About this Event
Experience an evening of exceptional music, delicious food, and fine wine in our intimate and relaxed setting
- Doors Open and Dinner Served at 6:00
- Dinner Service Closes & Show starts at 7:00 PM (Drinks & Dessert served during show).
About the show:
Chris Mega - Piano
Taylor O'Donnell - Vocals
Paul Bourgelais - Guitar / Bass
Craig Fahey - Drums
Join us for a rare and exciting evening as Chris Mega, the talented sound engineer who has helped shape The Loft’s magic from day one, steps out from behind the board and onto the stage!
While you may know Chris as the man behind the mix, he’s also an accomplished pianist who’s graced our Saturday night piano series with style and soul. Now, for one special performance, Chris will be joined by a full jazz quartet for an unforgettable evening of live music.
From smooth jazz standards to energetic interpretations and grooves of more modern pop classics - tunes made famous from likes of Chick Corea to Joni Mitchell. This is your chance to experience The Loft in a whole new way—with the man who helped build its sound, bringing his own.
This is one you won’t want to miss. Last year's show was sold out!
Chris Mega - Piano
Chris has been playing piano since age 9, having won numerous piano competitions, and participated in student jazz festivals. Originally a music major at the University of Miami, Chris later switched to Computer Engineering and graduated from the University of Massachusetts.
Never letting go of playing, Chris has been a jazz and classical player and teacher for decades. As Board Chair and Executive Director of the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra (LRSO) in Meredith, NH, Chris has had the privilege of performing Gershwin, Grieg, and Rachmaninoff as featured soloist with the Orchestra. Chris composed several original arrangements for the orchestra as well.
Fast forward through a variety of careers, Chris teamed up with Hermit Woods Winery to perform, and to provide booking and engineering services - and the opportunity to rub elbows with top-tier musical talent.
Taylor O'Donnell - Vocals
Known for her exploratory use of vocal timbre, Taylor O’Donnell uses roots in R&B, folk, jazz, rock, and classical music training to communicate her musical dialogue. Currently, Taylor serves as Associate Professor of Voice at Berklee College of Music and Contemporary Voice Instructor at Phillips Exeter Academy, and teaches private voice lessons in South Berwick, Maine.
Her experience ranges from studio recordings and demo work, to performing as a soloist with symphony orchestras. Currently, Taylor can be seen performing with Vintage Vocal Quartet, the electronic duo Novel/Novella, in duo settings with wizard pianist Mike Effenberger, and with her jazz rock trio with James Clark and Chris Klaxton.
Paul Bourgelais - Guitar and Bass
A guitarist, educator, and composer based in New Hampshire, Paul is known for his extensive work in jazz, classical, and funk music.
Paul is a versatile performer who maintains a rigorous schedule of 150–200 dates per year.
He is a staple of the New England jazz scene, frequently leading the Paul Bourgelais Trio at venues like the Library Restaurant in Portsmouth. He's performed with Tiger Okoshi, Philip Hamilton, Capitol Jazz Orchestra, Big Joe Burrell, Krimson Krewe NOLA band, Sheila Jordan and Delfeayo Marsalis.
Craig Fahey - Drums
Craig Fahey is a multi-genre pianist, drummer and DJ from Bedford, NH, known for his engaging performances and arrangements of contemporary, pop, rock and jazz standards.
Craig is also a music educator and the founder/owner of Master’s Music Academy, his community music school located in Bedford, NH. He taught at the Manchester NH Community Music School and various public, private schools and institutions throughout NH.
His mix of piano, drums and DJing has provided him the opportunity to perform at a variety of venues around the country: Scullers Jazz Club – Boston, Hard Rock Café - NYC and The Roxy in LA to name a few. Craig can be seen performing at both public and private events throughout New England.
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.
The Loft Doors open at 6:00 for dinner. 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.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main Street, Meredith, United States
USD 2.00 to USD 20.98
