Simon’s Dream represents a rare chance to hear the eclectic and uplifting music of the seminal British instrumental group Penguin Cafe Orchestra, played live by a band which includes members of the original ensemble. Jennifer Maidman and Annie Whitehead were both long standing members of the original group and collaborated extensively with its late founder Simon Jeffes. Simon started the band after a series of unusual dreams and visions about a possible dystopian future and it’s antidote, a magical cafe where a special kind of music would be played which would open hearts, connect souls, and lift spirits. Joining Jennifer and Annie on stage will be some of the Hudson Valley’s finest musicians : Scott Petito, Jerry Marotta, Liam Singer and Jonathan Talbot.

Simon’s Dream – The Music of Penguin Café Orchestra

Maverick Concert Hall

Join multi-award-winning musicians Deirdre Cartwright and Alison Rayner as they celebrate 50 years of musical partnership and collaboration. From meeting in a shed in Peckham in the summer of 1976 to becoming two of the UK's most respected jazz musicians, Cartwright and Rayner have shared an extraordinary musical journey. Together they have played in groundbreaking groups including Jam Today, The Guest Stars, The Electric Landladies, and, more recently, the Deirdre Cartwright Group and Alison Rayner Quintet (ARQ).

Annie Whitehead

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 25, 2026

Deirdre Cartwright & Alison Rayner Celebrate 50 Years of Music · Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club

Past events

Jul 18, 2026

Simon’s Dream – The Music of Penguin Café Orchestra · Maverick Concerts

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