Finger Lakes Independent Music Arts (FLIMA) was founded in the summer of 2010. Our mission is to create opportunities for musicians to network, collaborate, and mentor. To advocate for musicians' fair pay, creative freedom, and professional development. And to engage the community through concerts, workshops, and interactive music programs.
New Year, New FLIMA!Our programs and events depend on community support. These days it feels more and more difficult to reach people on social media. Each time they update the algorithm, our posts get less interaction. We’re pivoting away from… Read More »FLIMA Beat
FLIMA Productions proudly presents an evening of eclectic music featuring renowned multi-instrumentalist and composer Matt Venuti. This “World Music Journey” will take you on an exploratory journey of rhythms, moods, and soundscapes with flavors from around the globe. Venuti will… Read More »World Music Journey 11/29
Join us for an evening of music with the Janelle Bradshaw Quartet. Featuring Michael George Gonzalez (guitar), Doug Henrie (upright bass), and James Ralls (drums). Paired with an exceptional dining experience at Ferona Bar + Kitchen. “Improv is an exhilarating… Read More »Janelle Bradshaw Quartet 11/25
FLIMA Productions curates and hosts a variety of community music events and concerts. “FLIMA Wednesdays” happens every week at Rio Tomatlan restaurant in Canandaigua, NY with a different music theme. This week was the Jazz Jam featuring Craig Snyder (guitar).
FLIMA Music Wednesdays are live weekly music experiences hosted by FLIMA Productions. We have formed a partnership with Rio Tomatlan and Ferona restaurants to bring community music events and performances to Canandaigua, NY. Every Wednesday will rotate through a variety… Read More »Open Mic at Rio 11/23
XTempo Music Lab by FLIMA Music Nights The November edition of #XTempoMusic happens tonight from 6-9pm! #FLiMA provides a full sound system (mains, monitors, mics) and a backline (drums, bass + guitar amp). Everyone is welcome to join in one… Read More »XTempo Music Lab 11/15 🔊
Sunday Music Brunches are back at Rio Tomatlan in Canandaigua, NY. The restaurant opens for brunch at 11am and music kicks off at 12pm. In the early ‘90s, Paradigm Shift was born in Rochester, NY to bring the spirit back… Read More »Paradigm Shift Duo 11/20
Ferona-Flima Friday music series continues on November 18, 2022 with Chris Stephens. Chris Stephens is a natural live performer who brings a lot of passion/energy, strong vocals and a multi-instrumental experience every time. His latest EP When It Was Dark… Read More »Chris Stephens 11/18
