Lynda Cohen
Performing Arts Series
Where music meets the mountains.
Inspired by her love for both music and the mountains, Lynda Cohen envisioned a free concert series where people could gather in the beauty of New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Her vision lives on through the Lynda Cohen Performing Arts Series at AMC’s Highland Center—an annual summer celebration that brings talented musicians and joyful audiences together under open skies. Whether you’re unwinding after a day on the trails or making music the main event, each performance offers a one-of-a-kind blend of sound, scenery, and community.
2025 Summer Lineup
All concerts take place from 7–9 PM and are free and open to the public, with pre-registration encouraged to help us plan for your visit. You can register for individual events using the links below, or view the full schedule and register for multiple concerts here.
Mark Erelli is a critically acclaimed American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his distinctive blend of rock, folk, and Americana. His music is known for its lyrical depth and intricate instrumentation, drawing influence from classic rock icons.
Karen Mueller is one of the top autoharp and mountain dulcimer players performing today. Her exciting and innovative performing style, featuring Appalachian, Celtic and contemporary music, has been applauded by critics and audiences from LA to Boston. Adding hot mandolin and guitar picking along with soaring tenor vocals, Geoff Goodhue has been playing music all his life, first in The Goodhues Band and later with a number of groups including the Bryan Bowers Band, which have taken him to performance venues across the US. Karen and Geoff have performed together spontaneously at festivals for several years and are now combining forces as a duo. Expect great picking and tight harmony singing that is sure to entertain.
Wayne Long and Arthetta Faye are contemporary performers with eclectic roots deep in Americana. Their melodic style is the result of a magical combination comprised of very different influences, from the guitar finger-picking of John Hurt, Merle Travis and Chet Atkins, to the high lonesome sounds of bluegrass and the innovative autoharp of Maybelle Carter. Wayne is a fluent instrumentalist on both modern flat-top and vintage resophonic guitars, and Arthetta’s autoharp and vocals provide a surprisingly effective counterpoint, for a beautiful, intoxicating, and unexpected blend of traditions. Whether they are playing traditional folk or modern country, country blues or original compositions, their music is sheer listening pleasure at its finest.
Bruce Marshall’s music career spans five decades and the singer, songwriter, guitarist has been a full time musician his entire adult life. He went National with guitarist Toy Caldwell in ‘89, touring the US with Charlie Daniels and Lynyrd Skynyrd. He’ll be the emcee for this Community Open Mic. Acoustic musicians and singers welcome – solos, duos or small trios. Sign-ups start at 6:30pm. Learn more here.
Since its formation in 2013 to celebrate the music of Old and In the Way, Beg, Steal or Borrow has appeared at venues throughout the northeast and features an ever-growing repertoire of originals and classic covers. The quintet has won bluegrass festival competitions at Podunk, Grey Fox, and Thomas Point Beach, hence being dubbed a “Triple Crown Bluegrass Band” by Bluegrass Today. The band released its debut album of original music, Old Mountain Time, in 2019, followed by and a second album, One Eye for the Sun, in 2024. Learn more at begstealorborrowvt.com.
What to Expect
Weather: Concerts are held rain or shine.
Drinks and Snacks: Simple snacks, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. BYOB is not permitted due to state liquor laws.
Dinner: Bring your own picnic to enjoy on the lawn OR purchase from AMC’s Highland Center in advance by phone. Dinner is available from 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm, with first come first served indoor seating. Please reserve by the Saturday one week prior to your concert date. Call 603-466-2727 and select option one any time Monday through Saturday between 10 am and 5 pm.
Parking: Limited parking is available at the Highland Center at Crawford Notch. If AMC’s parking lot is full, guests will be directed to overflow parking options within walking distance. Accessible parking is available in the Highland Center lot, and there are four electric car charging stations available on a first come first served basis.
What to Bring
Camp chair, blanket, weather-appropriate clothing, flashlight, cash or card, and ID. Picnic items are optional.
Pets: No pets are allowed in the main concert area. Leashed, accompanied, well-controlled dogs are permitted outside the main concert area. Uncontrolled pets anywhere near the concert venue will be asked to leave.
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