About this Event
Friday Night Swing featuring Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band
Live at the Hudson Candy Factory in Troy, NY
Philly based Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band will be in Upstate NY for their Summer 24 Tour with one night only in Troy on Friday June 21. Swing music and dance in a 19th century factory with views of the Hudson River!
Doors 6PM//Lesson 7:30PM//Show 8PM
Beginner Dance Lesson included with ticket
Swing DJ for all band breaks
Limited seating available
All ages event
Full cash bar for those 21+
About the Band:
www.thefairweatherband.com
In October 2012, vocalist Chelsea Reed brought five of her friends together to play some tunes in a South Philly dining room. Her plan was to form a band that played for swing dancers, so she could finally have the chance to sing her favorite songs for an audience that loved the music of Bessie Smith and Billie Holiday as much as she did. Since that fateful day, she’s been living that dream and couldn’t be happier about it.
Now, Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Five are at home at swing dances, jazz clubs and concert halls alike. They have played renowned Philadelphia venues and travel the country year round to perform at music festivals and Lindy and Blues exchanges and workshops. They have had the honor of sharing the stage with trumpeter Terell Stafford and trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, who is featured on their 2017 release Spreadin’ Rhythm Around. Their 2020 release, Carolina Lullaby showcases original songs steeped in jazz, blues, and folk traditions where Reed’s vocals and swing musicality shine.
When not composing, the band loves exploring the roots of jazz and finding creative ways to interpret forgotten songs. Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Five draw upon the intensity of powerhouse vocalists, the ingenuity of 20th century composers, and the soul of the dance floor. They are silly, passionate people who love playing this music. And that’s all there is to it.
About the Venue:
www.thehudsoncandyfactory.com
The Hudson Candy Factory is a double-certified Historic Structure. Built in 1798, it is one of the last remaining original working structures on the storied River Street in downtown Troy, NY. It first housed Thompson Drug, which prospered during a 100-year tenure. The building then became the Wustefeld Candy Warehouse (hence our name!) until the company relocated to Green Island. A few owners later, our gaze fell upon it. We refurbished the space with historic integrity, blending its industrial vibe with softer elements reminiscent of the Victorian era and Troy’s “Gilded Age”. Exposed brick, hardwood floors, and views of the Hudson River enhance the charming ambiance of our unique venue.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hudson Candy Factory, 161 River Street, Troy, United States
USD 22.00