We may not always realize it, and we certainly don’t always know how to see it, but there is some definite movement happening in our underground music scene. It’s no secret that bands come and go, but the tried and true musician knows how to keep playing at all times – no matter with who. In the four years since I really began exploring what downtown Jamestown has to offer, I’ve made numerous friends and countless acquaintances, and a few individuals who were destined to become future bandmates.

What I’ve found in that time is that there are some musicians in our area that are truly and unabashedly dedicated to their craft, and they will do anything within their power to share their talent with anyone who will listen. Most importantly, behind it all, is the networking aspect that I’ve tried diligently to maintain. Even if it’s just making an appearance in a downtown venue to say “hi” to those who are connected to the scene, I feel I’ve done myself a great service.

I remember standing outside Mojo’s in November of 2012 as the homegrown, now Philadelphia-based, alt-rock trio Phantasm rolled in to set up for their show. Too shy to enter the establishment of my own volition, or even to talk to anyone else situated outside the building, I merely waited patiently by myself for the band to begin its set once midnight came around.

As time went by I began working up the courage to go inside and see the show with my own eyes. I couldn’t yet fathom being in their position, playing on that stage with my own band, but four years later such a notion is a complete afterthought as I’ve now played Mojo’s more times than I can count.

It just goes to show where a little bit of perseverance and communication and extroversion can take you when you’ve set your heart on something.

Fast forward to the present day and I’m now making contacts in major metropolitan cities like Detroit and Chicago. For example, I got to meet with members of Jeremy Porter and the Tucos, of Detroit, when they came to our town last week to play at The Wine Cellar. Next week, I’ll be opening for The Claudettes, out of Chicago, in a Halloween show at Mojo’s on Oct. 29.

When I started this whole “being a musician” thing at 13, I couldn’t even envision what would be like to play a show outside of my parents’ basement, let alone meeting individuals from various parts of the country who thought Jamestown a worthy enough stop along their subsequent tours of the Northeastern U.S.

It’s not the rock star life that so many naive teenagers dream up, but it’s also better than never having taken the risk of putting myself out there and meeting the people I needed to meet in our little town.

I, for one, am proud of all that I’ve built for myself as a musician in a small, but tightknit and supportive community. I encourage anyone else who wants to find out what the under-reported aspect of live, downtown entertainment is all about to give it a try. Maybe, like me, the shy and awkward kid standing outside a bar waiting for the band to start will find himself playing venues like the Great Blue Heron Music Festival after a few short years of determination and aspiration.

And if you ever happen to see brightly painted or well-loved buses and vans parked along East Second Street on a certain weekend, chances are that means some out-of-towners are giving Jamestown a chance while trying to accomplish that exact same thing.

And now, here’s some of what you can expect to find in the area this week.

HIGHLIGHTS

Seraph Brass To Commence 2016-17 JCA Season With Friday Concert: The 2016-17 Jamestown Concert Association season will commence with a Friday concert by Seraph Brass at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church beginning at 8 p.m. An all-female brass ensemble, the members of Seraph Brass have performed with esteemed outfits such as the New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, the Philadelphia Orchestra, Musicians from Marlboro, the Luzern Music Festival in Switzerland, National Symphony, Brass Band of Battle Creek, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Daejeon Philharmonic in Korea and the Auckland Philharmonia in New Zealand. They currently hold positions in the Richmond Symphony, the Louisville Orchestra, Sarasota Opera Orchestra, the Artosphere Orchestra, New Chicago Brass, Tennessee Tech University and the University of Virginia.

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is located at 410 N. Main St. in Jamestown. For more information on the group, visit seraphbrass.com. For more information on the Jamestown Concert Association and its upcoming season, visit jamestownconcertassociation.org/.

Sherman Central To Present Original Musical This Weekend: Sherman Central School Musical Productions will present “Love Letters Are So 2000,” a debut show with original text and music written by Andrew Minton, at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday in the John Butler Auditorium at Sherman Central School. The show focuses on a new school year at Mohito High. The students are back with all of the energy and changes that are to be expected from high school underclassmen. Though the boys are unable to truly come to terms with it, the group of students is seeing each other with new eyes this year. Even as the girls frustratingly try to wish their male friends into maturity, the boys have sworn a pact to avoid romantic contact with all members of the opposite sex. Enter Cupid, who has a completely different idea, and though his shot may take a course of its own, it does finally land somewhere.

Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students, and will be available at the door.

Skyliners, Shades Of Blue To Perform At White Swan Ballroom Saturday: The White Swan Ballroom in Wrightsville, Pa., will host The Skyliners and The Shades of Blue in an 8 p.m. concert Saturday. The Skyliners were organized in 1958 under the direction of lead singer Jimmy Beaumont. The group would go on to achieve worldwide success as one a premier doo-wop group. The Shades of Blue are considered one of the hardest working bands in the business. Performing a Motown show, as well as covers from the’50s, ’60s and ’70s, the band has also been inducted into the Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame.

Tickets to the show are $35. It is recommended that those interested in attending purchase their tickets in advance by calling Chuck Stroud at the White Swan Ballroom at 814-723-7239. Payment can be mailed to Stroud at P.O. Box 397, Clarendon, PA, 16313. No tickets will be sold at the door. Attendees may bring their own alcoholic beverages and snacks to the performance. Roast beef sandwiches, pop and water will be sold. For more information, visit whiteswanballroom.com.

‘Wits ‘N Giggles’ Returns To Northwest Arena Saturday: The “Wits ‘n Giggles” stand-up comedy series, sponsored by Bud Light and Comfort Inn, will return to the Northwest Arena on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The night features headliner Jeff Blanchard, feature act Homer Shadowheart and host Robb Will. Shadowheart is an American Indian comedian from Cincinnati. He has been performing for over eight years and is often compared to Christopher Titus and Bernie Mac. When Shadowheart isn’t on stage discussing life, religion and ice cream cones, he can be seen in his own documentary, “Enough Stones.” He has opened for the likes of Russell Peters, Scott Henry and Heywood Banks. Blanchard, of Cleveland, is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over 25 years of experience. He has headlined clubs and colleges all over the country, and has drawn comparisons to Sam Kinison and John Belushi. His television resume includes appearances on CBS, ABC, FOX, and he is the host of multiple PBS specials.

Tickets for the event are $10 presale, $12 day of show, and $5 for students. Attendees must be 18 years of age and up to attend. Tickets can be purchased by calling 484-2624, visiting northwestarena.com or visiting the Northwest Arena’s Landmark Chevrolet Box Office in person.

‘Rolling Hills Radio’ To Feature Pierson, Townes In Oct. 27 Episode: The seventh season of WRFA-LP 107.9 FM’s “Rolling Hills Radio” will continue with a live taping at the Reg Lenna Studio Theater on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 6:30 p.m. The program’s 57th overall episode will feature area singer-songwriters Heather Pierson and Leroy Townes. The episode’s live taping will begin at 6:30 p.m., but it will be preceded by a pre-taping reception, complete with drinks and mingling, known as “Rolling Happy Hour.” Doors for the reception open at 5:30 p.m. A meet and greet with the artists will be held following the taping.

Tickets for the show are $10, and those interested in attending are encouraged to purchase tickets as far in advance as possible. For more information, call the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts box office at 484-7070 or visit reglenna.com.

HAPPENINGS

To include an upcoming show or event in this column, email gpaterniti@post-journal.com or call 487-1111, ext. 243 by Monday.

Tonight

Jules-R-Us Karaoke: 8 p.m., Good Time Saloon, 590 Fairmount Ave. in Jamestown

Karaoke with DJ Xcite: 9 p.m., Bullfrog Hotel, 1414 E. Second St. in Jamestown

Karaoke with Felony Entertainment: 10 p.m., Forte, 114 E. Third St. in Jamestown

Friday

Brian Hanna: 6 p.m., The Wine Cellar, 309 N. Main St. in Jamestown

Southern Tier Xpress home game: 7 p.m., Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St. in Jamestown

“The Secret Life of Pets” screening: 7 p.m., Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St. in Jamestown

Halloween Party with Jules-R-Us Karaoke: 7 p.m., Lakewood Legion, 174 Chautauqua Ave. in Lakewood

Not Sold Separately: 9 p.m., Yesterday’s, 103 Chautauqua Ave. in Lakewood

Derek Davis Band: 9 p.m., Murdock’s, 100 E. Main St. in Sherman

Karaoke with Felony Entertainment: 9 p.m., Shawbucks, 212 W. Second St. in Jamestown

The Hovelist with the Red Cadets: 10 p.m., Mojo’s Music Bar, 104 E. Second St. in Jamestown

Steel Horse: 10 p.m., Bullfrog Hotel, 1414 E. Second St. in Jamestown

Saturday

“The Secret Life of Pets” screening: 2 p.m., Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St. in Jamestown

Southern Tier Xpress home game: 5 p.m., Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St. in Jamestown

Karen Volpe Band: 8 p.m., Feegan’s Witch Kitch, 90 Jamestown St. in Sinclairville

Happy Days: 8 p.m., Celoron Legion, 26 Jackson Ave. in Jamestown

Jules-R-Us Karaoke featuring Tami T: 9 p.m., Good Time Saloon, 590 Fairmount Ave. in Jamestown

St. Vith: 10 p.m., Mojo’s Music Bar, 104 E. Second St. in Jamestown

Mid-Life Crisis: 10 p.m., Bullfrog Hotel, 1414 E. Second St. in Jamestown

DJ Fish: 10 p.m., Shawbucks, 212 W. Second St. in Jamestown

Sunday

Open Jam: 9 p.m., Bullfrog Hotel, 1414 E. Second St. in Jamestown

Wednesday

“Carrie” screening: 7 p.m., Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St. in Jamestown