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The Nields: April 4, 2020
Katryna and Nerissa’s songs tackle critical issues––the climate crisis (“The Kids Always Get It”), injustice at the border (“Goodbye, Mexico,” “Jesus Was a Refugee”), the fragility of our democracy (“America the Beautiful”). The message of hope pulses through. The concert … Continue reading
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Tagged Americana, bluegrass, folk rock, folk songwriter, singer songwriter
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Coming Friday, November 17: Lucy Kaplansky!
Lucy Kaplansky “Fusing alternative country, roots rock, and folk music with rare style and intelligence — not to mention a truly charming stage presence — Lucy presents her thoughtful songs about the human condition with warmth and power.” — Freight … Continue reading
Joe Jencks on September 22!
Friday Night Folk is thrilled to open our season with Joe Jencks of the band “Brother Sun.” From Joe’s website: Joe Jencks is an international touring performer, songwriter and educator based in Chicago, IL. He is known for merging musical … Continue reading
Gordon Bok Returns to Friday Night Folk!
Willoughby Gap opening for Gordon Bok Friday, October 12, 2012, 7:30 PM Gordon Bok calls himself a ‘rememberer’: a keeper of songs and stories, of our traditions, our ways of thinking, that set us apart from others yet confirm our pace … Continue reading
Posted in 2012-2013 Concert Series
Tagged acoustic, acoustic guitar, appalachian, bluegrss, bok, cantefables, cellamba, celtic ballads, classical guitar, folk, folk songwriter, folklorist, gordon, gordon bok, guitar, heritage, maritime, mountain folk music, music, salter, sea myths, sea songs, singer songwriter, songwriter, willoughby gap, wood carver
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Kim & Reggie Harris In Concert
March 23, 2012 8 PM All Souls UU Congregation Unity Hall 19 Jay Street, New London, CT Consummate musicians and storytellers, Kim and Reggie Harris combine a strong folk and gospel legacy with a solid background in classical, rock, jazz … Continue reading
Posted in 2011-2012 Concert Series
Tagged folk songwriter, gospel, kim reggie harris
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An Evening with Two Johns ~ June 3, 2011
John Flynn & John Wort Hannam USA Woody Guthrie Social Justice Meets Canadian Blue Collar Roots June 3, 2011, 8 PM All Souls UU Congregation, Unity Hall 19 Jay Street, New London, CT More about John Flynn More about John Wort … Continue reading