Start up your summer with music in the high desert mountains! On Saturday, June 21, an all-day progressive celebration will lead you around Alpine’s small, walkable downtown, inviting you to join in the music making or just sit back and enjoy.
Make Music Alpine will serve up a full day of activities for listeners and players at any experience level!
Morning (9 a.m. – Alpine Visitor Center): Free harmonica workshop for beginners led by Donnie “Wind” Bason and Cyndi Perdue, founder of the Big Bend Bluegrass Festival. Harmonicas provided at no cost. The Off the Rails Band performs on the Visitor Center porch until noon. 106 N 3rd Street.
Afternoon (12-4 p.m. – Cow Dog): the Cow Dog food truck and café will hold one of their popular Open Mic events. Enjoy your lunch with short sets by some of Cow Dog’s favorite players, sign up to share some music of your own, or add some rhythmic flavor with an entry-level percussion workshop. 215 E. Holland Avenue.
Evening (4-7 p.m. – Amigo Sports Bar): Partake of air conditioning, cold drinks and a tempting menu at an indoor local music showcase featuring Tom Griffith and Wind (4 p.m.), The Swifts (5 p.m.), and Far West Texas Jammers (6 p.m.). 101 W. Avenue E.
Night (7-10 p.m. – The Ritchey): Community music circle in the historic Ritchey courtyard, hosted by songwriter Ross Fleming. All skill levels welcome. The courtyard in the shade of the historic Hotel Ritchey building is a magical place for music—as listeners can discover on almost any evening—and Alpine’s music circles are always a welcoming and safe environment for musicians at any experience level to share their favorite songs and join in with the other players as they feel comfortable. 102 E. Murphy Street.