Our Next Concert
Two of America's best songwriters, Jack Hardy and David Massengill have teamed up to form "The Folk Brothers". They'll perform at the Princeton Folk Music Society Concert Series, on Friday, February 19, 2010. The concert will be held at Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ. Tickets are $20 non-members, $15 members, and $5 children under 12. There is no advance sale; ample free parking is available. Doors will open at 7:30. There will be no opening act, and the show will start promptly at 8:15.
Jack and David have shared many a stage together at clubs and festivals, been members of the weekly, "Songwriters Workshop" in New York since its inception, and worked on the "Fast Folk Magazine" together. They have traveled together, played softball together, had the occasional adult beverage together. Now they've formed a powerfully talented duo and are coming to Princeton.
David brings the experience of six albums, nine bootlegs and nine books to the mix. Jack brings the experience of fifteen albums and eight plays to the mix. David's songs have been covered by such artists as Joan Baez, Dave Van Ronk, The Roches, and Charlie King. Jack's songs have been covered by such artists as Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen, Lucy Kaplansky, and Joel Rafael.
Their greatest hits include David's "On the Road to Fairfax County," "Rider on an Orphan Train," and "My Name Joe" to Jacks' "Tinkers Coin," "I Ought to Know," and "Forget-Me-Not". David plays the mountain dulcimer (Dave Van Ronk said that "Massengill took the *dull* out of dulcimer"). He also plays guitar. Jack plays guitar as well as mandolin. They are also noted as being great tellers of tales while introducing their songs.
Their first duo album, Partners in Crime, released in July, demonstrates their skills at transcendent harmonies, and includes a great mix of history, tradition, politics and irreverence. Put the February 19th concert in your calendar now. You won't want to miss it!
Admission to this event is $20, $5 for children age 11 and under, and special rates for Folk Music Society members and students. There are no advance sales; ample free parking is available. For more information about these and other Folk Music Society events, please call 609-799-0944.
View the web page of The Folk Brothers
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The Princeton Folk Music Society has encouraged the growth of folk music in central New Jersey for 40 years. We sponsor a monthly house sing for members on the first Friday of each month and a monthly concert by visiting folk singers and songwriters, usually on the third Friday of each month. Non-members are welcome to attend our monthly concerts - we hope to see you at the next one! View a Welcome Message from our President. |
2009/2010 Schedule
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View who has performed for the PFMS since 1971.
Directions
Unless otherwise noted, the monthly concerts are held at Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, NJ (at Houghton Road & across from Princeton High School - see map).
From Route 1: Take Washington Road (Rte 571) into Princeton and cross Nassau Street. When road ends in a "T" turn right onto Wiggins. At fourth left, turn left onto Walnut Lane (to the right the street name is Chestnut). Proceed about two blocks to the church on the left, and turn left onto Houghton for parking, which is plentiful.
Other Useful Information
Unless otherwise noted, concerts start at 8:15 pm. Coffee and desserts are served during the intermission. These concerts are a wonderful way to hear your favorite folk musicians or to hear new singer-songwriters and singers of traditional music, all in an intimate, friendly setting. In addition, house concerts are occasionally held in members' homes.
Ticket Information
Concert admission for most shows is $20 for non-members, $15 for members and $5 for children eleven years of age and under. Tickets for most shows are not available in advance - they are sold at the door starting about 40 minutes before the performance.
Becoming a Member
Besides a reduction in concert admission fees, members also receive a monthly newsletter which highlights the performers and area events. Another benefit of membership is that you can attend the monthly sings. You can become a member at any concert or send your membership fees to the address below.
Click here for a printable membership form.
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Address, phone number, and email address changes for current members should be sent to Membership
Contact Us
Write us, call us at 609-799-0944 or email us with requests for more information about the PFMS, comments, suggestions, ideas on programming or if you are a performer and would like to contact the Programming Committee. The Princeton Folk Music Society welcomes organizations interested in presenting joint events. |
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| PFMS Officers for 2009-2010 | |
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| President - Pat McDonnell | Vice President - |
| Secretary - | Treasurer - Susan White |
| Members-at-Large: | ||
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| Dean Behrend | Peter Hester | Jeremy Pollack |
| Arlene Carpenter | Beverly Keating-Monson | Lisa Roth |
| Steve Davidson | Judith Miller | Paul Whiter |
Other Helpers:
Cass Bing does publicity.
The Program Committee (Artist Booking) is Justin Kodner, Susan White, & Lois
DeRitter.
Anne Gribbon is Chief of the Kitchen Crew.
Judith Miller is Baking Coordinator.
Justin Kodner is the Newsletter Editor.
Carol Kodner gets houses for sings and house concerts and sells T-shirts.
Arlene Miller sells copies of "Rise Up Singing" and lends the associated tapes.
Peter Hester and Lisa Roth maintain the membership list.
Hannah Kaufman maintains the Yahoo princetongroups list (email notices).
Paul Whiter is the Sound Engineer.
Brian McInerney is the Assistant Sound Engineer.
Don Arrowsmith is the Webmaster.
Member Profiles
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Many members of the PFMS perform in area folk clubs, schools, and for special events. They also host radio programs and house concerts, and organize folk events. View a list of links to PFMS member web sites. If you are a member of the PFMS and would like to be included on the PFMS website, please submit your website or bio to the Webmaster. |
Links to Folk Sites
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Other Folk Music Societies
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Folk Music on the Radio
- Sunday morning, 10AM-Noon, Homemade Music hosted by Mark Corso - WRSU, 88.7 FM
- Sunday evening, 7-10PM, Music You Can't Hear on the Radio, hosted by John Weingart - WPRB, 103.3 FM and WPRB.com
- Sunday evening, 8-11PM, The Gene Shay Show - WXPN, 88.5 FM
- Monday evening, 6-9PM, The Legacy Program hosted by Pete Kernast and John Bates - WTSR, 91.3 FM
