Grab your partner and kick off your weekend right with our very first “Friday Date Night" at the historic Osceola Mill!
Join us for dinner and live music as Chef Mike takes you on a 5-Star, three-course, culinary experience accompanied by the joyful musical duo, “Me & Martha,” blending lyric and melody into a harmonious mountain music evening you won’t want to miss!
Our special menu, curated for your dining pleasure, includes choice of a specialty salad, a beef, seafood or vegetarian entree (gluten-free and vegan options available), an exquisite dessert and includes non-alcohol beverage service: $100 for two (2), prix fixe (tax and gratuity included).
A selection of hors d’ouevres, Virginia wines, beers and ciders are also available per regular menu pricing.
Plan to shake off your busy week, let us do the cooking, and settle in for a deliciously relaxing evening of music, stories and laughter that will have you sashaying through your weekend with a song in your heart.
Reservations for your candlelit evening are available inside the historic Mill’s elegantly, rustic dining room or, outside on our covered, creekside patio (weather permitting).
BARBARA MARTIN
SAT, SEPT 11th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Vocalist Barbara Martin is best known not only for being an accomplished interpreter of the great jazz and blues standards; but also for her ability to stretch the boundaries of the female jazz and blues singer image.
She writes award-winning songs. She plays guitar. She collaborates with other acclaimed artists to produce engaging live shows and music education programs. She’s as comfortable in a New York cabaret show or a major venue like The Kennedy Center as she is in an intimate house concert or a bohemian cafe.
Her expertise and talent place her squarely in the company of the legends she teaches about in her educational series “Women of Blues and Jazz,” but it’s her ability to transition smoothly from chanteuse to girl-next-door to perceptive poet that makes her so delightfully her own woman.
ROOT 2 MUSIC
BRUNCH N' BLUES
SUN, SEPT 12th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
We are mixing it up this Sunday’s "Brunch N' Blues" with a Blues/Celtic duo you won’t want to miss! ROOT 2 MUSIC is the musical intersection of Deep South country blues and Celtic/Appalachian fiddle music.
David Frank (guitar, harmonica, vocals) and Nancy Reid (fiddle, vocals) perform traditional and original blues with a distinctive Appalachian flavor.
When David moved up to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia where the sounds of Nancy's fiddle had echoed for years, this duo formed an award winning musical partnership that blends down home slide and traditional fiddle. What results is a unique blend of two musical roots – Root 2 Music.
BETSY IN THE VERSE
SAT, SEPT 18th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Back by popular demand...we are stoked to bring you the sweet and powerful vocals of Betsy in the Verse (a.k.a. Betsy Kelderhouse) brings a fresh take on alternative favorites and some originals.
With strong guitar skills to accompany her show-stopping vocals influenced by the likes of Pink and Fall Out Boy, it’s easy to understand both the soul and smiles she brings to her performances.
She rocked the house on her first visit with us so be sure to reserve your table early!
RANDY JOHNSTON
JAZZ BRUNCH
SUN, SEPT 19th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
An expressive, often funky bopper who is quite comfortable in soul-jazz and intimate settings, Randy Johnston is one of the finest straight-ahead guitarists of the Baby Boomer generation and we are delighted to feature him at this very special Jazz inspired Sunday Brunch!
A widely recorded and prolific guitarists of his generation, he has released 12 albums as a leader for the Muse, Highnote, J Curve, Mel Bay, and Random Act labels and has appeared on dozens of recordings with other top recording artists.
In addition, Randy has toured and played with some of the most acclaimed names in jazz, including Lionel Hampton, Houston Person and Etta Jones, Lonnie Smith, Stephanie Nakasian and has played for 17 years as a regular member of the Lou Donaldson Quartet.
He has traveled the world concertizing, both as a bandleader and side musician, performing at the top clubs and festivals all over the United States, Europe, Japan, Thailand, and South America.
Recognized the world over for his guitaristic prowess, Randy's live performances and last two recordings feature him as a vocalist as well, singing his original songs as well as standards and blues standards.
His vocals have been favorably compared to those of Ray Charles, and the combination of instrumental and vocal performances make for an extremely varied and entertaining live set.
ELI COOK
SAT, SEPT 25th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Eli was born in a Blue Ridge Mountain hollow full of “old cars, chain-saws, and guitars”. Radio still reigned, and telephones and television failed. He began playing gospel at revivals when he was 15, and still never forgets to “take you to church” at some moment in his performance today.
Eli’s career was launched when he opened for B.B. King at the Paramont Theatre to a standing ovation and was featured in Guitar Player Magazine. Today, he tours throughout the United States and internationally with venues ranging from the Kennedy Center and the Library of Congress, to B.B.King’s Night Club of NYC.
Known for his adrenalized performances, original compositions, and brilliant guitar playing, Eli Cook is revolutionizing the Blues experience for the 21st century.
Described as “the best blues singer of his generation” (All Music Guide), and “one of the top three blues soloists worldwide” (Blues Matters Magazine), he is equal master of slide and twelve-string guitar. Eli explodes the Blues horizon. There are no boundaries, no stop signs.
With fresh arrangements of classics by Skip James, John Hurt, Elmore James and Jimi Hendrix, as well as his own critically-acclaimed works from 7 recorded albums, Eli opens the door for you to enter a dimension of blues guitar-playing never before seen in the musical world.
DARA JAMES
BRUNCH N' BLUES
SUN, SEPT 26th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
We are very excited to welcome back Dara James for this week's installment of our "Brunch N' Blues" sessions!
Dara James is an award-winning singer/songwriter who uses his formidable guitar, harmonica, and vocal skills to present a variety of songs in the blues, folk, and classic rock genres along with, of course, original songs.
You may recognize Dara from the popular blues band in Central Virginia known as the "Jon Spear Band", where his talent as a quadruple-threat musician has earned him generous praise, such as Friday Blues Fix calling him, “a blues star in the making…a gifted guitarist, singer, and songwriter,” and Professor Johnny P. calling him “a ‘guitar wizard’ who can easily get an audience up on its feet just by the strength of his playing.”
Dara, alongside the Jon Spear Band, has opened for national acts such as Chris Duarte, The Iguanas, Junior Brown, Delbert McClinton, and many others.
He has also competed in the 31st, 33rd, and 35th International Blues Challenge.
With a new solo recording project entitled, “Her Light,” in dedication of his late daughter, Everly Margaret Rose, set to release September 1st, 2021, we are super stoked to introduce you to Dara and his amazing talent this Sunday!
KARAOKE NIGHT
TUE, SEP 28th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Sing the night away with us at our first ever Karaoke Night at the Osceola Mill!
No preparation necessary! Just come ready for fun! We've got the mic and you've got the voice so, whether you are ready to take the limelight, sing along, or simply tap your feet as others take the stage, our goal is for everyone to have a good time letting the spirit of music take them away!
Our host for the evening is the talented and charming Jeremiah Prophett, a local singer-songwriter known for his performances and DJing across the region. Mixing a few ice-breaker tunes of his own, Jeremiah will help you bring out your inner-artist as he greets you, finds out your favorite songs and, if you are so inclined, ease you up to the mic.
Special snacky charcuterie hors d'oeuvres and local beer/wines in addition to our regular menu items will be available to help you get in the mood to sing your heart out with us! We will also have a sangria special for those so inclined, cheers!
Start thinking now about your favorite list of songs and be sure to reserve your table today!
HER CHECKERED PAST
SAT, OCT 2nd
6:30PM - 8:30PM
We are extremely excited to introduce you to Shenandoah Valley locals “Her Checkered Past”! A singing-songwriting duo from Charlottesville made up of Anne O’Brien on guitar and ukulele, and Frank Bechter on bass.
They love harmonizing on each other's songs and arranging old and new favorites, covering artists ranging from Patty Griffin to David Bowie, Prince to Joni Mitchell. They have been featured artists in Charlottesville’s Six Pack Songwriter Series and Fridays After Five and now a very special feature at our Osceola Mill!
They have been featured artists in Charlottesville’s Six Pack Songwriter Series and Fridays After Five and now a very special feature at our Osceola Mill!
This is a show you won’t want to miss!
ALEX DAVIS & AUGIE FAIRCHILD
CELTIC SUNDAYS
SUN, OCT 3rd
11:30AM - 1:30PM
We've got an exciting treat for you for this installment of our Celtic music sessions. Alex Davis and Augie Fairchild, of the traditional Irish music trio "Dusty Hedgehog" will be reeling it up for this special Sunday Brunch live music performance.
Both entertainers and teachers with the Blue Ridge Irish Music School, their long term friendship brings a seasoned energy to the music that is guaranteed to lift your spirits.
Augie plays flute & whistle as addition to the classical cello and Alex plays fiddle & concertina. Both look forward to sharing their love of traditional Irish music with you!
Spend your Sunday enjoying brunch and mimosas while soaking in the angelic sounds of Celtic folk music at the historic Osceola Mill.
AN LÁR
SAT, OCT 9th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Join us for a traditional Irish dinner & musical feast, featuring corn beef & cabbage with Irish potatoes, select ales and the lively music of "An Lár".
An Lár is a fun-loving traditional Irish band playing fast paced tunes – jaunty hornpipes, lilting jigs and full throttle reels alternating with slower tunes – lyrical waltzes and melancholy airs, as well as singing Irish folk ballads of love and adventure.
Seven musicians make up An Lár with fiddles, flutes, penny whistles, guitars, octave mandolin, tenor banjo, accordion, concertina, and bodhran.
ROOT 2 MUSIC
BRUNCH N' BLUES
SUN, OCT 10th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
We are mixing it up this Sunday’s "Brunch N' Blues" with a Blues/Celtic duo you won’t want to miss! ROOT 2 MUSIC is the musical intersection of Deep South country blues and Celtic/Appalachian fiddle music.
David Frank (guitar, harmonica, vocals) and Nancy Reid (fiddle, vocals) perform traditional and original blues with a distinctive Appalachian flavor.
When David moved up to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia where the sounds of Nancy's fiddle had echoed for years, this duo formed an award winning musical partnership that blends down home slide and traditional fiddle. What results is a unique blend of two musical roots – Root 2 Music.
DARA JAMES
SAT, OCT 16th
6:30PM - 8:30PM
We are excited to welcome back Dara James, award-winning singer/songwriter who uses his formidable guitar, harmonica, and vocal skills who will present a variety of songs in the blues, folk, and classic rock genres along with, of course, original songs.
You may recognize Dara from the popular blues band in Central Virginia known as the Jon Spear Band, where his talent as a quadruple-threat musician has earned him generous praise, such as Friday Blues Fix calling him, “a blues star in the making…a gifted guitarist, singer, and songwriter,” and Professor Johnny P. calling him “a ‘guitar wizard’ who can easily get an audience up on its feet just by the strength of his playing.”
Dara, alongside the Jon Spear Band, has opened for national acts such as Chris Duarte, The Iguanas, Junior Brown, Delbert McClinton, and many others. He has also competed in the 31st, 33rd, and 35th International Blues Challenge.
With a new solo recording project entitled, “Her Light,” in dedication of his late daughter, Everly Margaret Rose, that just released September 1st, 2021, we are super stoked to introduce you to Dara and his amazing talent this Sunday!
KIM & JIMBO CARY
CELTIC SUNDAYS
SUN, OCT 17th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Spend your Sunday enjoying brunch and mimosas while soaking in the angelic sounds of Celtic folk music at the historic Osceola Mill.
Kim and Jimbo play celtic airs, jigs and reels on guitar, mandolin, tin whistle, fiddle and bouzouki. Their music reflects the strong connection between Scotch Irish immigrants and the old-time music of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Carys have been fortunate to have studied and jammed with Mick Moloney, Liz Carrol, Seamus Eagan, and other great Irish musicians. Kim & Jimbo were also members of Mandelay, central Virginia’s first celtic band, and played on the group’s two recordings.
SO DIVERSE
SAT, OCT 23rd
6:30PM - 8:30PM
So Diverse is a quartet featuring Sean Henderson, Becky Wells, Nora Berger and Scott Berger.
Scott and Sean have been playing and writing music together since the late 90s. With the addition of Nora and Becky, the band covers a wide range of music genres.
Artists such as Chris Stapleton, Randy Travis, Fleetwood Mac, Matchbox Twenty,Hootie and the Blowfish, Lynard Skynard, and Stone Sour influenced the band and are covered regularly.
Plus the band is currently in the process of releasing their first album of originals.
THE OLD FAVORITES
CELTIC SUNDAYS
SUN, OCT 24th
11:30AM - 1:30PM
Spend your Sunday enjoying brunch and mimosas while soaking in the angelic sounds of Celtic folk music at the historic Osceola Mill.
Jim (fiddle, mandolin) & Phyllis Gaskins (mountain dulcimer, bodhran) studied with the “old masters” in Appalachia, Ireland, Boston, and Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, while Steve (banjo, tenor banjo, fiddle) & Rae Kasdan (keyboard, tin whistle) studied Irish music in the Catskills, Ireland, and the Blue Ridge Irish Music School.
Together they will be performing old traditional music, Ireland, and Scotland and look forward to sharing their songs and experiences with you.
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