Thursday September 24, 2026
The Clements Brothers
w/ Everest Rising
All concerts $7* at the door (cash only)
*FREE for SCHS members
The Clements Brothers are George and Charles Clements, identical twins from New England whose musical partnership has been a lifelong journey. Known for their rich vocal harmonies, instrumental virtuosity, and heartfelt songwriting, the duo brings a unique blend of influences—roots, rock, bluegrass, jazz, and classical—into a sound that is both timeless and fresh.
Before forming The Clements Brothers, George and Charles were founding members of the internationally touring band The Lonely Heartstring Band, releasing two acclaimed albums on Rounder Records. Their work with that ensemble earned them recognition across the Americana and bluegrass scenes, performing at major festivals and venues worldwide.
Individually, each brother has carved out impressive musical paths: George has toured nationally portraying Paul Simon in The Simon and Garfunkel Story, while Charles has performed with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. These experiences enrich their current collaboration, infusing their performances with both technical mastery and emotional depth.
Now reunited under their own name, The Clements Brothers focus on original music that highlights their singer-songwriter sensibilities. Their debut album showcases songs that are at once groovy and serene, enthralling and intimate, carried by harmonies only achievable through their identical voices. Audiences are drawn not only to their musicianship but also to the warmth and authenticity they bring to the stage.
Whether in intimate listening rooms or on festival stages, The Clements Brothers deliver performances that resonate deeply, weaving stories through song and creating a shared experience with listeners. Their music reflects a genuine love of song and a lifelong dedication to craft—making them a standout act in today’s Americana and roots music landscape.
The Evening’s Agenda
7pm – Everest Rising
8pm – The Clements Brothers
Everest Rising
Located in New York’s Capital Region, Everest Rising is a tightly-knit quintet influenced by bluegrass, Americana, rock, jazz and more. Together they create progressive acoustic music that is unique, powerful, and comfortably familiar. With a wide dynamic range, Everest Rising’s material spans from heartfelt laments to all out jams, all executed with instrumental finesse and thoughtful story-telling.
As the host of the Howlin’ at the Moon Concert Series, Everest Rising aims to support an authentic musical experience for both audience and musicians. Music traditions are meant to be fluid and evolving — this concert series nurtures local and regional musical talent while providing opportunities for cross-pollination of musical ideas, all in an authentic setting that inspires and reminds us of our place within history.
About the Venue
The oldest farm in the Mohawk Valley (1705), Mabee Farm Historic Site was originally settled by Daniel Janse VanAntwerpen around 1670, who established it as a fur trading post to meet Native American traders before they reached Schenectady. In 1705 the property was sold to Jan Mabee and it was handed down to generations of Mabees for 300 years. The farm complex comprises of a 17th Century Dutch House, Inn, Brick Building, 1760 Dutch Barn (originally built in Johnstown, NY), English barn, Mabee family cemetery and other outbuildings, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Address
Mabee Farm Historic Site
1100 Main Street
Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150

