Past Shows
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Joe Crookston on March 13
Joe is a force of nature on stage. Pure magic. He’s in his power as he communes with his audience. From touring with Gordon Lightfoot, headlining major US festivals, receiving Folk Alliance International “Album of the Year,” and releasing NINE BECOMES ONE to being named Folk Alliance International Artist-in-Residence, Joe is on fire. He’s played with…
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Pete Seeger Tribute
“The world will be saved by millions of small things.” Come together for a night of live music that benefits immigrants! Songs that Pete Seeger wrote, sang, liked, or would like! Beneficiary: Immigration Advocacy and Support Center Performers:Sally RogersVerdis LeVar RobinsonBen and Nancy ParentSteve ElciDenise WalstraAll Souls ChoirBrian GoreKaren Ethier-Waring, Luanne Benshimol, Mike BaileyThe CarolansGeoff Kaufman…
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Geoff Kaufman comes back!
Songs of the sea, the earth, the heart and spirit: All of these are in Geoff Kaufman’s ditty bag. Ballads, work songs, and songs of love; poignant songs of people engaged in life’s struggles, humorous glimpses of human foibles, and insights into history. In 1978, Geoff joined Pete Seeger and the Sloop Singers and sang…
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Goodnight Moonshine: Nov 14 at 7:30
Goodnight Moonshine is a musical marriage in all senses. The duo combines the evocative songwriting of Molly Venter (of Red Molly!) with Eben Pariser’s bold guitar playing. The result is music filled with improvisation and tonal subtlety. Unity Hall at All Souls UU: 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7) 19 Jay Street, New London CT 06320…
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Mad Agnes on October 10
Mad Agnes wins hearts with intricate harmonies, compelling songwriting, and passionate delivery. The genre-bending trio—Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones and Mark Saunders—creates an inclusive performance, with new songs, selections from their thirteen- album catalog, story telling and impromptu vocal improv. Mad Agnes uses one microphone around which they form and re-form, early-radio style. Their ease on…
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Our 2025-2026 Season!
Season tickets now available! $120 on Humanitix September 19, 2025 David Roth October 10, 2025 Mad Agnes November 14 Goodnight Moonshine January 9, 2026 Geoff Kaufman Feb 13, 2026 Pete Seeger benefit March 13, 2026 Joe Crookston (Mary Gauthier concert has been postponed till Fall 2026) April 10, 2026 …
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Steve Elci family concert: May 16!
Steve Elci and friends! 5:30 – 7:30 starts with Pizza, and with dessert at the break Local singer/songwriter Steve Elci will present a family show benefiting New London Youth Affairs. 5:30 – 7:30 The timing is to accommodate all ages! Charisma, leadership and compassion best describe Steve. His enthusiasm, love for catchy hooks, and soaring…
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Guy Davis on April 11
Guy Davis, a two-time Grammy nominee for Best Traditional Blues, is a musician, actor, author, and songwriter. Guy uses a blend of Roots, Blues, Folk, Rock, Rap, Spoken Word, and World Music to comment on the frustrations of social injustice, touching on historical events and common life struggles. His theater background shines through lyrical storytelling…
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Claudia Schmidt: March 14
a night of music, poetry, laughter, and celebration! Claudia Schmidt has spent years with her guitar, dulcimer, and audiences honing her craft. She blends folk, jazz, blues, and spoken word into a performance that is both quirky and captivating. Claudia fuses her original work with deeply personal renditions of songs from other artists. The result? A…
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Love Songs in Challenging Times
Concert canceled due to incoming winter storm – donations still okay We hope to reschedule at a future date! “I call them all love songs.” ― Pete Seeger Challenging times? Come together for a night of live music that benefits others! New London’s Haitian Church Youth Drum Corps was to kick us off. The Rivergods (duo),…
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Geoff Kaufman
Ballads, work songs, songs of nature, songs for peace. Jan. 10 at 7:30 in New London, CT! On a Day Like Today was released in 2024. Geoff says the songs have attached themselves to him “like seeds hitchhiking on socks and shoelaces as you walk through a field.” Like seeds, he is glad the songs find…
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Ian Maksin comes to New London: Cello for Peace tour Dec. 15 at 1
World-acclaimed cellist Ian Maksin performs at All Souls: Sunday, December 15 at 1 p.m. Immerse yourself in the deep, healing sound of the cello and support peace! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Leonid Foundation, which helps Ukrainian refugees both here and in Ukraine. Maksin will play and sing world music and jazz,…
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Kerri Powers Nov. 15!
Ada Mae opens KERRI POWERS SPREADS A UNIVERSAL MESSAGE ON HER LATEST ALBUM “LOVE IS WHY” Singer-songwriter Kerri Powers channels blues and soul with an earthy sensibility. Her ‘Love is Why’ album explores love’s influence on our decisions. The songs were written during the pandemic and after Powers lost her father. They share her love for humanity. Kerri’s ease behind…
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New Season opens September 20!
Friday Night Folk at All Souls UU Fridays at 7:30 in Unity Hall at 19 Jay St, New London Our 2024-25 season! We kept hearing about this band and now they’re coming — join us in New London for a rousing time: 7:30 on Friday, September 20. Sept 20 The Bards of Gungywamp Oct…
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Last year’s shows:
Seat of our Pants on May 17, 2024Heartfelt and clever songs get you thinking about the world around you… The distinct tone of the Appalachian mountain dulcimer, the visual intrigue of the upright bass, the energetic beat of the cajon, impeccable harmonies, and melodic play of the fiddle and guitar –that’s SOOP! With 27 albums and three…
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John Prine and Nanci Griffith tribute: February 16, 2024
A concert to benefit affordable housing: Southeastern Connecticut Community Land Trust. This “by the people for the people” nonprofit holds land for affordable housing, food production, community gatherings, and green space.
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Geoff Kaufman on January 12!
7:30 Friday January 12 at All Souls New London Ancient ballads, work songs, songs of love, poignant songs of people in struggle… Geoff Kaufman sings about issues of social justice, the climate crisis and our need to find common ground–plus songs chosen for their pure grace and beauty. Mostly, Geoff just loves to sing – a…
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Zoe Lewis on Nov. 17, 2023
Zoë Lewis: “A masterful combination of song, performance and artistry with a contagiously positive attitude and free spirit. Probably one of the most charismatic performances I’ve ever seen.” – Bay Guardian, San Francisco, CA
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Lara Herscovitch on October 20, 2024
Lara’s songs are soulful, poetic treasure maps that point to the wisdom, grit and joy of underdogs & misfits, connection & courage, love & loss, hardship & hope, resilience & transformation. A singer-songwriter-poet-performer-author and policy social worker, she writes masterful modern folk-americana music, sings and leads with authenticity, integrity, humor and heart, and delivers performances that inspire, uplift…
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2022-23 Friday Night Folk season:
Sally Rogers: May 19, 2023! Folk singer, songwriter and educator Sally Rogers has performed from coast to coast at festivals, concerts, schools, and most any other public place you can imagine. Sally can draw out the shyest child (or adult!) with her music. She began her touring career in 1979, encouraged by Stan Rogers, the…
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Kristen Graves: 7:30 on April 21, 2023
the new generation of folk — Kitama Cahill-Jackson in the New York Times KINDNESS IS POSSIBLE & HOPE IS AN OPTION – IT IS UP TO US TO BE THE CHANGE. Kristen Graves is a folk singer, songwriter and humanitarian noted by Rolling Stone and the New York Times, and given her own day across the…
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Kala Farnham on March 24, 2023
Connecticut State Troubadour! Kala Farnham: Armed with her voice and an entourage of instruments, Kala Farnham set out with one vision: To inspire through the power of musical storytelling. Drawing from a classical and theatrical background, she presents a hallmark reinvention of the folk tradition, drawing audiences into imaginative vantagescapes of the familiar world.
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Crossing by Maggie’s Guitar
comes to Friday Night Folk on February 10 at 7:30 p.m. in person and livestream! Maggie’s Guitar presents songs from the musical Crossing on Feb. 10 at Friday Night Folk at All Souls. Proceeds will benefit StartFresh, a local non-profit that resettles refugees and other displaced persons. Crossing is a story of love, loss, and,…