Rush Hour Music with Matt Cantlon at the Chicago French Market

Thursday, September 19
Rush Hour Music
4-7 p.m.
Matt Cantlon

Chicago musician Matt Cantlon has been playing guitar and singing for more than 20 years.  In addition to doing solo acoustic gigs, he also plays in the popular duo The Acoustic Generation. Matt averages about 200 live gigs a year and when he’s not performing, he’s busy writing songs. Matt’s song list is quite extensive and includes classic from many different genres. Rock, Country and Pop are just some of the types of music that Matt play on a regular basis.

Rush Hour Music with Jenny Bienemann at the Chicago French Market

 

Thursday,September 5

Rush Hour Music

4-7 p.m.

Jenny Bienemann

As a songwriter, guitarist, and live vocal looper, Jenny’s music has been described as falling “somewhere between winking innocence and worldly detachment,” garnering comparisons to Suzanne Vega, Imogene Heap, and Michael Hedges.  She has opened for Dolly Varden, Sons of the Never Wrong, and Sloan Wainwright among many.  Her three albums receive national and international airplay, and her most recent recording was the recipient of an Illinois Arts Council grant.

Playing at the Chicago French Market has special meaning. Her album, GIRL FRIDAY, was recorded live at the Ogilvie Transportation Center in 2011. Breaking new ground in performing songs built upon layers of vocals, enabling her songs to nestle within a choir of harmony voices, her performances gained a reputation as one-of-a-kind, can't miss experiences. GIRL FRIDAY branded her as an unabashed innovator. 

Stop in before your commute or walk home to enjoy several original songs performed by Jenny  Bienemann. The Oak Park native’s sound, a combination of lyrical song-work paired with jazz guitar, creates a relaxing and fun concert.

Thursday, April 4 – Rush Hour Music with Annalee Hooson

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Complimentary

End the day with a performance from Annalee Hooson. Known for her easy listening cover songs, Hooson helps the Chicago French Market kick off the month of performances. For more information about her, visit http://www.facebook.com/annaleehooson.

Rush Hour Music with Steve Justman Thursday, March 21

Folk musician Steve Justman joins the rush hour crowd from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. March 21. Justman is a Chicago area musician who specializes in performing Americana music. He has performed in many of the best acoustic venues in the Chicagoland area and is excited to return to the Chicago French Market.

Save these dates: Chicago French Market celebrating the holidays beginning next week

Get into the holiday spirit, enjoy live entertainment and demonstrations at Chicago French Market (131 N. Clinton, Chicago; 312-575-0306) beginning next week.

Wednesday 12/1 4pm - 7pm Meet the Etsy Artist: Jeffery Reader Get a head start on holiday shopping with Jeffery’s assortment beautiful of artisan beeswax candles Location: Abbey Brown Soap Artisan

Friday 12/3 4pm - 7pm Meet the Etsy Artist: Lee Tracy Lee’s collection of hand-decorated aprons, tee-shirts, and pillows will make the perfect holiday or hostess gift! Location: Abbey Brown Soap Artisan

Friday 12/3 4pm - 7pm Weekly Rush Hour Concert Series Relax after a hard days work with live music at the Market! Location: Market Common Area

Saturday 12/4 5pm - 6:30pm Children’s Holiday Cookie Decorating Bring your kids and get in the holiday spirit with FREE cookie decorating! Location: Market Common Area

CHICAGO FRENCH MARKET131 N. Clinton St., Chicago, Ill.
(312) 575-0306

For more information and event schedule, visit: www.chicagofrenchmarket.com 

About Chicago French MarketChicago French Market is a European-inspired market offering an array of local produce, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheese, wine, chocolates, pastas, artisan-made goods, specialty drinks, flowers, prepared meals and a seating area for customers. Chicago French Market’s diverse group of local vendors stay open year-round, six days per week, and is located within the new MetraMarket development at 131 N. Clinton St. (between Washington and Randolph Streets). For more information, visit www.chicagofrenchmarket.com.