Laura Ferguson is an associate professor of music at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a frequent clinician for the International Association of Jazz Educator and has presented workshops and guest lectures throughout the country. A former Down-Beat award winner for “Best Collegiate Vocal Jazz Recording”, she continues to perform regularly in the area with Ferguson and Friends jazz combo.  

Admission: $10 (VIP Members/Students $8)    BYOB (21+)

 Doors @ 7pm                              Music @ 7:30pm  

Looking for some great entertainment in Johnstown? The Venue of Merging Arts (VOMA) will be featuring Pittsburgh’s Charlie Barath Blues Band in their intimate listening room, Club VOMA.

Our April Blues Gathering marks the return of Hohner Harmonica artist, Charlie Barath, with a stellar line-up of musicians joining him on the bandstand. Regional favorite, Gary Antol, will be handling the Guitar duties this time around, and I know that alone will put a smile on your face! The rhythm section comprised of Bob Insko on Upright Bass, coupled with Bert Lerini behind the Drums, will surely get the room jumping!

Doors at 7pm - Music at 7:30pm

$15 General Admission - $12 VOMA VIP or Student ID

BYOB is welcome with proper I.D

Enjoy the smooth jazz sound of The Don Aliquo Quartet with Don Aliquo on saxophone, Mark Perna, bass, Kevin Moore, keys and John Schmidt on drums.

Don Aliquo is a true jazz legend. He has played all major clubs, show venues and festivals in the Pittsburgh area. He has recorded for “Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood” TV program, was a guest soloist with River City Brass Band, performed at Heinz Hall and Benedum Center with Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Johnnie Mathis and many other stars. He has also performed with many other legendary jazz and big band greats including Hal Case, Woody Herman, Johnnie Long and Walt Harper.

Check out Don Aliquo Quartet Video: https://youtu.be/sKVyYXFy7h8

 Doors at 7pm - Music at 7:30pm

$10 General Admission - $8 VOMA VIP or Student ID

BYOB is welcome with proper I.D

An acoustic Central PA power duo performing original, hot delta gypsygrass and dark folk rhapsodies with a raw intensity of vocals and blazing guitar work by Bjorn Jacobsen, entwined by the emotional and fiery element of Robin Chambers' violin.

 Doors at 7pm - Music at 7:30pm

$12 General Admission - $10 VOMA VIP or Student ID

Pay cash @ door or purchase online @ eventgroove:

https://events.eventgroove.com/event/Voma-Folkbluegrass-Series-Presents-Bjorn-Jacobson-92286

BYOB is welcome with proper I.D

The Platelets, who performed at last year’s Flood City Music Festival, are a great sounding classic rock and jam band made up of young local musicians: Clint Sparling (guitar & vocals), Nate Jackson (lead guitar), Ron Jezeskie (bass) and Dylan Jackson (drums).  They will be joined by another young up & coming Pittsburgh classic rock and jam band, Wild Blue Yonder.

Admission: $15 (VIP Members $12)       BYOB (21+)

              Doors @ 6:00pm                       Music @ 6:30pm

Join us for a special Blues Gathering featuring some of Pittsburgh’s best, The Jimmy Adler Blues Band!

You may have seen these guys play at this years Cambria City Ethnic Festival Block Party on Third Avenue, past Flood City Music Festival, Blues & Brews or various Pittsburgh venues. Now you can enjoy them performing in the intimate setting of Johnstown’s best listening room - Club VOMA!

Admission: $15 (VIP Members $12)   BYOB (21+)   

Doors @ 7pm                             Music @ 7:30pm  

Enjoy the smooth jazz sound of The Don Aliquo Quartet with Don Aliquo on saxophone, Mark Perna, bass, Kevin Moore, keys and Vince Taglieri on drums.

Don Aliquo is a true jazz legend. He has played all major clubs, show venues and festivals in the Pittsburgh area, recorded for “Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood” TV program, was a guest soloist with River City Brass Band, performed at Heinz Hall and Benedum Center with Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Johnnie Mathis and many other stars. He has also performed with many legendary jazz and big band greats.

Check out Don Aliquo Quartet Video: https://youtu.be/sKVyYXFy7h8

Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8)          BYOB (21+)

                Doors @ 7pm                             Music @ 7:30pm  

Laura Ferguson is an associate professor of music at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a frequent clinician for the International Association of Jazz Educator and has presented workshops and guest lectures throughout the country. A former Down-Beat award winner for “Best Collegiate Vocal Jazz Recording”, she continues to perform regularly in the area with Ferguson and Friends jazz combo.

Admission: $10 (VIP Members/Student $8)            BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                      Music @ 7:30pm 

Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band that fuses folk, funk, and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own. Featuring Ethan Robbins on guitar/mandolin and Ariel Bernstein on drums/banjo, this power duo from Boston is impressing audiences throughout New England and beyond. Punctuated by tight harmonies and skillful musicianship, and with a focus on songwriting, Cold Chocolate has quickly gained recognition for their original music and high-energy shows. The band has shared bills with Leftover Salmon, David Grisman, Angelique Kidjo, and regularly performs at venues and music festivals across the country.

Admission: $12 (VIP Members $10)                 BYOB (21+)

  Doors @ 7pm                              Music @ 7:30pm    

Pittsburgh Honer Harmonica Master, Charlie Barath is bringing his latest project to Club VOMA!

Born as a “one-off” project for a “one-time” event, Moe Taters and The Gravy Train turned out to be so

much fun for the five musicians involved that they decided to let it roll. In fact, immediately upon stepping

off the bandstand at that first show, each member excitedly asked, “So when’s the next gig?”

And so it began.

This talented group of musicians brings you some of the best Western Swing and Vintage Country Music

around, coupled with some fun and catchy originals of their own, all guaranteed to get your boots moving.

The band is led by Charlie Barath on Lead Vocals and just the right amount of Harmonica. Pete Freeman’s

mastery of the Pedal Steel is a big part of this band’s sound, as is the truly amazing Guitar work of Donnie

Bell. The Gravy Train also boasts a stellar rhythm section made up of the one-and-only “Taco” on Bass

Guitar, and Bert Lerini in the driver’s seat on Drums.

So keep your eyes open for Moe Taters, and don’t miss a chance to catch The Gravy Train!

Admission: $15 (VIP Members/Student $12)            BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                      Music @ 7:30pm 

Join us in VOMA’s upstairs Gallery on Fat Tuesday this year to hear New Orleans style Jazz…unplugged…just like it’s performed in the French Quarter! This show features long-time Johnstown jazz drummer Mike Bodolosky and his very talented musician friends and is sure to be an awesome night!

The VOMA kitchen will be serving Shrimp Po Boy sandwiches and Jambalaya for this special event (Advance food orders appreciated: 814-533-9616).

The Platelets, who have performed at 2023’s Flood City Music Festival, Cambria City Ethnic Festival Block Party on 3rd Avenue, VOMA or other regional venues are returning to Club VOMA!

The Platelets are a great sounding classic rock band that are made up of young local musicians: Clint Sparling (guitar & vocals), Nate Jackson (lead guitar), Ron Jezeskie (bass) and Dylan Jackson (drums).

   Admission: $10                                 BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                            Music @ 7:30pm

Laura Ferguson is an associate professor of music at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a frequent clinician for the International Association of Jazz Educator and has presented workshops and guest lectures throughout the country. A former Down-Beat award winner for “Best Collegiate Vocal Jazz Recording”, she continues to perform regularly in the area with Ferguson and Friends jazz combo. In November, she treated the VOMA crowd by singing several songs with the Don Aliquo Jazz Quartet. Don’t miss this special show!

Admission: $10 (VIP Members/Student $8)            BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                      Music @ 7:30pm 

Wanderlost who you may remember from their performance at the Cambria City Ethnic Festival Block Party on 3rd Avenue stage returns to VOMA!

The band is made up of four local music teachers: Dustin Rainey  (piano/vocals), Mike Kokus (bass/vocals), Jason Olear (drums), and Daniel Hutton (sax/flute/ vocals). The band is a piano fronted pop/rock quartet known for their jazz/funk-inspired horn lines, tight vocal harmonies, and infectious grooves. Wanderlost’s repertoire consists of energetic originals and piano-forward covers, including modern pop, 90’s alternative, and classic rock.

Listen to some of their original music @: wanderlostband.com

Admission: $10 (VIP Members/Students $8)   BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                           Music @ 7:30pm  

CRAWDAD JOE returns to VOMA to kickoff our 2024 monthly Blues Gathering!

Crawdad Joe plays a blend of classic, southern, blues, alternative, and funk rock they like to call "Swamp Rock". Their sound is heavily influenced by lead singer Joe Dedon’s Louisiana roots. They will be playing your favorites & some original songs. The band features Joseph Dedon - Lead Vocals/Guitar, Chris Volpe-Trumpet/Keys/Guitar, Mark Randall – Bass and Scott Wilson on Drums.

Show will be in lower level Club VOMA
Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8) BYOB (21+)
Doors @ 7pm Music @ 7:30pm

POSTPONED due to frigid temperatures & icy road conditions.

They will return Sat. March 17th!

Enjoy the smooth jazz sound of The Don Aliquo Quartet with Don Aliquo on saxophone, Mark Perna, bass, Kevin Moore, keys and John Schmidt on drums.

Don Aliquo is a true jazz legend. He has played all major clubs, show venues and festivals in the Pittsburgh area, recorded for “Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood” TV program, was a guest soloist with River City Brass Band, performed at Heinz Hall and Benedum Center with Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Johnnie Mathis and many other stars. He has also performed with many legendary jazz and big band greats.

Check out Don Aliquo Quartet Video: https://youtu.be/sKVyYXFy7h8

Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8)          BYOB (21+)

                Doors @ 7pm                             Music @ 7:30pm  

Start 2024 off right with a Local Indie/Alt-Country music extravaganza @ Club VOMA!

Screech Owl has a unique sound, a rock-n-roll band who pull from Alt- country, garage, punk, rockabilly & indie rock. They will share the stage with Riverwalk featuring Jason Bafile, Dan Oatman & William Rose.

Admission: $8 (VIP Members $6)     BYOB (21+)     

Doors @ 7pm                      Music @ 7:30pm  

Violinist Tim Wetmiller (Seattle) and Guitarist John Bagnato (Pittsburgh) return to their hometown for the holidays and will be performing an acoustic Latin & Jazz String concert at Club VOMA with Pittsburgh’s Jason Rasfalak on Upright Bass. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear these extremely talented musicians performing together!

Doors @ 7pm - Music @ 7:30pm

$10 General Admission ($8 VOMA VIP or Student)

BYOB w/ID

Enjoy the smooth jazz sound of Pittsburgh’s Don Aliquo Quartet featuring Don Aliquo Sr. on saxaphone, Mark Perna - upright bass, Kevin Moore - keyboard and John Schmidt - drums.

Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8)          BYOB (21+)

            Doors @ 7pm                              Music @ 7:30pm  

Join us for a very special Thanksgiving weekend Blues Gathering featuring some of Pittsburgh’s best, The Jimmy Adler Blues Band!

You may have seen these guys play at this years Cambria City Ethnic Festival Block Party on Third Avenue, past Flood City Music Festival, Blues & Brews or various Pittsburgh venues. Now you can enjoy them performing in the intimate setting of Johnstown’s best listening room - Club VOMA!

Admission: $15 (VIP Members $12)   BYOB (21+)   

Doors @ 7pm                             Music @ 7:30pm  

Kick off your Thanksgiving holiday with That Oldees Band!

That Oldees Band will be performing the soundtrack of your life…all of your favorite songs from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s live at Club VOMA!

Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8)       BYOB (21+)

 Doors @ 7pm                      Music @ 7:30pm  

Featuring the Pittsburgh based quartet with the legendary Don Aliquo on saxophone, Mark Perna, bass, Kevin Moore, keys and John Schmidt on drums. 

Don Aliquo is a true jazz legend. He has played all major clubs, show venues and festivals in the Pittsburgh area. He has recorded for “Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood” TV program, was a guest soloist with River City Brass Band, performed at Heinz Hall and Benedum Center with Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Johnnie Mathis and many other stars. He has also performed with many other legendary jazz and big band greats including Hal Case, Woody Herman, Johnnie Long and Walt Harper.

Check out Don Aliquo Quartet Video: https://youtu.be/sKVyYXFy7h8

Doors at 7pm - Music at 7:30pm

$10 General Admission - $8 VOMA VIP or Student ID

BYOB is welcome with proper I.D

Featuring the Pittsburgh based quartet with the legendary Don Aliquo on saxophone, Mark Perna, bass, Kevin Moore, keys and John Schmidt on drums. 

Don Aliquo is a true jazz legend. He has played all major clubs, show venues and festivals in the Pittsburgh area. He has recorded for “Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood” TV program, was a guest soloist with River City Brass Band, performed at Heinz Hall and Benedum Center with Tony Bennet, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Johnnie Mathis and many other stars. He has also performed with many other legendary jazz and big band greats including Hal Case, Woody Herman, Johnnie Long and Walt Harper.

Check out Don Aliquo Quartet Video: https://youtu.be/sKVyYXFy7h8

Doors at 7pm - Music at 7:30pm

$10 General Admission - $8 VOMA VIP or Student ID

BYOB is welcome with proper I.D

An amazing duo show featuring  Hohner harmonica Artist and Songwriter and past International Blues Challenge semi-finalist Charlie Barath along with former Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers Guitarist and Songwriter Gary Antol.

You'll be treated to a variety of great music played on Guitar and Harmonica by these two very talented musicians and songwriters.

Admission: $10 (VIP Members/Students $8)   BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                              Music @ 7:30pm  

September's Blues Gathering will feature the Vocals and Harmonica of Honer Harmonica Master Charlie Barath, accompanied by the one-and-only "Sudden Steve" Binsberger on the Keyboard!
Harp-Driven Classic Blues in a friendly and intimate room - if that doesn't get your heart pumping, I'm not sure what will! 

 Admission: $10 (VIP Members $8)          BYOB (21+)

            Doors @ 7pm                             Music @ 7:30pm 

VOMA Folk/Bluegrass Series welcomes back American roots duo from Virginia, Herb and Hanson. Two songwriters expressing themselves with little more than a guitar, a mandolin and their respective voices. Incorporating the sounds of America's oldest influences of blues, folk and rag, into their songwriting, this prodigious pair seeks to relay these traditions in a contemporary way for their audience to ruminate.

According to Graffiti Magazine“, “Their dazzling instrumentation and tight vocal harmonies make them a joy to experience. Their high energy style would be almost exhausting if it weren’t so sweetly exhilarating, and they have a universal appeal with their creative and unique interpretations of cover tunes, as well as their very compelling original music. It is nearly impossible for audiences not to respond to their driving force with hand clapping, feet tapping and dance. Herb and Hanson’s original music is inspired by a number of influences, and can be both poignant and amusing. “

Check them out @: tunes – Herb & Hanson (herbandhanson.com)

Opening act t/b/d

Admission: $12 (Student/VIP Members $10)      BYOB (21+)

Doors @ 7pm                                 Music @ 7:30pm 

Join us at Club VOMA for an amazing evening with two of Pennsylvania’s Folk/Bluegrass powerhouse singer songwriters, Gary Antol of Jakob’s Ferry Stragglers and Jesse Eisenbise of Colebrook Road.

Doors at 7:00pm - Music at 7:30pm

Admission $12 ($10 w/ VOMA VIP)

All Ages Show

BYOB w/ ID