Canopy + the Roots

Queendom Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2024-10-19 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | the Roots
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A unique take of the “Songwriters in a Round” Showcase to the Gold City as we present “Roots in the Round.” Join us on Saturday, October 19th as Brianna McGeehan, Cat Littlepage, Denise Richman, Doctor Deathray, and Lorraine will be coming together in the intimate speakeasy listening room, better known as The Roots, as they weave through their stories of success, heartache, and everything in between behind their songs with the strings of authenticity playing a melody that will bring it all together for an unforgettable listening experience. Doors at 7PM, Show at 7:30PM.

Brianna McGeehan – A little over a decade ago, Brianna McGeehan dropped out of the Music Therapy program at a small college in Portland. It was in part a protest over the firing of the program’s director but also because she realized she just wanted to perform. …you either have to or you don’t.
Born in Oregon to a music teacher father, she began studying music around age 6, playing piano then violin, but it was singing that captivated her most. Harmony was a revelation. McGeehan knew she’d spend the rest of her life doing it. Her music studies have taken her to as far reaching places as India and Tanzania.
She was influenced by a grab bag menagerie: Lauryn Hill, Radiohead, The Cranberries… Dad’s Beatles, Aunt Kitty’s Irish folk tapes. Growing up in the 90’s in the Pacific Northwest, grunge was one of the building blocks of a healthy musical diet, but rainy afternoons also lent themselves to Beethoven on the piano.
Brianna picked up the guitar in her early 20’s and started writing songs. Moved to New York and played some gigs. Got pregnant and had a baby, returned to Portland and became a single mom. She wasn’t about to quit music though, so she put a band together with some friends from the Music Therapy scene. She let that go to join forces with Drew de Man – now her husband and musical partner – and the two formed a band, calling it Pretend Sweethearts. They spent the next few years touring the US and Europe playing their version of Americana, that was as poetic and political as it was spiritual. “Heart Hunters’ music might sound delicate on first listen, but it packs a heavy punch.” – No Depression
The pandemic kept her off the road, and almost off the stage entirely, while she and her man raised their two kids together and put their energy into community organizing. Now she’s got a whole new crop of solo material and it’s something of a departure from the old Americana sound. “I call it anti-americana,” she says. The new record is a realization of the vision she’s had since those first days in New York – a cocktail of powerful vocals and synth strings, traditional instruments and electronic beats and loops.
McGeehan has shared the stage with the likes of Allison Russell and Peter Case. Her voice – effortlessly powerful and delicately beautiful – resounds with the talent of a genius and the skills honed in rigorous vocal training. She is an activist and community organizer who feels called to do social justice work through music. She just might change the world. When you hear that voice, she’ll surely change yours.

Cat Littlepage – Born in 1996, Catherine is a lifelong Vocalist who had her start in Pre-K and Church Choruses consistently throughout 3-17 years of age in South Georgia and Rural Minnesota. She had a few instrumental seasons by age 12 in school bands, playing Alto Saxophone, Flute, and Violin. Throughout High School, she participated in multiple school Choirs every year, Womens’ Barbershop and Musical/One-Act Theater, as well as two seasons of Show Choir Camp at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. In her early twenties, she kick started her career as an independent working musician, teaching herself Ukulele (Soprano & Baritone) and Guitar with her own solo act as well as collaborating with Artists and Bands around greater Atlanta and Athens.
Catherine strives to pass on her refined vocal disciplines. As well as help her students understand and harness their unique voices. Specializing in Vocal Lessons, she will also be teaching Intermediate Soprano and Baritone Ukulele, Intermediate Guitar, and Basic Piano.

Denise Richman – Hailing from Roswell, GA, Denise Richman has arrived in the local music scene bringing in her own unique Southern vibe inspired by the Folk & Rock artists such as Tracy Chapman, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Patty Griffin, and more.

Doctor Deathray – Rad music for rad folks. Coming out of Ellijay, GA, Doctor Deathray brings her musical prowess and audio production abilities to the world!

Lorraine – Atlanta-based singer-songwriter Lorraine tells her stories of Life’s ups and downs in the hopes to inspire others through her words of loss, hope, and Love.

Artist Contacts
Brianna – briannamcgeehan@gmail.com
Cat – cathlittlepage@gmail.com
Denise – denisebanner@ymail.com
Violet – doctordeathray@analogrevolution.com
Lorraine – lfo0621@gmail.com

Die Laughing Comedy presents multi-comic standup LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:00
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Dahlonega GA! Die Laughing comedy comes to Canopy + The Roots showing off the best comedians from Atlanta. Don’t miss this once a month show hosted in the best speakeasy in north GA. Comedy shows feature comedians from The Laughing Skull Lounge. Punchline Comedy Club. Comedy Central. Don’t Tell Comedy. Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, HBO Max, Adult Swim, Dry Bar +, and more.

BLUES BRUNCH : soul food + soul sounds LIVE in the speakeasy
2024-11-03 13:00 - 15:00
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Performance of sheer talent the Canopy HOUSE BAND consists of local and regional artists: Betsy Franck, Jess Franklin, Stephen Spivey, & Carlton Owens.
Dine and delight in the sounds and soul of BLUES music LIVE in our lush, speakeasy.
Menu exclusive from the chef at Public House, Dahlonega Catering & Events; beer and wine, mimosa bar or bloody mary bar NOT included in general admission; these may be selected on-site.

BLUES BRUNCH : soul food + soul sounds LIVE in the speakeasy
2024-11-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-17 13:00 - 15:00
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Performance of sheer talent the Canopy HOUSE BAND consists of local and regional artists: Betsy Franck, Jess Franklin, Stephen Spivey, & Carlton Owens.
Dine and delight in the sounds and soul of BLUES music LIVE in our lush, speakeasy.
Uncommon and delicious menu exclusive from the executive chef at Montaluce Winery & Resturant; beer and wine, mimosa bar or bloody mary bar NOT included in general admission; these may be selected on-site.

Lauren Anderson and Amber Sweeney: Rock n' Roll with soul LIVE in the Roots
2024-11-22 19:30 - 21:00
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LAUREN ANDERSON performed a livestream from Nashville for Canopy + the Roots during the shelter-in-place and joins us again for her third show and a new release, “Stand Still”.
Lauren Anderson isn’t shy about sharing her influences. Indeed, there have been any number of classic and contemporary artists that have left an indelible impression on the musical mantra she’s pursued over the course of her career — Bonnie Raitt, Etta James, Eva Cassidy, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and the Pointer Sisters, among them. Yet, at the same time, Anderson isn’t bound to any particular parameters. Instead she’s managed to incorporate those influences into a pursuit of her own passion. It’s a musical journey that continues to flourish, bringing her growing recognition as a celebrated singer and songwriter with her own contemporary credence.
That trajectory has accelerated rapidly over the course of the past seven years with the release of three EPs — Do & Hope, The Game and Won’t Stay Down — and her first full-length album, 2015’s Truly Me. In the meantime, the accolades have kept coming. She was named the 2015 Female Vocalist of the Year by the Midwest Music Awards, took a first-place finish in the 2018 Wing Dang Doodle Competition and watched with pride as The Game became entrenched in the Top 50 of the Billboard Blues chart five weeks in a row.
The press took notice as well. Blues Blast Magazine described said of her, “Lauren has a strong voice with touch of grit.” Rhythm & Booze noted that she has “ a fabulous powerhouse voice you can’t ignore.” Another publication noted: ”With one foot planted in the territory of her influences and the other pointed in an unexplored direction, she straddles the border between blues, soul, and guitar-driven rock & roll, finding her own sound somewhere in the middle.”
Meanwhile, Anderson’s expanded her following while continuing to reap that critical acclaim. A determined dynamo of a performer adept at both blues and ballads, she’s ready to add to those accolades with her upcoming album Love On the Rocks, her most fully realized effort to date. Self-produced and due for independent release this summer, it will be preceded by four singles slated to appear each month prior to the entire album’s appearance in August — “Stand Still” (April), “Back to Chicago” (May), “Holdin’ Me Down” (June), and “Love On the Rocks” (July). Each offering finds her expounding on the soulful, seductive style that allows her to break down the boundaries between rock, blues and classic R&B.
Not surprisingly then, the new album fully reflects her own singular sound, courtesy of a varied set of songs that mostly draw from her own experience. Seven of the nine tracks were written during the pandemic, when Anderson claims she wrote a song a day for three weeks in a row.
“Keep On,” the first of the singles, is a wailing and riveting gospel-sounding entry. It was accompanied by a music video that included stark images of the pandemic: https://youtu.be/dMkF04TOUSo.
She describes the stoic yet soulful “Stand Still” as a more Americana-sounding song, but the message resonates as well. “It’s about what it feels like when you’re stuck and not going anywhere,” Anderson says. “Still, that’s okay when you’re there with someone you love.”
Anderson calls “Love on the Rocks,” a co-write with Sandy Ramos and Laureen Smith, a true collaborative effort. “I came up with the chorus, but then I got stuck so I brought it to those two ladies and together we finished the song,” she recalls. “Ironically, this was the last song I chose to include on this album, and when the band and I went into the studio, we had yet to run through it together at that point. I wasn’t sure how it would sound with the full band, but as soon as everyone started jamming on it, it came alive. I chose to make it the title track, and it quickly became one of my favorite songs on the album.”
The subtle yet sensual “Holdin’ Me Down” falls under the category of a break-up song. “I sent my guys an acoustic version, and when we got together to run through it before going into the studio, Hutch, my bassist, came with this badass guitar part,” Anderson explains. “It really solidifies the soulful 90’s-sounding R&B vibe that the song seemed to call for.”
Other highlights include “Back to Chicago,” a performance that combines Anderson’s robust vocals and a sassy, soulful strut with some ripping fretwork from special guest and guitar great Mike Zito. “I’m Done” and “Just F***ing Begun” are propulsive rockers that allow the energy to soar into the stratosphere. On the other hand, the easy sway of “The Way I Want” and the resilient resolve implied by “Your Turn” help provide a decided shift in tone and tempo.
“This album is very true to me,” Anderson reflects. “I was trying to consciously choose songs for this album that worked well together. I definitely feel like I pulled from some of my seminal influences and was able to find them a fit on each of these tunes.”
More about Lauren Anderson:
It’s hardly surprisingly then that music has been a vital part of Anderson’s life since early on. Born in Chicago, her interests were nourished by a family where music played an important part. She first delved into it at the age of eight when she began taking classical piano lessons. That, in turn, led her to sing in a choir and eventually undertake classical voice training while still in high school. After attaining a bachelors degree in music, she earned a Masters Degree in Music Therapy from the University of Kansas.
Following her graduation in 2012, she became a music therapist, working with children and at-risk youth. Yet while she relished the experience, she began to realize that live performance was her true calling. She briefly considered becoming an opera singer, but quickly decided that the world of popular music was more suited to her style. At first she performed solo, but later she shared her talents with a band. Then, after recording a pair of singles at the iconic Ocean Way Studio’s on Nashville’s famed Music Row, she decided to make a permanent move from Kansas City to Music City in 2017. She now tours full time and continues to make music with an energy and enthusiasm that’s fully invested in the new album.
Amber Sweeney is an engaging singer-songwriter who enchants audiences with her soulful voice and heartfelt stories. Her music has been featured in popular TV shows like Queen Sugar, One Tree Hill, and Life Unexpected. Newly based in Nashville, she regularly performs with the Song Suffragettes, has been semi-finalist for Tennessee’s Songwriter Week, and is a two time semi-finalist for the International Songwriting Competition. Amber’s music empowers and captivates, leaving a lasting impact on listeners worldwide. For more: www.theambersweeney.com.
Amber Videos:Bluebird Cafe, Nashville: https://youtu.be/oZ7YbXfPVlY?si=2wYGkBb8UL3POcjzListening Room, Nashville: https://youtu.be/4gVpfx-y2lU?si=5IdQhiGW0LXXk02QMicrosoft Theater: https://youtu.be/pc22Tb7sRk0
Intimately connect to both artist and venue in our lush, speakeasy-style, 100 seat listening room. Hear the stories behind the all-original songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches.
Doors open at 7:00pm; show starts at 7:30pm; balcony seating with table service available for add-on; table seating with limited availability on main floor. Locally-sourced craft beer and wine available for purchase.

Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2024-11-23 19:30 - 21:30
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Join us on Saturday, November 23rd for the final Roots in the Round of 2024 as Danielle McLean, Freeman Leverett and Perfect Animal will be taking the stage sharing their respective journeys through song and the stories behind them in Dahlonega’s most intimate musical spaces. Doors at 7:00pm and Show at 7:30pm.
Danielle McLean With the mantra of “Sing, Dance, Love, and Live,” Peach State-based songstress Danielle McLean has set many stages ablaze with her powerful yet soulful voice and uncanny stage presence from her days with the Atlanta Institute of Music as a student to many venues throughout metro-Atlanta. With influences from the likes of Joni Mitchell, Alanas Morrissette, Zach Bryan, Danielle has emerged as one of the breakout local artists within the last few years since her solo debut “Best Friends for Life” to her most recent release, “Slowly Killing Me.” Danielle continues to be an artist to watch in the indie music scene as her music and performances brings nothing but Love, Laughter, and Light to all.
Freeman Leverett Composer and producer Freeman Leverett crafts exuberant and dreamy compositions with unforgettable melodies and heartfelt lyrics, celebrating the bittersweet nature of life and love and delivered through timeless vocals shining above an unrelenting rhythmic sound. Recently featured in the Flagpole Athens Music Highlights of 2023, Freeman has emerged as a uniquely captivating artist whose sincere and hypnotic performances have been transporting audiences and inspiring carefree dancing and loving celebration.Owing to over a decade of dedicated collaboration in local and international music scenes, Freeman draws on a rich tapestry of inspiration including Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, George Harrison, Caetano Veloso, Marvin Gaye, A.R. Rahman, Kahauanu Lake, and I Gusti Komin Darta. The Athens-based composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist has also performed in countless local and internationally touring groups such as Convict Julie, Floral Portrait, Bichos Vivos, Muuy Biien, Chandra Natha, Aquatic Soul, Delorean Gray, David Newman and more.He studies qawwali tabla in the Punjab gharana with Aminah Chishti (Fanna-Fi-Allah), in the lineage of legendary Dildar Hussain (Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan) and Allah Rakha Qureshi (Ravi Shankar). Freeman is also a student of Balinese gamelan master I Gusti Komin Darta (Çudamani) in the styles of Gong Kebyar and Gender Wayang, and was the instructor of the Gong Kebyar ensemble of the University of Georgia.Freeman also regularly produces music for a variety of productions in film, theater, visual art and performance art, working with creative entities such as Primetime Theater Fest, The Athens for Everyone Podcast, and St. Martin-Reyes Productions.
Perfect Animal is an Atlanta-based indie rock band embracing both acoustic and electric music. Currently promoting songs off their recently-released debut LP, “Soft Applause,” Perfect Animal can suit any environment and always make an emotional impact on the listener.

James Corbin : Country-Americana LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-06 18:30 - 20:30
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James Corbin is a combat veteran, storyteller, and prolific songwriter. He released four albums “Dichotomy,” “Dahlonega Days,” and “Live From the Hoag Auditorium” while in college. Shortly after 9/11 and graduation, he went into the U.S. Army as where he deployed to Iraq three times. Those combat tours were the impetus behind his record, “From Baghdad to Bisbee” which comprised songs he wrote while there.
“Where the Roots Raise the Road” was released in 2024 and is another great collection of witty, challenging, and authentic songs about life, love, loss, and our place in this world.”
“James is a captivating performer. He is a master at engaging a crowd and drawing them in. His songs move you to tears. They also make you laugh hysterically. Most importantly, they always make you feel more human and understood. A live show with James is a true experience into the mind, heart, and humor of a truly gifted storyteller.” Molly Kummerle, critically acclaimed DJ, vocalist, and jazz artist.

Intimately connect to both artist and venue in our lush, speakeasy-style, 100 seat listening room. Hear the stories behind the all-original songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches.
Doors open at 6:00pm; show starts at 6:30pm; VIP lounge or balcony seating with table service available by contacting events@canopyandtheroots.com .

Broken Cloud Machine and soup :: Garage Punk LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-07 20:00 - 22:00
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Broken Cloud Machine is a garage punk band from Gainesville Georgia and multi-instrumentalist Calvin Truelove’s primary musical project. Starting out as a bedroom experiment using a 4-track cassette, Calvin began writing music under Broken Cloud Machine with their first record, “What Will the Moon Say?” released in 2018. The original lineup has changed over the years with Calvin’s spirituality and inspirations leading him into a harsher, rock-driven sound that demands attention. As Calvin puts it, “I never found God in the beginning but then I met the Devil. And after getting to know Satan personally, I decided whose side I wanted to be on. I don’t care if it’s not “cool” to be a Christian. Especially in the punk rock scene. My hatred of evil (including my own) overshadows the stigma of christianity that previously kept me from identifying with it. If people feel like God hates them, or have no self-worth, or that they are too “unholy” for God, then my music might just be for them. We accept everyone, not just the people who fit agendas. Exactly how Jesus Christ does!”
soup (styleized undewrcase) is a garage rock trio from Cochran Georgia founded by Kooper Hill (guitar and vocals) and Sam Holloway (drums) in 2022 and accompanied by Kaleb McGuire (bass guitar) since September 2024. Their recent debut EP “Homestyle Chicken Soup” sheds light on their heavy avant-garde influences such as Osees, Radiohead, and the early grunge movement. Showcasing their ability to create catchy distorted riffs with pop sensibilities; soup is hard-hitting and emotionally honest.

Doors open at 7:30pm; show starts at 8:00pm; VIP lounge or balcony seating with table service available by contacting events@canopyandtheroots.com .

The S Show: Singers, Songwriters, and Storytellers Finale LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-13 19:30 - 21:30
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Join us on Friday, December 13th in the intimate speakeasy downstairs of Canopy & The Roots as we present The S Show: Singers, Songwriters, and Storytellers. Serving as the season finale to our Storyteller’s Open Mic Competition, Alias Patrick Kelly, Code Smith, Erinn Driscoll, Lucas Hussey, and Norm Hunt will take the stage, showcasing their original music “in a round,” and three winners will be chosen by a panel of judges plus the audience vote. Online tickets are $15, $20 at the door, and the show will start at 7:30PM with doors at 7PM. We look forward to seeing you there to support these upcoming indie artists. Sign-up is free and done exclusively online via Google forms to secure your slot. Sign-Up and Rules HERE.

Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas with the Solstice Sisters LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-14 19:30 - 21:00
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Join us for a Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas with The Solstice Sisters. Formed in 1994, these three friends, Maggie Hunter, Susan Staley and Anna Hiers harmonize old time country ballads, bluegrass, traditional folk and 40’s styled swing. Joining the Sisters are Mike Harrison on bass & banjo and Andy Carlson on fiddle, mandolin & guitar. Known not only for their lovely three part harmonies, but also for their spontaneous and engaging live shows.
They have 3 recordings, 2 of which are holiday themed, “Holiday Music From Around The World ” recorded in 1999 and “Maybe By Christmas” released in 2019. They have performed at many festivals in Northeast Georgia including Bear On The Square, North Georgia Folk Festival, and were regulars at the Mountain Music and Medicine Show, a live radio show taped at the Holly Theater in Dahlonega.

Intimately connect to both artist and venue in our lush, speakeasy-style, 100 seat listening room. Hear the stories behind the all-original songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches.
Doors open at 7:00pm; show starts at 7:30pm; VIP lounge or balcony seating with table service available by contacting events@canopyandtheroots.com .

a holiday celebration with BELLS & WHISTLES LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-20 19:30 - 21:00
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With contemporary folk melodies evoking their Appalachian roots, brother/sister ensemble Bells & Whistles share songs with uplifting messages and a touch of melancholic themes. Their sibling harmonies and passionate strings create a soul song you won’t soon forget.
The doors and speakeasy open at 7:00PM with the show beginning at 7:30PM. Experience a performance in a venue like no other in our underground “speakeasy” listening room. Turn off your cell phones and be present to hear the stories behind the songs and writing of original artists. Limited seating. Limited seating. Contact events@canopyandtheroots.com to reserve your VIP table, couch, or booth.

NEW YEARS EVE with Hughes Taylor + the band LIVE in the Roots
2024-12-31 21:00 - 2025-01-01 00:30
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An old soul hailing from Macon, Georgia, USA, Hughes Taylor was drawn to the blues the moment he picked up a guitar. Nearly two decades later, he’s established himself as an acclaimed guitarist and songwriter playing a fiery brand of blues-rock whose power trio lineage stretches back to Stevie Ray Vaughan, Cream and Jimi Hendrix.
His latest album, Dark Roast, released in May 2024, marks the first part of a larger project titled Roasted. Recorded remotely across multiple studios in Georgia and expertly mixed at Capricorn Sound Studios— the historic birthplace of Southern Rock—Dark Roast showcases Hughes’s evolution as a musician and songwriter. The songs on Dark Roast are filled with greasy guitar riffs, thundering drums, solid basslines, and Taylor’s expressive voice on top. The first single “Ballad of Big Bill McGuire” earned Hughes a Blues Blast Award nomination. The second part of Roasted, titled Light Roast, is set to release in early 2025, promising to further expand the narrative and sound of this ambitious blues rock project.
Hughes’s previous album, Modern Nostalgia, released in July 2021, showcases his signature guitar style and musical growth. Written during the pandemic and recorded at the iconic Capricorn Sound Studios, it seamlessly blends blues, blues-rock, and Southern rock, earning global acclaim and airplay. The album won the Atlanta Blues Society’s “Best Self Produced CD” award and received rave reviews from notable outlets including Blues Blast Magazine, Blues Matters Magazine, and more. It has also maintained a steady presence on the Roots Music Report charts for over 26 consecutive months. A limited-edition double LP was released on vinyl in June 2022.
Officially beginning his musical journey at age 12, Hughes dedicated countless hours in his bedroom to mastering his craft, playing alongside recordings of his guitar heroes. By 14, he was writing original material and recording demos in his parents’ basement while simultaneously developing his live act by playing anywhere, anytime, with anyone. He was already performing professionally before he could legally drive, and by 18 years old, music had become his primary source of income.
In spring 2016, he self-released his first full-length album, Hear My Melody. Restless followed in early 2018, sandwiched between graduating with honors from University of North Georgia and marrying the love of his life. By summer 2019, the Hughes Taylor Band had solidified its sound, merging his unique take on the blues-rock power trio format with the undeniable influence of his hometown heroes, the Allman Brothers. His 2019 album, Good Blues, Fast, which features lovingly arranged classics, garnered acclaim beyond Georgia and paved the way for the next chapter of his music journey.
In January 2020, Hughes and his band toured the UK, supporting the Heather Findlay Band. Their popularity surged, attracting positive reviews from music press, until the pandemic brought live performances to a halt. Fortunately, the final shows of that tour were recorded, leading to the release of Live in the UK on CD in early 2021.
With a dedication to authentic music that resonates across generations, Hughes Taylor continues to forge his path, blending traditional blues roots with contemporary influences and captivating audiences wherever he plays. Hughes and his band stay busy touring across the states in support of the new album, each performance a testament to his passion and dedication to the craft.
Intimately connect to both artist and venue in our lush, speakeasy-style, 100 seat listening room. Hear the stories behind the all-original songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches.
Doors open at 9:00pm; show starts at 9:30pm; VIP lounge or balcony seating available by contacting events@canopyandtheroots.com . Locally-sourced craft beer and wine available for purchase.

Die Laughing Comedy presents multi-comic standup LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2025-01-24 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-28 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-29 20:00 - 22:00
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Dahlonega, GA! Die Laughing comedy comes to Canopy + The Roots showing off the best comedians from Atlanta. Don’t miss this once a month show hosted in the best speakeasy in north GA. Comedy shows feature comedians from The Laughing Skull Lounge. Punchline Comedy Club. Comedy Central. Don’t Tell Comedy. Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, HBO Max, Adult Swim, Dry Bar +, and more.

The Time Machine, 90s Dance Party in the Roots
2025-02-13 20:00 - 23:00
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Celebrating Canopy’s 5-Year anniversary in style with a dance party in the heart of Roots – get ready to groove all night long!

Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2025-02-15 19:30 - 21:30
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Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
Canopy’s 5-Year celebration continues as the first Roots in the Round of the new year takes place on Saturday, February 15th, 2025. Canopy’s exclusive multi-songwriter series showcases talented artists performing their original songs in one of the most intimate musical settings in the North Georgia. Get ready to have your Soul filled by heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies by Alley Bei, Brianna McGeehan, Cat Littlepage, and Paris Ymani. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm.
Alley Bei
Alley Bei is a storm of whimsical energy- Each song has a distinct sound that adventurously fuses genres and themes. Her style is thoughtful, vibrant and varied, creating a space for many moods and tastes to meet. She speaks Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and English fluently, and injects all three languages and cultural influences into her work. Her 2023 album “We’ll Still Wear White” leaves listeners feeling on top of the world – this short 6 six song collection raises the energy with each track. 2020 saw the release of her debut Album, from which “Greenface” and “Find the Light” belong. Alley has performed music in the USA from Atlanta to San Francisco, and internationally as far as Beijing. She is an avid anime fan, and is voicing/singing for a grassroots anime. On occasion she performs aerial hoop (lyra) for circus sideshow.
Brianna McGeehan
A little over a decade ago, Brianna McGeehan dropped out of the Music Therapy program at a small college in Portland. It was in part a protest over the firing of the program’s director but also because she realized she just wanted to perform. …you either have to or you don’t.
Born in Oregon to a music teacher father, she began studying music around age 6, playing piano then violin, but it was singing that captivated her most. Harmony was a revelation. McGeehan knew she’d spend the rest of her life doing it. Her music studies have taken her to as far reaching places as India and Tanzania.
She was influenced by a grab bag menagerie: Lauryn Hill, Radiohead, The Cranberries… Dad’s Beatles, Aunt Kitty’s Irish folk tapes. Growing up in the 90’s in the Pacific Northwest, grunge was one of the building blocks of a healthy musical diet, but rainy afternoons also lent themselves to Beethoven on the piano.
Brianna picked up the guitar in her early 20’s and started writing songs. Moved to New York and played some gigs. Got pregnant and had a baby, returned to Portland and became a single mom. She wasn’t about to quit music though, so she put a band together with some friends from the Music Therapy scene. She let that go to join forces with Drew de Man – now her husband and musical partner – and the two formed a band, calling it Pretend Sweethearts. They spent the next few years touring the US and Europe playing their version of Americana, that was as poetic and political as it was spiritual. “Heart Hunters’ music might sound delicate on first listen, but it packs a heavy punch.” – No Depression
The pandemic kept her off the road, and almost off the stage entirely, while she and her man raised their two kids together and put their energy into community organizing. Now she’s got a whole new crop of solo material and it’s something of a departure from the old Americana sound. “I call it anti-americana,” she says. The new record is a realization of the vision she’s had since those first days in New York – a cocktail of powerful vocals and synth strings, traditional instruments and electronic beats and loops.
McGeehan has shared the stage with the likes of Allison Russell and Peter Case. Her voice – effortlessly powerful and delicately beautiful – resounds with the talent of a genius and the skills honed in rigorous vocal training. She is an activist and community organizer who feels called to do social justice work through music. She just might change the world. When you hear that voice, she’ll surely change yours.
Cat Littlepage
Born in 1996, Catherine is a lifelong Vocalist who had her start in Pre-K and Church Choruses consistently throughout 3-17 years of age in South Georgia and Rural Minnesota. She had a few instrumental seasons by age 12 in school bands, playing Alto Saxophone, Flute, and Violin. Throughout High School, she participated in multiple school Choirs every year, Womens’ Barbershop and Musical/One-Act Theater, as well as two seasons of Show Choir Camp at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. In her early twenties, she kick started her career as an independent working musician, teaching herself Ukulele (Soprano & Baritone) and Guitar with her own solo act as well as collaborating with Artists and Bands around greater Atlanta and Athens.
Catherine strives to pass on her refined vocal disciplines. As well as help her students understand and harness their unique voices. Specializing in Vocal Lessons, she will also be teaching Intermediate Soprano and Baritone Ukulele, Intermediate Guitar, and Basic Piano.
Paris Ymani
Paris Ymani is a Midwest born/ATL based R&B Soulful songstress with a New Orleans style gumbo of musical influences ranging from Soul Music Royalty Ella Mai, Rihanna, and Alicia Keys to her own siblings as they have performed together since they were young. Paris first arrived on the scene as a featured artist on LoveOfPharaoh’s “Headliner, Vol. 2” (2022), but took center stage in 2023 with the holiday track “Winter Warm” & her official introduction to the world with “Stand My Ground.” Although she released her latest single “Pause the Moment” in early 2024, her momentum hasn’t paused at all with her hauntingly beautiful lyrics and passionately soulful voice captivating audiences all over the Peach State from Dahlonega, Athens, Loganville and of course Atlanta just to name a few. While she continues to stand her ground, Paris Ymani has indeed become one of the breakout artists with more to come.

Storytellers OPEN MIC with host Akeeme Martin: LIVE in the Roots
2025-02-21 19:30 - 21:30
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Every 3rd Friday of the month, Canopy & the Roots opens up their speakeasy to any and all singers-songwriters to bring their best in a supportive space of local music as C+R presents the Storyteller’s Open Mic Competition. Each act has up to 15 minutes to showcase two of their original songs, and two winners will be chosen at the end of the night by a panel of judges plus the audience vote. Sign-up is free and done exclusively online via Google forms to secure your slot.

Every artist plays a small stage; come catch these songs in the most intimate and lush of listening rooms.

Healthy Relationships Night :: An Evening of Comedy and Film Together Building Awareness
2025-02-27 19:00 - 21:30
Join C+R and Bridging Hope of Gainesville for an evening of comedy, connection, discussion, and short-film screening of “The Last Drop”, a 45 minute sci-fi about relationship abuse. Kicking off the event, we’ll greet you at the door with a swag bag and guests can visit the healthy relationships gallery of art exhibition in the yoga room; underground will begin a social .5 hour of cocktails and mocktails before Jessica It’s All Good takes the stage with stand-up comedy to engage and have us finding the humor in relationships, both platonic and romantic.
During the screening, we will offer movie snacks and coffee. Beer and wine will be available. Following will be a survivor panel lead by mental-health professional and founder of non-profit Project Yet, Joy K.
FREE to ATTEND.

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Thursday, February 27th at 7:00pm.
About Bridging Hope (formerly known as Rape Response):
Since 1988, Bridging Hope has served as a system of support, advocacy, and education, providing services to the community and survivors of sexual assault (ages 13 and older) while safeguarding the dignity of each person served. Our primary service area includes Dawson, Forsyth, Habersham, Hall, Lumpkin and White Counties in Georgia.

Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2025-03-08 19:30 - 21:30
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Roots in the Round, multi-songwriter feature LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
March is Women’s History Month and we will be doing a special Queendom Edition of our Roots in the Round series. Join us on Saturday, March 8th (fittingly International Women’s Day) as Erinn Driscoll, Gabriella Delliponti, and Jesse Williams will be coming together and sharing their stories & journeys behind their songs while celebrating Feminenergy & Sisterhood on our intimate space. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm.
Erinn Driscoll
Erinn Driscoll is a multifaceted performer who has been playing live music since 2021 in and around the metro Atlanta area. She performs at many types of venues including coffee houses, vineyards, and theaters. She grew up in a musical household, her parents having met in a band and gigged throughout her childhood. She is a full time musical theatre student at Brenau University. Erinn is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who released her first song, “November”, on all streaming platforms in the autumn of 2023. Here’s to a lovely evening, and enjoy the show!
Gabriella Delliponti
Referred by her friends as an “off-brand Dua Lipa in a trucker hat,” Delliponti is doing her best to bring a fresh and dynamic pop sound to an indie town saturated by jam bands. Inspired by icons like Chelsea Cutler, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter, Delliponti’s sound is full of catchy hooks, funky bass lines, and heart-felt lyricism. Backed by an all-star band made up of Jameson Tank on the drums, Terry Cheek on guitar, Cole Johnson on bass, and Conner Ankerich on the keys, Delliponti’s sets are a mix of covers, catchy originals, and, if you’re lucky, the occasional acoustic solo. Originally from New York, Delliponti has played around Athens for the past 4 years, and headlined/played at iconic venues such as the Georgia Theatre and 40 Watt with her various projects. Be sure to check out her most recent single, “Picture Perfect,” which is available on all platforms now & keep an eye open for her upcoming releases!
Jesse Williams
Singer/songwriter/guitarist, Jesse Williams, is a mountain mama with grounded in Blues & Soul. Hailing from North Georgia with the deep belief that it’s best savored when simmered. Her melody medicine is an inivation of sultry vocals and earthy lyrics that explore Life’s many winding paths. These serenades are supported with guitar grooves and rhythms that play within the feeling of the Music. Honoring and offering the raw essence of Spirit as it moves listeners within.

Marley Jayne w/ Halem Albright, Indie-Americana LIVE in the Roots
2025-03-29 19:30 - 21:00
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Native to the hills of North Georgia, Marley Jayne brings together a variety of sounds from the high, lonesome fiddle to groovy, feet-tapping jams. She is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a bachelor’s in Bluegrass, Old-Time, & Roots Music Studies and aims to use her skills to create a unique musical experience. Marley Jayne also has a passion for teaching and collaborating, you can catch her with the Halem Albright Band, and other local groups. She is gearing up to release her first EP, Transitions, so be on the lookout for new music soon!
“’Blue Moon Confessions’ completely took me by surprise….Definitely one of the best new albums I’ve heard in a long time.” -Music News Week
Halem Albright (guitarist, vocalist, songwriter) was born and raised in Atlanta, Ga., brought up among music lovers. He started playing guitar and writing music at 14 and went on to be involved in several bands, one of which(“The Green Light Council”) was an Athens Flagpole award winner. He started working on his debut album “Don’t Listen To Me” in 2010 with some of Atlanta and Athens’ greatest producers and musicians(namely John Keane, Jeff Mosier, Duane Trucks, Count M’butu, and Ike Stubblefield). In 2013 “The Halem Albright Band” was formed and two years later, The H.A.B. had the honor of winning the “AthFest People’s Choice Awards” to be a part of the Athens’ festival’s compilation album. The Halem Albright Band’s first album “Through Human Eyes” was released in August of 2017, soon followed by the release of their first live album “Live At Vinyl”. In 2023 The H.A.B. signed a deal with Spectra Music Group for the release of “Blue Moon Confessions” in September of 2024, receiving rave reviews. Throughout his music career, Halem has shared bills with music veterans such as Col. Bruce Hampton, Leftover Salmon, TAUK, & The Disco Biscuits.
Connect authentically to the artists by hearing them in our “speakeasy”-styled intimate listening room, the Roots, located underground beneath the Canopy social house. Hear the stories behind the songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches. Doors open at 7:00pm; show starts at 7:30pm; VIP lounge with couches, booths, and tables are available. Reserve by emailing events@canopyandtheroots.com . Upon availability, locally-sourced craft beer and wine may be available for purchase.

New Album, ROASTED, pre-release show w/Blues-Rock, Hughes Taylor, LIVE at Canopy + the Roots
2025-04-05 19:30 - 21:00
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A pre-release show of new ablum “Roasted”, including many favorites from Hughes Taylor. An old soul hailing from Macon Georgia USA, Hughes Taylor was immediately drawn to the blues when he first picked up the guitar. Today an accomplished guitar player with a voice that is bigger than he is, Hughes has developed his signature style: a fiery brand of blues-rock whose lineage stretches back to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Cream.
Hughes released his first full-length album of original songs, Hear My Melody, in the spring of 2016. After graduating with honors in marketing from University of North Georgia in late 2017, Hughes released his sophomore album, Restless, just before marrying the love of his life in 2018. In the summer of 2019, The Hughes Taylor Band released a blues album of classics that had influenced Hughes, lovingly arranged and interpreted by him, called Good Blues, Fast. The Hughes Taylor Band is a blues-rock power trio reminiscent of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, and Cream; inescapably influenced by Hughes’s hometown heroes, the Allman Brothers. Consequently, long improvisations and jams are a staple of any live Hughes Taylor Band performance.
With three studio albums and a live album under his belt, Hughes released his fourth studio album, Modern Nostalgia, showcasing his growth as a musician, songwriter, and producer. Written during the pandemic and recorded at the legendary Capricorn Sound Studios, the music on the new record is a sweet mix of blues, blues-rock, and southern rock; a modern successor to the great music that put Capricorn on the map many years ago. Modern Nostalgia is OUT NOW.
Connect authentically to the artists by hearing them in our “speakeasy”-styled intimate listening room, the Roots, located underground beneath the Canopy social house. Hear the stories behind the songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches. Doors open at 7:30pm; show starts at 8:00pm; VIP lounge with couches, booths, and tables are available. Reserve by emailing events@canopyandtheroots.com . Locally-sourced craft beer and wine available for purchase.

Underground in the Roots PIZZA Pop-Up
2025-04-19 19:00 - 21:00
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Chef Chris of local favorite tap & grill, Underground, Dahlonega is handmaking these super-fresh beauties for our first-ever pizza pop-up. Whether you have tickets for the show or just want to grab one and go, pre-order and snag one for yourself, your date, your kiddo or group! Limited quantities.

Peytan Porter: Indie-Country GA Gem LIVE in the Roots
2025-04-19 19:30 - 21:00
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Peytan Porter is a genre-blurring artist in today’s country and indie music scene, known for her honest storytelling and naturally cool sound that feels both fresh and familiar. With roots in Appalachian country and a deep love for songwriting, her music blends personal experiences with universal themes, resonating with a broad audience. Her breakout project, In My Head, garnered over 10 million streams, and her Grown EP features fan favorites like “God’s Hotel,” “Speaking of Georgia,” and “Lemonade.”
In 2024, Peytan opened for Tim McGraw on his arena tour and has shared the stage with Willie Nelson, Ian Munsick, Hailey Whitters, Brett Eldredge, and Jon Pardi. Her performances at the Grand Ole Opry highlight her growing influence in the industry, while her dynamic stage presence continues to captivate audiences.
With a strong online presence, Peytan has cultivated a loyal following of 330k across various platforms and boasts 50 million views on TikTok. Her active engagement with fans and the positive reception of her new music on social media showcase her ability to connect authentically with listeners.
Peytan’s artistry has garnered industry attention, including an in-depth feature in American Songwriter, which spotlighted her creative approach, personal growth, and commitment to building a genuine fan base. Whether she’s traveling the country, soaking in new experiences, or crafting her next song, Peytan’s journey resonates with listeners who crave music that moves them and feels like home.
Connect authentically to the artists by hearing them in our “speakeasy”-styled intimate listening room, the Roots, located underground beneath the Canopy social house. Hear the stories behind the songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches. Doors open at 7:00pm; show starts at 7:30pm; VIP lounge with couches, booths, and tables are available. Reserve by emailing events@canopyandtheroots.com . Locally-sourced craft beer and wine available for purchase.

ROOTS FEST '25 :: C+R's Festival celebrating southern music
2025-05-03 16:00 - 23:00
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A celebration of indie music from all avenues of the Peach State comes to the Gold City this Spring. Join us on Saturday, May 3rd as Canopy and the Roots presents Roots Fest ’25. Our third annual festival will feature performances by Alley Bei, Cat Carter, Cody Smith, Kaya’s Embrace, Killough, Mushroom Herders, Perfect Animal, and Witch Dance. We’ll also have special collabs, merch and other surprises alongside the live music that kicks off midday and goes well into the night.
Kaya’s Embrace: Hailing from the peach state, Kaya’s Embrace is one of Atlanta Georgia’s most entertaining artist with an original sound that’s as diverse and unique as the city they represent. Heavily influenced by Hip-Hop, Roots Reggae & Hard Rock, they continue to explore their creative boundaries while crafting their very own blend of Alternative Reggae/Rock.Kaya’s Embrace was co-founded by high-school besties, Alex Jay Grossman & Cody McNeill in 2014. The goal from the very start was to create music with likeminded artist who also wanted to encourage people from all walks of life to follow their dreams, appreciate their blessings and live in the moment. New Album “Now or Never” available now!
Alex Grossman Lead Vocals/Lyricist/Melodica
Cody Mcneill Lead Guitarist/Backing Vocals
The Mushroom Herders: The Mushroom Herders is an independent singer/songwriter with an incredible gift for creating beats on the fly. His music speaks to the soul, crafted for the people, and driven by authenticity—not the status quo. Música para la gente!
Cody Smith: The winner of our 2024 Fall Open Mic Series! His acoustic and soul-filled songs will move your heart and sometimes your boots too.
Kilough: Our Neighborhood Songwriter, Kilough (Ky-low), is an independent artist currently based in Atlanta. Featuring influences from folk, country, and pop, and drawing inspiration from artists like Kacey Musgraves and Noah Kahan, she creates an upbeat, refreshing sound that is uniquely her own.
Born in the Midwest, raised in the South, and touring throughout the East, Kilough’s life and music have taken her across America. Her latest singles, “County Line” and “I Know You’re Listening” are out now. Stemming from her own experiences, she hopes listeners will hear a little of themselves in her songs.
Alley Bei: The music is high energy alternative with anime vibes and a spooky flavor. Alley is trilingual, so expect lyrics in English, Chinese, and Spanish. It’s loud and flashy, and she’s all about creating a memorable experience. Alley says to herself “Do it on the stage, that’s the only place you can.”
Cat Carter: Cat Carter is an award winning singer songwriter from Atlanta Georgia who has developed a strong fanbase due to her unique sound. Her hit song “Gold” has now surpassed more than 2 million streams worldwide and has landed her on top 50 playlists in multiple countries such as Germany and Austria. A recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, Cat now lives and performs in the Atlanta area, Nashville and other cities around the Southeast US.
Perfect Animal: Atlanta Indie-Alternative Music
Eric Peters – Guitar/ Lead Vocals
Alex Dauer – BassDavid Burger – Lead Guitar
Witchdance (formerly Doctor Deathray)Music and songwriting as haunting as the fog and woods of Southern Appalachia itself.
• custom pizzas
• craft beer & wine
• merch mart
• specialty cocktails and “mocktails”
• indoor & outdoor lounge space
First band plays at 4:00pm.

The Time Machine 4TH OF JULY Edition, 90s Dance Party in the Roots
2025-07-04 20:00 - 23:00
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Dance party themed with 90’s Hip Hop: we present The Time Machine. Join us with DJ Blacque Starr on Saturday June 28th as DJ BlacqueStarr will provide the soundtrack featuring the latest and greatest from the 80s, the 90s (including the taking over for the 99) and 2000s. Come through in your freshest threads as we’ll have a photo booth available and a reward for the best-dressed and more. Doors at 7pm and party starts at 8pm.

Cai Gray: singer-songwriter/storyteller LIVE in the Roots
2025-08-09 19:30 - 21:00
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Cai Gray takes listeners deep into his own mental struggles and invites them to fight along side him. Imagine One Republics cinematic productions melded with emotional acoustic instrumentals like Shawn Mendes, wrapped up in a solo artist package. His songs are poetic, but grounded in real world struggles, they make you want to succeed or ball your eyes out, and they even come with a little southern twang and soul. He makes music for the people that want to be better as individuals and want to know they aren’t alone in this insane world.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe0MCYhVmeCBP_ozjrOur7g?view_as=subscriber
https://www.instagram.com/caigraymusic
Connect authentically to the artists by hearing them in our “speakeasy”-styled intimate listening room, the Roots, located underground beneath the Canopy social house. Hear the stories behind the songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches. Doors open at 7:00pm; show starts at 7:30pm; VIP lounge with couches, booths, and tables are available. Reserve by emailing events@canopyandtheroots.com . Locally-sourced craft beer and wine available for purchase.

Katalysst :: Folk-Rock Duo returns to the Roots
2025-08-16 19:30 - 21:00
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Katalysst is a female-fronted folk-rock group that promises to touch your heart and grip your mind with harmonically-driven and lyrically-compelling music. Kat is a powerhouse of a vocalist with a background in opera, and Alyssa adds soft harmonies and dynamic bass lines to drive their sound into unexpected places. Literature and philosophy are often employed to take their songs far into spaces of introspection
Experience performance in a venue like no other in the Roots. We are a social house and yoga studio upstairs, a speakeasy listening room underground. Every performance is intimate and every ticket is like a back stage pass. Craft beer and wine available. Doors open at 7:30pm; Private Table, Couch, and Booth service reservations are available on our website via event link on calendar. Limited seating.

Nonni's Bakery Whisk + Sip w/ Mayberry Wine: Indie-Folk Duo LIVE
2025-09-06 18:00 - 21:00
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Whisk + Sip with Mayberry Wine: LIVE in the Roots
Take the star-crossed feel of The Civil Wars, sprinkle with Shovels & Rope moxie, and inject the funky good vibes of Oliver Wood, and you’ll brew a hefty draught of Mayberry Wine. This Americana duo’s passionate, thoughtful indie folk music ranges from loungecore and swamp jazz to blues and bossa nova.
Come join us for a fun and creative evening at Canopy + the Roots! Grab a glass of your favorite beverage and let your artistic side shine as you whisk and paint your way through the night. Whisk & Sip by Nonni’s Bakery — An evening where cakes become canvases and buttercream becomes paint. With a palette knife in hand, you’ll swirl, sweep, and layer color into edible florals while the aroma of fresh coffee lingers and live music drifts through the air. A creative escape, served with a side of melody and a sip of something sweet.
Timeline:
6:00pm Whisk and Paint Workshop
7:30pm Live Performance w/ Mayberry Wine
Included in this ticket price is one “Whisk + Sip” workshop admission, all supplies, one general admission ticket to the Mayberry Wine performance with a VIP seat.
This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and create something beautiful and culinary! No experience necessary – just bring your creativity!
Connect authentically to the artists by hearing them in our “speakeasy”-styled intimate listening room, the Roots, located underground beneath the Canopy social house. Hear the stories behind the songs as the artist(s) share their inspiration and even their heartaches. VIP lounge with couches, booths, and tables are available. Reserve by emailing events@canopyandtheroots.com .
