The Thistles +1 in Concert – Sunday July 19, 2026, 5 PM
West Stockbridge Village Congregational Church, 45 Main St., West Stockbridge, MA
Terry Keevil, oboe and duduk (Armenian oboe); Gerold Mohn, Clarinet; Lesley Rosenthal, electric violin; Jaye Alison Moscariello, vocals; Bill Taylor, Piano. Music composed by Bill Taylor, Paul McCandless, and others. Bill writes contemporary classical, influenced by jazz and show tunes, inspired by nature, love, outer space, and current goings on. Tickets $25 at the door (opens 4:30 PM) or venmo. Call 707-272-1688 or email edibleland9@gmail.com for information.
The Thistles in Concert – Saturday July 25, 2026, 4-6 PM
Berkshire Botanical Garden, 5 West Stockbridge Rd. (Rte. 102), Stockbridge, MA
Terry Keevil, oboe and duduk (Armenian oboe); Lesley Rosenthal, electric violin; Jaye Alison Moscariello, vocals; Bill Taylor, Piano. A mix of largely nature-themed jazz, songwriter, and compositions by Bill Taylor and others. Tickets or info https://www.berkshirebotanical.org.
The Thistles in Concert – Sunday October 4, 3 PM
Sandisfield Arts Center, 5 Hammertown Rd., Sandisfield, MA
Terry Keevil, oboe and duduk (Armenian oboe); Lesley Rosenthal, electric violin; Jaye Alison Moscariello, vocals; Bill Taylor, Piano. Music composed by Bill Taylor, Paul McCandless, and others. Bill writes contemporary classical, influenced by jazz and show tunes, inspired by nature, love, outer space, and current goings on. Tickets at the door (opens 2:30 PM) or visit https://sandisfieldartscenter.org.
More about the July 19 concert (with a little help rewriting by Leo, Brave Browser’s AI):
The Thistles Plus One Concert – Sunday July 19, 2026, 5-7 PM
West Stockbridge Village Congregational Church, 45 Main St.
An Evening of Contemporary Classical & Jazz-Inspired Melodies
Experience the evocative compositions of Bill Taylor, a composer whose music blends contemporary classical with jazz, show tunes, and the rhythms of nature and love. Join Bill on piano alongside a stellar ensemble:
Jaye Alison (Vocals), Terry Keevil (Oboe & Duduk), Gerold Mohn (Clarinet), Lesley Rosenthal (Electric Violin)
The evening features intimate duo, trio and quartet arrangements from Bill’s three albums, a selection of standards, solo highlights (including Terry’s moving duduk piece), and a premiere poem by Lesley Rosenthal.
About the Artists:
This gathering of talent brings together decades of professional excellence. Terry Keevil brings thirty years with North Shore Pro Musica and the Manhattan Chamber Orchestra. Gerold Mohn serves as principal clarinetist for the Holyoke Symphony. Jaye Alison’s vocals have been featured in Bill’s concerts for over a decade and she is a celebrated visual artist. Lesley Rosenthal, a Juilliard executive and founder of the rescue effort for the Afghanistan National Institute of Music, delivers powerful electric violin performances. Bill Taylor, a local farmer and radio host, anchors the group with his unique, nature-inspired compositions.
Event Details:
- Time: Doors open at 4:30 PM. Includes a 15-minute intermission and a brief reception afterward
- Tickets: $25 at the door or reserve in advance via Venmo, PayPal, or check (pick up at Will Call).
- Cause: A portion of all proceeds supports the West Stockbridge Food Pantry.
- Merch: Music CDs available for purchase.
- Reservations: 707-272-1688.
Don’t miss this unique fusion of art, music, and community support.
