Live acoustic music from the Inland Northwest

Songs for the hour after dusk.

The Nightjars blend our own compositions with covers of songs we love, drawing on traditional Irish music, Delta Blues, American Folk and ancient African rhythms.

About us

It took us fifteen years to find our sound.

The Nightjars are a group of friends who discovered, a little later than most, that making music together was what we were meant to do. Each member of the band brings a different background and passion to the stage, and the result is a sound that is hard to pin down and easy to love.

You will find us playing festivals, community events, private gatherings and anywhere around the Inland Northwest that wants good acoustic music and a warm room.

Why we play
The Nightjars singer performing outdoors

Our why

Our why

We believe that everyone on earth has been bestowed with gifts and talents, and it is through the sharing of those talents that we can fully realize our purpose in life.

It is never too late to find and share your talents. It took us 15 years to find ours. Join us on our journey of discovery, and let us help you find yours.

The music

Our own songs, and the ones we love.

We blend original compositions with covers, and every song carries a little of where each of us comes from. We hope you will enjoy our music!

  • 01

    Traditional Irish

    Reels, airs and ballads that have been passed hand to hand for generations.

  • 02

    Delta Blues

    Slide, grit and twelve bar honesty straight from the Mississippi.

  • 03

    American Folk

    Story songs and sing alongs built on acoustic guitar and close harmony.

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    African Rhythms

    Ancient grooves and hand drums that keep the whole room moving.

News and updates

From the road

All updates

Our first show!

Okay, so it wasn’t our first show. But it was our first show with our new sound system! We look forward to a lot more opportunities…

Contact us

Bring The Nightjars to your event.

Planning a festival, wedding, fundraiser or backyard gathering? Tell us a little about it and we will get back to you.