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SEPTEMBER 13 th , 2015 5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM Welcome Back – Back to Zion United Church of Christ in Norwood and to the Leo! Season opener jam and potluck! Bring an instrument, a song to offer and a dish or snack to share. Celtic Jam All welcome. Songwriters’ Collaborative Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome. SEPTEMBER 20 th , 2015 5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Open Mic 3 10-minute slots. Bob Kotz Local singer songwriter and long-time QCB member playing a mix of original and cover songs. Greg Schaber Trio www.gregschaber.com Acoustic Blues and Roots from Cincy-area Bluesman Greg Schaber. He will be joined on bass by Chris Werner and percussion by June Levis. Emcee this week: Janice Alvarado SEPTEMBER 27th, 2015 5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Lenny Hall Long-time QCB’er always delivers a great set of tunes from Doc Watson to Bill Staines. Jim Callahan www.jimcallahansongs.com Jim is an Americana Singer/Songwriter born and raised in Central Ohio, now living in Nashville Tennessee. Winner of a Tennessee Songwriter Association Horizon Award, he performs original songs, blues, rockabilly, folk, and traditional country. A Leo debut! Troubadours of Divine Bliss www.troubadoursofdivinebliss.com This award winning duo (Best Folk Band in New Orleans, LA & Louisville, KY) from Louisville, KY brings accordion, guitar and harmonies "that could melt a stone statue.." (Billy Butler BBC Radio). Their music weaves in and out of genres...it's AmericanaSpirit, AcousticVaudeville, GypsyBluegrass, SoulFolk and more! They have just released their 7th recording "As You Wish." Emcee this week: Greg Hines (SCHEDULE CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE)

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SEPTEMBER 13th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Welcome Back – Back to Zion United Church of Christ in Norwood and to the Leo!

Season opener jam and potluck! Bring an instrument, a song to offer and a dish or snack to share.

Celtic Jam

All welcome.

Songwriters’ Collaborative Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome.

SEPTEMBER 20th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Bob Kotz Local singer songwriter and long-time QCB member playing a mix of original and cover songs.

Greg Schaber Trio www.gregschaber.com Acoustic Blues and Roots from Cincy-area Bluesman Greg Schaber. He will be joined on bass by Chris Werner and percussion by June Levis.

Emcee this week: Janice Alvarado

SEPTEMBER 27th, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Lenny Hall Long-time QCB’er always delivers a great set of tunes from Doc Watson to Bill Staines.

Jim Callahan www.jimcallahansongs.com Jim is an Americana Singer/Songwriter born and raised in Central Ohio, now living in Nashville Tennessee. Winner of a Tennessee Songwriter Association Horizon Award, he performs original songs, blues, rockabilly, folk, and traditional country. A Leo debut!

Troubadours of Divine Bliss www.troubadoursofdivinebliss.com This award winning duo (Best Folk Band in New Orleans, LA & Louisville, KY) from Louisville, KY brings accordion, guitar and harmonies "that could melt a stone statue.." (Billy Butler BBC Radio). Their music weaves in and out of genres...it's AmericanaSpirit, AcousticVaudeville, GypsyBluegrass, SoulFolk and more! They have just released their 7th recording "As You Wish."

Emcee this week: Greg Hines

(SCHEDULE CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE)

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OCTOBER 4th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Full Moon Ranch www.reverbnation.com/fullmoonranch Jody Knoop & Ed Stapleton – two students of Spencer Funk - came together to form "Full Moon Ranch". Jody, Ed and Spencer - and the occasional other ranch hand or two - play a mix of Americana and originals.

Steve Bonafel www.sonicbids.com/bands/stevebonafeloneiota An original bluegrass singer/songwriter from the Cincinnati Tristate that has enjoyed some success locally and on the road with radio and live performances, including the Queen City Balladeers 50th anniversary concert broadcast on PBS affiliate WCET 48.

Emcee this week: Carol Cohn

OCTOBER 11th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Songwriters’ Collaborative Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome.

Brad Monti Long-time QCB member and Leo “jammer” brings his heartfelt, understated songs to the Leo stage.

Woodnote www.facebook.com/Woodnote/ The members of Woodnote have played together for many years. They play an eclectic mix of folk, bluegrass and Americana with acoustic instrumentals and rich vocal harmonies ranging from the Beatles to the Jayhawks as well as original music.

Ann & Phil Case www.dryrun.wso.net It’s been two years since Ann and Phil have graced the Leo stage with their vintage instruments and lovely duet harmonies. Keepers of the flame.

Emcee this week: Spencer Funk

OCTOBER 18th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Jamon Zeiler http://www.zeilerguitars.com/ “[Jamon’s] voice is strong with a gentle delivery very easy to listen to.” - Jim Ed Norman, former President of Warner Bros Records

Anachrorhythms www.myspace.com/anachrorhythms The Anachrorhythms perform a driving mix of Latin, traditional and gypsy jazz instrumentals, featuring guitar, flute, bass, mandolin fiddle and hand drums.

Emcee this week: Chuck Black

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OCTOBER 25th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Various players due to cancellation. Greg Hines Greg enjoys a large variety of music from James Taylor to Cole Porter. When he says he likes “Oldies”, he is talking about the songs from 1930’s. So, get ready to hear some familiar tunes from the Great American Songbook!

Ricky Nye www.rickynye.com Cincy’s premier Boogie-Woogie and Blues Pianist! Come get a preview of his 16

th

Boogie Summit.

Emcee this week: Dennis Iverson

NOVEMBER 1st

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

The Corncobs www.facebook.com/pages/The-Corncobs/126968810661454 Jeff Custis, Jeff Gushin, Larry Lankford and Rich Overturf play old-time music that is strongly influenced by the ”Golden” string band era of the ‘20’s and 30’s. Their music includes ballads, blues, hoedowns, breakdowns, rags, jug band, wobbles, stomps and struts. "We may be rough but we get it right!"

Noah Wotherspoon & Jessi Bair www.noahwotherspoon.com Noah & Jessi combine passionate guitar playing and imaginative songwriting with hauntingly soulful vocals. Noah recently won the title of “Best Guitarist” at the 2015 International Blues Challenge in Memphis!

Emcee this week: Neal Harrell

NOVEMBER 8th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Songwriters’ Collaborative Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome.

Don Baker www.reverbnation.com/donwbaker Don is a singer/songwriter from southeastern Ohio, inspired by the likes of John Prine and Guy Clark. He has been writing songs and playing the guitar since the early eighties. A Leo debut.

Dean Vamvas & Friends Dean has been part of the QCB jams. He plays several stringed instruments including guitar (primary), banjo and mandolin, and plays musical styles from folk to bluegrass and country.

Raison D’Etre www.raison3.com Celebrating 25 years together, this harmony trio blends their interest in vintage American tunes with their own storytelling originals.

Emcee this week: Brad Monti

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NOVEMBER 15th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

The Foles www.thefoles.com Catchy melodies in a unique blend of acoustic instrumentation and vocal harmonies. A Leo Debut.

Dan Van Vechten danvanvechtenmusic.com Singer/songwriter acoustic music. A Leo debut!

Emcee this week: Dennis Allen

NOVEMBER 22nd

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Workshop Free to members. With guitarist Scott Danger Bravo. He will speak tunings and techniques, his experience in the music business and take whatever questions the audience has.

Greg & Mary Kay Hansen www.greghansenmusic.com Greg on acoustic guitar and vocals, joined by Mary Kay on Native American flutes. Peaceful and soulful renditions of standards, hymns, folk tunes, and other unusual gems.

Scott Danger Bravo www.scottdangerbravo.com/ Acoustic, instrumental guitarist, Scott Danger Bravo, is a national artist currently living in NYC. Scott is signed to Divine Wine Music and endorsed by Stonebridge Guitars, John Pearse Strings and MiSi Pickups. Catch his workshop this evening.

Tim Strong Tim comes from a bluegrass family. HIs first gig was with his brother, Gary, at the age of 13. Since that time, he has been a bluegrass staple in the Cincinnati area, and has played guitar and sung harmony in The Missy Werner Band and The Comet Bluegrass Allstars. Tim has performed with such national acts as Chris Jones & The Night Drivers, Don Rigsby & Midnight Call, Peter Rowan, and others. A Leo Debut.

Emcee this week: Papa Joe Kretschmer

NOVEMBER 29th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Stan Boric Stan's songs will make you smile. Sit back and enjoy his stories and beautiful finger-style guitar.

Fendrick & Peck www.fendrickandpeck.com Fendrick & Peck’s music gathers in many genres including folk, blues and bluegrass with a freshness and originality that is both beguiling and inspirational. Their original songs harken to some wonderfully old time sensibility and evoke history, family stories and love of the finest kind.

Emcee this week: Linda Eads

(SCHEDULE CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE)

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DECEMBER 6th

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome.

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Ian Fitzgerald www.ianfitzgerald.com Ian Fitzgerald is a folk singer and songwriter known for his compelling storytelling and skillful use of language.

Shiny & the Spoon www.shinyandthespoon.com/ “It’s such a heavenly array of bluegrass/folk/Americana music your ears won’t know what to do.” - Cincinnati.com

Emcee this week: Alana Johnson

DECEMBER 13TH

, 2015

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam All welcome. Celtic Jam All welcome. Songwriters’ Collaborative Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome. Workshop Free to members. With guitarist John Redell. Doorways to Improvisation: Finding your path when playing with other musicians.

Stephanie Spanja www.reverbnation.com/stephspanja Folk/pop balladry with a wicked grin.

John Redell & Erin Coburn http://erincoburnmusic.com/ John Redell, the legend on guitar and vocals. Fourteen year old, Erin Coburn, a formidable guitarist and vocalist, with a style and stage presence all her own. Together they are best known for weaving intricate layers, creating breadth and depth to their blues infused, multi-genre music without borders. Their shows are a must see!

The Hertz Brothers After a 2+ year, geographically induced hiatus, The Hertz Brothers are back in the Queen City. Drawing from material both original and pre-owned, featuring their signature mixture of skillishness and soulity, The Hertz Brothers will entertain at you 'till it hertz.

Emcee this week: Bozie Fields

DECEMBER 20th

, 2015

CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY SEASON

DECEMBER 27th

, 2015

CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY SEASON

(SCHEDULE CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE)

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JANUARY 3rd

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Ukulele Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Jim Lindenschmidt Jim will be singing and playing original

Americana/roots music on electric piano.

Jim’s Red Pants www.jimsredpants.com Rick and Hillary Wagner will perform some exciting Scandinavian tunes for fiddle and hardanger duet, bouzouki, an original vocal or two, and some of their favorite Celtic tunes.

Emcee this week: Pete Armstrong

JANUARY 10TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Songwriters’ Collaborative, Upstairs Room To Be Decided. Anyone interested in songwriting welcome.

Jake Kolesar www.soundcloud.com/jake-kolesar Jake is a 19-year-old songwriter who seeks to infuse elements of the folk tradition with his own musical style.

John Kogge An Oxford, Ohio, mainstay for more than four decades, John Kogge is well known for his classic Americana take on folk and blues traditions, with the occasional standard thrown in for good measure.

Michael G. Ronstadt & Serenity Fisher www.michaelronstadt.com/ Performing together for the last six years they are a dynamic, truly moving, and expressive duet. Both songwriters, their material is diverse and reaches far. Serenity Fisher blends playful pop-rock with a Tim Burton-esque quirkiness and is a powerhouse singer. Her piano style is theatrical and passionate. Nephew of Linda Ronstadt, cellist Michael G. Ronstadt brings a rich musical heritage and displays genre-blending explorations on cello and guitar in complement to thought-provoking lyrics.

Emcee this week: Bob Kotz

JANUARY 17TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Celtic Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Mike Boerschig Mike seeks out songs that remind you of a good warm bowl of soup and presents them in way the aroma will linger.

Bromwell-Diehl Band www.bdbonline.com A main-stay on the local scene for many years, these guys are the real “diehl” (sorry). Seriously, they play, sing, write and do it all with style!

Emcee this week: Chris Bieri

(SCHEDULE CONTINUES ON NEXT PAGE)

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JANUARY 24th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Old Time Music Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided Workshop, Upstairs Room To Be Decided Free to members. Songwriting with Jim Pelz of Hickory Robot. Starting with the premise that there's no one way to write a song, he'll discuss - among other things - methods to generate and nurture song ideas, and improving the craft of songwriting through editing and arranging. He'll use examples of obstacles encountered writing his own songs, and how he dealt them.

Randy Weeks www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pcPET7oOfI Randy is a guitarist, songwriter and Cincinnati native.

Jim Pelz (of Hickory Robot) Jim is a CCM and Berklee School of Music grad. He will lead a songwriting workshop this evening and perform a solo set.

Changeling http://www.madcelts.com/ Wildly danceable modern Irish roots music.

Emcee this week: Kathy Schneider

JANUARY 31st

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Cheryl McKinney—Heartenstone www.heartenstone.com Cheryl McKinney, an Ohio singer-songwriter and her son, Sean, the gypsy drummer, will fill your ears and your hearts with original ballads and covers.

John Ford Blues Singer Songwriter John Ford performs old blues and roots songs from the 1920's & 30's plus original compositions from his new album "The John Ford Blues Society

Emcee this week: Christie Armstrong

FEBRUARY 7TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Ukulele Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Folk Bowl

All-Night Open Mic Super Bowl Alternative!

Emcee this week: No emcee.

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FEBRUARY 14th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall All welcome. Songwriters’ Collaborative, Upstairs Room To Be Decided. Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome. Workshop Free to members. Harmonica with Dave Gilligan.

Dave Gilligan Fans of the Leo have come to expect Dave’s post-holiday-football-commentary-in-song.

Pike 27 www.pike27.net/?page_id=11 Jangly, passionate roots music informed by REM, The Stones, Alejandro Escovedo, Steve Earle. For their Leo appearance, Pike 27 explores their softer, folkier side.

Cookin’ Hearts www.reverbnation.com/cookinhearts A folk-influenced group from Cincinnati known for their alternative instrumentation layered with soothing vocal harmonies

Emcee this week: Chuck Black

FEBRUARY 21st

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Celtic Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Russell Up Some Grub String Band www.facebook.com/Russell-Up-Some-Grub-229474763874248/timeline Russell Up Some Grub String Band serves up hot old-time mountain tunes cooked with a fiddle (Russ Childers), stirred with a banjo (Mark Alexander), seasoned with a doghouse bass (Rob Kranz), and spiced with a dash of ukejo (Barb Childers).

Mick & Jill www.facebook.com/mickandjill.denton Acoustic guitar and vocals playing Americana music and classics. They are thrilled to bring their Classic Rock and Contemporary Americana Folk back to Leo!

Emcee this week: Neal Harrell

FEBRUARY 28th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Old Time Music Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided Workshop Free to members. With Chris Arduser and George Cunningham. Chris and George will lead a workshop that addresses arranging for mandolin and fingerstyle 6 string guitar.

Neil Harrell https://soundcloud.com/neil-harrell Neil sings and plays a wide variety of music on his harp guitar which is based on the Larson Brother’s original Dyer design. You can learn more about harp guitars at http://www.harpguitars.net/.

Copper http://www.wrongdonkey.com/ Copper is a pop/roots rock band featuring songwriter/guitarist Peter Obermark, and a lineup of supporting musicians that includes Chris Arduser (who co-produces with Matt Hueneman) and George Cunningham.

Chris Arduser & George Cunningham www.facebook.com/search/str/the%2bgra

veblankets/keywords_top Chris Arduser has been involved in the Cincinnati music scene since 1976 as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. He has been a member of THE RAISINS, THE BEARS, PSYCHODOTS, THE GRAVEBLANKETS, BLESSID UNION OF SOULS and THE BLUEBIRDS. George Cunningham is a founding member of THE FAUX FRENCHMEN, Cinci's premier gypsy jazz combo and has been playing music with Mr. Arduser for over thirty years.

Emcee this week: Dennis Allen

Cancelled due to weather. Attempts will be made to reschedule acts.

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MARCH 6TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Ukulele Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Ellie Fabe www.elliefabe.com Ellie Fabe is a QCB regular who performs in coffeehouses around the Midwest and has been described as “a mind-blowing lyricist.” A song from her first album, Be A Girl Again, was recently featured in the soundtrack of NightSong from Mirepoix Pictures. Now she's back from the 2015 30A Songwriters Festival to promote her latest release, Devil May Care. This is alternative folk—expressive, authentic. Gather round. Get to know her. You'll be glad you did.

Ma Crow & the Lady Slippers www.macrowmusic.com Ma Crow is a CAMMY (a Cincinnati Grammy) award winner and multi-nominee for the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards. She is joined by Trina Emig, Margie Drees, and Vicki Abbott to form another great all female band.

Emcee this week: Jim Good

MARCH 13th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Songwriters’ Collaborative, Upstairs Room To Be Decided. Anyone interested in songwriting is welcome.

KlezMates A five member Klezmer band performing the roots of Eastern European Jewish Folk Music.

Greg Mahan www.reverbnation.com/gregmahan "Elegant, graceful and often poetic Americana music, with songs built around sturdy acoustic playing and imagery-laden lyrics" - Mike Breen, Cincinnati Citybeat

Anna & The Deeper Well www.annaandthedeeperwell.com/ A Cincy favorite, this trio delivers folk, blues and originals.

Emcee this week: Dean Vamvas

MARCH 20th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Celtic Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

The Triple Trouble www.triplethetrouble.com/ Triple The Trouble is a sister band of Aria (14) bass/keyboards, Bryce (12) electric/acoustic guitars/ukulele and Bailey (10) drums/percussion. In addition to covers, the girls play and write original power pop beyond their years and are mentored by local favorites, Serenity Fisher and Michael Ronstadt. A Leo debut!

Dark Moll http://www.darkmoll.com/ Cincinnati-based Traditional Irish music to mark St. Patty’s Day and the arrival of Spring!

Emcee this week: Linda Eads

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MARCH 27th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

3

rd ANNUAL EASTER HAM JAM

Bring your leftover jelly beans, chocolate bunnies or green bean casserole, an instrument to play, a song to share and come on out!

Emcee this week: No emcee.

APRIL 3rd

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Ukulele Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Bill Cheatem & Samantha Carlson with Best Day Duo www.facebook.com/BestDayCincinnati/info/ Oldies, Country, Rock 'N' Roll, Pop, Standards.

Misty Perholtz and Michelle Hemmer: Friends in the Round. www.thenewbees.com www.facebook.com/michellehemmermusic Friends since their time at OU, Misty Perholtz (of The Newbees) and Michelle Hemmer (successful with T.V. music placements) will perform the songs they've written as individuals, augmented with lovely background vocals and accompaniment from one another. They are happy to present their original works to the attentive music lovers at Leo Coffee House.

Emcee this week: Chris Bieri

APRIL 10TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Songwriters’ Collaborative, Upstairs Room To Be Decided. Anyone interested in songwriting welcome.

Skirts and Boots www.skirtandbootsmusic.com/ Americana/Folk music specializing in 2 part harmonies ....Lend an Ear

TransAtlantic Roots Band www.facebook.com/TransAtlanticRootsBand/ TransAtlantic Roots Band is a mix of instumentalists and vocalists whose repertoire includes Acoustic Folk, Oldtime, Celtic and Original music.

Barefoot in the Briar Patch Walking barefoot in a briar patch with banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, and bass makes for some high stepping old-time tunery by Russ Childers, Mike Boerschig, Jim Good, Chuck Black, Chris Haas.

Emcee this week: Spencer Funk

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APRIL 17TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Celtic Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Kyle Nachtigal http://kylenachtigal.com/ Trained at Belmont University in Nashville, Kyle Nachtigal jumps effortlessly between folk, rock and jazz while his lyrics play on comedy, fear and love for a truly dynamic performance.

The Back Porch Hounds www.thebackporchhounds.com The Back Porch Hounds preserve the past and pave new sonic roads with their roots mix of blues, jazz, old time, bluegrass, and Celtic traditional tunes and original material.

Emcee this week: Scott Nutter

APRIL 24th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Old Time Music Jam, Upstairs Room

Steve Flammer Steve plays guitar and Mt. Dulcimer, sings, and you never know what kind of music you might hear: Baroque, traditional and contemporary folk, or Celtic.

Calamity Rain www.facebook.com/search/musician/pages Amy and Deb meet and travel to the hills for a weekend with Old Time singing guru Ginny Hawker. Lives are changed. They become fast friends with great harmonies. Still digging up old songs, shining them up just a bit, setting them out as best they know how.

Cookin’ Hearts www.reverbnation.com/cookinhearts A folk-influenced group from Cincinnati known for their alternative instrumentation layered with soothing vocal harmonies. Rescheduled from snow day…now they have a CD! Come n get it!

Emcee this week: Kabir Bakie

MAY 1st

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Ukulele Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

KY Myle www.facebook.com/KentuckyMyle/ Kentucky Myle was born from the very soul of Eastern Kentucky and blends their sound with the influence of Country, Blues, Roots, and Rock. Lead by the sultry voice of Pam Kelly and guitarist/singer, Rick Kinman, their vocal harmonies are reminiscent of the great country duets of the past.

Emmylou Harris Tribute Featuring Pam Temple (Wild Carrot), Pam Kinman (Ky Myle), and Lauren Schloemer (Hickory Robot) filling Emmylou's big shoes on vocals. The EH 'Cincinnati' Hot band features Jim Pelz & Scott Carnder (both of Hickory Robot), Rick Kinman (Ky Myle Band). They’ll be performing songs from Emmy’s early albums: Pieces of the Sky, Luxury Liner, and Elite Hotel.

Emcee this week: Carol Cohn

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MAY 8TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Songwriters’ Collaborative, Upstairs Room To Be Decided. Anyone interested in songwriting welcome.

Mother’s Day Jam and all night open mic! Your chance to play a few tunes on stage.

Are you a music teacher? Bring in a student to showcase! Families welcome.

Emcee this week: No Emcee

MAY 15TH

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Celtic Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided

Open Mic 3 10-minute slots.

Chapter 7 -Cincinnati of the national program “Guitars 4 Vets http://www.guitars4vets.org/ Performing will be our graduate group “Six-Strings for Solace”.

The W.T.F. Trio W.T.F. is Williams, Temple, Funk performing jazz, blues and swing.

Emcee this week:

MAY 22nd

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

Open Jam, Founders Hall Old Time Music Jam, Upstairs Room To Be Decided Workshop Free to members. Harmonica with Dave Gilligan.

Dave Gilligan Fans of the Leo have come to expect Dave’s post-holiday-football-commentary-in-song. Rescheduled from February snow day.

Jericho Old Time Band www.facebook.com/jerichooldtimeband Audiences enjoy the energy and fun of this Oxford, Ohio-based group, which presents a variety of American roots music including lively old time fiddle tunes, harmony singing, different banjo styles and more.

Erich Sylvester www.cdbaby.com/cd/hotsteelcoolukulele2 Erich sings the Great American Songbook, and more. He has performed with celtic bands, jug bands, bluegrass and country swing bands, has sung vintage Hawaiian and pop songs at the Czech Ukulele Festival in Prague, the Wine Country Ukulele Festival, the Lake Tahoe Ukulele Festival, and the Cicada Club in L.A.

Emcee this week:

MAY 29th

, 2016

5:30PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:15PM

LEO COFFEEHOUSE SEASON-ENDING HOOT!

Pickin’, grinnin’, food and more!