Friday, April 4, 2025
Pressing Strings
Experiencing Pressing Strings live is like stepping into a warm current—steady, soulful, and deeply immersive. Their music flows effortlessly, blending rich grooves, soaring melodies, and harmonies that feel both fresh and familiar. Each performance is alive, as the songs unfold the soul in real-time.
Friday, April 18, 2025
The Bandit Queen of Sorrows with Clovers Curfew
The Bandit Queen of Sorrows returns to Gallery Stage for another captivating performance! Known for her haunting voice, poetic lyrics, and deep emotional storytelling, she takes audiences on an introspective journey through love, loss, and resilience. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music and soul.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Dirty Grass Players
The Dirty Grass Players fuse high-energy pickin’, soaring harmonies, and boundary-pushing bluegrass, blending tradition with fearless innovation. Their electrifying sound bridges the gap between classic and progressive, delivering an unforgettable, genre-defying performance.
Friday, May 16, 2025
Kindred Valley
Kindred Valley is returning to Gallery Stage with their signature blend of folk-rock melodies, soulful harmonies, and heartfelt storytelling. Known for their powerful performances, they promise an unforgettable evening filled with rich acoustic sounds and emotionally resonant songs that connect deeply with listeners.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
House of Hamill
House of Hamill is a trio blending Celtic tradition with modern folk-rock. They craft intricate harmonies, energetic fiddle tunes, and creative reimaginings of folk songs. Their albums, like Wide Awake and Folk Hero, showcase dynamic storytelling, and they are a favorite at major festivals worldwide.
Saturday, June 7, 2025
The High & Wides
Get ready for a high-octane night as The High & Wides bring their blend of bluegrass, rockabilly, and roots revival to Gallery Stage—soaring harmonies and mountain music with a modern twist! This is roots music reimagined, and you won’t want to miss a beat.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Hackensaw Boys
The Hackensaw Boys fuse bluegrass, folk, and punk energy into a raw, high-octane roots sound. Known for their driving rhythms and handmade “charismo” percussion, they bring an electrifying, foot-stomping intensity to every performance, blending tradition with a modern, rebellious spirit that keeps audiences moving.
Friday, June 27, 2025
The Close
The Close, /klōs/ fuses Americana, contemporary folk, roots, and country with a commercial pop sensibility, creating a sound that's both familiar and fresh. Their genre-blending melodies and stellar harmonies have been described as 'a mesmerizing wall of sound coming straight at you.'
Friday, July 25, 2025
Sam Morrow
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Gallery Stage as Sam Morrow brings his gritty, groove-driven sound to Cumberland. Blending the raw edge of Southern rock with the soulful swagger of outlaw country, Sam's music is a road trip through the heart of American roots.
Friday, August 1, 2025
McLain Family Band
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame members and recipients of the International Bluegrass Music Association's Distinguished Achievement Award, the McLain Family Band has become internationally known as one of the most spontaneous, creative and spirited groups performing original and traditional bluegrass music.
Friday, August 8, 2025
Rhinestones & Rust
Experience the dynamic fusion of classic and contemporary country music with Rhinestones & Rust. This Nashville-based duo, comprising acclaimed artists J. Marc Bailey and Jeneen Terrana, has been captivating audiences with their authentic performances.
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Mama Said String Band
Get ready to stomp your boots, clap your hands, and lose yourself in a rip-roarin’, high-octane night of bluegrass brilliance as Mama Said String Band returns to Gallery Stage with their their foot-stompin’ jams and powerhouse harmonies.
Thursday, August 21, 2025
The Wild Hymns
Listening to Wild Hymns is like stepping into a sacred forest at dusk—mystical, intimate, and deeply alive. Their music weaves together ambient folk, dream-pop, and poetic lyricism, creating an experience that feels both otherworldly and profoundly grounded.
Friday, October 10, 2025
Megan Bee
Megan Bee brings her soulful storytelling and Americana-folk charm to Gallery Stage. With raw, heartfelt lyrics and a deep love for the land, her music captures the essence of wanderlust and home.
About Gallery Stage
Our venue
Gallery Stage is a bespoke music venue within the Ferleman Gallery, thoughtfully designed to elevate acoustic performances. This intimate space harmonizes the visual and performing arts, offering artists and audiences a unique experience where music and artistic ambiance come together in perfect synergy.
Our history
Since the 1890s, 9 North Centre in Cumberland, Maryland, has been a cornerstone of downtown, with a rich history that includes serving as Bernstein's Furniture Store until 1981. Redeveloped in 2006 as an arts destination, it is now home to the Ferleman Gallery, which includes the Gallery Stage—a premier live music venue seamlessly integrated into the gallery's dynamic artistic space.
