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2026-09-19 – The Globe Grand Opening! Stereo Donkey, Fanny Alger, Sunbather Die

tickets here: https://ticketstripe.com/fanny-sunbather-donkey

Sight & Sound with Kathy Moore

Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM: 6/9 7/21 8/18 9/15 1904 Commercial $60 fee Tired of guessing your way through music? This course cuts through the confusion. You’ll develop real ear training skills, learn to read without fear, and understand theory in a practical, musical way—no fluff. Just  tools that make you a stronger, more confident musician. Register… Read more »

AMP Community Choir- Holiday Edition

Our newest session of AMP’s Community Choir, led by our amazing director, Kathy Moore starts September 29th! Kathy is arranging some unique versions of holiday favorites for us to learn beautiful and rich harmonies. The final performance will be at AMP’s Rockin’ Yule Bizarre on December 19th. Where: The Globe 1904 C0mmercial When: Tuesday Evenings… Read more »

The Piano Starts Here. Featuring the music of Elliott Smith

Two grand pianos. Candlelight. The music of Elliott Smith. Kathy Moore, Tim Mechling, Ben Starner, and a special guest come together for an intimate night of Elliott Smith’s music. Stripped down, reimagined, and played the way it deserves to be heard: close up and loud enough to feel. Settle in with a drink, good food,… Read more »

Jazz Jam!

Second Sundays through 2026 with a 3 month break for June/July/August Join us at Buxton’s on second Sundays at 6 p.m. for inclusive, free, all ages jazz jams presented by AMP and the Manieri Jazz Endowment. These evenings carry on the age-old jazz tradition of community jams, with a focus on fun and direct learning… Read more »

Toddler Sing Along w/Huckleberry! Wednesdays @ 10:30

Toddler Sing-Along is a joyful, low key music circle for ages 1 to 3 (older siblings welcome!). Join us at 1904 Commercial for singing, exploring small hand instruments, and plenty of free play. Caregivers and littles sit together in a cozy circle while our leader plays guitar and guides familiar songs, creating a relaxed space… Read more »

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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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Live From The Snug! Bad Posture Club

1904 Commercial Ave, upstairs
6:30 – Donations encouraged
Extremely limited seating

Bad Posture Club is a queer folk duo made up of Maren Day and Morgan Kavanagh.
Also broadcast live on our radio station: https://anacortesmusicproject.org/tune-in/

Show Chime! 2025 November

2025 Rockin’ Yule Bizarre

Atown’s festive, musical showcase starring our local favorites! See short sets of holiday music performed by local musicians.

Friday Movie Night, featuring: Spinal Tap! 11/7 @ 7:30 PM

Join us for a movie night on our big screen featuring the cult classic, Spinal Tap! 1904 Commercial Ave Friday, 11/7 @ 7:30 5 dollar tickets Popcorn for all!    

18+ Musician Meet-Up! 11/6 @ 6 PM

Come join us for some 18+ networking and meet other local musicians! 1904 Commercial Ave November 6th, @ 6 PM First Thursday acoustic jam to follow 7-8:30  

Casaundra May & James – Live From the Snug 10/30 @ 6:30

Join us for an intimate concert- Live From the Snug- with Casaundra & James, a root blues duo from the heart of Skagit County. Together, Casaundra May and James have created a unique and dynamic presentation of the Blues that would be right at home in Mississsippi, right here at home in the Skagit Valley!… Read more »

Her Name Was Princess, Cumulus & Rainshadower 11/22 @ 7 PM

Join us for a night of live music with, Her Name Was Princess, Cumulus and Rainshadower! Buxton’s, 1904 Commercial Ave, Anacortes Doors/music @ 7 All ages, $15 cover

Show Chime! 2025 October

Show Chime! 2025 September

AMPFest 2025!

Jazz Jam!

Second Sundays through 2026 with a 3 month break for June/July/August Join us at Buxton’s on second Sundays at 6 p.m. for inclusive, free, all ages jazz jams presented by AMP and the Manieri Jazz Endowment. These evenings carry on the age-old jazz tradition of community jams, with a focus on fun and direct learning… Read more »

Show Chime! 2025 August

Family Karaoke Night!

Join us for a casual evening of karaoke with the fam at the Anacortes Music Project! Whether you want to sing a favorite tune or just hang out and listen, everyone’s welcome. Hosted by our friend Caitlin, it’s a laid-back night for all ages to enjoy music together! When: Thursday, July 31st Where: Art Center… Read more »

Show Chime! 2025 July

We Were Heroes Reunion Show!!! 6/21 7PM

After a 10 year hibernation, the Heroes boys are back at it again.  A little grayer, a little older, definitely not any more mature, but still capable of melting every damn face in a room.  Brace yourselves for a night of tasty riffs, lots of screaming and definitely some sweat.  We Were Heroes rise from the ashes and wouldn’t want their first… Read more »

Shipwreck Music Fest 2025

Saturday, July 19th, 2025.  All Ages, Free.  Causland Park, 8th and N ave.

Show Chime! 2025 June

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 »

Show Chime! 2025 May

Show Chime! 2025 April