Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen take the main stage at the Oswego Music Hall on Saturday, March 9. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego.

A torrent of mind-blowing bluegrass, known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Solivan’s dynamic and bold vocals, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen is among the most respected and sought-after bands in the business. The group’s deep understanding of the bluegrass tradition collides live on stage with a rock-tinged fiery virtuosity that pushes the boundaries of the genre.

The band brings it up a notch on their newest release, “Hold On,” and dazzles on covers including Newgrass Revival’s, “Sail to Australia” (featuring NGR’s bassist John Cowan on harmony vocals), Buzz Busby’s “Lost,” and a crafty cover of Orleans’ “Sails.” Their instrumental savvy and deep groove combined with Solivan’s original material introduces several outstanding songs destined to take their place in the bluegrass canon.

Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen includes banjo master Mike Munford, guitarist Chris Luquette and bassist Jeremy Middleton. The band’s last two albums both received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album and they have twice been named International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) Instrumental Group of the Year. They have earned numerous other IBMA nominations including Male Vocalist of the Year and Mandolin Player of the Year, and received Banjo Player of the Year in 2013.

Their massive sound and show-stealing performances command the most prestigious stages in the U.S. and abroad – from The Grand Ole Opry to international festivals across Europe, South America and Australia. The band has performed at the biggest bluegrass festivals including Telluride, MerleFest, Grey Fox, RockyGrass, Delfest, Strawberry Music Festival, Pickin’ in the Pines, ROMP and countless more.

For more information, visit the band’s website at https://dirtykitchenband.com/

The Oswego Music Hall’s spring season continues with Shawna Caspi & Rachael Kilgour on March 23, Big Sky Quartet on April 13, Livingston Taylor on April 27 and Sam Robbins in the season finale on May 11. 

Ticket prices range from $17 to $20. Admission is half-price for children aged 6 to 16 and free for those aged 5 and younger. Tickets can be purchased at any concert, online at www.oswegomusichall.org or at the river’s end bookstore, 19 W. Bridge St., Oswego. The community is encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time to ensure seating.

Oswego Music Hall shows start at 7:30 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m. Located in the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the venue is wheelchair accessible. The building is adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and Oswego Harbor. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Light refreshments will be available.  

The Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception over 40 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks, from running the sound board to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at ocpaoswego@gmail.com.

The Oswego Music Hall pays close attention to federal, state and local COVID-19 guidelines to do what’s best for performers and patrons – being mindful of everyone’s safety and enjoyment of the show. Should conditions warrant, safeguards may be reinstated without notice. Please check www.oswegomusichall.org for updated information.

For performance schedules, ticket details or other information about the Oswego Music Hall, go to www.oswegomusichall.org, email ocpaoswego@gmail.com, or find it online on Facebook and Instagram.

Oswego Music Hall concerts are made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the governor and New York Legislature. Other major supporters are the City of Oswego and Shineman Foundation. 

BLUEGRASS ROCKS THE STAGE – Grammy-nominated bluegrass band Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen take the stage at Oswego Music Hall on Saturday, March 9. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m. Pictured from left are band members Mike Munford, Frank Solivan, Jeremy Middleton and Chris Luquette.