Since 2005, Lydia’s Cafe has earned the reputation for bringing top-tier jazz musicians in from around our area and NYC every Saturday night, presented in an intimate, friendly environment.
Excellent Food! “Best duck in the Hudson Valley”
Reservations are recommended and instead of a Cover charge, we suggest a minimum $20 donation.
Saturday, October 17, 7-10pm -Friends
Originally scheduled as Jimmy Madison & Friends, Jimmy’s health has taken a dramatic downward turn and will not be able to play.
Rather than cancel the evening, we are proceeding as scheduled with acclaimed drummer Graham Hawthorne filling in for Jimmy.
The evening is dedicated to our dear friend Jimmy. Our thoughts and love go out to him and his wife, Sylvia during this difficult time.
Graham Hawthorne – drums
Tim Regusis – piano
Tarik Shah – bass
Peyton Pleninger – saxophone
Absolutely killer musicians all. Between them, they’ve recorded/toured with Patti Austin, Ruben Blades, David Byrne, Celia Cruz, Chuck Mangione, Donna Summer, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Bon Jovi, Beyoncé, Kid Rock, Willie Nelson, Betty Carter, Ahmad Jamal, Abbey Lincoln, Art Taylor, etc.
Saturday, October 24, 7-10pm -Amir Halfon Quintet
Drummer, percussionist and composer Amir Halfon has the privilege of bringing together some the most talented, expressive and soulful Jazz musicians of the Hudson Valley, collaborating on modern interpretations of Jazz standards as well as original material, blending influences from several genres and styles that defy classification.
Amir Halfon – drums & percussion
Ron Horton – trumpet
Tim Regusis – piano
Wayne Tice – saxophone
Robert Kopec – bass
Saturday, October 31, 7-10pm -Circular Jazz
Bob Meyer – drums & cymbals
Peyton Pleninger – sax
Joel Harrison – guitar
Robert Kopec – bass