{ MUSIC }

The Market Stage presents a musical feast of more than 75 shows by some of the area’s best blues, rock, jazz, soul, country, world, and contemporary artists. And of course, it wouldn’t be a “holiday” market without some of your favorite seasonal standards.
Check the YouTube Channel to see postings of the performances after they have premiered Live on the Market Screen.

Opening Kick Off

12-2PM

Featuring Mayor Bowser and other special guests

The InFluence

5-7PM

{ R&B Go-Go } Live Cover Musical Performances / R&B / Funk / POP

The 19th Street Band

12-2PM

{ FOLK ROCK, AMERICANA } This high energy band brings old school instruments and a modern twist to folk, rock, and country tunes

All In Band

2:30-4:30PM

{ R&B, GO-GO } All electronic R&B and Go-go!

Carly Harvey

5-7PM

{ BLUES, JAZZ, SOUL } Vocalist Carly Harvy leads the ensemble on blues standards, originals, and bluesy arrangements of top 100 songs

Capital Blend

12-2PM

{ A CAPPELLA, HOLIDAY } Capital Blend sings a huge repertoire of music, from classics and oldies, to crowd-pleasers and today's hits

Lilt

2:30-4:30PM

{ IRISH, STEP DANCERS } Lilt plays captivating Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes, with spirited step-dancers adding to the excitement

The Gayle Harrod Band

5-7PM

{ BLUES, SOUL, MOTOWN } Blues, Soul, and R&B with strong instrumental performances and rich vocal harmonices

Tritone Jazz Trio

12-2PM

{ JAZZ } An enthusiastic trio that loooves playing Latin, swing, bebop, ballads, and wonderful holiday tunes

Swingology

5-7PM

{ ACOUSTIC GYPSY JAZZ } Swingology is a DC-area band performing hot jazz, bossa nova, manouche, swing and traditional jazz

Flo Anito

12-2PM

{ JAZZY POP } Classically-trained musician Flo Anito brings wry humor to her thought-provoking jazzy pop songs

(*canceled due to weather) Ian Walters & Friends

5-7PM

{ UPDATED CLASSICS } Ian and his talented crew deliver crowd-pleasing, soulful blues, rock, swing, and country tunes

The Steven Gellman Trio

12-2PM

{ FOLK, AMERICANA } Insightful original songs and homespun stories that provide a soul-warming folk rock respite in a busy, chilly world

The Lovejoy Group

5-7PM

{ JAZZ, HOLIDAY } Vocalist Karen Lovejoy fronts this versatile ensemble serving up jazz, blues, and Latin rhythms

Bill Baker Band

12-2PM

{ ORIGINAL ROOTS AMERICANA } Bill Baker reflects influences from across America's musical heritage in classic and original songs

The Sweater Set

2:30-4:30PM

{ FOLK POP } This duo navigates the ironies of life, accompanying their gorgeous vocal harmonies on an array of instruments

Stacy Brooks Band

5-7PM

{ BLUES, JAZZ } Blues diva Stacy Brooks dazzles with her powerhouse, honey-toned vocals and engaging personality

DC Mudd

12-2PM

{ OLD SCHOOL BLUES } Veteran musicians with rich vocal harmonies, award-winning DC Mudd doesn't stray far from real deal blues

The Grandsons

2:30-4:30PM

{ ROCKIN' AMERICANA } Winner of 15 WAMMIEs from the Washington Area Music Association, including Best Artist and Best Roots Rock Recording

Afro Nuevo

5-7PM

{ LITIN JAZZ } Afro Nuevo performs Latin jazz, cha cha, guajira, son ,and salsa with an Afro-Cuban influenced beat

Alpha Dog Blues Band

12-2PM

{ ACOUSTIC, BLUES } Roger Hart tears it up on harmonica and vocals, accompanied by his talented band

Sir Alan and the Calypso Ponzi Schemers

2:30-4:30PM

{ SWING, CALYPSO/CARIBBEAN } A classic calypso music trio who play calypsos from the two great hubs of calypso music—the Caribbean and New York City

Common Ground

5-7PM

{ JAZZ, BLUES } A tasteful blend of Jazz, R&B, and Soul for the most discriminating music lover

The Dave Chappell Trio

12-2PM

{ JAZZ, HOLIDAY, SWING }  Dave Chappell, one of the area's most respected musicians, plays blazing roots guitar

Runa Kuna

5-7PM

{ ANDEAN TRADITIONS } Playing panpipes and other traditional instruments, Runakuna's music transports audiences to the Andes

Janine Wilson and Arch Alcantara

12-2PM

{ AUCOUSTIC ROCK } Award-winning duo performing original roots rock/Americana music and well-loved covers and holiday favorites

X-49

5-7PM

{ ROCK & ROLL } Danceable rock & roll with a dash of blues and soul

Jim Stephanson Trio

12-2PM

{ JAZZ SONGBOOK, HOLIDAY } Jim brings authenticity, originality and joy to their own swinging mix of hot jazz, country blues and hokum

Crown Vic’s Weird World

5-7PM

{ GLOBAL GROOVES } Crown Vic spins the world and then some, with plenty of global grooves, b-side funk, and world soul cooked up in a genre called ‘Eclectico.’

Djangolaya

12-2PM

{ GYPSY JAZZ } Celebrating the music of Django Reinhadt and gypsy jazz, Djangolaya plays swing, bossa nova, tango, and more

Feedel Band

5-7PM

{ ETHIO JAZZ } Feedel is a Washington DC based Ethio-Jazz Band and has been performing as a self contained unit, as well as supporting Ethiopian artists

The 19th Street Band

12-2PM

{ FOLK ROCK, AMERICANA } This high energy band brings old school instruments and a modern twist to folk, rock, and country tunes

DJ Jazzfish

2:30-4:30PM

{ JAZZ, FUNK } DJ spinning Jazz, Funk, Downtempo, Disco, Soul, Electronic

Jill Fulton Band

5-7PM

{ CLASSIC ROCK, BLUES } Powerful and stunning vocals, Jill Fulton is a sweet and sassy songwriter

Yuletide Troubadours

12-2PM

{ HOLIDAY FOLK ROCK } Holiday folk rock

Lilt

2:30-4:30PM

{ IRISH, STEP DANCERS } Lilt plays captivating Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes, with spirited step-dancers adding to the excitement

Qilatsé

5-7PM

{ ETHIO JAZZ }  A platform featuring a blend of traditional Ethiopian melodies with jazz, funk, soul, and Latin rhythm

Smokin' Lounge

12-2PM

{ CPOP, ROCK, JAZZ } With a repertoire that spans six decades, Janna Audey and Rob Santos present classic rock, songs from the rat-pack days, and more

The Hula Monsters

2:30-4:30PM

{ HAWAIIAN SWING } American music from the western shore of the Aloha state of Maryland

Fast Eddie & the Slowpokes

5-7PM

{ BLUE-EYED SOUL }  The Slowpokes' playlist is inspired by Chicago blues,West Coast Swing, Motown, and old rock 'n' roll

Seth Kibel & Sean Lane

12-2PM

{ JAZZ, KLEZMER } Seth Kibel combines traditional Eastern European/Jewish music with diverse influences of jazz, classical, world beat, and rock

Nina Casey Trio

5-7PM

{ AMERICAN STANDARDS, BLUES } Nina Casey brings passion to American standards and sweet and visceral blues

Billy Coulter Duo

12-2PM

{ ACOUSTIC ROCK, AMERICANA } Billy Coulter blurs the line between roots rock and power pop on his award-winning original songs

The Lovejoy Group

5-7PM

{ JAZZ, HOLIDAY }  Vocalist Karen Lovejoy fronts this versatile ensemble serving up jazz, blues, and Latin rhythms

The Dave Chappell Trio

12-2PM

{ GUITAR ROOTS } Dave Chappell, one of the area's most respected musicians, plays blazing roots guitar

Ian Walters & Friends

5-7PM

{ UPDATED CLASSICS } Ian and his talented crew deliver crowd-pleasing, soulful blues, rock, swing, and country tunes

Music Pilgrim Trio

12-2PM

{ KLEZMER, JAZZ, WORLD } A wealth of experience and virtuosity with a fearless improvisational spirit

Djangolaya

2:30-4:30PM

{ GYPSY JAZZ } Celebrating the music of Django Reinhadt and gypsy jazz, Djangolaya plays swing, bossa nova, tango, and more

Afro Nuevo

5-7PM

{ LATIN JAZZ } Afro Nuevo performs Latin jazz, cha cha, guajira, son ,and salsa with an Afro-Cuban influenced beat

King Teddy

12-2PM

{ SWING, ROCKABILITY } King Teddy is a 5-piece combo that plays upbeat swing, jump blues and rockabilly. Covers of Louis Pr

DC Mudd

2:30-4:30PM

{ OLD SCHOOL BLUES } Veteran musicians with rich vocal harmonies, award-winning DC Mudd doesn't stray far from real deal blues

Stacy Brooks Band

5-7PM

{ BLUES, JAZZ } Blues diva Stacy Brooks dazzles with her powerhouse, honey-toned vocals and engaging personality

Blue Panamuse

12-2PM

{ BLUES, SWING } The band's sassy vocals and tasty licks bring a fresh approach to classic songs from the 1920s to today

The Capital Hearings

2:30-4:30PM

{ A CAPPEALLA } This vocal ensemble performs a variety of styles including classical, holiday, jazz, and contemporary pop

X-49

5-7PM

{ ROCK & ROLL } Danceable rock & roll with a dash of blues and soul

Cooking With Gas

12-2PM

{ FOLK, AMERICANA } Folk, Americana, Roots, Jazz, Blues, R & B

The Chance Club

5-7PM

{ CLASSIC, ACOUSTIC ROCK } Sounds of 80s keyboards and melodies combined with modern guitar and rock sounds

Driveway Jam Band

12-2PM

{ JAZZ } A new group of highly skilled professional jazz musicians brought together outside as a result of COVID and lack of gigs

Common Ground

5-7PM

{ JAZZ } A tasteful blend of Jazz, R&B, and Soul for the most discriminating music lover

Flo Anito & Seth Kibel

12-2PM

{ JAZZY HOLIDAY CLASSICS } Flo Anito and woodwind instrumentalist Seth Kibel team up to present jazzy holiday music

Feedel Band

5-7PM

{ ETHIO JAZZ } Feedel is a Washington DC based Ethio-Jazz Band and has been performing as a self contained unit, as well as supporting Ethiopian artists

Cooking With Gas

12-2PM

{ FOLK, AMERICANA } Folk, Americana, Roots, Jazz, Blues, R & B

Jill Fulton Band

5-7PM

{ CLASSIC ROCK, BLUES } Powerful and stunning vocals, Jill Fulton is a sweet and sassy songwriter

Seth Kibel & The Kleztet

12-2PM

{ JAZZ, KLEZMER } The Seth Kibel Kleztet combines jazz, classical, world beat, rock and other musical genres to create a unique and entertaining sound

Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines

2:30-4:30PM

{ ROCKABILLY, SWING, AMERICANA } Western swing, old country and some jump blues : Their influences include music from the 1940s thru the early 60s

Kentucky Avenue

5-7PM

{ MODERN AMERICANA } Kentucky Avenue brings rich and timeless harmony vocals to songs reflecting their classic country and rock roots

Karen Collins & Backroads Band

12-2PM

{ HONKY TONK, COUNTRY }  Backroads Band plays classic country boot scootin' two steps and buckle-polishing slow songs

The B-Sides

2:30-4:30PM

{ POP, ROCK CLASSICS, HOLIDAY } The group brings a passion for well-crafted classics from the 70s-80s-90s to family  

The InFluence

5-7PM

{ R&B, GO-GO } Live Cover Musical Performances / R&B / Funk / POP

Chord of Appeals

12-2PM

{ A CAPPELLA } CoA has performed at venues across the D.C. area, from schools and churches to the Smithsonian Castle and the White House

Janine Wilson Band

2:30-4:30PM

{ AUCOUSTIC ROCK } Award-winning duo performing original roots rock/Americana music and well-loved covers and holiday favorites

Fast Eddie & the Slowpokes

5-7PM

{ BLUE-EYED SOUL } The Slowpokes' playlist is inspired by Chicago blues,West Coast Swing, Motown, and old rock 'n' roll

Jim Stephanson

12-2PM

{ JAZZ SONGBOOK, HOLIDAY } Jim brings authenticity, originality and joy to his own swinging mix of hot jazz, country blues and hokum

All New Genetically Altered Jug Band

2:30-4:30PM

{ JUG BAND } Featuring novelty songs of the 20th Century, the jug band performs obscure oldies and lively original tunes

The Chance Club

5-7PM

{ CLASSIC, ACOUSTIC ROCK } Sounds of 80s keyboards and melodies combined with modern guitar and rock sounds

Alpha Dog Blues Band

12-2PM

{ ACOUSTIC, BLUES } Roger Hart tears it up on harmonica and vocals, accompanied by his talented band

Bill Baker Band

2:30-4:30PM

{ ORIGINAL ROOTS AMERICANA } Bill Baker reflects influences from across America's musical heritage in classic and original songs

Surf Jaguars

5-7PM

{ VINTAGE TUNES }  The Surf Jaguars play a variety “beach party” mix of Yacht Rock, Surf and Rockabilly, classic tunes that never die  

Maureen Andary

12-2PM

{ JAZZ, POP } Maureen Andary delights audienes with the humor, grace, and cabaret vocal stylings of yesteryear

Snakehead Run

2:30-4:30PM

{ ACOUSTIC BLUES } String and jug band music from the 20's and 30's up to modern day

The Continental Jazz Congress

5-7PM

{ JAZZ }  Latin-influenced Washington DC jazz quintet

Musalliance

12-2PM

{ TRADITIONAL FOLK, WORLD } Musalliance is an exciting new string duo offering virtuoso interpretations of classical, international, and folk favorites

Ravita Jazz

2:30-4:30PM

{ JAZZ } From jazz to classic rock, from blues to show tunes Ravita Jazz plays it all

Ian Walters & Friends

5-7PM

{ UPDATED CLASSICS } Ian and his talented crew deliver crowd-pleasing, soulful blues, rock, swing, and country tunes

Elena La Fulana

12-2PM

{ TRADITIONAL FOLK, LATIN } A Latin Grammy-nominated instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and leader of the DC-based bilingual Latin-folk band Elena & Los Fulanos

The Grandsons, Jr.

2:30-4:30PM

{ KIDS MUSIC } 4-time WAMMIE Winner! Voted "Best Children's Artist" FOUR TIMES by the Washington Area Music Association

Zeducus

5-7PM

{ ROOTS REGGA }  Zedicus is a reggae and world music artist based in the Washington DC area

King Street Bluegrass

12-2PM

{ SOUL, JAZZ } KSB delivers a kickin' acoustic mix of bluegrass, country, and folk music, with some spicy originals thrown in

Yuletide Troubadours

2:30-4:30PM

{ HOLIDAY FOLK ROCK } Holoiday folk rock

Carly Harvey

5-7PM

{ BLUES, JAZZ, SOUL } Vocalist Carly Harvy leads the ensemble on blues standards, originals, and bluesy arrangements of top 100 songs

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE AND SUPPORT OF THE DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY MARKET!