Free live music Thursdays and Fridays, all summer long
WEST BARNSTABLE, MA—May 4, 2026
Cape Symphony Presents (CSP) is thrilled to announce residencies at Chapter House in Yarmouth Port and Devil’s Purse Brewing Company in South Dennis that will bring free live music to Cape Cod throughout the summer season.
The historic Chapter House (277 Route 6A) will host Thursday Night Chapters from 5:00–8:00 PM every Thursday, May 21–September 3. This concert series showcases outstanding local and regional artists spanning folk, jazz, soul, and more, in an outdoor setting with fire pits and yard games for a laid-back experience ideal for groups, families, or a casual night out. Chapter House has a full bar and food menu available.
Here is the Thursday Night Chapters lineup: May 21, Rhythmryder (vinyl DJ set); May 28, Jordan Renzi & Friends; June 4, Lily Mae Harrington; June 11, Eleanor & Dario; June 18, Jordan Renzi & Friends; June 25, Kathleen Parks; July 2, Rick Costa Trio; July 9, Joe Merrick; July 16, Jordan Renzi & Friends; July 23, Grace Morrison; July 30, Just Another Guru; August 6, Eleanor & Dario; August 13, Jordan Renzi & Friends; August 20, Yulia & Fernando; August 27, Lily Mae Harrington; September 3, Jordan Renzi & Friends.
For your Friday evenings, CSP’s popular Summer Jazz series is back for its third season at Devil’s Purse Brewing Co. (120 Great Western Road, South Dennis). This residency features top regional artists in a casual, welcoming atmosphere from 5:00–8:00 PM every Friday, June 26–September 4. Devil’s Purse will be pouring their highly acclaimed craft brews, and Red River BBQ’s food truck will be on site each week. All are welcome at these family-friendly events.
Here is the Friday Summer Jazz lineup: June 26, Tish Adams and Evening Sky; July 3, Rick Costa Trio; July 10, Rhythmryder (vinyl DJ set); July 17, Cape Cod Jazz Quartet; July 24, Liam Compton & Jonathan Fagan; July 31, Bongogenesis; August 7, Jelly Jazz Quintet, ft. Joe Mongelli & Scott Avidon; August 14, Olivia Yingling Quartet; August 21, Eleanor & Dario; August 28, The Art Ensemble of Cape Cod; September 4, Matthew Hutchinson Quartet.
Every event in each series is free to attend and open to the public.
Upcoming ticketed CSP concerts include Yeison Landero at the Orleans Eastham Elks Lodge on May 16 at 3:00 PM; Joe Marchio at the First Congregational Church of Chatham on May 17 at 3:00 PM; Cosmos Sessions Chamber Music Festival at Cape Symphony’s Falmouth campus, June 18 & 20 at 7:00 PM; High Horse at Devil’s Purse on August 22 at 7:30 PM; and Pokey LaFarge at Falmouth Academy on August 30 at 3:00 PM. Visit capesymphony.org for more information and to purchase tickets.
Cape Symphony Presents is a concert-promoting arm of Cape Arts & Entertainment, showcasing world-class music of many genres and connecting artists, audiences, and businesses on Cape Cod. For more information, or to inquire about booking CSP musicians for weddings, private gatherings, or corporate events, email CSP Director Richard Chwastiak at
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Cape Arts & Entertainment is one of the largest professional cultural organizations in Massachusetts. We inspire, educate, and connect our community through exceptional music and inclusive outreach programs. The Cape Symphony Orchestra presents a diverse classical and pops repertoire at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, while Cape Symphony Presents brings world-class artists of many genres to venues across the Cape & Islands. Cape Symphony Conservatory & Preschool offers private and group instruction for all ages at our West Barnstable and Falmouth campuses and our Lower Cape Extension in Brewster, a robust Youth Orchestra Program, and an acclaimed arts-infused curriculum for preschoolers in West Barnstable. Rooted in creativity, excellence, community, and lifelong learning, all three branches of CA&E enrich lives through the power of music. Visit www.capesymphony.org for more information.
