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Cory Vincent & The Electric Band- DVD Release Party
May 24. Official release of the “Live At The Muse” concert film. Enjoy a private screening of portions of the film, followed by a very special, rare, one-off ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE by The Electric Band!
Applications for AMP Fest 2025 OPEN!
Thank you for your interest in AMP Fest 2025! We are looking for musical acts with a running time between 20- 40 minutes. We accept soloists and group acts. Cover bands not accepted; primarily original music required. One or two covers is okay. All AMP Festivals require artists to utilize our backline of drums, bass and guitar… Read more »
AMP’s After Dark Jazz Soiree!!
Join us for an enchanting evening of live jazz, candlelight, and community at Anacortes Music Projects Jazz Soirée. Featuring performances by three jazz ensembles, this intimate event promises a magical, music-filled night at the Art Center at Buxtons. DBX/Don Bird Experiment Crazy Like a Fox AHS Jazz Combo Enjoy the glow of candlelight and sip… Read more »
Doin’ Things the Way They Happen Jam!
Come have a jam in the key of everything! Show and tell your unique instrument or custom FX chain. Expound on new knowledge, musical learnings or philosophies. The Doin’ Things The Way They Happen Jam honors Anacortes’ vibrant musical heritage with a free-form jam, and you are invited to help us paint with sound and collab… Read more »
AMP Camp 2025! 7/8-7/11 OR 8/4-8/8
When: July 7th-11th OR Aug 4th-8th (two sessions) Where: Art Center @ Buxton’s @ 1904 Commercial Ave, Anacortes Time: M-F 10-4 PM Who: anyone 12-18 years old (all experience levels welcome) Fee: $425.00 Please email info@anacortesmusicproject.org to ask about scholarships and reduced tuition! We work with lovely financial sponsors in our community (shout out to… Read more »
Strings Camp 2025! 8/18-8/22
At AMP Overture Strings Camp, kids ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to be introduced to violin, viola, or cello in a fun, fast-paced environment. Instructors from the Skagit Symphony will teach the basics: how to hold the instrument and bow, how to pluck the strings, form notes with the left hand, and bow the… Read more »
Acoustic Jam Circle, first Thursdays!
Join us for an all ages acoustic jam, led by Kenny Holzemer! First Thursdays 7-8:30 PM Any and all experience welcome. Art Center @ Buxton’s – 1904 Commercial Ave
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About AMP
Anacortes Music Project is a volunteer-run, community-driven organization committed to the support and development of musicians of all ages. We cultivate opportunities for people to come together and be part of creating something greater than the sum of its parts. We sprouted out of a rich heritage of original music and a history of local music appreciation. We build on this legacy of the Anacortes music scene by fostering platforms that honor the original music we create together. We are inspired by the full spectrum of music and creative energy in Anacortes, and we welcome all ages and all walks of life to contribute to the musical culture of our town.
Our free publication, Show Chime, is our platform for music creatives and a way to draw the community into the work we’re doing. We create vibrant spaces to celebrate and amplify local, live music including AMPfest in the summers and Yule Bizarre in the winter. We provide summer music camps for kids, a free instrument-lending library, a streaming broadcast of ever-expanding Anacortes music, and more.
We want to give every opportunity to the youth and those musically curious to explore their wildest dreams. We will be there to crank up their tunes!
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Doin’ Things the Way They Happen Jam!
Come have a jam in the key of everything! Show and tell your unique instrument or custom FX chain. Expound on new knowledge, musical learnings or philosophies. The Doin’ Things The Way They Happen Jam honors Anacortes’ vibrant musical heritage with a free-form jam, and you are invited to help us paint with sound and collab… Read more »
Ebb Slack and Flood & Cardova! Dance Party @ AMP!
We wanted to put on an all age funk show with our Bellingham friends Cardova! This event is going to be held to bring people together in our community and enjoy some funk, soul, and reggae. $10 at the door for 4 hours of music! No host bar with beer and wine. 18 and younger… Read more »
Applications for AMP Fest 2025 OPEN!
Thank you for your interest in AMP Fest 2025! We are looking for musical acts with a running time between 20- 40 minutes. We accept soloists and group acts. Cover bands not accepted; primarily original music required. One or two covers is okay. All AMP Festivals require artists to utilize our backline of drums, bass and guitar… Read more »
AMP’s After Dark Jazz Soiree!!
Join us for an enchanting evening of live jazz, candlelight, and community at Anacortes Music Projects Jazz Soirée. Featuring performances by three jazz ensembles, this intimate event promises a magical, music-filled night at the Art Center at Buxtons. DBX/Don Bird Experiment Crazy Like a Fox AHS Jazz Combo Enjoy the glow of candlelight and sip… Read more »
Strings Camp 2025! 8/18-8/22
At AMP Overture Strings Camp, kids ages 8-12 will have the opportunity to be introduced to violin, viola, or cello in a fun, fast-paced environment. Instructors from the Skagit Symphony will teach the basics: how to hold the instrument and bow, how to pluck the strings, form notes with the left hand, and bow the… Read more »
Cory Vincent & The Electric Band- DVD Release Party
May 24. Official release of the “Live At The Muse” concert film. Enjoy a private screening of portions of the film, followed by a very special, rare, one-off ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE by The Electric Band!
AMP Camp 2025! 7/8-7/11 OR 8/4-8/8
When: July 7th-11th OR Aug 4th-8th (two sessions) Where: Art Center @ Buxton’s @ 1904 Commercial Ave, Anacortes Time: M-F 10-4 PM Who: anyone 12-18 years old (all experience levels welcome) Fee: $425.00 Please email info@anacortesmusicproject.org to ask about scholarships and reduced tuition! We work with lovely financial sponsors in our community (shout out to… Read more »
Punk Show! 4-25-25
This teen-led show is bolstered by AMP and we are ready to head-bang!!!! Join us for an incredible night with 4 Skagit local bands!!! -ALL AGES -Art Center @ Buxton’s, 1904 Commercial Ave -Doors at 7:30 pm, music @ 8:00 pm -15.00 @ door
Our PA Systems
We have 2 tiers of PA systems and sound engineers that we make available for hire.
Recording
Capture the vibrant energy of your music with our live recording sessions, perfect for:
Demos, Live albums, Audition recordings, Rare performances
Tommy Stinson with special guest Karla Rose!
Guess who’s coming back to town? That’s right Tommy Stinson of The Replacements, Guns and Roses, Bash and Pop, Soul Asylum, Cowboys in the Campfire and several lifetimes worth of putting the Punk in Rock. Join us Sunday February 23rd for an encore performance at Buxton’s thanks to our good buddies, local heroes and patron… Read more »
Rock the Island 1/31/25 @ 7 PM
The AHS Broadcast Club and AMP present: Rock the Island 2025! An epic battle of the bands! 1/31/25 @ 7 PM Art Center @ Buxton’s $5 entry
