Open Mic via Zoom: Ann Vidrine
2024-06-22 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | New York
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 Female Vocalist in the Cajun French Music Awards. Notable appearances include performing at France’s 34th International Juan-les-Pins Jazz Festival, a cameo role on A&E’s City Confidential: “Scandal on the Bayou,” and Good Morning America.
In 2016, Ann received the state’s Folklife Heritage Award for her efforts in promoting, presenting and preserving Louisiana’s multi-cultural heritage.
Ann may be reached at: annevidrine@gmail.com

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Topic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom

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OPEN MIC
Music starts at 7:30, but if you arrive at 7:00 you can spend some time catching up with friends, helping each other sound check, and just generally enjoying the mellow Folk Guild vibe.
Ethan Campbell will be the Zoom maestro, so if you’re a musician and you’re planning to perform, let Ethan know as soon as you come in from the Waiting Room. He’ll get you into the next available slot. Everybody gets two songs or eight (8) minutes, whichever comes first.

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Betty and the Baby Boomers
2024-06-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
The 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” (Sing Out!); and internationally, with many bookings over the years for Clifden Arts Week, a well-known festival in Ireland.
As Clearwater staff and board members, the Boomers worked with Pete Seeger, who regularly performed one of McAvoy’s original songs, “Down by the River,” included on his Grammy-winning album Tomorrow’s Children with the Rivertown Kids. They wrap distinctive harmonies around songs from Seeger, Phil Ochs, and others who inspired their generation, plus contemporary and original material in that tradition.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Grampa Joe’s Washboard Band
2024-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Grampa 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 play other instruments and have other musical interests as well.
The style of music is difficult to describe so they simply call it “New Orleans style jazz, blues, string band, jug band, washboard band music”. The music choices are intended to offer something interestingly different from mainstream and are intended to offer surprises and humor.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Lark
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Lark 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 him busy with a variety of local bands. Terri Massardo has elevated several groups throughout the Hudson Valley. Starting with Yankee Rose, Terri has brought her rich, soulful vocals to The Cover Girls, The Broad Band, and Trio Mio.
Bob Bottjer has never met a musical genre that he can’t play, and his virtuosity on guitar and steel have got him in high demand around the region. His tasteful, unobtrusive licks make everything sound better.
Bassist Steve Massardo is solid and steady and his harmonies round out the Lark sound. The band plays a variety of familiar, mostly-acoustic music in three-part harmony.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Phil Miller
2024-07-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Phil is substituting for our original performer, Bob Stanhope.
Phil Miller, singer/songwriter likes the phrase “Song Smith,” forging catchy, toe-tapping melodies paired with vivid imagery. His style is a healthy blend of contemporary acoustic, folk, country, a hint of jazz, a dash of the blues and a simmered slowly with the influence from pop and rock of the 70’s and 80’s. Like a travel agent for the ears and soul, his songs try to bring you into familiar places or safely travel to destinations of the heart.
Phil often plays in a duo with Betty Altman, but today’s show is a special solo appearance.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

“Beyond A Simple Folk Song” Concert 2024
2024-07-28 | The Stissing Center, 2950 Church Street, Pine Plains, NY, 12567
“Beyond a Simple Folk Song” was conceived in 2009 to be an annual concert of music that challenges acoustic singer/songwriters and musicians to venture out of their comfort zones and stretch their craft beyond the constructs and scope of a song.
For this year’s concert, join us for our headline act with the Piedmont Blūz Acoustic Duo, comprised of the Country Blues duo Valerie and Benedict Turner. Our opening act features Kurt Henry & Cheryl Lambert, followed by a chamber piece composed by Kevin Becker and performed by Melissa Holland and Linda Bresnahan. Our MC for the afternoon is Steve Allen.
The Stissing Center,
July 28, 2024, 2pm-4pm
2950 Church St, Pine Plains, NY 12567
General admission tickets are available on line at the website – www.thestissingcenter.org
$20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Piedmont Blūz Acoustic Duo
The Piedmont Blūz Acoustic Duo, comprised of Valerie and Benedict Turner, are ambassadors of Country Blues music and the Piedmont style of fingerpicking. Their mission is to help bring awareness to this unique aspect of African-American culture, and to the contributions of early blues artists, through performing and teaching.
They have been entertaining audiences both domestically and abroad and are much loved wherever they go. As 2018 inductees into the New York Blues Hall of Fame, this husband-and-wife duo feel that “there are stories to tell, people to remember, and things that must be said” so, in addition to tickling your ears with delightful music, they weave a bit of history into the presentation of each song.
A Piedmont Blūz concert isn’t just music – it’s an experience as they transport you back to the 1920s and 1930s, the hey-day of acoustic Country Blues music. In addition to performing songs from that time-frame, they introduce each piece with an interesting anecdote about either the composer, the time period, or the song itself.

HVFG Opening Acts:
Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert
Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert, a dynamic guitar/harmonica duo, always surprise and delight people with the diversity of their repertoire, both covers and originals. Kurt’s popularity as a guitarist is due in part to the range of styles he displays, while the duet taken as a whole–guitar, harmonica, percussion and harmony vocals–seems like more than two busy musicians, making for a compelling performance.
Planned set list:
“Driving Wheel” by David Wiffen: In 1967 I bought my first high end flattop guitar and met Stephen J. Altman, called “Pete,” who managed Israel G. Young’s The Folklore Center, which was New York City’s Mecca for folk music and expert repair by Ed Diehl. Pete taught me fingerpicking and different tunings.
“Shadowbride”: Pete also introduced me to Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings. He wrote the melody to Tolkien’s poem of the same name. He taught me travis picking and gave me fingerpicks that I mostly lost or stepped on. This has been a real aid to me in getting a softer finger pick style. All that follow “Shadowbride” are original.
“The Hammer and the Cross”: In 1971 I discovered William Morris, considered by many to be a 19th C. renaissance man. I became a life member of the William Morris Society and began amassing a library devoted to that great man. Morris, among other things, created the fantasy novel. “The Hammer and the Cross” is a song about medieval genocide. It uses the symbols of oak and pine to represent the suffering of old (oak) and young (pine).
“The Grain in the Whiskey”: Here is a simple folksong about love and loss—just because. (Maybe I’ll dedicate it to Ian and Sylvia, who exemplified urban folk music.)
“On a Summertide” is an homage for the Byrds for whom I opened for the first time in 1969 or 1970. This was the roster that featured country-rock guitarist, Clarence White, who swept me away! Clarence exemplified using guitar amps to bring modern, grittier guitar tones to country music. Wow! It’s also an homage to the sixties, a time I am glad to have experienced with its unique music.
The Julia songs: The Julia songs (“Julia in Running Shoes” “Julia the Compleat Angler” (sic.)) are beyond a simple song in their playfulness around the subject of—dare I say it—S-E-X!, all well enough disguised.
“Over the Mountain” is a short suite that shows many of the techniques both Cheryl and I have worked on separately and together. Cheryl has grown immensely as a harmonica player. We both play harmonicas and enjoy working out harmonica parts (and vocal harmonies) together. During the covid epidemic we—together—used Facebook to bring live music to people’s living rooms in safety. We donated CD sales to our local food pantry. We still perform our Nine Mile Swamp shows to people all over the country and around the globe.
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“Folk Themes and Variations”
Composed by Kevin F. Becker
Kevin Becker has composed a chamber piece entitled, “Folk Themes and Variations”, which is a unique blending of folk and classical music. Playing the piece will be two very fine musicians: Melissa Holland on flute, accompanied by Linda Bresnahan on piano.
A three movement piece for flute and piano that is based on the folk songs “Yankee Doodle” and “Shenandoah.” There is also a modern technique, an atonal tone row, that gets integrated in each of the movements periodically throughout the piece.

1st movement – classic theme & variations with snippets of “Yankee Doodle” and instances of the 12-tone row integrated within a tonal base.
2nd Movement – a theme and variations based on the folk song, “Shenandoah”

Variation 1 – Counterpoint melody to “Shenandoah”
Variation 2 – Melodic & harmonic changes
Variation 3 – Minor, representing the difficulties inherent in a mixed marriage of the day (w a brief appearance of the tone row to prepare for the final variation)
Variation 4 – “Grande”

3rd movement – Rondo

A – Main theme is the first 8 notes of the 12-tone row but completed as a tonal tune
B – “Yankee Doodle” in Minor mode
A – Main theme
C – “Shenandoah” tune in the flute with a ragtime piano accompaniment
A – Main theme, that ends with material from the 1st movement.

The Stissing Center
This year marks the second year the venue for our concert is The Stissing Center. In rural and historic Pine Plains, it is easily reachable via main routes (Taconic State Parkway, 44, 82, 199), making it an ideal destination for a scenic Sunday afternoon drive. Located in a brick building dating back to 1915, The Stissing Center features a main concert hall that is a beautiful, rustic-chic performance space with a glass entryway. The Center is air conditioned and ADA-accessible.
Please note that the parking lot is closed this year, but on the street parking is free, plentiful, and convenient. In addition, there will be a “drop off” area directly in front of the entrance to the theater for those who need it. There will also be two volunteers to assist with parking and pointing people to the municipal parking area directly behind the Millbrook Bank at the corner of Rte 199 and Rte 82..
https://www.thestissingcenter.org/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: MartinTullyKlein
2024-08-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Deb Martin, Lauren Tully and Sharon Klein joined their voices and guitars close to five years ago to create MartinTullyKlein.
The trio blends intricate harmonies with a smooth and natural balance that “clicks”. Their diverse repertoire includes an eclectic mélange crossing many genres, both old and new, and draws from their folk and Americana roots. They perform topical originals, familiar traditionals, and covers which range from poignant and passionate to light-hearted and silly. The synergy of their rich harmonies and tight delivery will draw you in! Their performance will not disappoint.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Lannie Bolde
2024-08-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Lannie Bolde is a guitarist and singer/songwriter who writes simple songs about complex subject matter: love, family, home, spiritual connections. Often compared to Cat Stevens, his magnetic tenderness and melodies will pull you into his heartfelt words that remain with you long after song is over.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Maggie Rothwell
2024-08-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Singer/songwriter/guitarist Maggie Rothwell grew up in Pleasantville, NY and earned her Bachelor of Music Education degree with a concentration in voice from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam. She has enjoyed careers as a public school music teacher and as a musician in therapeutic recreation departments of local nursing homes. Maggie currently provides online music programs for skilled care facilities in Harlem, the Bronx, and Westchester. She also enjoys running a nationwide online open mic and songwriting group for Senior Planet from AARP. With a repertoire of over 1,000 cover songs and numerous originals, Maggie has eclectic taste in music and enjoys performing a wide variety of styles. She’s happiest when she has a guitar in her hands and is singing songs that her audience can relate to and sing along with! Maggie lives in Red Hook, NY and is happily married with two grown children who are often the inspiration for her original songs.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Mara Levine and Caroline Cutroneo
2024-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Mara Levine and Caroline Cutroneo have gorgeous voices which blend in uncannily beautiful harmonies. They have been singing original, traditional and contemporary folk and blues together for over 15 years. A show with Mara and Caroline is highly entertaining and often moving, and they always invite audience participation. They have made repeat appearances at area venues such as the Westerleigh Folk Festival , WRSU, The People’s Voice Café, the Troubadour Coffeehouse, the Good Coffeehouse, the Richmondtown Concert series, The Beacon Sloop Club Strawberry Festival and WVBR Bound for Glory.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Andy Shapiro
2024-08-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Andy Shapiro has performed in a variety of bands since 1968 including blues, soul, country, rock, and original music. For the last 5 years he has been focusing on writing songs and performing as a singer songwriter in the Hudson Valley and has released his first cd: “Find My Way Home” which received Honorable Mention in the 14th Annual emPower Posi Music Awards. He is now working on his second cd with songs of struggle and hope.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Pat Lamanna and Lydia Adams Davis - "The Herstorians"
2024-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
Celebrate women’s suffrage with “Herstorians” Pat Lamanna and Lydia Adams Davis as they present “Songs to Celebrate Women’s Suffrage” on Thursday, June 6 at 6:00 p.m., on the west side of the Walkway Over the Hudson. In the shadow of the imposing statue of women’s suffragist Sojourner Truth, they will trace the Women’s Suffrage movement through its beginnings in the Abolitionist movement; explore its connections to the Temperance movement; and bring us up-to-date to the modern Feminist movement — all through exuberant, lively, sometimes humorous, and sometimes touching songs. The program will include songs of the late 19th and early 20th century women’s suffrage movement; songs by other feminists; and originals. Pat and Lydia are folksingers, songwriters and social activists.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: HVFG Song Circle
2024-08-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Walkway Over the Hudson, Highland, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, New York, 12528
This evening we’ll be presenting a Song Circle.
What is a song circle?
A song circle is a format where songs are shared in the round or in a staged arc. Usually the songs are simple, easy to learn, and lend themselves to a varied level of collaboration and some degree of spontaneity.
There will be six performers, each presenting 2 songs throughout the concert. Featured will be Kevin Becker, Rich Keyes, Janie March, Kathy Mark, Jerelynn Mason, and Mary Pazienza.

About Twilight Music in the Parks
Come enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!

Once again, The Hudson Valley Folk Guild will be providing the New York State Office of Parks with outdoor music on Thursday evenings for “Twilight Music in the Parks”. Performances are mostly on Thursday evenings from 6pm – 7pm at the Walkway Ulster Visitor Center (Highland).
Concerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.
Concerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov.
Hope to see you there!
https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/

Kingston Chapter: Jerelynn Mason
2024-09-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Kingston, 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston, NY, 12401, United States
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2024-2025 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, September 7, 2024
at the Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is Jerelynn Mason.

Jerelynn Mason, a Saugerties-based musician and artist, took up the ukulele about 10 years ago. She is a member of the Ukulele Catskill group and UUukes. As she explains, one of the beautiful aspects of the ukulele is that you can play it at the same skill level you had 10 years ago because most ukulele players are in it for the ease, fun, and community. Playing the ukulele also, fortunately or unfortunately (depending on your viewpoint), leads to acquiring a kazoo, and to writing quirky songs. That’s just the way it goes.
In addition to her music, Jerelynn’s artistic endeavors include photography, painting rescued furniture, mixed media collage, and creating cards. During the past two summers, she has hosted a stop on the Saugerties Artists Tour. Her Street Art projects include an owl and a horse (Saugerties), three bears (Cairo), and four cats (Catskill, of course).
OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Elly Wininger
2024-09-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Elly Wininger.
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2024-2025 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, September 14, 2024
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern

Our featured performer is Elly Wininger.

Inducted into the NY Blues Hall of Fame in 2014, Elly Wininger won the Hudson Valley Blues Society Solo/Duo Challenge and went on to be a Semifinalist in the 2023 International Blues Competition. A veteran of the Greenwich Village folk scene, she played the opening night at CBGB. Elly’s deep involvement with the country blues finger style and slide guitar as well as her award-winning original songs have earned her a reputation for highly entertaining performances.
Her most recent album, “The Blues Never End,” (Earwig Music 2021) spent 12 weeks as the #1 Acoustic Blues Album on the Roots Music Report
https://www.ellywininger.com/

Open mic performances will be available to all. Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00pm.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact James Leo, President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild, at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: David Ray
2024-09-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, September 21, 2024
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring David Ray.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Maggie Rothwell
2024-09-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Singer/songwriter/guitarist Maggie Rothwell is originally from Pleasantville, NY but chose Red Hook, NY as her home. She earned her Bachelor’s of Music Education degree with a concentration in voice from Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam. Maggie has enjoyed careers as a public school music teacher and as a musician in therapeutic recreation departments of several nursing homes.
Maggie currently performs locally and also runs a nationwide virtual open mic and songwriting group for Senior Planet from AARP. With a repertoire of over 1,000 cover songs and numerous originals, Maggie has eclectic taste in music and enjoys performing a wide variety of styles. She lets her music do the talking for her and is happiest when she has a guitar in her hands and is singing songs that her audience can relate to and sing along with! Maggie is happily married with 2 grown children who are often the inspiration for her original songs.
Maggie can be reached at: kmgtroth@aol.com

Connect via Zoom:
Topic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom

For the Zoom link, please signup for our email newsletters, or contact Ethan Campbell at ethan.1247@gmail.com.

OPEN MIC
Music starts at 7:00, but if you arrive at 6:30 you can spend some time catching up with friends, helping each other sound check, and just generally enjoying the mellow Folk Guild vibe.
Ethan Campbell will be the Zoom maestro, so if you’re a musician and you’re planning to perform, let Ethan know as soon as you come in from the Waiting Room. He’ll get you into the next available slot. Everybody gets two songs or eight (8) minutes, whichever comes first.

Kingston Chapter: Andy Shapiro
2024-10-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Kingston, 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston, NY, 12401, United States
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2024-2025 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, October 5, 2024
at the Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is Andy Shapiro.

Andy Shapiro is a distinguished singer-songwriter whose music resonates with authenticity and emotional depth. With a career spanning over five decades, Shapiro has carved out a unique niche in the music world, blending introspective lyrics with a rich, melodic sound.
Growing up in a musically inclined family, Andy Shapiro’s journey began in the vibrant music scene of The Bronx, where he honed his guitar playing and began his appreciation for storytelling through song. His influences are as diverse as his own compositions, drawing from folk, rock, and acoustic traditions to create a sound that is both timeless and contemporary.
Shapiro’s songs explore the complexities of the human experience, touching on themes of love, loss, and personal growth. His first CD: “Find My Way Home” received honorable mention at the Empower Music Awards. Each track is a testament to his dedication to his art, characterized by thoughtful lyrics and memorable melodies.
Andy Shapiro is working on his second albu m, collaborating with a range of artists and musicians, further expanding his creative horizons and contributing to the rich tapestry of his music. His live performances are renowned for their intimate and engaging atmosphere, where his genuine connection with the audience shines through.
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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Mary Pazienza
2024-10-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Mary Pazienza.
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Mary Pazienza has been playing guitar since her retirement. It’s been a lot of fun and a time consuming hobby! She started writing songs five years ago and has close to 100 songs now. Some of these lyrics are in her self published books of Lyric Poems, Livin’ the Dream and Watercolors. Her songs are introspective, covering topics on relationships, mental health, social justice and food. The creative process has enhanced Mary’s life in so many ways including the joy of singing. Early musical influences include. 70s music such as Fleetwood Mac, Bob Dylan and Joan Baez.
Mary played in a song circle with Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over The Hudson this summer performing fan favorites of her originals, Ice Cream for Dinner and Livin’ the Dream. She has played at the Poughkeepsie Porchfest for the past two summers. She attended SummerSongs again this year focusing on performance and singing.
Mary is learning keyboard and also plays ukulele. Future plans include joining a choir, more studio recording and continuing shows at the Clubhouse where she lives.
You can follow Mary at marymusicmaking on Facebook.
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Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

2024 Folk Guild 45th Anniversary Concert
2024-10-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Local Center for Arts and Culture, 16 John Street, Saugerties, NY, United States
2024 Folk Guild 45th Anniversary concert
The Local Center for Arts and Culture, 16 John St, Saugerties, NY 12477
Sunday, October 13th at 2pm
Admission at the door: $8 HVFG members, $10 non-members

Each act will perform 2 songs and share memories connected with their association with the HVFG over the 45 years.
The following performers will be featured:

Linda Breithaupt (who will also emcee)
Jim Pospisil
Indigo (Steve and Terri Massardo, with Bob Bottjer)
Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert
Pat Lamanna
Deb Martin
Don and Maureen Black
John Schin
James Leo
Andy Shapiro

Linda Breithaupt
Linda Breithaupt
With a strong clear voice, Linda Breithaupt is at home with folk, gospel or blues with the occasional humorous tale. A regional performer for many years, Linda will be joined for part of her set by her frequent singing partner, Linda Bresnahan McCarthy. Together they are known for their tight intricate harmonies and will delight with some holiday favors.

Jim Pospisil

Jim Pospisil
Jim 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. He blends it all with a wry sense of humor, his goal is to make you laugh, cry, or think. Sometimes all at once. He performs cover songs as well, featuring fresh and creative arrangements. Jim has just released his fourth album “Sleight Of Hand”, his most varied and ambitious release to date. The songs examine the trials of love, life and loss, and the challenge to rise above it all.

Indigo

Indigo
Indigo is a trio featuring Terri Massardo on vocals, Bob Bottjer on guitar, and Steve Massardo on bass. They perform vintage blues and jazz standards.
Terri and Steve Massardo have spent time in various musical ensembles for almost 30 years, including Yankee Rose, The Tennessee Virgins, What Four, The Jesse Janes, and The Broad Band, and currently have the distinction of being the 4th and 5th members of a band called Trio Mio. They made their local debut at the Hudson Valley Folk Guild in 1999. They have produced many concert events throughout the region since 2004, and have done exhaustive research on live music throughout some of the Hudson Valley’s best bars and restaurants.
Bob Bottjer has never met a musical genre that he can’t play, and his virtuosity on guitar and steel have got him in high demand around the region. His tasteful, unobtrusive licks make everything sound better.

Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert
Kurt Henry & Cheryl Lambert
Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert, a dynamic guitar/harmonica duo, always surprise and delight people with the diversity of their repertoire, both covers and originals. Kurt’s popularity as a guitarist is due in part to the range of styles he displays, while the duet taken as a whole–guitar, harmonica, percussion and harmony vocals–seems like more than two busy musicians, making for a compelling performance.

Pat Lamanna

Pat Lamanna
Pat Lamanna has been writing and performing songs all her adult life. Her songs have been praised highly by Pete Seeger, Peter Yarrow, and others. They have a strong folk influence, and cover issues such as peace, religion and the environment. Pat was Sonny Ochs’ pick to perform in the Folk DJ Showcase at the 2012 conference of the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance. One of her songs, “Peace Pilgrim,” is featured in part on Pete Seeger’s Grammy-nominated album, “The Storm King.” She has three solo albums: “Full Circle” (2009); “Do I Know My Song Well Enough to Start Singing Yet?” (2012); and “Something Beautiful (2017). She is a 2019 winner of the South Florida Folk Festival Songwriting Contest.

Deb Martin

Deb Martin
An expressive, euphonic voice, a steady guitar, a mood, and perhaps a memory. Deb Martin plays originals and covers with soulful, rich, and sometimes even playful vocals. Her originals focus on women’s stories, family, politics and love. An entertainer at heart, she performs a variety of covers “her way” as she interacts with her audiences. You can find her at local venues and fairs as a solo act, and as a part of the trio, MartinTullyKlein.

Don and Maureen Black

Don and Maureen Black
Don and Maureen Black began taking guitar lessons with Helen Avakian in September of 2008. They first played together in public in January 2013 under the name “Never Too Late”. Since then they have played together in a variety of local venues, most notably in the “Teachers”-themed John Street Jam, and in a Lou Reed tribute in Nyack. They play regularly at the Hudson Valley Folk Guild, the Hyde Park Library, the High Falls Café, and at Richard’s Rhinecliff Acoustic Show at Morton Library. They enjoy playing humorous songs and, most especially, songs written by local artists.

John Schin

John Schin
John Schin is a singer songwriter from Pawling New York. He has been performing original songs and eclectic covers at open mics throughout the Hudson valley. His songs tell stories. Some make you laugh, some hit your heart, some make you think.

James Leo

James Leo
James Leo, a native of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, experienced a life-changing moment in 1970 when he encountered the music of Sam “Lightin” Hopkins. Inspired by the mastery and emotive power of Hopkins’ blues, James decided to learn to play the guitar, attempting to echo the unique sounds and feelings produced by the acclaimed bluesman.
As he embarked on his musical journey, James expanded his influences to include Robert Johnson and Django Reinhardt, the latter known for his contributions to gypsy jazz. Further enhancing his skills, he had the opportunity to study under the guidance of the late Danny Kalb and Frank Christian, both prominent figures in the Greenwich Village music scene. He is currently studying with Mike Dowling and will forever be a “student of the guitar.”

Andy Shapiro
Andy Shapiro
Andy has performed in a variety of bands since 1968 including blues, soul, country, rock, and original music. For the last 5 years he has been focusing on writing songs and performing as a singer songwriter in the Hudson Valley and has released his first cd: “Find My Way Home” which received Honorable Mention in the 14th Annual emPower Posi Music Awards. He is now working on his second cd with songs of struggle and hope.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Storm King Skyline
2024-10-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, October 19, 2024
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Storm King Skyline.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Gary Kromirs
2024-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Gary’s been playing in bands for over 50 years. In the ‘80s he played the clubs in NYC including CBGBs, Pyramid, Limelight, Trude Heller’s, the Lone Star, the Bitter End, and SNAFU. He has performed at college events at the University of Vermont, University of Maine, Brooklyn College, and SUNY New Paltz. His band was one of eight bands chosen to play at the 1st Annual New York New Rock Day at Lincoln Center. Locally he’s played with his band DogHouse as well as the Ronnie Bait Band.
Gary was in the pit band of the Phoenicia Playhouse where he played in their productions of Little Shop of Horrors, The Last Five Years, Oklahoma!, The Wedding Singer and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also wrote, recorded and performed his original score for the Playhouse’s rendition of Stop Kiss. Now performing regularly in the singer-songwriter genre, Gary has rearranged much of the music he wrote for a full rock band so that it can be performed on solo acoustic guitar. His repertoire encompasses his original songs as well as an eclectic list of cover tunes.
Gary can be reached at: gkromirs@hvc.rr.com

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Topic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom

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OPEN MIC
Music starts at 7:00, but if you arrive at 6:30 you can spend some time catching up with friends, helping each other sound check, and just generally enjoying the mellow Folk Guild vibe.
Ethan Campbell will be the Zoom maestro, so if you’re a musician and you’re planning to perform, let Ethan know as soon as you come in from the Waiting Room. He’ll get you into the next available slot. Everybody gets two songs or eight (8) minutes, whichever comes first.

Kingston Chapter: The Princes of Serendip
2024-11-02 19:00 - 22:00 | New York
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2024-2025 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, November 2, 2024
at the Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is The Princes of Serendip.

The Princes of Serendip have been performing T. G. Vanini’s songs
locally for over 25 years. Nature, compassion and the unexpected run
through each song. Vanini’s vocals and piano join with Julie Parisi
Kirby’s extraordinary voice in this duo’s thoughtful and lyrical music.
A Celtic and classical heart is leavened by influences ranging from
Renaissance England to the Balkans, Lewis Carroll and the Beatles. T

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Don Sparks
2024-11-09 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Don Sparks.
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Don Sparks is an American character actor and performing songwriter. The San Diego Troubadour review of his CD, Ready For The Radio said, “Sparks’ songs take you on an eclectic lyrical and vocal journey, with well-crafted novelty tunes, upbeat rockers, and tender ballads that may remind you of some of the best, from Gordon Lightfoot to David Gates and from Arlo Guthrie to Kenny Rankin.”
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Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Janie March
2024-11-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, November 16, 2024
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Janie March.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Corinne Curcio
2024-11-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Corinne Curcio began playing guitar at age 10, and had her first performance in the 8th grade, rocking electric guitar in a band for a school play. Her musicianship was influenced by artists like The Beatles, Richard Thompson, Joni Mitchell, Jefferson Airplane and XTC. It wasn’t until many years later at age 39 she felt brave enough to perform her own songs at an open mic. This led to many opportunities to perform in venues throughout the tri-state area as well as the famed Eddie’s Attic in Atlanta and the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville. She released 3 CDs as a solo artist (and has material for another 3!) and In addition, performed and recorded a CD as a member of the trio Estrogen. She hasn’t performed on a live stage in a while, so is very thankful to have the opportunity to play for the Hudson Valley Folk Guild.
Corinne may be reached at: corona_curcio@yahoo.com

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Topic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom

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OPEN MIC
Music starts at 7:00, but if you arrive at 6:30 you can spend some time catching up with friends, helping each other sound check, and just generally enjoying the mellow Folk Guild vibe.
Ethan Campbell will be the Zoom maestro, so if you’re a musician and you’re planning to perform, let Ethan know as soon as you come in from the Waiting Room. He’ll get you into the next available slot. Everybody gets two songs or eight (8) minutes, whichever comes first.

Kingston Chapter: Sharon Klein
2024-12-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Kingston, 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston, NY, 12401, United States
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2024-2025 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, December 7, 2024
at the Unitarian Fellowship, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is Sharon Klein.

Sharon Klein, who is an accomplished fingerstyle guitar player and singer songwriter is a favorite on the Hudson Valley folk and Americana music scene. She is one third of the group MartinTullyKlein who have been together for seven years, and make their way around the Hudson Valley music circuit each year, playing such venues as the Rosendale Street Festival and Walkway Over the Hudson. Sharon has been writing songs since the age of 17, having landed a music publishing deal with Burt Bachrach’s publishing company at age 19. More recently, as music coordinator for the Woodstock Invitational Luthier showcase for 11 years, Sharon got to share the stage and play with some of the most iconic names in the music world such as John Sebastian, Steve Miller, Larry Campbell, Happy Traum, Jorma Kaukonen and many others. She has traveled and toured in over 40 countries with her guitar and songs. Sharon has opened shows for Mary Travers, Dar Williams, David Broza and others. We are thrilled to have Sharon perform some new and familiar original songs as our featured artists at the Hudson Valley Folk Guild.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Kathy Mark
2024-12-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Kathy Mark.
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There hasn’t been a time when music wasn’t a part of singer/songwriter Kathy Mark’s life. As Polish heritage would dictate, her first musical instrument was an accordion, which weighed almost as much as she did! By age 13, Kathy was borrowing guitars from friends who had lost interest in their own music lessons and was teaching herself guitar basics.
An amateur luthier for 25 years, Kathy is now focusing on “polishing” her music and “building” a rapport with musicians, and music lovers, by playing her own instruments and those of fellow boutique guitar builders.
Kathy is a long time student of international finger-style guitar champion, Helen Avakian. She has also been influenced by the musical style of Nanci Griffith, as well as Sungha Jung, Sara Barielles, and the blues legend, Keb’ Mo’.
The wonder and awe of guitar never grows old: six strings with infinite possibilities!
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Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Scott Lichtenstein
2024-12-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, December 21, 2024
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Scott Lichtenstein.

Scott Lichtenstein has always been extremely passionate about music. He gained musical knowledge from both of his parents who were both musically talented. His father played piano and guitar and his mother also played piano and was professionally trained as a vocalist. Music was a huge part of the family. Throughout elementary school, Scott would sing in chorus and learn to play trombone. His first solo experience was when he was in 5th grade where he was given the opportunity to perform in a talent show where he sang Hound Dog by Elvis Presley.
He continued his musical experiences singing in chorus in high school. He performed in a show called Ossining Live and sang Somebody to Love by Queen. After doing chorus in his freshman year of high school, he had many more opportunities to sing in a music class called Gimme the Mic. His music teacher, Ms. Kafer recognized his talent and gave him the opportunity to have his own concert. He sang with his chorus group at the town tree lighting, high school graduation and performed as a soloist at the Village Fair.
After high school he moved to Florida where he continued his musical experiences in college and joined Voices of Valencia. A few years later, he moved back to the Hudson Valley area and has had many opportunities to sing at Open Mic engagements at various locations including Paula’s Café, The Adriance Memorial Library, and the Unitarian Fellowship Church. He had been looking around the area for more singing opportunities for adults that was inclusive and found the Mid-Hudson IBM Chorus which he is a current member. This group has increased his musical knowledge and repertoire and has given him the spark in his life and he feels that he has accomplished this goal. Last spring, he was selected to do a solo of Giants in the Sky from the Broadway musical Into the Woods. The accompanist chose this song for him because she felt he could express himself and show his singing skills. Singing makes him calm and he loves performing on stage.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Bunny Barnes
2024-12-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Bunny Barnes first played guitar at age 16. By age 17, she was teaching Folk and Ragtime picking at Music Masters Studio in Southampton, PA and performing with various bands.
In 2004, Bunny began her solo career, playing in wineries, clubs and restaurants in the Bucks and Montgomery County areas of Pennsylvania. In 2007, a bout with vocal cord cancer cut her singing career short.
In 2008, with the encouragement of her teacher and mentor, world famous guitarist Tommy Emmanuel, Bunny recreated herself by letting the guitar be her voice.
Performance and competition credits include: the CAAS (Chet Atkins Appreciation Society) Convention in 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024; the 60th Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival in 2022; and 5th Place at the International Home of the Legends Thumbpicking Championship in the Traditional Category in 2017.
Bunny released her first instrumental album, It Goes Like It Goes, in July 2022, and in September 2022, the album was inducted into the National Thumbpickers’ Hall of Fame as “Album of the Year”!!
Contact: www.BunnyBarnes.com

Connect via Zoom:
Topic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom

For the Zoom link, please signup for our email newsletters, or contact Ethan Campbell at ethan.1247@gmail.com.

OPEN MIC
Music starts at 7:00, but if you arrive at 6:30 you can spend some time catching up with friends, helping each other sound check, and just generally enjoying the mellow Folk Guild vibe.
Ethan Campbell will be the Zoom maestro, so if you’re a musician and you’re planning to perform, let Ethan know as soon as you come in from the Waiting Room. He’ll get you into the next available slot. Everybody gets two songs or eight (8) minutes, whichever comes first.
