Upcoming events
Betty Jo Dominick and Friends
We are an eight-piece New Orleans style band covering classic dance tunes from Louis Prima and Louis Jordan to Ray Charles, Billie Holiday, Latin grooves, and originals.
The band features a horn section with two saxophones, trumpet and trombone, washboard, drums, guitar, keyboard bass, and vocals led by Betty Jo Dominick.
Small Town Rodeo
Small Town Rodeo wrangles a perfect mix of bluegrass, outlaw country, classic rock, americana and newer roots music to please cowboys and city slickers alike. Rich vocal arrangements breathe life into old favorites, and twangy tunes you know by heart go down smooth as a cool beverage in the afternoon sun. Like many of the unexpected pleasures of life in a small town, this isn’t something you want to miss out on.
Dapper Tramps
Dapper Tramps
Though both Phil and Steven have been playing music for longer than they care to admit, this acoustic duo recently combined efforts to bring a blended style rooted in folk, jazz, blues, and bluegrass. The Dapper Tramps song selection is a combination of familiar and original, instrumental and lyrical, and offers an alternate perspective on the eclectic genre known as Americana.
Annie Stokes
Annie's music combines traditional country and folk song structure with modern lyrical sensibilities, and her live shows invite audiences into a front-porch conversation about life with biting commentaries about parenthood, heartbreak, and hope.
GootGenuG
The Charlottesville jazz scene, full as it is of truly world-class musicians, thankfully makes room for a group of average joes exploring the improvisational stratosphere in what spare time they have. The members of GootGenuG (pron. “goot genook”) come from a variety of professional backgrounds, as well as musical ones, and this diversity makes for a combination of sonic personalities that produce many interesting musical conversations. They came together originally in 2019, performing mostly at backyard barbecues at one another’s homes. In spring 2023, after a number of lineup changes over the years, they made their way out of the backyard and into the coffeeshops, breweries and wineries of western Albemarle, and continue to bring their music to whomever will listen.
Norbert Leitinger - guitar
Pablo DeLaLoza - piano, keyboards
Jeff Young - saxophones, flute, EWI
Hartwell Gary - bass
Ethan Walker - drums
Sally and Brian Music
Sally and Brian are an acoustic duo from Virginia, known for their eclectic blend of R&B, jazz, and classic rock. They often perform as a duo but occasionally expand to a trio or larger ensemble, depending on their friends' availability. Their performances are characterized by warm vocals, tasty guitar licks and a mix of genres that appeal to a broad audience.
Jeff During Trio
A blues and soul musician known for his electrifying guitar skills and a voice that’s raw, soulful, and unmistakably his own. A veteran of the Iraq War, his music carries the depth of experience, and storytelling.
Lucas Mason Band
Lucas Mason is an acoustic and electric musician that reimagines songs from the 70's to today with a unique and rhythmic tenacity. He's been behind a guitar for over 20 years and playing live music for over a decade. Recently, he formed the band The Coconuts, a power trio with Alex Knox (Bass), and Peter McNeil or Greg Mallick on drums, and is preparing an EP of original music. Lucas plays the mid-Atlantic region and lives in Leesburg, VA.
Ashleigh Chevalier
Ashleigh Chevalier brings her own firey blend of soul-infused country and rock tunes.
Josh Mayo and the House Sauce
Josh Mayo and the House Sauce is a musical group led by Virginia native Josh Mayo, a singer, songwriter, and performer who has been active in the Charlottesville music scene for over 20 years. The band is known for their energetic live performances in various venues throughout Central Virginia.
The band’s musical style is influenced by a range of genres, and Mayo’s versatility allows him to perform both solo and with the full band. Their live shows incorporate elements of local music, which they’ve performed at venues like Vision BBQ, The Southern, and The Jefferson
Jen Tal Band
Jen Tal Band w/ Jay Pun and Houston Ross opening
With a sound that seamlessly weaves together elements of soul, R&B, and jazz, Jen captivates audiences through both her original compositions and inventive mash-ups of familiar favorites.
Hallie Grace
Hallie Grace is a pop singer-songwriter based in Nashville, TN. Her songwriting is regularly inspired by artists such as Sara Bareilles, Maggie Rogers, Kacey Musgraves, and Taylor Swift. She writes songs that make people feel good, whether they’re studying in their bedroom or blasting music in the car with the windows down. Her music blurs the lines between carefree and reflective, nostalgic and fresh. Sharing her music with audiences of all shapes and sizes means the world to her, and she pours her heart and soul into every project and performance.
Jen Tal Band w/ Jay Pun and Houston Ross opening
Jen Tal Band
With a sound that seamlessly weaves together elements of soul, R&B, and jazz, Jen captivates audiences through both her original compositions and inventive mash-ups of familiar favorites.
Sound Machine
With over 30 years of experience, The Sound Machine, is a motown, modern, funk and jazz band in a class by itself.
The Greenhorns
The Greenhorns are a 7-piece Charlottesville band blending New Orleans funk, jump blues, R&B, and a touch of jazz. Featuring an all-star lineup from longtime local bands and a full horn section, they’re stepping out of the rehearsal room and onto the stage.
Summer Sip Series
Come enjoy The Birdcage’s Summer Sips, featuring wines from Josh Cellars and Fleurs de Prairie Rosé. Enjoy free tastings, sip by the glass, or grab a bottle to enjoy here or take home.
John Kelly
John Kelly is a Charlottesville-based singer-songwriter with over two decades of solo acoustic experience. Known for his soulful voice and insightful originals, he’s a fixture on the Central Virginia music scene. His latest album, In Between, produced by Rusty Speidel, spans themes from modern life to love and family. His earlier release, Brighter Days, was produced by acclaimed musician Rob Mathes.
Eli Cook
Eli Cook is a Virginia-born bluesman whose bone-shaking growl, masterful guitar work, and genre-blending style have earned him national acclaim. Drawing on influences from Son House to Soundgarden, he delivers authentic, soulful performances that bridge traditional blues with rock, Appalachian, and grunge. He has shared the stage with legends like B.B. King, Johnny Winter, and Gary Clark Jr., and continues to evolve his craft through solo shows, workshops, and roots music collaborations. Expect a powerful mix of raw blues, heartfelt originals, and reimagined classics that push the boundaries of the genre.
CCWEP Member Happy Hour
Join us for a lively CCWEP Happy Hour on Wednesday, September 10th from 5:30–8:00 PM at The Birdcage at Mockingbird—a vibrant outdoor hideaway perfect for a late-summer gathering.
Tucked beside Mockingbird and across from The Local, this colorful tiki-inspired space sets the perfect scene to unwind, connect, and celebrate with fellow wedding professionals. Enjoy cocktails from the tiki bar, soak in the laid-back vibe, and mingle under the string lights as we raise a glass to community and collaboration.
With fun details, bold décor, and great company—this is one happy hour you won’t want to miss!
Sugar Hollow
Sugar Hollow is an acoustic trio from Charlottesville, Virginia comprised of Emily Morrison (vocals/piano/banjo), Rusty Speidel (vocals/guitar), and Mike Burris (vocals/guitar/mandolin). The trio plays folk and Americana music from artists like Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Brown, John Hiatt, John Mellancamp, and Gillian Welch. Sugar Hollow is known for tight three part harmonies, exceptional musicianship, and a curated set of familiar favorites as well as original music.
Labor Day Texas BBQ Pop-Up
Labor Day Texas BBQ Pop-Up at The Birdcage
Get ready to celebrate Labor Day the Texas way! Our chefs have spent countless hours perfecting the art of true Texas BBQ—smoking brisket low and slow, pulling tender chicken and pork, and bringing all the bold, smoky flavors straight to your plate. They’ve even traveled to some of Texas’ most legendary BBQ joints to pick up insider secrets, so you know it’s going to be good.
On the menu: smoky beef brisket, tender pulled pork, and juicy quarter chicken plates—served by the pound or stacked high on sandwiches with slaw. Pair it with sides like cornbread, fries, slaw, street corn, savory beans, and creamy mac & cheese for the ultimate backyard feast.
Join us at The Birdcage, 3–9pm, for a day filled with mouthwatering BBQ, ice-cold drinks, lawn games, and laid-back fun. Whether you’re here for the brisket, the pulled pork, or just the good vibes, this Labor Day pop-up is the perfect way to kick back and celebrate with friends.Join us at The Birdcage, 3–9pm, for a day filled with packed plates of mouthwatering BBQ, ice-cold drinks, lawn games, and laid-back fun. Whether you’re here for the brisket, the pulled pork, or just the good vibes, this Labor Day pop-up is the perfect way to kick back and celebrate with friends.
The Spud Nuts
Morgan Moran-drums, lead vocals
Tim Clark-sax, vocals
Danny Beirne-keys, lead vocals
In January of 2025, Danny Beirne, who had just relocated from Las Vegas to be closer to his longtime band Skip Castro’s home base, heard and saw Morgan Moran (The Falsies, Rock’n’Roll Cannibals) play drums and was duly knocked out. They quickly formed The Spud Nuts with the addition of Tim Clark (The Baby Jos, Pinetop Perkins) on sax.
Their sets burst with danceable energy, covering swing, blues, country, rock, pop, oldies, and originals performed with gutsy abandon. These guys always have fun playing together, and they have an irresistible toe-tapping style that infects their audience and a tongue-in-cheek stage banter that will surely put a smile on their listeners’ faces.
Blue Healer
Rock and roll / blues band from Charlottesville, Va. Blue Healer celebrates the electric blues and late 60's and 70's rock and roll, moving from smoldering cool to downright rowdy. (Think: Rolling Stones, Freddie King, The Allman Brothers Band....)
Summer Sip Series
Come enjoy The Birdcage’s Summer Sips, featuring wines from Josh Cellars and Fleurs de Prairie Rosé. Enjoy free tastings, sip by the glass, or grab a bottle to enjoy here or take home.
David Haught
Southside Virginia-based alt-country singer David Haught melds rock 'n' roll, Americana, bluegrass, and honky-tonk influences into a self-described "Different Kind of Country" that, above all, stays true to its straightforward storytelling roots.
“Lost and Found” Featuring Luke Foster and Sid Blake
With over 40 years of experience between the two of them, singer-songwriters Sid Blake and Luke Foster are excited to offer their latest collaboration “Lost and Found.” With a nod to the classic ballads that you all know by heart, they’ll be bringing songs old and new (with a few originals sprinkled in) to sculpt a scene that can only be formed with two mics, a piano and a guitar.
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Happy Hour
The Birdcage is celebrating local educators with half-off drinks for all Charlottesville and Albemarle school staff. Just show your school ID or proof of employment and enjoy a well-deserved happy hour.