Court n' Jester is the performing duo of Courtney DeCosky and Jeff Williams. Both are the founding members of the Americana band Six Miles to Nellie and operate Nellie Six Productions; a small company that supports local artists and promotes community arts events and collaborations. Courtney and Jeff have been partners in life, love, songwriting and all things creative for a decade and share a love and respect for the universal language and energy that comes from sharing music.

Joining is special Jester and fiddler extraordinaire Brad Oviatt. Classically trained and winner of countless national fiddle contests, he has recorded and performed in 48 states and internationally. His true passion remains teaching fiddle, violin and vocal harmony. Brad is currently retired and freelances with a number of bands and musicians in all genres including musical theatre.

Court 'n' Jester is the performing duo of Courtney DeCosky and Jeff Williams. Both are the founding members of the Americana band Six Miles to Nellie and operate Nellie Six Productions; a small company that supports local artists and promotes community arts events and collaborations. Courtney and Jeff have been partners in life, love, songwriting and all things creative for a decade and share a love and respect for the universal language and energy that comes from sharing music.

Join in historic Mount Vernon, Ohio, for the Summer Concert Series. Stay tuned for more information.

For more information about the Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival visit https://www.mvmaf.org/

Join in historic Mount Vernon, Ohio, for the Summer Concert Series. Stay tuned for more information.

Join in historic Mount Vernon, Ohio, for the Summer Concert Series. Stay tuned for more information.

Sponsored by Jenn Keim Business Casual Salon

We are excited to welcome Slight Halo as the featured artist for our June 20th Open Mic. Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Sponsored by Pine Row Studio

We are excited to welcome Dean & Bean Duo as the featured artist for our June 6th Open Mic. Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Sponsored by The Coleman Family Gallery & Galerie Suite

We are excited to welcome Brad Williams as the featured artist for our May 23rd Open Mic. Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Sponsored by The Blessed Life

We are excited to welcome Les Harmeyer as the featured artist for our May 9th Open Mic. Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Sponsored by Dancing Bee Market & Studio

We are excited to welcome Thistleswitch as the featured artist for our April 25th Open Mic. Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Join Patsy Cline (portrayed by Courtney DeCosky) and her band as they take the stage in Bucyrus, Ohio. Opening for Patsy will be THE BONIFIDES!

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🎶 A Summer Front Porch Concert Series Kick-off Event 🎶
Join us as we kick off the highly anticipated Front Porch Concert Series with a sensational evening of live music, community, and pure entertainment. This event promises to be a soul-stirring experience, featuring local musicians bringing their captivating sounds to the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon.
So mark your calendars for a spellbinding evening of melody and harmony at the Front Porch Concert Series kick-off event. Get ready to tap your feet, sway to the rhythm, and create unforgettable memories as we launch this extraordinary musical journey. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Summer Front Porch Concerts.
Date: Friday, March 15
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Woodward Opera House

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Musical Artists will include:

• Cryin’ Out Loud

• Fat Tuesday

• Six Miles to Nellie

• Side Effects

• Slight Halo

• Brad Oviatt

• Mehmet Ali Schubel

• Vernon Schubel

• Sawmill Joe

• Kacy Summers

• Savanna Shai

• Matthew T. Starr

• Joe & Marty Bell

• Lief Wiggand

• Katy Murray

In this production, Six Miles to Nellie lead singer, Courtney DeCosky, transforms into Patsy Cline for an evening of music to celebrate a country music legend, backed by the Nellie band and special guests. Patsy shares her memories of the songs she recorded and their connections to her family and life. With special host, Minnie Pearl, and an opening act from the Bonafides, this step back in time is a delightful tribute to Patsy’s memorable legacy. Proceeds from this event are going to support The Winter Sanctuary and is hosted by The Woodward Opera House. Working together as a community to support those in need is what we are all about. Join us for an amazing concert in support of a wonderful agency!

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In this production, Six Miles to Nellie lead singer, Courtney DeCosky, transforms into Patsy Cline for an evening of music to celebrate a country music legend, backed by the Nellie band and special guests. Patsy shares her memories of the songs she recorded and their connections to her family and life. With special host, Minnie Pearl, and an opening act from the Bonafides, this step back in time is a delightful tribute to Patsy’s memorable legacy. Proceeds from this event are going to support The Winter Sanctuary and is hosted by The Woodward Opera House. Working together as a community to support those in need is what we are all about. Join us for an amazing concert in support of a wonderful agency!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

In this production, Six Miles to Nellie lead singer, Courtney DeCosky, transforms into Patsy Cline for an evening of music to celebrate a country music legend, backed by the Nellie band and special guests. Patsy shares her memories of the songs she recorded and their connections to her family and life. With special host, Minnie Pearl, and an opening act from the Bonafides, this step back in time is a delightful tribute to Patsy’s memorable legacy. Proceeds from this event are going to support The Winter Sanctuary and is hosted by The Woodward Opera House. Working together as a community to support those in need is what we are all about. Join us for an amazing concert in support of a wonderful agency!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

The Nellie Open Mic Night on October 12 will feature the talents of Sarah Goslee Reed and is sponsored by Almost Famous Sweets & Sodas. Be sure to plan for the Halloween Costume Contest hosted by Almost Famous!

Sarah Goslee Reed grew up in a house full of music. While her father played the bassoon in the Cleveland Orchestra and her mother played the cello and string bass, she fell in love with the folk music of the sixties and the Beatles. Based upon her knowledge of the violin, Sarah taught herself to play guitar and learned songs by listening to records. Songwriting is as much a passion as singing, and several of her songs have received awards, been arranged for choirs as well as orchestrated as instrumentals. Visit www.sarahgosleereed.com for more information.

Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Six Miles to Nellie playing at Happy Street Brü Werks

Six Miles to Nellie, the Gambier’s foremost Americana band known for their electrifying performances, is set to play at Happy Street Brü Werks this weekend. The quaint brewery nestled in the heart of downtown Mount vernon has been a frequent venue for local artists and musicians, but this performance promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

The Nellie Open Mic Night on September 28 will feature the talents of Savanna Shai and is sponsored by The Coleman Family Gallery and Galerie Suite.

Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.

Blue Diggity will be playing at Happy Street Brü Werks on Saturday, September 23rd from 6:30-8:30pm.

Currently based out of Wheeling, West Virginia, Blue Diggity is bringing an innovative and hard-hitting take on the traditions of bluegrass music to the Ohio valley region and beyond. They perform a collection of classic bluegrass standards and covers as well as 0riginal material.

The Nellie Open Mic Night on September 14 will feature the talents of CGEmD and is sponsored by The Gambier Village Market.

CGEmD is an American country music band from Gambier, Ohio consisting of Chris Gantt and Emily (Durbin) Remillard. While normally configured as a guitar playing/singing duet, it’s an absolute party when CGEmD teams up with talented local musicians from surrounding Knox County to form a three, four, or five piece band. Fiddles, drums, lead guitar and mandolins find their way on stages with CGEmD to perform a variety of songs from class country to rock to their very own originals. No matter what the configuration you find them in on stage, CGEmD is sure to delight your ears with their heartfelt and warm sound as they enjoy performing for you.

Sign-ups begin at 5:00pm and performances start at 6:00pm.