Concerts

Tallahassee Senior Center’s popular Lunchtime Coffeehouse Concerts showcase a variety of accomplished musicians in a warm and friendly atmosphere.  Whether you’re a fan of folk, blues, or something in between, our concerts will provide the perfect lunchtime escape.

Whether you bring your own lunch or pre-order a catered meal, take the time to unwind in the middle of the day and enjoy some great music. We bring you a mid-day break that’s both relaxing and entertaining.

For concert questions, please contact Ruth Nickens: email Ruth.Nickens@talgov.com phone 850-891-4042

Avis Berry with Bill Peterson
Mon., July 22, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

The dazzling Avis Berry, Tallahassee’s jazz vocal powerhouse, at TSC Coffeehouse Concerts! Avis has played with a multitude of other artists and bands, and has recorded and travelled the world with her music, including a debut this year with the Count Basie Orchestra! The spontaneous nature of jazz is what lights her up, and here is your chance to  bask in her light.  She will be accompanied by esteemed pianist Bill Peterson, Professor of Music in Jazz Studies and Music Theory Composition at FSU.

$10 requested donation for concert. Enjoy Lucky Goat coffee. Feel free to bring your lunch.

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Passerine
Fri., October 11, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

You will love Passerine’s unique and ever-evolving version of Americana music, which occupies a zone somewhere between modern folk, progressive bluegrass, and what is loosely called “Americana.”  Founded by Singer/songwriter Carmela Pedicini (“Radio-Free Carmela and the Transmitters”) and David Brain (Dobro), they recruited violinist Sara Stovall – who has stretched her wings as a vocalist and a songwriter in her own right – and Doug Conroy (bass, vocals) – who earned his Passerine wings on their 6,000 mile “Northern Loon” tour.
Passerine has been featured on stages and festivals statewide, nationally, and internationally.

$10 requested donation for concert. Enjoy Lucky Goat coffee. Feel free to bring your lunch.

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Jeff Black
Monday, November 4, 11:00 am

Nashville’s Jeff Black has been voted one of the most important folk artists of the last 25 years. Many of his songs have received Grammy recognition, and he has also been recognized as a musical pioneer of the digital age. His songs have been recorded by many musical legends, including Alison Kraus, Waylon Jennings, John Oates, and Dirks Bentley, to name a few.  Jeff is a master songwriter and performer in the tradition of the great storytellers, and his passionate, soul driven performance is not to be missed.

$10 requested donation for concert. Coffee by Lucky Goat. Feel free to bring your lunch. Pastries available for donation.

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The Little Mercies
Thur., December 12, 11:00 am

Enjoy a holiday inspired concert! The Little Mercies are a folk trio of three singing, songwriting multi-instrumentalists, Bronwyn Chelete, Rosalee Walsh, and Shanice Richards. The three friends found each other through Tallahassee old time music scene, and have quickly become a phenomenon in the Florida folk music scene.  Their sound is pure magic.

$10 requested donation for concert. Enjoy Lucky Goat coffee. Treats provided. Feel free to bring your lunch.

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