Music scene · Hillandale

In Hillandale, a suburban community of about 5,002 people, local music means church choirs, acoustic sets at the community center, and the occasional school choir concerts. Bands from the Washington, D.C. area occasionally make the short drive for an intimate performance.

Venues in Hillandale are practical: the church fellowship hall, the community center, and the high school auditorium handle local performances. Seasonal events at the county fairgrounds and park pavilion add local bands, and a nearby bar or restaurant may host an open mic.

Performances in Hillandale are usually by local and regional artists, with musicians from the nearby Washington, D.C. area occasionally stopping in for a show.

Newcomers in Hillandale should check the community center bulletin board and church newsletters for open mic nights and choir rehearsals. Joining the high school or college music program is a good first step, while driving to Washington, D.C. offers more regular gigs.