tag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:/blogs/working-hard-and-making-headway?p=3News2024-03-20T14:33:54-04:00Alec Hendersonfalsetag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73699452024-03-20T14:33:54-04:002024-03-20T14:33:54-04:00Marching To Easter!<p>It's hard to believe how fast these weeks are going by! St Patricks weekends was a lot of fun and THANK YOU to everyone that hung out with me. This week I'll be at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale, Friday 3/22, 7-10pm, and then I'll be at El Diablo in Greensburg, Sat 3/23, 2-5pm. Gonna be a good weekend! Next week I'll be taking a leave of absence for the open mic on Thursday at Speal's Tavern because I'll be playing a show at Belle Terra Vineyards in Hunker, Thurs 3/28, 6-9pm. Then a brand new place on Sat 3/30, the Black Sheep Bar & Grill in Irwin, I'm playing 7-10. Happy Easter! Hope to see you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73588322024-02-28T14:46:58-05:002024-02-28T14:46:58-05:00St Patricks 2024 Is Coming Up!<p>Hello! We got a nice run of shows coming up for March! Friday, March 1, I'll see you at the Export Moose, 7-10. Saturday, March 2, I'll see you in downtown Greensburg at Oliver's Pourhouse, 8-11. Then we got Helltown Brewing in Mt Pleasant on Friday, March 8, 6-9, and a week later in Connellsville at the Pleasant Valley Golf Club (open to the public!) on Friday, March 15, 7-10. Then Saturday we're celebrating St Patricks at Thirty's Craft Pizza & Beers in Latrobe, 6-9 - I'm looking forward to it! Stay tuned and check back often - thank you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73464982024-02-05T19:42:28-05:002024-02-05T19:42:28-05:00Happy Valentine's Weekend!<p>With Valentine's Day being on Wednesday we got TWO WEEKENDS of Valentine's and love songs - </p><p>Friday, 2/9, 7-10pm at IronRock Tap House in Greensburg</p><p>Saturday, 2/10, 12-3pm at Bella Terra Vineyards in Hunker</p><p>Wednesday, 2/14, 6pm at Greendance Winery in Mt Pleasant, ticket event</p><p>Friday, 2/16, 6-9pm at Wildwood Golf Club in Allison Park, members only</p><p>Saturday, 2/17, 6-9pm at Thirty's Craft Pizza & Beers in Latrobe</p><p>See you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73373582024-01-20T16:43:54-05:002024-01-20T16:43:54-05:00How's January Treatin' Ya?<p>Snow storms, single digit temps - nothing we haven't seen before here in Pennsylvania, but I'm glad that I can “just stay home” and hibernate this weekend as I get ready for next week:</p><p>Thursday, I'll see you at Speal's for acoustic open mic, 7pm</p><p>Friday, Jan 26, I'm playing at IronRock Tap House in Greensburg, 7-10pm</p><p>Saturday, Jan 27, I'm playing at Big Spring Spirits in Seven Fields, 6-9pm</p><p>Stay warm! See you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73273122024-01-02T16:53:25-05:002024-01-03T03:21:16-05:00Happy 2024!<p>Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you! I've been having a great time since coming back from my vocal break - THANK YOU all so much for coming out to the gigs and listening to the new songs. Today I have been working on updating this website with some new pictures and videos, and I will be continuing to do that. But first I have to update the show schedule! This week I'll be at HELLTOWN BREWING in Mt Pleasant, 6-9 on Friday Jan 5 - and Saturday Jan 6 I'll be at FONTANA'S CAFE in Irwin, 8pm! Of course we have acoustic open mic Thursday at Speal's Tavern as well! Happy 2024!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73193542023-12-14T16:26:45-05:002023-12-14T16:26:45-05:00Finishing Out 2023<p>Hello! We have some nice musical weeks coming up to finish out this year. Tomorrow, Dec 15, I'll be playing at Helltown Taproom in Mt Pleasant, 6-9 - just popped up! Saturday, Dec 16, I'll be in Sewickley at Big Spring Spirits, 7-10. Next week is a busy one with Thirty's Craft Pizza in Latrobe on Friday, Dec 22, 6-9, and a double header on Saturday, Dec 23 - 2-5 at El Diablo Brewing Co in Greensburg and 7-10 at Unity Brewing in Latrobe! Then we finish out the year at L&I's Food & Spirits in Penn on Saturday, Dec 30, 8-11, and a private party for NYE. Thank you all so much for a fantastic year! I'm looking forward to 2024!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/73050282023-11-17T03:57:52-05:002023-11-17T03:57:52-05:00New Shows Announced!<p>Thanksgiving Eve - I'll see you at the Pleasant Valley Golf Club in Connellsville. That's November 22, 7-10pm. First show back! Then next Wednesday, November 29, I'll be playing at Speal's Tavern in New Alexandria, trying out all my new songs starting at 7pm! December picks back up where we left off with a nice run of gigs - check out the show schedule! Hope to see you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72961212023-10-30T16:16:09-04:002023-10-30T16:16:09-04:00Happy Halloween 2023!<p>Tomorrow is Halloween and I've been brewing up some new tunes! Now I need to make some new videos. All these things I need to do! But I'm looking forward to getting back in the swing of gigging out come December. Thank you all again for all the support and all the love in the last couple weeks. I'll update you all again soon! Happy Halloween!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72933232023-10-25T13:58:31-04:002023-10-25T13:58:31-04:00We'll be BACK in December!<div class="xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">I just saw the doctor and it’s GREAT NEWS! No nodules! She said my vocal chords look good - my problem is that I’m dehydrated and I get allergies. Lol! I am so relieved. I can’t thank you all enough for all the encouragement, all the prayers, and the shared experiences. I guess I was just really struggling keeping such a demanding schedule, running open mics while performing 9-12 hours per week through the summer. It’s a lot of time being on stage, and being on stage is a roller coaster with equal highs and lows. But GUESS WHAT - come December we’re gonna be back it! And I can’t wait! I’m learning more about good singing habits. And I’ve been writing again - I want to revitalize my own original music brand. On top of that, here are the new songs I’ve added this month:</div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">The Boxer - Simon & Garfunkel</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Look What You’ve Done - Bread</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature - The Guess Who</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Pancho and Lefty - Townes Van Zandt/Willie Nelson/Merle Haggard</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Fire and Rain - James Taylor</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Operator - Jim Croce</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Sloop John B - The Beach Boys</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">November Rain - Guns N Roses</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Turn To Stone - ELO</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Sunday Morning Coming Down - Kris Kristofferson/Johnny Cash</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Do It Again - Steely Dan</div>
</div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">I desperately want to make sure that this time off isn’t wasted - I look forward to having another month to write and learn more songs. I’m feeling very good right now. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH - SEE YOU SOON <span><img src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t21/1/16/1f3b8.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="🎸" height="16" width="16" /><img src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7f/1/16/1f60a.png" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="😊" height="16" width="16" /></span>
</div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">And thank you to Dr. Nicole Bosley at Excela in Irwin/Greensburg. If you’re having throat or vocal issues, I had a good experience</div></div>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72790612023-09-26T17:48:29-04:002023-10-16T10:54:11-04:00VOCAL REST! :O<div class="xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Due to increasing vocal strain and the concern of risking permanent damage, I have made an appointment with a doctor to look at my vocal chords and I will be clearing my entire calendar through October and November. My appointment is at the end of October and I would like to give myself the best chance possible to have a good outcome. Vocal chords are a scary thing to mess with and I need the rest. I will also be highly limiting any speaking during these months, giving myself a true vocal rest. Being a solo acoustic act is one of the most challenging things to do as a musician, but I love it and I want to do it until I’m an old man. Therefore, it’s time for a break.</div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">I will be in contact with venues and musicians to fill the 16 gigs I have in Oct-Nov. I will still be playing this week to finish September but after that I will be off until December, if the doctor approves that timeline.</div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Here is my last week for a while:</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Thursday open mic at Speal’s Tavern, New Alexandria, 7pm</div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Friday at Thirty’s Craft Pizza & Beers, Latrobe, 6pm </div>
<div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">Saturday at Chapel Hill Wines, Dawson, 3pm</div>
</div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style='-webkit-text-size-adjust:auto;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;caret-color:rgb(5, 5, 5);color:rgb(5, 5, 5);font-family:system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif;font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:normal;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0.5em 0px 0px;orphans:auto;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:pre-wrap;widows:auto;word-spacing:0px;word-wrap:break-word;'><div style="font-family:inherit;text-align:start;" dir="auto">And just for curiosity - not counting any open mics - in 2021 I played 109 shows, in 2022 I played 125 shows, and in 2023, to date, I’ve played 102 shows. Those who have joined me on this wild Westmoreland County PA journey, those who come out and listen to me sing and play, you mean the world to me and you are the reason I do this. Here’s to the future!</div></div>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72773712023-09-22T16:10:36-04:002023-09-22T16:10:36-04:00Autumn 2023!<p>We made it through the summer. I'm not thrilled with how quickly the time went but I have no other complaints because it's been going well. Check out the schedule for these Wednesday gigs - last week I was on the patio of IronRock Tap House, and this week I was at Bella Tella Vineyards. Still keep busy on the weekends too. Tonight I'm playing on the patio of Lucky B's in Latrobe, and tomorrow night I'm on the patio of the Forks Inn in Ligonier. Last chances for patio music! See you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72541622023-08-08T16:14:12-04:002023-09-15T22:01:53-04:00Busy Weeks In August!<p>August is a busy month - let's get it! Last Wednesday I played at the Big Spring Spirits distillery in Sewickley, PA. Look out for more date from there in the fall and winter! This Wednesday I'll be at Greenhouse Winery in Irwin from 6-8. Friday at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale, 7pm, Saturday at the Forks Inn in Ligonier, 7pm. Sunday I'll be playing a private event. And don't forget I'm still hosting acoustic open mic every Thursday at Speal's Tavern in New Alexandria, starts at 7pm. Thank you all so much for the support! Keep updated on the gig schedule, I look forward to seeing you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72407952023-07-12T14:52:18-04:002023-07-12T14:52:18-04:00Happy 30th Birthday To Me!<p>Last week, July 5, I celebrated my 30th birthday. I hung out with family and got a nice sushi dinner. Thank you all so much for the birthday wishes! But the music doesn't stop - we've been keep busy and things have been going well. Lots of exciting stuff to look forward to. For instance, tonight I'll be hosting a special one-time open mic at Greenhouse Winery in Irwin, 6pm. Tomorrow, July 13, I'll be playing in downtown Greensburg in the Palace Theater courtyard for the TGIS concert series! 6-9pm. Friday I'm back in Johnstown at the Stadium Pub, 7pm, and Saturday I'm back in Latrobe at Lucky B's, 7pm. Next Wednesday, July 19, I'll be hosting another special open mic at Bella Terra Vineyards in Hunker, 6pm! Lots of good stuff on the calendar. I hope to see you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72290132023-06-19T14:54:55-04:002023-06-19T14:58:15-04:00Unity's Open Mic Is Ending...<p>I did my first Unity Brewing open mic on July 15, 2020. Since then I have done 149 open mics at Unity (and 126 at Speal's Tavern). As I approach my third year doing this, I've decided to take a break to focus on getting more weekday gigs. The open mics have been absolutely great to me, and I am very grateful to Unity Brewing for providing this opportunity that benefited me so much. And the success we've had is because of the quality of performers that consistently attend. Unfortunately, I am just reaching my limit on the two weekly open mics. June 20 and June 27 will be my last Tuesdays as your host at Unity Brewing. I will keep doing the weekly Speal's Tavern Thursday nights and revisit my options as I get closer to that three year anniversary as well. Thank you all so much for the support over these three years. I'll see you tomorrow at Unity Brewing, 6pm! We also have a busy week of gigs - Wednesday @ Moreland's, Greensburg, 6-9…Friday @ Olde Spitfire Grille, Greensburg, 6-9…Saturday @ Lucky B's, Latrobe, 7-10…and Sunday @ Deer Creek Winery, Uniontown, 1.30-4.30. I'll see you around and thank you again for the support!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72252902023-06-12T14:48:42-04:002023-06-12T14:48:59-04:00Happy Summer 2023!<p>We just finished off a crazy busy week and there's lots more music in store for the summer. Just this week I played at the Gray Goose in Ligonier, Latrobe Shop Hop Nights in downtown Latrobe, Speal's Tavern, Chapel Hill Wines, and the Roxbury Bandshell in Johnstown. What a crazy ride! I am very grateful for all these opportunities. Stay in touch for more shows and events happening during the summer! Thank you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/72030232023-05-04T15:44:37-04:002023-05-13T04:59:21-04:00May the Fourth Be With You - and Happy Cinco De Mayo!<p>Lots of exciting stuff popping up! I just played last night in Sewickley, PA at the new Big Spring Spirits, and I'm taking tonight off to have Woodland Twang guest host the Speal's Tavern open mic. Just a little break! Which is nice because tomorrow I'll be playing at Thirty's in Latrobe from 6-9, and then Saturday I'm back at the Bloser Mansion in New Ken! I'm playing 6-9. Lots of craziness in store for the summer - see you around and thank you for supporting!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71832802023-04-03T13:41:23-04:002023-04-18T12:05:12-04:00Happy Easter 2023!<p>I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying seeing the calendar enter into April. I'm excited to be playing on the big Crafthouse Stage in Pittsburgh this Wednesday, April 8, 6.30pm! I'm looking forward to the challenge, I might throw in some more original songs too. Saturday I'll be back at the Bloser Mansion in New Kensington, 6-9. And of course I'll see you tomorrow at Unity Brewing and Thursday at Speal's Tavern for our weekly acoustic open mics. Thank you all very much! Happy Easter!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71714012023-03-14T16:37:00-04:002023-03-27T18:06:14-04:00Happy St Patrick's Day 2023!<p>Hello! I will see you Friday March 17 at Thirty's Craft Pizza & Beers! Latrobe, PA, route 30. Great food at Thirty's, it's going to be a good one! Then Saturday I will be attending the John Mayer concert in Pittsburgh - he's playing solo acoustic! It's going to be a great week - see you soon and happy St. Patrick's!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71531102023-02-13T14:35:17-05:002023-02-20T06:11:30-05:00Happy Valentine's 2023!<p>How is it going everybody? Happy Valentine's! No open mic at Unity Brewing this week - it will continue like normal after this week! I'm playing Tuesday night at GREENDANCE WINERY in Mt Pleasant for their Valentine's dinner, 6pm, ticketed event, must call to check ticket availability! Thursday night I will see you at the historic and award winning SPEAL'S TAVERN for acoustic open mic, 7pm. Friday, Feb 17, I'm playing at THIRTY'S CRAFT PIZZA & BEERS in Latrobe, 6-9, great food here! And Saturday, Feb 18, I'm back at BLOSER MANSION in New Kensington, 6-9, great food here too! It's going to be a great week - follow me on Facebook to keep track of the other places I'm playing! See ya around</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71414582023-01-22T14:13:24-05:002023-01-22T14:13:24-05:00Back in PA! Got to play on Broadway!<p>I'm back home in Greensburg, PA, and it was such a great trip to Nashville. Out of sheer luck I reconnected with a friend from when I lived down there in 2017-2018. We stopped into Rippy's and I hear "that's Alec Henderson" into the mic, and it freaked me out! It was David Isenberg! David and I played open mics together years ago and now he's playing full time on Broadway! He invited me up on stage and I sang the Joker by Steve Miller Band - my first time playing on Broadway! We met up with him the next day and he invited me up on stage again. It was such a blast. Keep grinding David - I can't even imagine! Thank you again! Now we're back into my normal schedule - I'll see you Tuesday at Unity Brewing for open mic, 6pm, and Thursday at Speal's Tavern for open mic, 7pm! This weekend (Jan 27 and 28) I'm playing at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale on Friday, 7pm, and Major Stokes in Greensburg on Saturday, 7pm. Back in the swing of things! I hope to see you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71387412023-01-16T14:31:35-05:002023-01-16T14:31:35-05:00Mid-January Nashville vacation!<p>Hello! I am currently typing this from a hotel in Nashville, TN! Taking a little vacation with my parents to listen to good music and eat good food! Next time I’ll see you will be Saturday, Jan 21, where I’ll be making my debut at Deer Creek Winery at the Watson Estate BnB in Uniontown, PA - first time here! I’m playing from 1.30-4.30. Your open mics this week will be hosted by Cliff Jobe (Tuesday at Unity Brewing, 6pm) and Randy Struble (Thursday at Speal’s Tavern, 7pm)! Thank you to Cliff and Randy for guest hosting! Good stuff! I’ll see you soon! Yeehaw!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71317012023-01-02T18:32:30-05:002023-01-02T18:32:30-05:00Yay! Website Updated for 2023!<p>The show schedule for 2023 is now up! Yay! Or at least everything I have booked so far - check back here often or follow me on Facebook or Instagram to get all the show updates. I also hope you enjoy the new look of the website - just changing things up for 2023! This weekend I'll see you at Bella Terra in Hunker, PA - always a fun place to play, that's Friday Jan 6 from 6-9pm. And of course I am still your host for Tuesday's acoustic open mic at Unity Brewing and Thursday's acoustic open mic at Speal's Tavern. And did you know Speal's Tavern was voted #1 Best of Westmoreland County for live music in 2022? THAT'S RIGHT! You have to stop out! (also voted #2 best burger, so come on out!). More updates will be coming in the future. Thank you all for the support - I will see you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/71281762022-12-24T17:38:09-05:002022-12-24T17:38:10-05:00MERRY CHRISTMAS 2022!<p>December flew by so fast, I can't believe I still haven't updated my show schedule! Stay tuned for an updated look and new shows for winter/spring 2023 - we got new places to play and familiar favorites - 2023 is going to be a great year! Lots of changes, lots of transitions. As I approach turning 30 years old, I feel very grateful for the ridiculous journey I've been on, and I hope to only get better and better as a musician. MERRY CHRISTMAS! And thank you so much for supporting this. God bless all of you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/70995562022-11-10T14:41:53-05:002022-12-14T14:12:15-05:00It's November 2022!<p>How are we doing everyone? I have no complaints personally. The fall and winter is going to be a great time this year! We're still rolling along with Tuesdays at Unity Brewing and Thursdays at Speal's Tavern - check out those weekly open mics if you haven't already! This weekend I'll be playing at the Italian American Club in Export, PA, Saturday from 7-10, open to public! Lots more shows coming up this autumn season. I'll see you around!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/70785032022-10-10T15:11:53-04:002022-11-04T20:52:20-04:00Halloween 2022 approaches...<p>All kinds of fun stuff is happening as the weather gets a little colder here in SW PA. For instance, this weekend is Fort Days, and I'll be playing guitar with Life of Brian at the Wicked Googly in Ligonier on Sunday, early afternoon. Friday this week I'll be back at Major Stokes in Greensburg. And stay tuned for all the upcoming shows, we're working hard and keeping busy over here. We'll see you around! Happy Fall!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/70520102022-09-02T16:28:45-04:002022-09-08T10:48:58-04:00Happy September 2022!<p>We're out of the summer months and what a summer it has been. It was a whirlwind of different shows but what a great time! Thank you everyone that has stopped out at the shows and supported. I am very lucky! The gigs keep rolling as we prepare for the autumn months. Tomorrow I'll see you at Chapel Hill Wines in Dawson and I'll see you Sunday at the Forks Inn in Ligonier! Got the band at Greenhouse Winery this month and I'll be playing at the El Diablo in Greensburg for the first time as well! Lots of good stuff coming up. Thank you all so much</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/70349812022-08-10T14:53:05-04:002022-08-30T05:47:43-04:00It's Billy Joel week in Pittsburgh!<p>I can't wait for the Billy Joel concert tomorrow! It will be my third time seeing him and each time is the happiest feeling I can imagine on this planet. Still got a busy weekend of gigs after that too! Friday I'll see you at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale, 7pm. Saturday at the Forks Inn in Ligonier, 7pm. And Sunday night at the Cabin Bar & Grille in Hunker, 6pm. Be sure to follow Alec Henderson Music on Facebook and check back for more shows! Thank you so much for your support</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/70073432022-07-04T14:11:11-04:002022-09-07T02:45:07-04:00Happy July 4th, 2022!<p>Happy Independence Day everyone! I'm happy to have the day off and rest my voice for this giant week ahead! Busiest week of the summer right here: Tuesday, I'll be hosting open mic at Unity Brewing in Latrobe from 6-8ish - you gotta stop out because that's my birthday! Wednesday, July 6, I'm playing at Greenhouse Winery in Irwin, 6-8. Thursday, I'll be hosting open mic at Speal's Tavern in New Alexandria, 7-10ish. Friday, I'm playing at the Export Moose in Export, 7-10. Saturday, I'm back at the Forks Inn in Ligonier, 7-10. Sunday I'm playing at a private event in the afternoon, but at night I'll be heading to the Ruckus Coffee Gallery & Cafe in Pittsburgh, 6-8. What a crazy week! Let's do this! Happy fourth!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/69879672022-06-06T15:59:19-04:002022-06-06T15:59:38-04:00Happy June!<p>We're kicking off the summer in full force! This Friday you can catch me at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale from 7-10. Saturday I'll be teaming up with Chris Daugherty as the Doc Henderson Duo! We'll be playing at Stone Villa Wine Cellars in Acme from 1-5. And Sunday you can catch the Alec Henderson Band in Latrobe! We're playing from 2-4.30 at the bandshell in Legion Keener, by the playground. Dane Whatule on drums and Kevin Poole on bass. Lots of music coming up as the warmer warms up. Thank you everyone!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/69687372022-05-11T14:00:00-04:002022-05-31T09:09:09-04:00The Eve of a Busy Summer...<p>Hello everyone! I'm happy to report it is 75 degrees outside and we're already almost halfway through May. Time is going way too fast. However, that means summer is approaching, and that means we got GIGS to do. For instance, on Friday this week you can find me at L & I's Food & Spirits in Penn, PA, 9-12. And on Saturday you can find me at Bella Terra Vineyards in Hunker, PA, 1-4. As summer approaches you'll be seeing a lot more 3 gig weekends. Keepin' busy! I hope to see y'all around. As always, thank you so much for reading this and thank you for your support!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/69453382022-04-10T17:58:18-04:002022-08-11T16:32:26-04:00Tax Day and Easter Weekend!<p>Hello everyone. Hopefully there are no more April snow showers and we can look forward to some outside music soon! In the meantime, we got acoustic open mic every Tuesday at Unity Brewing, 6pm, and every Thursday at Speal's Tavern, 7pm, and we got Tax Day and Easter coming up with two gigs this weekend. Friday, April 15, I'll be at the Olde Spitfire Grille in Greensburg, PA from 6-9. Stop out for a really nice food and drink menu. Saturday, April 16, I'll be back at the Italian American Club in Export, PA from 7-10. Stop out if you're a member. Many more gigs coming up as my summer schedule fills in. As always, thank you for the support! Happy Easter!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/69239302022-03-16T13:40:54-04:002022-05-29T13:46:11-04:00Happy St Patrick's Day 2022!<p>I got a very busy weekend coming up for St Patty's! Tomorrow (and every Thursday) you can find me at Speal's Tavern in New Alexandria - we got acoustic open mic from 7-10pm! Friday I'll be playing at Carson's Tavern in Scottdale from 7-10pm. Saturday I'll be at the Stadium Pub & Grille in Johnstown from 7-10pm. Then Sunday I'll be playing at Unity Brewing in Latrobe from 3-5pm. It's going to be a great weekend - I feel lucky already!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/69140682022-03-04T17:24:01-05:002022-09-05T12:45:37-04:00Wine Weekend!<p>Hello everyone, I hope you are all doing fine and dandy. I have two great gigs coming up - Saturday, March 5, at Vinoski Winery in Belle Vernon, 3.30-6.30pm, and then Sunday afternoon at Bella Terra Vineyards in Hunker, 1-4pm. It's a wine weekend, friends, and I hope you are able to join me at these fine establishments! Next weekend is also a special weekend - I'll be making my second appearance in New Kensington at the Bloser Mansion on Friday, March 11, 5-8pm. Saturday, March 12, I got a two-in-one! From 2-5pm I'll be playing at Chapel Hill Wines in Dawson, PA, and then I'll be meeting up with Kevin and Dane at the Wicked Googly in Ligonier - Alec Henderson Band will be jamming from 9-12.30am! Thankfully I have Sunday to relax and rest my poor little fingers. I hope to see you around! Thank you for reading and supporting!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/68974962022-02-14T14:30:53-05:002023-12-10T12:09:41-05:00Happy Valentine's Day 2022!<p>How are we doing? Valentine's changes nothing about my day, but I hope you all have a nice holiday! The winter months have been good to me, still playing most Friday and Saturday nights with some Sunday afternoons mixed in. Speaking of Sundays, I'll be playing my acoustic set from 3-5pm this Sunday, Feb 20, at Unity Brewing in Latrobe. And this Saturday, Feb 19, I'll be making my first appearance at Junebug's in Sutersville, 9pm! Next Friday I'm taking off to go see John Mayer in Pittsburgh, and then we'll pick right back up with the Stadium Pub & Grille in Johnstown on Saturday Feb 26. Lots of great music and food in the future! Thank you all. I'll see you tomorrow (and every Tuesday) at Unity Brewing for acoustic open mic, and every Thursday at Speal's Tavern for acoustic open mic</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/68581762022-01-03T16:04:53-05:002022-05-26T05:19:21-04:00Happy 2022!<p>I hope you had a great new year celebration! I played a private party and I had a blast. I've been relaxing a lot and taking it easy lately. But now that the new year is in full swing it's time to work on music stuff! Stay tuned for some updated pics and videos. Also, I'm updating the show schedule so check that out! Open mics still going on every week as well. I hope to see you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/68433512021-12-16T16:42:59-05:002023-12-10T13:35:22-05:00Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 2021!<p>Just updated the calendar! Check out where I'll be next year because this is last weekend before Christmas and my last string of shows for 2021! This weekend I'll be at Major Stokes on Friday, L & I's on Saturday, and Unity Brewing on Sunday. Thank you all so much for a great year! I'll see you at the open mics - Unity Brewing every Tuesday at 6pm and Speal's Tavern every Thursday at 7pm. Merry Christmas everyone! </p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/68144402021-11-18T16:06:19-05:002022-05-29T09:46:07-04:00Happy Thanksgiving week!<p>We are still in the swing of the local music here in Westmoreland County. This weekend I'll be at the Export Moose and the Cabin Bar N Grille, and next weekend I'll be at the Wicked Googly, L&I's, and Unity Brewing. Don't forget we have open mic every Tuesday at Unity Brewing and every Thursday at Speal's (except next week we're having Speal's open mic on Wednesday!). I am very thankful for all of you for allowing me to continue to do this. Happy Thanksgiving!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/67669732021-10-05T16:09:31-04:002022-05-16T02:32:47-04:00Life of Brian @ Fort Days<p>I have another busy weekend coming up! Friday I'll be playing my acoustic set at the Export Moose from 7-10, and Saturday I'll be doing it again at L&I's in Penn, PA from 9-12. Sunday I'll be reuniting with the guys from Life of Brian and we'll be playing at the Wicked Googly from 1-4. It is Fort Days weekend so you know Ligonier is going to be jumping. I'm very excited to play this show with Life of Brian. I've known those guys since I was 14. In the early 2010's we played at the Googly many times, usually once a month. We haven't played that stage together since 2016, so it will be a guaranteed good time! I'll see you around and thank you for your support!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/67498332021-09-17T15:29:28-04:002022-05-31T08:47:34-04:00Post-Labor Day update!<p>Hello! I had a fantastically busy summer, and now I am ready to break out the sweaters and hot chocolate. I like the weather the way I like my music - mostly 60s and 70s! I am still keeping a very busy schedule and you can find me playing somewhere almost every Friday and Saturday (and open mics Tuesdays and Thursdays). Today I am excited to be playing an opening set at the Robertshaw Amphitheater in St Clair Park, Greensburg for the SummerSounds series, and tomorrow I got the band with me at the Wicked Googly in Ligonier. Follow me on Facebook and check back at the website often! Thank you everybody!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/67206112021-08-18T16:13:25-04:002022-12-12T16:43:49-05:00Guitar B Que weekend!<p>August is coming to end but that means we got the SPEAL'S TAVERN 12th ANNUAL GUITAR B QUE! Alec Henderson Band will be kicking off the whole weekend - we're playing Saturday at 1pm. Located at the Slickvillle Sportman Grounds in Slickville, PA. Here's the link to buy tickets - https://spealstavern.square.site/guitarbeque-tickets?fbclid=IwAR09JKr7KnJ9qwcgVCffSrEywMWstNw8J4lhrO6fvQpi4r_f0ELxWHv0Q6U</p>
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<p>Still a very busy weekend! I'll be in Scottdale on Friday, Johnstown Saturday night, and Ligonier on Sunday! Stay tuned for next weekend where Alec Henderson Band plays in downtown Greensburg!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/66924252021-07-19T16:57:41-04:002023-12-10T11:52:08-05:00Mid-summer update<p>This has been, by far, the busiest summer I have ever had! Regularly performing 3-4 nights/week while running 2 open mics/week - I have been out here hustlin' my friends! It has been going very well and everybody's support has been very refreshing and energizing. Also, your boy has been over here making plans. New things are on the horizon. Good things! Now that I'm 28 I gotta start thinking like I'm 30, ya know? I am excited for the changes to be made, all for a positive future. Thank you all! See you soon</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/66347492021-05-19T17:02:44-04:002023-12-10T14:19:30-05:00Summer is kicking off!<p>It looks like the craziness of summer is about to settle in! This weekend I’m playing Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and there are many weekends like that coming up as well. I’m very happy to be keeping busy. The album is still being worked on too, just at a comfortable pace. Things are moving forward very nicely. I hope to see you at the open mics on Tuesday (Unity Brewing in Latrobe) or Thursday (Speal’s in New Alexandria), and I’ve updated my calendar so check my show schedule and I’ll see you soon! Thank you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/66017932021-04-12T14:05:04-04:002022-04-11T05:18:04-04:00In The Studio!<p>I'm very excited to be working on the new album with Daniel Blake at the Schoolhouse Studio in Armbrust, PA! This album will be very classic-rock centric, and it is coming along wonderfully. Be on the look for new music soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/65820542021-03-23T01:11:57-04:002022-04-11T05:18:22-04:00Check out the videos!<p>Thanks to good friends (and also videos from my mother) I've been able to update the video section of this site! Check out the new live videos! Lots of video of me playing solo acoustic and the Alec Henderson Band, some covers and originals too. And if you didn't even know I have music videos for some of my original songs, now you do, so check out those DIY low budget works of "art" and experience my madness. Special thanks to Ian Robertson and Gene Fenton, be sure to look up those names on social media and follow their stuff!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/65819382021-03-22T21:57:16-04:002022-06-01T02:07:27-04:00Spring time is here and the music is playing<p>Hello everyone. Forgive me for completing forgetting about this section of my website. Happy spring! This is one of those times where it feels like things ARE getting better, and that's a nice feeling. I've been keeping busy, and things have been going good. I started playing in Johnstown, picked up a couple new gigs, and I got to experience first hand the reopening of Speal's Tavern! Good stuff! You can find me at Speal's Tavern every Thursday at 7pm for their acoustic open mic (yours truly is their new host and I still couldn't be more honored to be their Thursday night guy). You can also find me every Tuesday at Unity Brewing in Latrobe at 6pm. If you have never been to Unity Brewing (on rt30), I strongly implore you to check it out - it's an inspiringly creative and artistic atmosphere with the best beer you will ever find around here, check it out! Last but not least, earlier today I booked a recording session with Daniel Blake at Schoolhouse Recording Studio - so no I have not forgotten to make this album - yes I am very excited. God bless! See you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/65242602021-01-18T16:32:08-05:002023-12-10T11:52:21-05:00Open Mic at Unity Brewing Is Back! Now On Tuesdays!<p>That's right - stop out to Unity Brewing in Latrobe, PA on Tuesdays and treat yourself to their craft beer and fresh food menu while listening to music. I'll be hosting the open mic every Tuesday from 6-8pm. Also...stay tuned for another open mic coming back in New Alexandria.......</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/65091932020-12-28T17:16:03-05:002023-12-10T11:45:17-05:00Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!<p>Hello! No doubt it has been a strange time to be a Pennsylvanian musician, but I am very thankful for the supportive and encouraging community we have here. I will be playing New Years Day (Jan 1) at Greenhouse Winery in Irwin from 12-3pm. The weekend after that we have the whole band coming to Ligonier to jam at the Wicked Googly from 8-11.30pm. Keep updated for more shows coming up! I hope you had a very Merry Christmas and I hope you have a wonderful entrance into the new year. See you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/64814982020-11-19T16:12:59-05:002022-05-05T02:25:38-04:00Entering the Winter Season<p>Hello! Next week is Thanksgiving and I have a lot to be thankful for. No doubt the gigs will slow down in the winter, but you can catch me every Wednesday at Unity Brewing in Latrobe and every Thursday at Chestnut Ridge in Blairsville (except for next week because of Thanksgiving!) If you have a favorite bar/restaurant that is doing live music through the winter, please drop my name and put in a good word for me - that helps out a lot! You can also help out by throwing some money in the virtual tip jar. Either way I appreciate all of your support. ALSO, I am currently finishing up writing the songs that will become my next album - I am looking forward to start recording that. Good things coming in the future, please stay in touch and take it easy!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/64495442020-10-05T14:10:43-04:002023-12-10T11:33:30-05:00Happy October!<p>I am very grateful to see my October calendar fill out. It is good to be busy, that's for sure. You can find my schedule under the "Shows" tab. And don't forget - acoustic open mics - every Wednesday at Unity Brewing and every Thursday at Chestnut Ridge. We'll be moving those open mics inside once the weather gets too cold (which will be very soon). Follow me on Facebook and stay tuned! Thank you everyone for your support<br> </p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/64281092020-09-08T14:41:06-04:002022-04-15T22:07:57-04:00Open Mic at Chestnut Ridge on Thursdays!<p>The summer came and went - definitely not a normal summer but I can't complain! I've been keeping busy playing music and that is a blessing to be able to say right now. Come check out Unity Brewing's Wednesday night open mics if you haven't yet. Now on Thursdays, starting this week, I will be hosting an open mic at Chestnut Ridge in Blairsville, PA from 6-8! I am super excited to get another open mic started up. Thank you everybody for you support! I'll see you soon</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/63910252020-07-23T14:30:03-04:002022-05-24T19:01:06-04:00Open Mic at Unity Brewing on Wednesdays!<p>It's been a crazy time, as every single person knows, but I am very excited to see live music coming back! I've been fortunate to be able to find opportunities to play shows outside and keep a steady schedule. For instance, I will be hosting a weekly acoustic open mic at Unity Brewing in Latrobe! Come out on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 - hear the local talent or sign up on the list and play us a song or three!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/63540772020-06-15T14:24:39-04:002022-04-26T02:21:17-04:00The Exciting Alec Henderson is out now!<p>The Exciting Alec Henderson is a 35 minutes long pop album with 11 songs that are very different from each other. These are the songs I recorded in Nashville but wasn't ready to release. I hope you enjoy it! You can download it for FREE on this website or it is also available on SoundCloud, YouTube, Apple Music, and Spotify. Thank you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/63233262020-05-20T03:00:46-04:002022-07-25T05:56:41-04:00New videos for Change My Mind and Things Aren't Getting Better<p>Go to the "Video" tab and check out the DIY music videos for Change My Mind and Things Aren't Getting Better! Thanks for watching!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/63205932020-05-18T03:36:39-04:002023-12-10T12:01:13-05:00Videos for On Holiday and Take Me Back on YouTube<p>I made DIY music videos on my phone for the songs On Holiday and Take Me Back. You can find them on YouTube or the "Video" section of this website. Here are the links....On Holiday - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG--T9wDrmM ...Take Me Back - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmrMo8gdFZg</p>
<p>Thanks for watching!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/63001352020-04-30T14:16:33-04:002023-12-10T12:25:44-05:00On Holiday is out!<p>The new album is out and today is it's official release date! I promised it by the end of April, so actually I'm about 9 hours early! I hope you enjoy it. It is available to download for free on this website. It is also on SoundCloud, soon to be on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. Thank you!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/62952852020-04-26T17:46:23-04:002022-04-11T05:20:51-04:00On Holiday<p>These last two months have been filled with ups and downs but I am excited to finally be close to releasing the new album. I'm grateful to have had the free time to spend countless hours working on it. It will be called "On Holiday" and it will be out before the end of April. For the month of May I am curious how many gigs I'll be playing - check back and follow me on Facebook for updates. Thank you everybody</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/62482842020-03-13T15:47:39-04:002022-04-11T05:20:59-04:00WEEKLY OPEN MICS<p>Whenever people ask me "where do you play?" I usually just say "ehh places around Greensburg". But now I have a better answer! Every week I will be hosting three different open mics. They are the following...</p>
<p>Wednesday nights @ Unity Brewing, Latrobe, PA. This will be an acoustic open mic starting 3/18. All styles welcome. 7-9pm</p>
<p>Thursday nights @ Callaghan's, Greensburg, PA. This is a full band open mic. All styles welcome, including acoustic. Come jam with the band or bring your own band! 8-12</p>
<p>Sunday nights @ Scooby's, Greensburg, PA. Also a full band open mic. All styles welcome, including acoustic. Come jam with the band or bring your own band! 8-12</p>
<p>And I will still be performing my own music most Fridays and Saturdays, so check back at the calendar. I hope to see you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/62347752020-03-02T16:08:29-05:002022-04-11T05:21:07-04:00March 2020<p>Good things coming up! That's for sure! For instance, this weekend is the grand opening of Unity Brewing in Latrobe, PA. I have known the owners since I was 14 years old and I am very excited to be performing for their grand opening this Saturday, March 7. There will also be a weekly acoustic open mic that will start in a couple weeks. And then later in the month Alec Henderson Band will be making their way to the Wicked Googly in Ligonier, PA. Good things ahead. And don't forget that every Sunday I help host an open mic at Scooby's in Greensburg, PA. Full band set up, always an epic night of jamming. No matter where I see you, I hope I see you soon!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/62195082020-02-18T18:15:53-05:002023-12-10T11:48:09-05:00Winter is going fast! (which is weird)<p>I think 2020 is going to be a good year. Here's why: it's February 18th already. Where did the last two months go? I am very grateful for my lapse of time awareness because I hate winter and winter sucks. So now that winter is almost over I'm feeling a little more positive about things going into spring and summer. Gigs are starting to roll in again, and it's a great feeling. Also, the album is shaping up nicely. Very nicely. It won't be much longer but there are still kinks to work out. Good things up ahead</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/60585792020-01-03T13:49:26-05:002023-12-10T13:22:49-05:00First weekend of 2020<p>Happy new year! I was a little sick over Christmas but made a full recovery by new years eve. It was a really nice holiday. Now I am back in the swing of things, still looking to fill up my calendar. This weekend I will be playing a private party in Ligonier, returning to Frankie I's in Washington as Alec Henderson Band, and then I'll be back at Scooby's on Sunday for their weekly open jam. Good things ahead. Happy 2020!</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/60301302019-12-18T19:26:09-05:002022-08-30T05:47:43-04:00One week until Christmas!<p>December has been quite alright. It's the slow season, I had a few shows get cancelled, but I had other opportunities come up to fill in the blanks. So things are going well so far. I am still always trying to fill up my calendar, so if you want some quality live entertainment for a reasonable price, head on over to the "Contact" section or find me on Facebook. I'd love to play your private event. Also I am thankful that I have almost all my Christmas shopping done and I still have a whole week. Lol. Anyway, merry Christmas, happy holidays, happy New Year, and I'll see you soon</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/59636632019-11-17T14:29:19-05:002022-07-19T15:29:10-04:00Gigs this week, recording this Sunday<p>Everything is moving along smoothly right now, for now. My calendar is filling up very nicely between solo gigs and AHB (Alec Henderson Band) gigs. And as always, any help is appreciated getting gigs. It takes a lot of work to keep the calendar filled, so if you know a venue owner looking for live music, please let me know! This Friday I'll be back at Major Stokes, one of my favorite places to play in Greensburg. Saturday I will be making my debut at Point Street Tavern in Saltsburg. Looking forward to those. However, what's been on my mind the most is getting this album completed. Right now we have two songs recorded, and Dane and I will be going back this Sunday to record some more. Still looking at early 2020. Lots of people have been asking about recordings, so I feel very motivated to make this album as good as I can make it. Stay tuned! Thank you for your support</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/59129872019-10-02T13:41:11-04:002022-04-11T05:25:03-04:00Back in the studio, continuing the hard work<p>Hello! This weekend Dane and I went back to Mr. Smalls studio in Pittsburgh, PA and began working on what will become my sophomore album. You can hear a teaser on the Alec Henderson Music Facebook page. Also, I've been trying to plug in more and more content into this website so I can get that up and running soon. Once the website is up, it will be much easier to find my show schedule and listen to the songs (if you don't have Apple Music or Spotify). So please keep updated and thank you for supporting my music.</p>Alec Hendersontag:alechendersonmusic.com,2005:Post/58982572019-09-19T16:29:40-04:002022-04-11T05:25:06-04:00Working hard, making headway<p>Hello! Welcome to the new website! There is still a lot of work ahead, but little by little I am getting stuff done. Stay tuned for new music, new posts, and new events on the calendar. Thank you!</p>Alec Henderson