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Music, comedy offerings planned in central Maine

by Staff Report March 9, 2026March 10, 2026

The Femmes of Rock are set to perform Waterville concert, take in an Eileen Jewell show in Waldoboro, Irish folk band Boxty plans Bath performance and comedian Juston McKinney to entertain folks in Waterville.

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Portland Chamber Music Festival’s adventurous winter concerts keep audiences warm

by Steve Feeney February 25, 2026March 5, 2026

Now in its third year, the organization’s Winter Warmer concerts mix genres but keep some traditions.

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These Mainers are learning to play musical instruments later in life – and gaining unexpected joy

by Sophie Burchell February 18, 2026March 5, 2026

It is never too late to pick up an instrument for the first time, or after a long time away, say these Maine musicians.

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Lyle Lovett talks touring with John Hiatt, acting for Robert Altman and what he loves about Maine

by Aimsel Ponti February 16, 2026February 13, 2026

Lovett and longtime friend Hiatt will perform together in Waterville and Portland.

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A promise kept and a dream unfurling in Waterville | Column

by Amy Calder February 7, 2026February 9, 2026

Tim Hollis’ love of music has been the key to unlocking learning, allowing him to earn his diploma after being told for years he couldn’t do anything.

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Maine’s Amy Allen wins second songwriter Grammy

by Ray Routhier February 1, 2026February 3, 2026

Auburn-area native Colin Leonard also won for his work as the mastering engineer on “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” by Bad Bunny, which won album of the year.

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Mainer Amy Allen goes for Grammy repeat

by Ray Routhier January 28, 2026February 4, 2026

She grew up in Windham and made her first recordings while at Waynflete School in Portland. On Sunday, she’ll try to win her second consecutive Songwriter of the Year Grammy.