Square to Square Outdoor Concert Series: Breakin' Strings at Congress Square Park

Our Square to Square Outdoor Concert series is put on in partnership with Friends of Congress Square Park and located at Congress Square Park in downtown Portland!

This series is FREE and supported by our generous sponsors: Northern Light Mercy Hospital and the State Theatre!

Breakin’ Strings is a New England-based bluegrass band, started 18 years ago. After a 10 year hiatus, they are back and better than ever. Led by Cliff Gelina, and backed by some of New England’s finest musicians, featuring Cody Howe, Sam Acus, Amanda Gelina, Steve Petterson, and David Bevins. They have a hard-driving bluegrass sound that brings people to their feet. They will also blow you away with their strong ballads and tight harmonies. The musicianship in this group will keep you dancing with a smile on your face. This versatile group brings a great show you won’t want to miss. Breakin’ Strings had their debut album released in September of 2022 which was recorded in (Studio A) at the legendary Blackbird Studios in Nashville, TN. They also performed at the 2022 IBMA Ramble Showcase. BREAKIN’ STRINGS released Their most recent single in 2023 called “Stones”. Breakin’ Strings will be recording more original tunes this year, working on their new Album, “Home Grown”.

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