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Westhampton Field of Dreams with The O-Tones full band!

Westhampton Field of Dreams with The O-Tones full band!

08/07/2026    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Westhampton Field of Dreams with The O-Tones full band in a beautiful outdoor setting! In case of inclement weather, the concert/dance will be across the street in Town Hall. There will be fun mix of music for listening and dancing at this wonderful concert series behind the Westhampton Library. You’ll hear fun vocal harmonies and soaring solos on guitar, piano, and saxophone with a grooving rhythm section. Mary Witt (vocals & bass), Ann Percival (vocals & guitar), John Caban (lead guitar & vocals), Ben Kohn (vocals & piano), and Joe Fitzpatrick (drums) are joined by special guest saxophonist Charles Langford. Charles had his photo on Times Square this year, you can ask him!

 

Spencer MA power trio library show

Spencer MA power trio library show

08/13/2026    
6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Richard Sugden Library

Spencer MA power trio library show. Thanks to Spencer & MA Cultural Council grants, The O-Tones Power Trio will play in Spencer at the Richard Sugden Library from 6 to 7:15. Come join the fun with Swing, Soul, Blues, Latin, and more. With Mary Witt (sultry vocals & bass), Ben Kohn (swinging vocals & piano), and John Caban (soulful guitar), your feet will be tapping.

 

O-Tones Jazz Dinner Bascom Lodge Mount Greylock

O-Tones Jazz Dinner Bascom Lodge Mount Greylock

08/15/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bascom Lodge

O-Tones Jazz Dinner Bascom Lodge on Mount Greylock. Mary Witt (sultry vocals & bass) and Coleman Hovey (piano) return to the highest point in MA to play jazz for dinner in this beautiful historic lodge. Jazz standards will fill the room while dining on a Prix-Fixe menu with a beautiful view. Arrive early to enjoy the grounds.

7pm One Seating, Reservations Needed. $70.00 per person. Call: 413-743-1591 to reserve in this intimate setting.

The O-Tones jazz duo at Eric Carle Museum

The O-Tones jazz duo at Eric Carle Museum

08/27/2026    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Eric Carle Museum

The O-Tones jazz duo at Eric Carle Museum with Mary Witt (sultry vocals & bass) and Bob Ferrier (swingin’ guitar).

On Thursday evenings throughout the summer, the Museum stays open late from 4–8 pm for Sunset Thursdays, a special summer tradition that brings the community together for lively, inter-generational evenings of art and live music. As the sun begins to set, the grounds come alive with live outdoor jazz performed by local musicians curated by Northampton Jazz Festival along with artists of all ages drawing together, hands-on art activities, story-times for all ages, local food vendors, and more.

Sunset Thursdays take place every Thursday evening July 2–August 27. All events are held outdoors (weather permitting) in Bobbie’s Meadow, nestled within the Museum’s beautiful 100-year-old orchard. In case of rain, programs will move indoors to the Museum’s “Jazz Café.”

Relax on the lawn, explore the galleries, and enjoy the creative energy of the season!

Order food to-go from area restaurants, or bring your own. Feel free to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs. Check out our picnic partners. We’ll be hosting local food trucks periodically throughout the summer.

To get into the summer spirit, check out The Carle Bookshop’s Summer Road trip bundles!

Private senior show Springfield grant

Private senior show Springfield grant

08/28/2026    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Private senior show Springfield grant. The joint will be jumpin’ and swingin’ with The O-Tones. Mary Witt (vocals & bass), Ann Percival (vocals & guitar), Ben Kohn (vocals & piano), Jon Weeks (sax) and John Caban (guitar & vocals) will serve up some Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitzgerald, Smokey Robinson, Nina Simone, Eddie Floyd, Louis Armstrong, Peggy Lee, and more for this senior center. We love playing here and are grateful to Springfield & MA Cultural Council for the grant.

Dear Ella private event

Dear Ella private event

08/30/2026    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dear Ella looks forward to a return to play for this wonderful group of people in Easthampton! Book your private party now for beautiful vocal harmonies with guitar, banjo, ukelele, bass, and percussion.

Annie Patterson, Mary Witt, and Ann Percival are “Dear Ella”, a trio from Western Massachusetts whose repertoire includes Folk, Swing, Blues, Americana, Gospel. The band’s name, inspired by Ella Fitzgerald, is a nod to the many women singers who have inspired them. Singing in harmony is something these three highly accomplished musicians have been doing their whole lives. Now, as “Dear Ella”, Ann, Mary & Annie bring their individual musicianship and talents together to form a dynamic trio. Come sing with them, dance to their songs, and enjoy their uplifting and beautiful harmonies with guitars, ukelele, bass, snare drum, percussion, and banjo. Peace, love, and social justice are strong themes throughout their repertoire and mission, bringing people together through harmony and understanding.

Dear Ella lunch music at Amherst Survival Center

Dear Ella lunch music at Amherst Survival Center

09/04/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Amherst Survival Center

Dear Ella provides lunch music at Amherst Survival Center. “Tunes @ Noon” is a music program hosted by Amherst Survival Center. The program is supported in part by local cultural councils which in turn are supported by MA Cultural Council. It’s open to the public.

Annie Patterson, Mary Witt, and Ann Percival are “Dear Ella”, a trio from Western Massachusetts whose repertoire includes Folk, Swing, Blues, Americana, Gospel. The band’s name, inspired by Ella Fitzgerald, is a nod to the many women singers who have inspired them. Singing in harmony is something these three highly accomplished musicians have been doing their whole lives. Now, as “Dear Ella”, Ann, Mary & Annie bring their individual musicianship and talents together to form a dynamic trio. Come sing with them, dance to their songs, and enjoy their uplifting and beautiful harmonies with guitars, ukelele, bass, snare drum, percussion, and banjo. Peace, love, and social justice are strong themes throughout their repertoire and mission, bringing people together through harmony and understanding.

Private BBQ party MA with 6-piece band

Private BBQ party MA with 6-piece band

09/07/2026    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

The O-Tones are thrilled to be invited back to this annual BBQ party in central MA. The 6-piece group always enjoy playing for the party-goers as well as a farm full of goats, sheep, ponies, alpaca, chickens, and more!

Deerfield Library show with Power trio

Deerfield Library show with Power trio

09/09/2026    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Tilton Library

Deerfield Library show with Power trio thanks to a Deerfield and MA Cultural Council grant. Come hear music in the newly renovated Tilton Library at 6:30 pm! With a fun mix of Swing, Blues, Soul, Latin, Motown, and more, you’ll tap your toes and maybe even sing along. Mary Witt (sultry vocals & bass), Ben Kohn (swinging vocals & piano), and John Caban (soulful guitar & vocals) combine their talents for an uplifting show of songs about love and peace and hope.

 

Granby MA picnic & concert The O-Tones full band

Granby MA picnic & concert The O-Tones full band

09/17/2026    
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dufresne Park

Granby MA picnic & concert The O-Tones full band!

Reserve your box lunch for a small fee and stay for the music or just come for the music if lunch isn’t convenient.

This full 6-piece band show will be in Dufresne Park in Granby, MA and there is even a rain location nearby if needed! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy end of summertime in this lovely spot with fun music. Lunch is 12 – 2, mostly seniors. Music is 2 – 4 pm.

 

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Live Shows with the best of New England Swing Bands!   The O-Tones, a hot New England Swing & Motown band, appeals to all ages. With lots of soul, they’ll melt your hearts & get your feet dancing. The O-Tones band has been playing for events in New England since 1990 & is a dynamic entity. They are considered by many to be of the best swing bands New England.  Over their lifespan, various singers & instrumentalists have lent their talents to the band’s fun & professional Swing, Motown, Blues, & Soul sound.

The basic New England Swing Band is 6-piece with three singers, sax, guitar, piano, bass, & drums, but this talented group performs regularly in many forms, ranging from duo to the full 6-piece and even a 14-piece big band! They can play for weddings, parties, dances, fundraisers, & other events. Perfect music for your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, as well as dancing! They have many happy clients to recommend them.

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Mary Witt | mewitt@gmail.com | 413-584-8760

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