Global Rhythms Summer Concert Series

JULY 1

Misfits of Avalon

Misfits of Avalon opens the series with a driving, high-spirited take on traditional Celtic music. Led by longtime Martha’s Vineyard musician Brian Weiland, the band blends Irish roots with Island-grown storytelling, moving effortlessly between lively reels, modern interpretations, and deeply felt ballads. Known for their tight musicianship and easy connection with audiences, Misfits of Avalon brings a sound that feels both rooted in tradition and fully alive in the present—setting the tone for a summer built on rhythm, community, and shared experience.
Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30pm

JULY 8

Kahoots

Kahoots returns for a rare performance, bringing with them the unmistakable sound and spirit of Martha’s Vineyard’s 1990s independent music scene. Founded by Rob Myers and Elisha Wiesner, the band became known for their genre-blurring style, prolific output, and fiercely loyal following. Now performing only occasionally, each Kahoots show carries the energy of both reunion and revival—an opportunity to experience a band that helped define a formative era of Island music and continues to resonate across generations.
Wednesday, July 8 at 5:30pm

JULY 15

Sol Y Canto

Sol y Canto brings more than three decades of internationally celebrated music-making to the stage, led by husband-and-wife duo Rosi and Brian Amador. Their sound blends Pan-Latin rhythms, jazz, folk traditions, and poetic songwriting into performances that are both intimate and expansive. Known for luminous harmonies and playful audience interaction, Sol y Canto creates a space where language, rhythm, and storytelling come together—inviting audiences into a shared experience shaped by joy, connection, and cultural exchange.
Wednesday, July 15 at 5:30pm

JULY 22

Joel Harrison, Stan Strickland & Friends

Acclaimed guitarist Joel Harrison and saxophonist and vocalist Stan Strickland join forces with master drummer Robby Ameen, bassist Chico Huff, and keyboardist Wes Nagy for an electrifying evening of Latin jazz and improvisation. Bringing together decades of experience across jazz, global music, and experimental traditions, this ensemble explores the deep intersections of rhythm and form with energy, precision, and spontaneity. The result is a dynamic performance that invites audiences to listen, move, and experience the power of live musical collaboration at its highest level.
Wednesday, July 22 at 5:30pm

JULY 29

The KabuJazz Trio featuring Cândida Rose

The KabuJazz Trio featuring Cândida Rose brings together Cape Verdean musical traditions and American jazz in a performance rooted in cultural connection and rhythmic depth. Joined by Santos Spencer on guitar and Jack Santos on percussion, the ensemble explores a rich musical language shaped by heritage, improvisation, and collaboration. With performances spanning festivals and educational programs across the country, the group offers an experience that is both musically intricate and deeply human, reflecting the enduring dialogue between cultures through sound.
Wednesday, July 29 at 5:30pm

AUGUST 5

Mid-Summer Celebration with Allie & Paryss

Allie and Paryss return for the annual Mid-Summer Celebration, bringing a powerful blend of gospel, R&B, and soul shaped by decades of performance and collaboration. As both partners and artists, they create a sound grounded in connection, musicality, and shared experience, drawing from careers that span national stages and diverse musical projects. This special evening pairs their dynamic performance with a relaxed, celebratory atmosphere, offering a chance to gather, unwind, and experience music that resonates with both energy and heart.
Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30pm

AUGUST 12

The Rubin Brothers

The Rubin Brothers deliver a high-energy, family-friendly performance that blends music, circus arts, interactive games, and playful audience participation. Featuring Colescott and AJ Rubin, whose appearances include American Idol, the show transforms the stage into a lively, ever-changing experience filled with humor, movement, and surprise. Designed for all ages, this performance celebrates the joy of live entertainment and the shared energy that comes from bringing audiences directly into the action.
Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30pm

AUGUST 19

Isaac Taylor

Isaac Taylor offers a deeply atmospheric performance shaped by his connection to sound, space, and the rhythms of Island life. Known for a quiet yet powerful musical presence, his work moves across tone, texture, and improvisation to create something both expansive and grounded. Whether performing solo or collaboratively, Taylor’s music invites close listening and reflection, offering an experience that lingers well beyond the final note.
Wednesday, August 19 at 5:30pm

AUGUST 26

Kemp Harris

Kemp Harris brings a powerful blend of folk, blues, and African American musical traditions to the stage, shaped by a lifelong commitment to storytelling, education, and community. His songs move between personal reflection and broader social themes, drawing on history, justice, and shared human experience. With a style that feels both intimate and expansive, Harris creates performances that resonate as conversation as much as music—grounded, thoughtful, and deeply connected.
Wednesday, August 26 at 5:30pm