Concerts

These six Vermont musicians focus on the sound and repertoire of Louis Armstrong’s All Stars of the 1950’s and 1960’s.

Enjoy an informal cabaret-style evening featuring a fine jazz quartet of clarinet, concert grand piano, double bass, and drums! Relax at your own table while the quartet performs all-time favorite music from the Great American Songbook.

Vermont’s premier big-band swing/dance group. Swingin’ for over 40 years! Their appearance is always a popular event in the hot venues across Vermont.

New York City concert pianist Sohyun Ahn returns to Island Arts for the fourth year with another beautiful program. Sohyun Ahn has been described as “an absolute master” by the New York Concert Review, and as an “amazing pianist” by the Classical New Jersey Society

Vermont musician Colby Crehan, former vocalist and songwriter for the Bluegrass Gospel Project and Possum Haw, reunites with Possum Haw bandmates for the new 5-piece acoustic project Marsh Lights.

Enjoy this cozy setting and listen to some great Blues & Americana music

Mango Jam Vermont: Family barn dance. Boogie on the Bayou - the Zydeco and Cajun sounds of Louisiana! Rain or Shine. Its infectious beats and great sound will get your feet moving

This ensemble of local musicians features music of the Baroque, tango, and opera, played on the oboe, clarinet, and bassoon. Experience the Calamellus Trio in an intimate chamber concert that brings rich, layered sound to our island community. This is the first appearance of Calamellus at the Island Arts Summer Arts Festival.

Bring your own instrument and join the fun of jamming with others, led by music teacher and performer Tony Pietricola.

The Ken Clark Organ Trio has been performing around New England, the eastern U.S. and internationally for 15 years. This is their second appearance at the Island Arts Center.

Skylark is an innovative contemporary string ensemble. Influenced by the Nordic, Celtic, and American regions, Skylark challenges the boundaries between classical, folk, and modern idioms, creating music for all audiences. "Irresistible flair, and undeniable beauty".