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SUMMARY:Kingston Chapter: Marc Von Em
DESCRIPTION:The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our\n2023-2024 Coffeehouse Series\non Saturday\, June 1\, 2024\nat the Unitarian Fellowship\, 320 Sawkill Rd.\, Kingston.\n\nOur featured performer is Marc Von Em.\n\n  \nMarc Von Em’s soulful sound is driven by skilled acoustic guitar playing and a rich\, dynamic voice.  His original music is a mix of bluesy rock\, folk & funk\, and more recently early jazz & swing.  Von Em is an accomplished performer whose live shows never fail to entertain.  He appears mostly solo\, showcasing his original music on acoustic guitar with a bit of harmonica and other instrumentation sown in.  Occasionally he invites other talents to join him and has lately been incorporating piano\, saxophone and upright bass into his live shows to elevate his sound. \nIn 2022 Marc released his fifth original recording\, “Goodbye\, Cloudy Sky”.  This album pays homage to The Great American Songbook and is filled with lyrically strong\, melodic tunes influenced by early jazz\, swing and a little of funk.  Goodbye\, Cloudy Sky is currently being spun on folk radio stations across the U.S. and has ranked in the top 50 on the FAI Folk Chart “Top Albums of the Month”. \nIn addition to writing and performing as an indy artist\, Von Em is currently signed to Pure Pop Music Publishing Inc. as a songwriter for current and up and coming musical acts\, VAMNation Entertainment Management as a vocalist on globally broadcast commercials\, and HAUS Music NYC\, collaborating with musicians\, composers\, producers\, bands & publishers scoring soundtracks for movie and commercial use. \nMarc is proud to have shared the stage with Rob Thomas (Matchbox 20) as a backing vocalist and guitarist for 10 years and three world tours.  He has also shared the stage with or opened for: Michael McDonald\, Richie Havens\, Martin Sexton\, Rusted Root\, Psychedelic Furs\, Kansas\, Blue Oyster Cult\, Lucy Kaplansky\, Glen Tillbrook\, Charlie Musselwhite\,  Herman’s Hermits and many more. \nhttps://marcvonem.com \n. \n\n\nOPEN MIC\n \nOpen mic performances will be available for all.\nSignup begins at 7pm and open mic begins at 7:30pm.\nThe featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:30. \nCost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors) \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/kingston-chapter-marc-von-elm/
LOCATION:Unitarian Fellowship\, Kingston\, 320 Sawkill Road\, Kingston\, NY\, 12401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kingston Chapter
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SUMMARY:Rock Tavern Chapter:  Bennett Harris
DESCRIPTION:The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Bennett Harris.\n~~~~~\nBennett 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\, and more.\n\nBennett has decades of performance experience including lots of slide guitar playing on a vintage National steel guitar\, and rack harmonica. \n\nSamples of his music are available on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/49zder6Plt0xjoJeQOCHVK\n~~~~~\n\nOpen 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 7 and open mic begins at 7:30.  The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:30. \nThe 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. \nFor more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/rock-taver-chapter-bennett-harris/
LOCATION:Unitarian Fellowship\, Rock Tavern\, 9 Vance Road\, Rock Tavern\, NY\, 12575\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rock Tavern Chapter
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SUMMARY:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Storm King Skyline
DESCRIPTION:Storm King Skyline:\nKevin & Carol Becker\, Rich Keyes\, Ken & Linda Sheehan \nStart 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. \nA newly formed musical group\, Storm King Skyline has developed a unique sound that combines breathtaking vocals\, instrumental dexterity\, and a synergy that comes only from an intimate knowledge of each other’s talents.  That sound starts with Kevin’s intricate finger picked guitar\, augmented by his impeccable harmonica playing.  Carol’s soaring vocals – clear\, bright\, and pure\, stand out when singing solo and form compelling harmonies with Kevin and Ken’s baritone voices.  Ken adds the skillful touch of a virtuoso on guitar and the sound is all anchored by Rich’s solid rhythms on upright bass and his driving bluegrass-influenced banjo.  They feature Linda on tambourine and light percussion.  Carol adds other instruments as well\, notably mountain dulcimer\, recorder\, bodhran\, and Appalachian limber horse.  Their repertoire ranges from historical ballads to songs of social significance and from traditional folk songs to the original songs of the band members.  Storm King Skyline has an easy manner and relaxed stage presence which encourages audience participation and contributes to their entertaining performances. \n  \n\nAbout Twilight Music in the Parks\nCome enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!\n\nOnce 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). \nConcerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.\nConcerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov. \nHope to see you there! \nhttps://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/twilight-music-in-the-parks-2024-storm-king-skyline/
LOCATION:Walkway Over the Hudson\, Highland\, 87 Haviland Road\, Highland\, New York\, 12528
CATEGORIES:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024
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SUMMARY:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Jim Pospisil
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJim 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. \n\nAbout Twilight Music in the Parks\nCome enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!\n\nOnce 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). \nConcerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.\nConcerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov. \nHope to see you there! \nhttps://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/twilight-music-in-the-parks-2024-jim-pospisil/
LOCATION:Walkway Over the Hudson\, Highland\, 87 Haviland Road\, Highland\, New York\, 12528
CATEGORIES:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024
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SUMMARY:Open Mic via Zoom: Ann Vidrine
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPrior 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. \nIn 2016\, Ann received the state’s Folklife Heritage Award for her efforts in promoting\, presenting and preserving Louisiana’s multi-cultural heritage. \nAnn may be reached at: annevidrine@gmail.com \n\n \n\nConnect via Zoom:\nTopic: HVFG 4th Saturday Open Mic via Zoom \n  \nFor the Zoom link\, please signup for our email newsletters\, or contact Ethan Campbell at ethan.1247@gmail.com. \n\n  \nOPEN MIC\nMusic 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. \nEthan 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.
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/open-mic-via-zoom-ann-vidrine/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Open Mic via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024: Betty and the Baby Boomers
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nAs 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. \n\nAbout Twilight Music in the Parks\nCome enjoy free live music from the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at the Walkway Over the Hudson this summer!\n\nOnce 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). \nConcerts are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and stay awhile.\nConcerts are weather permitting. For updates see parks.ny.gov. \nHope to see you there! \nhttps://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/twilight-music-in-the-parks/
URL:https://hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org/event/twilight-music-in-the-parks-2024-betty-and-the-baby-boomers/
LOCATION:Walkway Over the Hudson\, Highland\, 87 Haviland Road\, Highland\, New York\, 12528
CATEGORIES:Twilight Music in the Parks 2024
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