CHESTER, Vt. – On Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m., Emily Margaret Band takes the stage at Chester Town Hall as part of the Emerging Artists Series, highlighting musicians who combine exceptional musicianship and songwriting with exciting live performances.
Emily Margaret Band creates R&B-flavored pop and jazz-rock coupled with soulful storytelling and intimate, stirring vocals. Seven Days Vermont describes their songs as having “nuance and sophistication, and showcasing the dynamic, velvet-soft voice of lead singer and songwriter Emily Margaret.” Their performances include original songs together with classics from artists they love, including Amy Winehouse, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, and Bill Withers.
The band, including Nate Potter on lead guitar, Lewis Wells on bass, Lucas Majer on drums, and Samadhi Mathes on saxophone, released an EP in 2025, recorded at Vermont’s own Guilford Sound studio, of which Emily said, “We couldn’t have asked for a better first recording experience.” Emily studied at the Institute for the Musical Arts, whose cofounder Ann Hackler said that Emily “is one of the most dedicated and expansive young artists to come out of our programs, and we’re excited to hear her EP. Come out and catch a rising star.”
The concert is presented by Upstairs at Town Hall, an all-volunteer nonprofit community group. The show is free, and all are welcome. Chester Town Hall is located at 556 Elm Street, Chester, Vt. For additional information about this event, please email upstairsattownhall@gmail.com.