Open Mic via Zoom: Rich Newman
ZoomRich Newman is a songwriter and award-winning journalist from Ulster County, New York. He describes his musical style as “the Country side of Folk,” and his songs reveal a spiritual curiosity, a keen sensitivity to the joys and frustrations of human relationships, and a sly sense of humor. Rich’s influences include John Prine, Jerry Jeff […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Elly Wininger
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkInducted into the NY Blues Hall of Fame in 2014, Elly Wininger is a 2023 International Blues Challenge Semifinalist. A veteran of the Greenwich Village folk scene, she played the opening night at CBGB. Elly's deep involvement with the country blues as well as her award-winning original songs have earned her a reputation for highly […]
Kingston Chapter: Marc Von Em
Unitarian Fellowship, Kingston 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston, NY, United StatesThe Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our 2023-2024 Coffeehouse Series on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston. Our featured performer is Marc Von Em. Marc Von Em’s soulful sound is driven by skilled acoustic guitar playing and a rich, dynamic voice. His […]
Rock Tavern Chapter: Bennett Harris
Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, United StatesThe Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Bennett Harris. ~~~~~ Bennett Harris is an excellent fingerpicking blues guitarist/singer, located in Woodstock, NY. His extensive repertoire features both traditional and original songs, including tunes from the songbooks of Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson, Blind Blake, Ry Cooder, Hot Tuna, […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Storm King Skyline
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkStorm King Skyline: Kevin & Carol Becker, Rich Keyes, Ken & Linda Sheehan Start with deep roots in traditional folk music, add musical versatility, mix in both historical and contemporary themes, all seasoned with a healthy dose of good-natured humor, then enjoy a performance by Storm King Skyline. A newly formed musical group, Storm King […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Jim Pospisil
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkJim Pospisil is a singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the Hudson Valley whose songs are marked by well crafted, sometimes quirky lyrics and themes from the personal to the profound. A mix of folk, blues, rock and more, his performances on guitar, mandolin, flute and harmonica can be soft and subtle, or wild and energetic. […]
Open Mic via Zoom: Ann Vidrine
Ann Vidrine is a songwriter-guitarist from Louisiana. She describes her originals as "performances in perspective", where her lyric and melody serve as reflections on her life experiences. Prior to the pandemic, Ann made her living as a traditional Cajun fiddler. After releasing her first album, Cajun Classics in 1990, she received a nomination for Best […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Betty and the Baby Boomers
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkThe Hudson Valley acoustic group Betty and the Baby Boomers (Betty Boomer, Jean Valla McAvoy, Paul Rubeo, Robert Bard, and Steve Stanne) have been recognized regionally – they “sing and play old-school folk like it was brand spanking new” (Kingston’s Daily Freeman); nationally – “a refreshing reminder of the halcyon days of American folk music” […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Grampa Joe’s Washboard Band
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkGrampa Joe’s Washboard Band was formed in 2017. The band is made up of Grampa Joe Cardella on vocals and washboard, Vince Sauter on vocals and stand-up fretless bass, and Wayne Chadwell on vocals and 6-string high-strung banjo. All three members have played in bands and as individuals since they were teenagers and all three […]
Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Lark
Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New YorkLark formed among friends at an annual backyard party, coalescing around singer-guitarist Charles Wellcome whose angelic tenor is as comfortable expressing joy or sorrow, softness or grit, sweetness or sarcasm. Percussionist David Budd's background and musical influences are diverse and extensive. At home playing jazz, rock, folk, and blues, David's sensitivity to the music keeps […]