Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe

Est. 2010

The MusicNow Foundation, Inc.  is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Old Lyme, CT dedicated to the support of live music to engage, enrich, and educate youth through workshop programming, performance opportunities and musical mentorships nurturing creative and artistic growth in our children making music accessible to all.

                     

    

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    • Our Story

    • Nightingale's Music Programs & Cafe

    • Our Workshops

    • Special Events 2019

    • Blog

    • Support

    • Members/Contact

    • Shop Happiness

    • More

      Tuesday Pickin' Party

      Every Tues. 6-8pm

      home-spun music is happening at Nightingale's

      Friday Nite Live

      Friday Nights 7-9pm

      Stop in for some wonderful homegrown music.

      You never know what can happen or what special guest(s) might sit in, but you can be sure to have a good time listening with friends. Check for upcoming events on our Facebook Events page and website.

       

      Stop in for some wonderful sweets, treats,
      coffees, teas and great music. Nightingale's is a wonderful local venue with a rustic vintage treasured vibe.    Originals and classics....always light and soulful!      Stop in . . . we hope to meet you to share our passion for music.    Suggested $5 Door Donation

      Come and join the "Pickin' Party" every Tues. 6-8pm.

       

      The PP is an all inclusive group musical experience where everyone is welcome to come and play and sing together with whatever instrument you play (or not) and regardless of your level of ability. Think Drumming Circle with guitars. Several veteran musicians will join Dan Stevens to facilitate and keep things moving. Great opportunity to learn, gain experience and confidence and generally have fun creating with others.. Nightingale Acoustic Cafe... Truly the musician's living room---all levels strumming and fingerpicking!. Suggested $5 door donation  

      Scrumptious Treats & Savoury Eats . . .
       
      Sing Out *
       Play & Perform!

       

      Amazing Youth, Teen & Adult Workshops Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe home of MusicNow Foundation!

       

                Teen Scene Music 

                      Teen Open Mic  

                  Last Fridays oF Month    

                          7:00p-9p  $5 Donation

       

       

      Ukelele Circle: 

      Last Saturday of the month with leader Peter Magrane for adults and teens

      10a-12noon!  $5 Donation

       

       

      Bluegrass Jam:

      Last Sunday of the month--lead by the greaat Ebin Salter!  All levels welcome to join in!  $5 Donation

      Take a Peek at Our Menu (click)

            Sweet Harmony Junque 

             for Sale . . .

                    Supports MusicNow Foundation initiatives!

       

      Stop in to see all the music inspired vintage treasures from chandeliers to achitectural finds. . . statues . . .jewelry, notecards & oh so much more!  All for sale to support our initiatives!

      More Junque

      Vintage Chic

      Slightly Worn

      Redone & Recycled

      Laces & Music Inspired

      Treasured finds

      Rock Tops

      SoHo & Opera Bags

      Music Tee's

       

      Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe

       

      MusicNow Foundation, Inc. presents Nightingale's Acoustic Café for live, local and homegrown music dedicated to the support of live music to engage, educate and enrich young artists through workshop programming, performance opportunities and musical mentorships nurturing creative and artistic growth.  Our music programs are targeted to different age levels & musical interests--- based on the One Room School House Theory of Learning.