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Pete Mason is a teacher and writer living outside Albany. "Counting Down the Number Line" is his fourth children's book with illustrator Ryan Kerrigan. He is Publisher of NYS Music.

He promotes artists through PhanArt shows, highlighting music-inspired fan creations while supporting The Mockingbird Foundation and Groovesafe.

Pete@NYSMusic.com

Upcoming Shows

Jam for Tots Shows Bring Holiday Cheer Across NYS

Pete Mason Nov 10, 2026

For the 2026 holiday season, NYS Music has once again partnered with venues across the state to bring holiday cheer and live music, while brightening the spirits of children most in need, with Jam for Tots. In the spirit of giving…

News Desk

Livestream Trey Anastasio and Billy Strings Shows to Benefit Divided Sky Foundation

Pete Mason Nov 10, 2026

On Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, Trey Anastasio and Billy Strings - backed by the Trey Anastasio Band - will share the stage for two shows at DCU Center Arena in Worcester, Massachusetts. With both shows hot…

Classical

Hudson Valley Symphony Opens 2026–2027 Season with “Symphony and Song”

Pete Mason Nov 6, 2026

The Hudson Valley Symphony Orchestra will open its 2026–2027 Philharmonic Season on Saturday, November 21 at 3:00 p.m. with Philharmonic I: Symphony and Song at Christ Episcopal Church in Poughkeepsie. The concert marks a special…

Video

Watch Drew Kiddoo and the Blackouts’ Latest “Diggin’ My Own Graveyard”

Pete Mason Nov 4, 2026

Ithaca-based Drew Kiddoo and The Blackouts bring their rowdy yet heartfelt country rock to their latest single, "Diggin' My Own Graveyard." The second release off their upcoming album Black Widow, “Diggin’ My Own Graveyard” is not…

Photo Gallery

MSG & Jalen Brunson Honor Harry Styles at Sold-Out Finale of “Together, Together”…

Pete Mason Nov 3, 2026

Madison Square Garden celebrated the final show of Harry Styles’ sold-out 30-night “Together, Together” residency at MSG on Halloween, raising a banner to The Garden’s rafters and unveiling a new “Defining Moments” exhibit at the arena. …

Show Reviews

In Focus: Los Lobos at The Egg in Albany

Pete Mason Oct 29, 2026

Your step-dad's favorite band, Los Lobos, performed at The Egg in Albany on Friday, October 23. This evening there was no guitar or singing from Cesar Rosas, who missed his flight per bassist Conrad Lozano. So the band stepped up and…

Album Reviews

Hearing Aide: NY-21 Candidate Constantino’s Hip-Hop Album

Pete Mason Oct 28, 2026

Republican candidate for the open NY-21 seat in Congress, Anthony Constantino, released his first ever album in a new genre - 'presidential album' - back in January. The founder and CEO of Sticker Mule, based in Amsterdam, made headlines…

Upcoming Shows

Dewey Dubs Plans HOLOween Rave at Waterhole

Pete Mason Oct 27, 2026

Dewey Dubs, harnessing the essence of the Saranac Lake EDM community, has announced their third Halloween show at the Waterhole on November 7. Branded as HOLOween Rave, Dewey Dubs brings sponsor Subsellar's proprietary holographic wall…

Upcoming Shows

CCO 50th Season Chamber Series Kicks Off With “Nielsen and Fauré”

Pete Mason Oct 26, 2026

The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra has announced "Nielsen and Fauré," a captivating chamber music concert, will kick off the 50th Season Chamber Series on Sunday, November 15 at 3:00 pm at the First Unitarian Society of Ithaca. Don't miss an…

Features

Falco & Book Play Jerry Garcia Live at Boulton Center in Bay Shore this November

Pete Mason Oct 20, 2026

Andy Falco and Travis Book share a love for the music of Jerry Garcia, one born of a mutual respect and admiration for the music legend. Coming to the Boulton Center in Bay Shore on Friday, November 20, Falco & Book Play Garcia…

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