Watchung Arts Center 18 Stirling Road on the Circle in Watchung, NJ 07069 Central New Jersey's Home for the Arts

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Folk Concert Series -

    The Watchung Arts Center Folk Concerts are a twice-monthly acoustic-music series featuring well-loved national and regional performers together with our area's most talented acoustic artists. Folk Concerts take place on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, at 8:00 pm..
    To us, "folk music" is a diverse and lively assortment of musical styles, covering virtually every form of acoustic music that clever and creative "folks" can write and perform. Our emphasis is on contemporary singer/songwriters who use music to communicate their wit, passion, and humor. Here is a list of our past performers.
    Most shows will include both a feature performer and an opening act. Unless otherwise noted, admission price is $12 and includes desserts and coffee (Wine Women & Song Party Nights include more adult  beverages).

. We'd love to see you at an upcoming concert!

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Upcoming Concerts

November 23, 2002: Chuck Brodsky with Pam Steinfeld Thanksgiving is the perfect time for a Chuck Brodsky concert.  As the New York Times put it, Chuck's shows are filled with "insight and good humor, distilling life experiences into old fashioned story songs brimming with wit and compassion." Baseball, farm life, and the everyday tales of ordinary people who are trying to muddle through with grace fill Chuck's songbook. Larry Gross of NPR's Mountain Stage summed it up: "One of the finest singer-songwriters in America." Special guest, Watchung native Pam Steinfeld,  is making a name as a singer/songwriter in the D.C. area, and is thrilled to be back in her home town at Thanksgiving time to perform for her many friends, fans, and family here. December 7, 2002: Suzzy & Maggie Roche (of The Roches), with Felix McTeigue  ** $20 ** Known for their lush harmonies and quirky songs, The Roches were discovered by Paul Simon in 1970 and signed quickly to Warner Brothers Records. The sisters (Maggie, Suzzy, and Terre) became mainstays of the Folk circuit and developed a large and passionate worldwide following. Although the sisters are now engaged in individual projects, Suzzy and Maggie still make beautiful music together, including an acclaimed collection of everyday people's personal prayers set to music, the album "Zero Church." Felix McTeigue, Maggie Roche's son, is rapidly building his reputation as a folk/rock performer, whose music one reviewer has called "electrifying." Tickets by advance purchase (PayPal button) or at the door only December 14, 2002: Lynn Miles with Ken Lelen Canada's Lynn Miles writes beautiful songs that explore the unbeautiful side of life. Like Tom Waits or Greg Brown, she reflects the gritty honesty of bad choices, heartbreak, and rough edges. As the New York Times said of her, "Lynn Miles makes being forlorn sound like a state of grace." Her performances are far from gloomy, however, as local fans may remember from the evening she rechristened the Minstrel Coffeehouse the "Premenstrual Coffeehouse" and went on to invite the a capella group "Accent" onstage with her for impromptu harmonizing. USA Today called Lynn "a captivating performer" with a gorgeous voice that will fill every corner of our gallery space. Special guest Ken Lelen. Ken Lelen of Titusville performs vintage songs of the 1920's through 1940's (and originals inspired by that era) on his extensive collection of vintage guitars from the same period. Ken is a charming stage performer whose love for these classic instruments and their era comes through winningly in his playing. December 28, 2002: Christmas with Christine Lavin and Julie Gold *** $ 20 *** Guest MC Ron Olesko of WFDU Christine Lavin's boundless energy, wacky humor, and flair for outrageous audience participation have made her one of Folk's all-time most popular stage performers. Her comic and heartfelt songs can be found on thirteen solo albums and three albums with the Four Bitchin' Babes, as well as in her recent one-woman theater piece, "Unleashing My Inner Bitch," which sold out a long New Jersey run last year. She is tireless in her support of other musicians, including her fundraising for the the late Dave Van Ronk during his long illness. Julie Gold is known world-wide for her song "From A Distance," 1990 Grammy Song of the Year, recorded by Bette Midler and many others after Christine discovered it and sent it to Nancy Griffith. Julie is also a warm and intimate performer whose soulful outlook on life is perfect for this holiday show. Tickets by advance purchase (PayPal button) or at the door only
Also Check out:	And even more Great Folk Music  planned for 2003	What went on in Folk at WAC in Fall 2002 Spring 2002 and  2001
	The Folk Project (Northern New Jersey) and (NJFOLK)  Folk LinksFolk Music: Venues: U.S., Northeast

 

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