May 17, 2024 (Fri)
7 to 9 pm

Crossroads Coffeehouse [Facebook]
2020 Main St Cross Plains, WI
608-798-2080

New expanded space! (Last show of their INDOOR season)

June 28, 2024
(Fri)
6 to 8 pm

Concerts in Esser Square
Between Crossroads Coffeehouse and The Creekside Scoop
2020 Main Street, Cross Plains, WI

Summer series on Friday nights. Free show. More details coming prior to the event.

Aug 11, 2024 (Sun)
2 to 5 pm

New Glarus Fest Haus
106 3rd Ave. New Glarus WI 53574 608-527-3378

Double header, which will include music by harmony rock/roots trio Bob's Your Uncle as well as Common Chord (5-piece)! Downtown New Glarus. New Glarus Fest Haus is a full service bar & event space located in the heart of Little Switzerland.

Aug 31, 2024 (Sat)
6 to 8 pm

(Free, but park sticker required)

Blue Mound State Park (FB page)
4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds WI 53517
608-437-5711

Common Chord is pleased to return as part of the outdoor music series at Blue Mound State Park. The series will begin July 6 and continue through August 31 from 6-8 p.m. featuring a variety of musicians and groups. Shows are held in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater at the top of the park. (In the event of inclement weather, the performance will move into the Friends Shelter.) The Amphitheater is near the Nature Center and East Tower. (While this is a free show, the Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission sticker is required for entry to the park. See their website - link above - for details.)

Oct 13, 2024 (Sun)
2-5 pm

Paoli Mill Park
6890 Paoli Rd, Paoli, WI 53508 (608)516-9649
Links: http://thehopgarden.net and http://paolimillpark.com/

NOTE: We will be indoors at the HOP GARDEN due to the chilly/windy and possibly rainy weather! But the show is on! This will be a very lightly amp'd cozy show.

Oct 29, 2024 (Tue)
7 to 8 pm

FREE

Oakwood Village Center for Arts and Education
6209 Mineral Point Rd, Madison WI 5370

Lovely auditorium space. Free concert! One-hour show; open to the public. We will include a few Halloween-themed tunes!

Oct 30, 2024
(Wed)
Private event

Capitol Lakes
333 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703

Private event

Dec. 7, 2024
(Sat)
7 to 9 pm

(Doors open and
food/snack sales
start at 6:30p)

Arbor Good Neighbor House
2509 McDivitt Road, Madison WI 53714

Annual holiday show benfitting Arbor Good Neighbor House (AGNH)!. Special guest singer/songwriter/guitarist NELSON GRAHAM will join the fun!
ADMISSION: A donation of any amount to AGNH, in advance of the show or at the door.
Closer to show date we will post instructions on ways you can make your gift.
>>>>> CLICK HERE for full details about the show.

Dec. 15, 2024
(Sun)
3 to 5 pm

Brix Cider
119 S. 2nd St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572

Great listening space! We'll enjoy a second opportunity to share some holiday tunes as well as other material.

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