The 41st Street Music Patch is a grassroots backyard concert series in Bradenton that's about to launch its fourth season. The hosts, Greg and Jude Creamer, have held dozens of concerts over the past several years, introducing Bradenton audiences to both homegrown talent and nationally touring artists.
Unlike many traditional venues, these shows strip away distractions, allowing the music to take center stage. Guests reserve seats, bring their own drinks, add something to the community snack table, and settle in for an evening of music under the oaks.
Artists often stay overnight with their hosts, saving on travel while building connections that make the Music Patch feel like extended family. The Listening Room Network has also played a key role, connecting the Patch with touring artists who seek intimate, respectful audiences between larger gigs.
Now entering its fourth season, the Music Patch continues to bring new performers to the backyard while keeping the audience intentionally small. With seating limited to about 50 guests, every seat stays close to the music.
2026-27 Season Schedule
This year's season stretches from September through May, with nationally touring artists, returning Music Patch traditions, and two Open Mic Nights for local musicians.
Allison Nash & Friends
Friday, September 18 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
The season gets an early start with a special pre-season jazz concert featuring five accomplished female jazz artists led by Allison Nash. The evening offers a fitting introduction to another year at the Music Patch, with accomplished musicians performing for an attentive audience beneath the live oaks.
Ryan Biter
Friday, October 16 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
A soulful Americana storyteller with exceptional guitar work and a commanding voice. Biter brings together folk troubadour storytelling and rock-poet energy for the official opening of the Under the Live Oaks season.
Open Mic Night
Sunday, November 1 | 6 PM - 9 PM
The Music Patch opens its stage to local musicians for an evening of community performances. All genres and experience levels are welcome.
Daniel Kimbro
Saturday, November 21 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
A multi-Grammy-nominated bassist and songwriter known for his virtuosity, quick wit, and gift for storytelling.
Carrie Welling
Sunday, December 13 | 6 PM - 9 PM
A seasoned Nashville performer with a powerful voice and songs centered on resilience and hope.
Griefcat
Saturday, January 9 | 7:00 PM
A musical comedy duo pairing beautiful harmonies with razor-sharp wit and clever original songs.
The Whispering Tree
Saturday, January 30 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
This contemporary folk duo brings haunting harmonies and poetic songwriting that have reached No. 1 on the International Folk DJ Charts.
La Lucha
Friday, February 19 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
Tampa Bay's acclaimed jazz trio brings nearly two decades of musical chemistry, creativity, and musicianship to the backyard stage.
Open Mic Night
Saturday, March 6 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Local musicians get another night on the Music Patch stage. Performers of all genres and experience levels are welcome to participate.
The Honey Badgers
Saturday, March 20 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
A folk and Americana duo known for intimate songwriting, luminous harmonies, soulful fiddle, and lyrics with plenty of heart.
Hobo Cane
Saturday, April 10 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
Nashville singer-songwriter Javier Mendoza brings Americana, Spanish rhythms, and rock together in performances rooted in storytelling.
André Roy
Friday, May 7 | 7 PM - 9:30 PM
The season closes with seven-string guitarist André Roy, whose impressive musicianship puts the guitar front and center.
How the Music Patch Came to Be
Sometimes the best music doesn't happen in crowded arenas or noisy bars, but instead, under the trees with good friends, comfy outdoor patio seating, and a shared snack table. That's the spirit of the 41st Street Music Patch.
The story of the Music Patch is as personal as it is musical. It began with Greg and Jude Creamer's longtime friends who had formed a family band, dubbed the "von Barnes Family Band." Every year, the Barnes would come visit the Creamers, no matter where they lived. Each time, they would try to create either a porch fest or find them a gig at a restaurant to give them opportunities to perform.
When Greg and Jude moved to Bradenton in 2021, they found a home with something special: a small backyard stage, shaded by live oaks and just big enough to gather 50 people. It didn't take long to picture the von Barnes Family Band playing that stage. And in the spring of 2022, they did.
That first concert planted the seed for what became the "Under the Live Oaks" series. Since then, it's grown into a true listening space for music lovers, neighbors, and touring artists passing through Bradenton.
A Tradition Built on Friends and Music
The 41st Street Music Patch isn't a business. It's a labor of love, built on music, friendship, and the joy of bringing people together.
Each concert works because neighbors come together, enjoy the relaxed setup, share something on the snack table, and give their attention to the artists on stage. That simple mix of generosity and curiosity has made the Patch a true community tradition.
As the fourth season gets underway, the Music Patch continues to show how much can grow from one backyard stage, a shared love of live music, and a community willing to listen. With only about 50 seats available for each concert, guests are encouraged to reserve early for the performances they want to catch.
FAQ
What is the 41st Street Music Patch?
The 41st Street Music Patch is a grassroots backyard concert series in Bradenton, hosted by Greg and Jude Creamer since 2022. Shows are held under live oaks in their backyard, capped at about 50 guests, and feature both local talent and nationally touring artists in an intimate, distraction-free setting.
When is the 41st Street Music Patch season, and how often are the concerts?
The 2026-27 season runs September through May, with concerts roughly once a month. The lineup includes 11 headline performances plus two Open Mic Nights for local musicians, kicking off September 18 and closing May 7.
How do I get tickets to a Music Patch show?
Seats must be reserved in advance since each concert is limited to about 50 guests. There's no ticket purchase in the traditional sense. Guests reserve a seat, bring their own drinks, and contribute something to the shared community snack table.
Who is playing at the 41st Street Music Patch this season?
The 2026-27 lineup includes Allison Nash & Friends, Ryan Biter, Daniel Kimbro, Carrie Welling, Griefcat, The Whispering Tree, La Lucha, The Honey Badgers, Hobo Cane, and André Roy, along with two Open Mic Nights open to any local musician.
How did the 41st Street Music Patch get started?
It began in spring 2022 when Greg and Jude Creamer, who'd moved to Bradenton in 2021, hosted their longtime friends' family band, the "von Barnes Family Band," on their backyard stage. That first show became the seed for the "Under the Live Oaks" series, which has since grown into an established community tradition rather than a commercial venue.
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