Rochester, NY

The Montage Music Hall

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Montage Music Hall in downtown Rochester is a dedicated live-music club presenting local, regional, and national touring acts across rock, punk, alternative, indie, metal, hardcore, emo, pop, funk, soul, R&B, jam, and other styles. For musicians, the room is performance-first and designed around full live shows rather than restaurant or bar background entertainment. Bands should bring a polished set, strong stage presence, and a clear musical identity. Touring packages and multi-band bills fit naturally within the venue. Montage is best suited to artists that thrive in club environments and want an engaged Rochester audience that comes specifically for the music. It offers performers a longstanding downtown stage with broad genre flexibility and a strong connection to the regional touring circuit.

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Randy Peck
Role
Talent Buyer
585-734-4826Open booking page

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Capacity
400
Age policy
16+
Genres
All Genres
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Address
55 Chestnut Street, 14604, United States
Venue phone
(585) 413-1642

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