Hiroya Tsukamoto - Sunday April12, 2026 at 2pm
A Journey Through Strings and Stories

Admission $20 in Advance Buy Now on My River Tickets
Admission $25 at the door

Hiroya Tsukamoto is a Japanese-born fingerstyle guitarist who moved to the United States in 2000 to attend the Berklee College of Music. Needless to say, he’s not only a dizzyingly agile fingerpicker, but a soulful and transcendent performer, with compositions that combine instrumental guitar work with lyrical performance and spoken stories from his life. Tsukamoto has been recognized for his talents on stages such as at Blue Note in New York City, NHK Television, International Storytelling Center and United Nations, and by scoring second place at the International Fingerstyle Guitar Championship both in 2018 and 2022.

Jonathan Charles Fox - Operation: Jonathan
Saturday April 18, 2026 - 7pm

An evening of personal storytelling with Jonathan Charles Fox and That Dog Named Gidget

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Admission $25 at the door - seating is limited, one night only

“I’ve talked about broken dreams in the past” Fox says, “and broken promises, broken spirits, broken hearts and even some broken dishes. But stories about broken bones? I don’t think I’ve shared any of those before. I have more than a few and I’ve got the scars to prove it!”

Known for his rapport with an audience, Fox is looking forward to appearing at the Arts Nest for the first time. “It’s an intimate room and I like that” he says. “Think of it as a conversation amongst friends” he says “One in which I do most of the talking.”

Craig Bickhardt, Legendary Singer Songwriter
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 07:00pm

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Admission $25 at the door

Craig Bickhardt is a journeyman singer-songwriter and performer with a career spanning five decades. He signed his first record deal at 19 and has since recorded 11 CDs for multiple labels including Capitol-Liberty Records, Warner Brothers Records, MTM Records and his own Stone Barn Records label. His latest critically acclaimed CD, Outpourings, reached #2 on the Folk/Americana Chart in 2023.

Craig's songwriting is praised for its emotional depth and literary lyricism. His original song catalog contains over 800 songs, some of which have been covered by Johnny Cash, Ray Charles, Alison Krauss, Kathy Mattea, Art Garfunkel, Nicolette Larsen, the Judds and B. B. King. He also wrote and sang the closing theme for 1984’s multiple Academy Award winning film Tender Mercies starring Robert Duvall and Tess Harper.

Scott Palermo - Sunday April 26, 2026 at 2pm

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Admission $20 at the door.

Scott Palermo is a retired educator who has always had music in his blood. Scott's brother took guitar lessons in high school and hated them. Scott picked up his guitar and said, "What can I do with this?". He is self-taught and brings to his music the rich folk tradition of the sixties and seventies. Scott takes that flavor, exemplified by influences such as John Prine, Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, and John Denver, and blends it with more contemporary folk artists and his own original compositions to create a program that is musical, historical, and pleasing to audiences of all ages. Join him on a musical journey that will bring joy to your heart, pleasure to your ears, and a lift to your spirit. Scott's album "Scott Palermo Covered and Uncovered" is available on all streaming platforms, and CDs will be available for sale at the concert.

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“Creative Process Workshop” with Carol Castel
Fri evening May 1 - Sun morning May 3, 2026

$150 Buy Now on My River Tickets.

Creative Process for Singers and Actors

Where voice, story and characters meet.

Join Stage Director Carol Castel in this inspiring and energizing workshop designed to immerse performers inside their creative and artistic selves. Thorough exercises, games and discussions, participants will explore techniques to bring authenticity and emotional truth to the stage. This is what performing is all about.

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Richard Faschan, Clumsy Fingers
Saturday May 9, 2026, 7-9pm

Doors open 6:30pm

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$25 at the door

Richard Faschan (a.k.a. Clumsy Fingers) is currently working on his fifth album of audience favorite tunes titled, “God Made an Angel Ev’ry Time He Made a Fool.” Rich is pleased to announce that one of the venues at which he will be promoting the release of his latest album will be The Arts Nest in Lake Huntington, NY on May 9, 2026 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Known for his well-crafted lyrics, concise storytelling, and self-deprecating sense of humor, Rich is a seasoned singer-songwriter who has had a wide selection of his songs aired on area radio stations. His diverse catalog of time-tested songs, soothing vocals, and vivid imagery, has caused listeners to liken him to a varied cast of their favorite performers, including Gordon Lightfoot, James Taylor, Roy Orbison, Chris Isaak, Bob Dylan, and Pete Seeger. Rich’s songs are honest, heart-warming, sometimes thought provoking, and always enjoyable. His music is available on Amazon, YouTube, and Apple Music under the band name “Clumsy Fingers.”

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Joe Jencks - Saturday, May 16, 2026, 07:00pm

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Admission $25 at the door

“The spirit of Folk music is people working together. Joe is a fantastic singer who carries on the traditions.” -Pete Seeger

Joe Jencks is a 25-year veteran of the international folk circuit, an award-winning songwriter, and a celebrated vocalist based in Chicago, IL. Merging conservatory training with his Irish roots and working-class upbringing, Joe delivers engaged musical narratives filled with heart, soul, groove and grit.

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