Music in the Palm Garden
- Monroe County Public Library
- Dec 16, 2025
- 3 min read
Join us in the Palm Garden next to the Key West Library (700 Fleming Street, Key West) for our concert series.
Sean Gaskell
Wednesday, January 14, 6 pm
Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp. He studied under the instruction of Moriba Kuyateh and the late Malamini Jobarteh at their home in Brikama, Gambia, over three extensive visits between 2008-2018. In 2023, he made his first visit to Senegal to study with Youssoupha Cissokho and his son Mamadou Cissokho in the town of Saly.
Hungrytown
Wednesday, January 21, 6 pm
Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson, through their years of worldwide touring and tireless devotion to many classic genres of music, have crafted Hungrytown into a true artistic hybrid. Lyricist Rebecca Hall is credited with compositions “that sound as timeless as any traditional songs” (Northern Sky, UK) while producer/multi-instrumentalist/husband Ken Anderson is lauded for his “remarkable affinity for instrumental embellishment” (No Depression) and for crafting Hungrytown’s “gorgeous vocal harmonies” (Folk and Roots, UK).
Marc Douglas Berardo & Grace Morrison
Wednesday, January 28, 6 pm
Grace Morrison has been described as "unbelievably masterful behind the wheel of a guitar." Marc Berardo's sharply drawn, award winning song portraits cast a net on unusual and beguiling characters and places.
Veronneau
Wednesday, February 4, 6 pm
Award-winning Washington DC-based Veronneau defy categorization. At the core, the husband-and-wife duo — Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau and UK guitarist Ken Avis — translate the themes of their musical journeys into captivating multilingual performances with spirited, jazzy, retro, soulful original songs and classics from the worlds of bossa nova, French chanson, folk, blues and pop.
Veronneau delights through Lynn’s spectacular voice, her heartfelt and artful delivery of the lyrics and through Ken’s brilliant and vibrant playfulness on the guitar. They play off one another, carefully choosing songs for their powerful melodies and imagery. They have built a devoted following through constant tours and recordings.
Peter Fletcher
Wednesday, February 11, 6 pm
With a rich history of performances spanning prestigious venues across the United States, classical guitarist Peter Fletcher’s captivating music resonates with audiences worldwide. Peter Fletcher’s emotionally charged interpretations breathe life into every note, showcasing his ability to convey profound emotions and subtle nuances, creating a deeply resonant and personal musical experience.
Gladius
Wednesday, February 25, 6 pm
Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, pupiled by Andrés Segovia’s protégé, and driven to obsession by Eddie Van Halen—Gladius is an award-winning composer and “accomplished classical/flamenco style guitarist” who soulfully “shreds on the electric” (Phil Keaggy), sharing the bill with Grammy winners and mesmerizing audiences nationwide with his electrifying live act since 2016.
The Kennedys
Wednesday, March 4, 6 pm
The Kennedys are an American folk-rock band, consisting of husband and wife Pete and Maura Kennedy. They are recognized for their harmonies and instrumental prowess, blending elements of country music, bluegrass, Western swing and jangle pop.
All performances are free and open to the public. You do not need a Monroe County Public Library card to attend. The entrance to the Palm Garden is on Fleming Street, next to the Key West Library. In the case of inclement weather, performances will be moved inside the Library.
There is a small parking lot behind the Library, with an entrance on Elizabeth Street. The lot fills quickly, so please allow time to find on-street parking. The Library is also a bus stop on Key West Rides on-demand bus service.
