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📍Cleveland OH
Connecting communities through music
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4th Weds monthly Masters of American Music 6-8PM @visiblevoicebooks

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We met lots of new faces at @ingenuitycleveland this weekend! So we figured we’d re introduce ROOTS!

It was a great reminder of just how many ways music can bring people together.

At ROOTS of American Music, we create opportunities for people of all ages to connect, learn, create, and experience the power of music whether that’s in a classroom, a community space, or at a live performance.

Here’s a little more about who we are and what we do.

Swipe through to meet ROOTS! taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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A special moment from Deeply Woven, our Roots of American Music fall fundraiser. @taymadlamb @rubyrosewestonguillette and @kariannrutushin joined Roots founder Kevin Richards for a beautiful moment of music, connection, and community!

At the heart of Roots of American Music is the belief that music has the power to bring people together, preserve our stories, and create meaningful connections across generations. Moments like these are a reminder of why this work matters and why we are so grateful for everyone who continues to support our mission.

Thank you to everyone who made Deeply Woven such a memorable evening! taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Mark your calendars for October 28th @visiblevoicebooks

Come hear @austinwalkincane pay tribute to one of the most prolific pioneers of blues and roots music: Robert Johnson!

We can’t wait to see you there! taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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A look back at our Guitar Petting Zoo at @ingenuitycleveland !

A huge thank you to @guitarriotcle for helping provide the instruments that made this experience possible.

At Roots of American Music, it brings us so much joy to create music and meaningful programming in all kinds of spaces. Through beginner-friendly instruments and hands on experiences like the Guitar Petting Zoo, we’re making music more accessible and giving people of all ages the opportunity to explore, experiment, and experience the joy of making music.

Interested in bringing Roots of American Music programming to your school, community center, or next event? Reach out to us to learn more about bringing music to your space!

🎶 “Hop High” by @leamarramusic live on Ingenuity’s Music Meadow Stage 9/26/26 taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Join us for the next installment of Masters of American Music as @austinwalkincane celebrates the life and music of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson.

A foundational figure in the history of the blues, Robert Johnson’s music and songwriting have influenced generations of artists and helped shape the sound of American music.

Wednesday, October 28 at 6:00 PM
Visible Voice Books, 4601 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
$15

Presented by Roots of American Music and @visiblevoicebooks .

We hope to see you there! by @rootsofamericanmusic

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WHAT A NIGHT!

Deeply Woven was a beautiful celebration of music, community, and the work that makes Roots of American Music possible all year long.

Thank you to everyone who came out, shared their support, made a donation, volunteered, performed, and helped make this evening so special. We’re deeply grateful for this community.

A special thank you to @brotherslounge for hosting us, and to the incredible artists who helped make the evening unforgettable: @taymadlamb @kariannrutushin @rubyrosewestonguillette @pazzito_mosquito and Kevin Richards!

We’re also grateful to our presenting sponsor, Tyler Village, and our additional event supporters:

Jazz-Library
Grover Trophy Music Group
Gotta Groove Records
R.h.e.m.a. YES
Fuzion
The Hooley House
Yorktown Lanes
Mander Creative Marketing

And thank you to our individual donors, The Ohio Arts Council, Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, and our other grant makers who support Roots throughout the year.

We’re grateful to be woven into such a vibrant community. taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Still glowing after last nights fundraiser for @rootsofamericanmusic ✨Collaborating with these two lovely ladies @taymadlamb and @kari_the_singer was such a musical treat. Hope we get to do it again soon!

Thanks to everyone at @rootsofamericanmusic the staff at @brotherslounge (New Orleans inspired menu was amazing) and the patrons that made this night so special. taken in Brothers Lounge by @rootsofamericanmusic

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TODAY’S THE DAY!

Tonight, we come together for Deeply Woven, our annual fundraiser celebrating the music, stories, and traditions that connect us all.

Join us tonight, October 1st at @brotherslounge for an evening of live music, a New Orleans-inspired menu from Chef Wyn, an auction, and plenty of good company!

Your support helps Roots of American Music continue bringing meaningful music education and cultural programming to our community.

Tickets are still available, we can’t wait to see you tonight! taken in Brothers Lounge by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Meet Charlie Mosbrook, one of the 12 speakers taking the stage at @TEDxClevelandStateUniversity this fall! 🎤

Mosbrook is the program and education director for @RootsOfAmericanMusic and is vice president of the @Folk_Alliance International Board of Directors. The title of his talk is Pass It Along: The History of Music and Song.

Learn more about Charlie and TEDxClevelandStateUniversity at the link in our bio!

#TEDxClevelandStateUniversity #TEDx #CleState by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Another great evening of our monthly concert series: Masters of American Music @visiblevoicebooks

A special thank you to @charlie_mosbrook for helping curate an engaging and educational exploration of Woody Guthrie’s life, music, and legacy. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this another memorable evening of learning, music, and storytelling.

And a reminder that Deeply Woven is TOMORROW, October 1st @brotherslounge ! Join Roots of American Music for an evening celebrating music, community, and connection, featuring live music, a New Orleans-inspired menu from Chef Wyn, and more.

Tickets are still available, we’d love to see you there! taken in Cleveland, Ohio by @rootsofamericanmusic

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What a weekend at @ingenuitycleveland !

We’re looking back on an unforgettable few days at the Music Meadow Stage, filled with incredible performances, new faces, and plenty of music shared with our Cleveland community.

A huge thank you to every artist who joined us, everyone who stopped by, and the Ingenuity Fest team for making it all possible!

Here’s a look back at the 2026 Music Meadow Stage!

#IngenuityFest taken in Ingenuity Cleveland by @rootsofamericanmusic

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Scroll through for the full schedule at the Music Meadow Stage and more on our Special Workshops!
We're excited to see you all at Ingenuity Cleveland tonight and so grateful for the festival for working with us on this stage!
Gruve Tonic kicks things off at 6:30! taken in Ingenuity Cleveland by @rootsofamericanmusic

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