What we’re about
A house concert is an event hosted in a private home. Typically a host will book an artist and invite friends over. Guests are asked to contribute a donation (typically $15-$20, but check each event for the specifics), and usually asked to bring a snack to share. Sometimes the music is unplugged, sometimes a small-ish PA is used if the room is larger. Crowds can be from 20-200, depending on the house. Some are in the living room, in the basement, or in the backyard. Each House Concert series has its own personality and we encourage you to explore them all.
That depends on the series. Some hosts like to book folky, singer-songwriter types, others prefer blues, bluegrass, Celtic, Jazz, Classical - check out the series to see what they like to book.
We understand your hesitation, and many people are a bit uneasy about their first concert, but I can assure you that House Concert hosts are some of the most welcoming, friendly people you'll find. They do it for the love of the music - the hosts make no money from their expensive hobby. Mostly they want to give a venue to their favorite artists.
Yes, each House Concert series has their own set of rules you must follow. When you RSVP, you should expect that they'll want some identifying information on you. For example, they'll want your real name, and either an email address or phone number. They're inviting you into their home and giving you their address, it's the least you can do. Some ask for donations up front, to minimize the impact of no-shows. Others will ask you to bring a snack, or BYOB. Check the description of the event or series for more rules or guidelines.
