8/28/2024
Hello folks and welcome!
We are still riding the good vibes after such a wonderful workshop from Jake Workman on Monday at the Millcreek Common. There was such a strong sense of community, excitement, buzz, and learning. It has us reflecting on what a wonderful journey the last year has been.
We set out with the idea that Salt Lake City could become one of the great musical cities. Well, after 60 jams, 20 workshops, 7 Swing Renaissances, 7 square dances, and over 200 other events ranging from back yard concerts, to restaurants, weddings, and festivals, we have seen some really incredible progress!
In a very short time we have seen the creation of new great bands, profound musical
ah-ha moments, and countless new friendships built through the connective power of music. With the Olympics coming to SLC in 2034, we are starting to look ahead to the next ten years.
Where do we want to be as a music scene?
Could we see GRAMMY winners from Utah across the acoustic music categories? Could we have a thriving new jazz festival? Could we have a vibrant music culture where music can be heard on every other porch as you walk our adorable neighborhoods on a cool summer evening? Could a local band kickoff the Olympic ceremonies? These are a few of the endless possibilities. We'd love to know your hopes and dreams for the scene!
With all of this in mind, we are thrilled for the:
This is our chance to bring everyone together and build on the momentum created by our volunteer team of organizers. This whole project has truly been a bootstrapped labor of love. The Cosmic Hootenanny II is our opportunity to raise some money in the most fun way possible, in order to start to tackle the next big steps!
Festivals, camps, expanded workshops, new gig opportunities, online courses, books, records, videos, more jam sessions and the like all take time, organization, money, and talent. Help us raise funds to amplify the work of our nonprofit by coming to our party!
There is going to be:
Great music
Off the wall skits and shenanigans
A banjo orchestra
Darth Vader Burlesque
A silent auction (instruments, Grand America hotel stays, Front Climbing swag bag and passes, and more!)
An opportunity drawing for a Martin HD-28 (courtesy of Acoustic Music SLC)!
Tickets are only $25 for this guitar that is worth $3399!
After taking care of the 24 musicians who will put this on, all funds will be used to support the nonprofit work of Hot House West.
See below for short descriptions and videos of all the bands for the evening.
Theoretical Blonde
Hard-driving Bluegrass and Americana
The Elderblossoms
Old Time String Band Music
Josie O and the Big Six
Party Honky Tonk
Pompe n Honey
Folk, Rock, and Swing, with a Modern Twist
Hot House West Quintet
Swing and Jazz to Make You Groove
If you love our mission, have enjoyed our events, education, and energy, buy tickets to our Hootenanny, come party with us, and help us continue this momentum into the Fall and 2025!
This week only until Sunday September 1st, use the code ' moonfriend ' on the Hot House West website to get 20% off your tickets!*
(*code does not apply on the State Room Presents website)
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to create experiences of connectedness, learning, and joy through the language of acoustic music.
Our Vision
We envision Salt Lake City as a hub for world class acoustic music. We accomplish this by building a healthy community-oriented ecosystem that’s accessible for all.
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