18 Mar SongWriter Series: Local-Live-Original
The revival of the SongWriters Series: Local-Live-Original at Noblesville Creates was a huge success and we are excited to announce the next season Series! Locally started by John Gilmore, these songwriter events are a chance for local musicians to not only play their original songs but also share with the audience the story and inspiration behind the music. 2025 includes concert dates set on February 21st, May 23rd, August 22nd, and October 17th.
Each SongWriter event will take place from 7:00 to 9:00pm, with the doors opening at 6:30pm. Located at Noblesville Creates on 8th (107 S. 8th St., Noblesville, IN), free ample parking is available after 5pm on Maple Avenue, city street parking, the Purple Lot south of our campus, and for 4 hours at the Levinson Garage. A suggested donation of $10 to attend goes toward paying the musicians and the staff that run the event. Alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages will be for sale.
Dates & Musicians:
February 21st Musicians: Steve VandeWater, Zoe Majors, & Mike Stewart
May 23rd Musicians: Kelli Ray-Yates, Elizabeth Duffy, & John Gilmore
August 22nd Musicians: Chris Baird, JC Clements, & Jason Blankenship
October 17th Musicians: Cara Jean Wahlers, Jess Jones, & Kat Nightingale
If you are interested in sponsoring one of the future SongWriter Series events, email rshelton@noblesvillecreates.org
October 17th Musician Bios:
Cara Jean Wahlers: Cara Jean Wahlers is an Indianapolis-based musician known for her intimate, lyrically rich songs that explore themes of memory, belonging, and resilience. A multi-disciplinary artist, she balances her work as a visual artist with music, performing with musical partner Aaron Stroup. Her music blends guitar with a voice that is both vulnerable and strong, drawing listeners into her world with honesty and authenticity.
Jess Jones: Jess Jones is an alternative country musician based in Indianapolis, known for blending traditional country sounds with elements of rock and Americana. His music often features storytelling lyrics that resonate with themes of heartache, resilience, and life in the Midwest. Jess Jones has a reputation for his authentic, raw vocal style and engaging live performances.
Kat Nightingale: Kat Nightingale is a singer songwriter and recent Indianapolis transplant originally from Boise, Idaho. With vocal talents remeicent of Alannis Morissette, Tori Amos, and Sarah Mclaughlin, and the likes. Kat’s music is a reflection of her life journey through love, loss and self discovery.
