3 hours
Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery
Starting at USD 2
Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm (GMT-04:00)
Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery
72 Main Street, Meredith, United States
About the show:
On Thursday, September 11th, Hermit Woods Winery will welcome dynamic traditional folk duo Alex Cumming & Audrey Jaber to The Loft Listening Room stage as part of the Loft Living Room Sessions hosted by local singer-songwriter Katie Dobbins. This intimate evening of music and conversation makes guests feel like these artists are right in their own living room while enjoying a nice night out, including a full menu and delicious wine. Tickets, which include a complimentary pre-show wine tasting, range from $12 to $18 and are available on the Hermit Woods Winery website or for purchase at the door.
The evening will begin with a brief opening set by award-winning New Hampshire artist Katie Dobbins, who will then invite Alex and Audrey to join her on the couch for a couple of songs and a conversation about their work. The evening will culminate with a highly anticipated performance by our acclaimed guest artists.
About Alex Cumming & Audrey Jaber:
Alex Cumming (Bellwether, Red Case Band, The Teacups) and Audrey Jaber (Free Raisins, Wake Up Robin, Gaslight Tinkers) are a dynamic duo in the traditional folk music scene, known for their captivating performances and deep-rooted passion for folk traditions.
Together, Alex and Audrey create a unique and engaging traditional music experience. Their collaboration blends Alex’s traditional singing and rhythmic accordion playing with Audrey’s lively fiddling, resulting in performances that resonate deeply with audiences. Audrey played fiddle on Alex’s debut solo album, “Homecoming,” released in 2024 and the duo are working on their debut duo record in 2025.
Recent notable performances include Club Passim, Monadnock Folklore Society, Folklore Society of Greater Washington, Folk Music Society of New York, Historical Tea & Dance Society, Halsway Manor, Cecil Sharp House, Circle Left, BACDS Fall Frolic, and as guest artists in The Christmas Revels at Sanders Theater. In 2025, they embark on tours across California, the Pacific Northwest, the Northeast US, and renowned UK festivals, including the Sidmouth Folk Festival, Broadstairs Folk Week, and Whitby Folk Week.
Their partnership is celebrated for its ability to connect with audiences through passionate and authentic performances, making them a beloved duo in the traditional folk music community.
“A wonderful celebration of traditional folk song, dance music and the traditions of England and the US” - Review from The Spirit of Progressive Rock
www.AlexCummingMusic.com
www.AudreyLeighJaber.com
About Katie:
Voted Best Music Act - Solo in the 2025 Best of Lakes Region Awards, singer-songwriter Katie Dobbins seeks to share honest music that captivates listeners and brings light to the darkness. With a mastery of storytelling and the heart of a poet, this soulful songstress captures elements of life and relationships in ways that lift the spirit and challenge the soul. Her album There Is Light, produced by multi-award-winning producer Sean McLaughlin of 37' Productions, was awarded Album of the Year at the 2021 Limelight Music Awards. Her single There’s a Light, mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Jeff Lipton, was featured on Spotify’s Editorial playlist. Her music has been featured on prominent radio stations like The River and “Boston’s Hottest Country,” with host Carolyn Kruse raving “Sweet but bold, Katie’s voice is reminiscent of one of her heroes, Jewel, but only deeper… A fearless spirit with a gentle touch.” Dobbins’ latest single Grateful is an uplifting ballad written in a moment of pure awe and wonder. The track was mixed and mastered by Emmy-nominated producer Brian Coombes of Rocking Horse Studio (NH).
katiedobbinsmusic.com
A Listening Room Experience
Hermit Woods is excited to bring talented artists from New England and beyond to perform for you. Each performance will provide you with an intimate, up-close, and personal experience with the performing artists. We ask our audience please refrain from talking during the featured show. Your silence will allow the artists and the audience to immerse themselves in the experience, which is not otherwise possible in larger, noisier environments.
Doors open at 5:30 pm for a complimentary wine tasting. The Loft Doors open at 6:00. We encourage you to arrive early for our wine tasting and enjoy food and wine before the show. The kitchen will close at 7:00 pm. When the featured artists takes the stage we will ask that the audience remain quiet during the performance. After the show, we invite you to interact with the artists and purchase any music or merchandise offerings if available.
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Tickets for Loft Living Room Session, Hosted by Katie Dobbins can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| Ticket Type | 21 USD |
| Ticket Type 2 | 15 USD |
| $2 Donation to the artist | 2 USD |
| $5 donation to the Artist | 5 USD |
| $10 Donation to the Aritists | 10 USD |
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