Even if you’re going out Saturday for Valentine’s Day, you should consider the benefits of some excellent musical foreplay on Friday night. I’ll take the occasion to sing one love song after the next in every genre you can imagine. Expect lots of tunes like “Bless the Broken Road,” “All of Me,” “My Eyes,” “Handyman,” “She’s Got a Way About Her,” and more. Just be aware that I might not be able to keep myself from performing some blues along the way — songs that address a few of the less tender sentiments that can arise.

So start your Valentine’s weekend off right with a romantic night of sweet acoustic music at Frankie’s Piccolo Bistro. I’ll be playing from 6-9 pm at 656 North Salina Street (frankiesnybistro.com).

You’ll definitely want to make reservations by calling 315-863-4098. Make sure to tell them to seat you upstairs with me. They’ll have a 4:00pm – 6:00 pm Early Bird Special: one free drink or dessert w/ the purchase of any entrée (not good with any other offers).