Calliope: The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society

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Calliope: The Pittsburgh Folk Music Society

Calliope is a nonprofit organization that promotes and preserves traditional and contemporary folk music.

Calliope presents concerts, operates the Calliope School of Folk Music, and conducts a free educational outreach program for kids ages K-12. We have free community jams and events, and our other concerts cost from $12-$38, with special student rates ranging from $10-$20. Our concerts feature both outstanding local bands and national acts. Calliope's concerts are regularly featured as best picks an

d concerts of the year in the City Paper, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and the Pittsburgh Post Gazette.

09/03/2026

Due to potential weather conditions, we are postponing tonight's Tiger Maple String Bandconcert.

We will see you next Thursday, September 10 at 7:00PM!

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy

09/02/2026

Meet Stu!

It’s been a minute since Calliope’s had a harmonica instructor, so we’re very excited to welcome Stu to the team. You may recognize him from his work with The Grubbs (with fellow Calliope instructor, Ben) and The Turpentiners. Did we mention he just got back from a weeklong harmonica convention in St. Louis?

Visit calliopehouse.org/school for course descriptions and registration information.

08/25/2026

By purchasing a subscription, you’re supporting Calliope’s mission to promote and preserve contemporary and traditional folk music. We appreciate that support, and want to show our gratitude. Throughout the season, Calliope subscribers have access to other free and discounted opportunities in and around the Pittsburgh area. It’s just a small way for us to say thank you.

This perk applies only to those who subscribe for the full season. Visit our website (www.calliopehouse.org) to learn more about the artists and venues, and to purchase your subscription.

08/24/2026

Did you know that when you subscribe to the Mainstage season, you’re unlocking access to other free Calliope concerts? We want to make sure you have enough live music in your life, so when you buy a subscription, you’ll receive one free ticket to each of Calliope’s Local Folk shows at the Roots Cellar, and one free ticket to a single Calliope Ramblin’ Folk show at the Roots Cellar.

This perk applies only to full-season subscribers. Visit our website (www.calliopehouse.org) to learn more about the artists and venues, and to purchase your subscription.

08/21/2026

Purchasing a subscription to the 2026-27 Mainstage season doesn’t just guarantee you a seat to 5 amazing concerts; it guarantees you a preferred seat to 5 amazing concerts!

This year, our partner venues are reserving select rows for Calliope subscribers to ensure you have a great view of the performance. This perk only applies to those who subscribe to the full season. Visit our website (www.calliopehouse.org) to learn more about the artists and venues, and to purchase your subscription.

#26-27season

08/20/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Calliope’s Mainstage series will take place on three of Pittsburgh’s finest stages!

Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild will host:
Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light on October 10
Tony Trischka’s EarlJam on February 27

New Hazlett Theater will host:
Meredith Moon on November 14
Alysha Brilla on April 17

SongSpace at First Unitarian will host From China to Appalachia on March 20 (no change)

You have yet another reason to subscribe to Calliope’s mainstage series–subscribers will have reserved seating in preferred sections in all venues. This benefit is in addition to free tickets to Roots Cellar shows and other free and discounted opportunities throughout the season.

Thank you for your patience over the past few weeks as we looked for new homes for our shows. A great way to show your support for Calliope is to purchase a mainstage subscription. Come along with us on this musical journey!

08/14/2026

We're wrapping up our Under the Tent at Schenley Plaza series with the best of the best, Tiger Maple String Band! Stop by the big white tent at 7:00PM on September 3.

This quintet draws its inspiration from a variety of different musical directions, with old-time Appalachian tunes as a central focus. Join us for an evening of fiddle tunes, mountain ballads, murder ballads, coal-mining songs, and beautiful originals guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on its audience.

As always, these shows are free to attend and we'll be accepting tips for the band. Bring you family and friends (maybe even a dog!), some snacks, and you're ready to go!

08/12/2026

Check out this lineup for the fall term at the Calliope School of Folk Music!

This semester we're offereing fan favorites like Appalachian Dulcimer and Beginning Old Time Jam, and we're excited to launch some new courses like Guitar 1/2: Gillian Welch "Revival" 30th Anniversary, and Harmonica!

On top of that, we are also offering course bundles, which means you can plan ahead and sign up for certain classes in the winter and spring terms. This is a great way to dedicate time to an instrument and build on the skills you learn in beginner level courses- plus you're saving 10% off the regular price!

Th fall term begins on September 28/29 and ends on November 16/17 at Wi******er Thurston. Visit calliopehouse.org for course descriptions and registration.

Address

5001 Baum Boulevard Suite 696
Pittsburgh, PA
15213

Telephone

+14123611915

Website

http://www.calliopehouse.org/

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