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We make music the old-fashioned way . . .
We play it . . .
	We sing it . . .
		Sometimes we even dance to it.
Traditional Music is Alive and Well in New York We run concerts, weekends, classes, singing parties, and get-togethers, all with an emphasis on traditional folk music of all flavors. For more information, including how to join or get a free newsletter, see About Us.
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FMSNY Events Calendar: * September * October * November * December * and beyond
The next TradMaD Camp is 24 -30 August 201 at Pinewoods Camp in Plymouth MA. Registration will probably open in January. The Fall Weekend, 26 October - 28 October, 2018, will be held at Hudson Valley Resort and Spa, Kerhonkson, NY. Download flier (pdf) or See our Weekends Page

As well as the events listed below, we have occasional Singing Parties and other social events. Our full newsletter lists these as well as having comprehensive listings of many other events around town. Request a sample copy of our newsletter sent by mail

Download September/October one-sheet listing with only FMS events and a weekend flier (pdf, 6M), or Download the full September newsletter (pdf 4M) including FMS events, weekend flier, and many other events around town.
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September

Wednesday 19 September, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Friday 21 and Saturday 22 September: Park Slope Bluegrass and Old Time Jamboree
[Not a club event, but one we co-sponsor.] At the Old Stone House, J.J. Byrne Park, 336 Third St at Fifth Ave, Brooklyn.

Friday Night Concert
James Reams and The Barnstormers. Nominated by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2002 as Emerging Artist of the Year, James Reams & the Barnstormers play traditional bluegrass music with an old-time country edge, and a sound that’s very much their own. They feature hard driving rhythm and 3-part harmonies that take you back to a time before bluegrass was smoothed out for the uninitiated, the ill-prepared or the faint of heart. The band includes James on guitar and lead vocals; Mark Farrell on mandolin and harmony; Doug Nicolaisen on banjo; and Carl Hayano on upright bass and harmony

Saturday Night Concert
Zolla Boys. Ben Zolla and his brother Sam are young and talented, plus still holding onto tradition and bringing it into the new age .The boys have found their voices; from songs of the Louvin Brothers, Stanley Brothers, and Jim and Jesse. They have been featured on the stage at the Grey Fox Bluegrass festival, and perform at numerous bluegrass festivals throughout New England.

Two Lazy Aces. The Lazy Aces began as an old-time string band trio whose music ranged from Appalachian ballads to Honky Tonk to modal melodies and breakdowns. They performed at the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Clearwater Festival, the Brandywine Mountain Music Festival and elsewhere and recorded “Still Lazy After All These Years” for the Marimac label. Though the larger-format Lazy Aces is no longer active, founding members Dave Howard and Bill Christophersen have continued to play together as a duo. They were featured at Pinewoods Folk Music Camp’s American Week and at the New York Folk Music Society’s Memorial Day weekend retreat, where they performed old-time tunes and country songs drawn from the likes of Gid Tanner’s Skillet Lickers, the Carter Family, Fiddlin’ Arthur Smith, the Louvin Brothers, Lefty Frizzell and Ray Price

Henry Sapoznik . “Sapoznik's banjoistic chickens come home to roost in this long-awaited return to old-time music and the 5-string “ recent quote concerning his recent album featuring Old-time and Bluegrass tunes. He is an award-winning author, record and radio producer and performer of traditional American and Yiddish music.

Plus Workshops In vocal harmony, old-time banjo and songwriting. This year we’ve added more comfortable designated shady jamming areas.
Friday night concert $15.00 at the door, Saturday Jamming and concert $15.00 at the door, Purchase both on Friday for $25.00. ( WOW..... That's a cheap date)
Friday night concert 8pm - 10pm, Saturday jamming starts at 12 noon, Workshops from 2pm to 5pm in the school
For more information please contact fbanjo (at) aol.com

Monday 24 September, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade and featuring Christy McNamara, button accordion and concertina player from east County Clare.

Wednesday 26 September, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club featuring T.R. Dallas.

Tom Allen, now known professionally T.R. Dallas, has been one of Ireland's top country-and-western artists since 1980. Since then he has become well known among Irish communities throughout Britain, America, and beyond, as well as in his native country. Among T.R.'s many hit recordings are "Who Shot J.R. Ewing?", "Hard to be Humble," "Daddy’s Girl," and "This Story I Tell You Is True."

All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. A free-will donation is collected on guest nights. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Saturday 29 September, 8 pm: The Elias Ladino Ensemble and Mara Goodman
Not a club event, but one we co-sponsor at the Peoples' Voice Cafe

	Since 1976, The Elias Ladino Ensemble (founded by longtime club member Joe Elias) has performed the songs of the Sephardic Jews in venues all over the world. The Ladino language and culture arose from a group of Spanish Jews who fled to the Ottoman Empire after their expulsion from Spain in 1492. There are Ladino songs of love and lust, drinking and disappointment, wedding songs and circumcision songs. Some date back to ancient Spain, while others reveal melodies and rhythms of the Balkan and Middle Eastern communities where they lived in exile. Daniel Elias, director and founder, plays Greek clarinet. Maurice Sedacca, a descendant of the Sedacca family of Turkey, plays guitar and oud and combines jazz, gypsy, Middle Eastern and classical styles.
Mara was a cantorial soloist for 35 years. She sings for dance and theatre, and gives concerts of ethnic and classical songs. Tonight will be an evening of mostly Yiddish songs, an Arabic song, and a dance containing a Hebrew prayer. We will consider eternal human questions: How can I make a living? Why is there injustice? When will we make peace? And great joys; a little child, a secret love. Performers: Mara Goodman, alto. Martha Siegel, cello. Rose Moskowitz, pianist/violist/mezzo. Laura Liben, guitarist/percussionist/melodica player/alto. Barbara Roan, dancer/choreographer. Andrea Goodman, soprano.
At the Community Church of New York U.U., 40 East 35th St. (between Madison & Park), Manhattan. $20 suggested contribution -- more if you choose, less if you can't; no one turned away. For PVC subscribers, students, and youth, the suggested contribution is $12.

October

Monday 1 October, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade and featuring Junior Davey, five-time All-Ireland bodhrán champion from County Sligo.

Wednesday 3 October, 7 – 10 pm: Folk Open Sing

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for a family-friendly open sing. Bring your voice, instruments, friends, neighbors, and children. Drop by for a couple of songs or the whole evening. At the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture, 53 Prospect Park West (basement), Brooklyn (near 2nd St.). Directions (pdf format). Take F train to 7th Ave.; Q train to 7th Ave.; 2/3 train to Grand Army Plaza. Hosted by Ethical Culture and FMSNY, Alison Kelley, and Tom Weir. Info: 212-695-5924.

Wednesday 3 October, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.
Sunday 7 October, 3 pm – 5 pm: Chantey & Folk Song & Music Session at the John Street United Methodist Church 44 John Street, New York City (one block south of Fulton Street and 1-1/2 blocks east of Broadway near the Fulton Street subway stop of most major lines) (PLEASE NOTE - this landmark building is not handicapped accessible - approx. 13 stairs to reach downstairs venue all facilities are located on the same level) We respectfully ask for a free will donation of any amount to help support this historic venue that is so generous in donating their space for our use. Bring your voices, instruments, and friends for a session to raise the rafters in this historic downtown venue! Anyone can sing! Hosted by The New York Packet and co-sponsored by the Folk Music Society of New York, Inc.

Sunday 7 October, 4 - 6pm: The Good Coffeehouse presents Sparks and Sticks

Sparks and Sticks consists of Richard Cohn (songwriter, vocalist, keys) and Paul Rossman (Drummer, Percussionist). They bring together many years of Blues, Jazz, Americana, Vaudeville, R&B and country music as part of their diverse combined musical experience. Paul Rossman is recognized as a superlative drum / percussion player and teacher. He has appeared with Don Mclean, Bernard "Pretty" Purdy, and has performed and recorded albums with the groups Dangling Success and The Compact. Richard Cohn has played with You Are Here, Deadline, The Crystals, Pier Pressure, and Northern Light Band. He has written music for film, t.v. and commercials. He wrote the music and appeared in the television drama, "The Reception" produced by WHA TV. and did the same for the experimental cable t.v. production of "Timewheels". He wrote and recorded the score for the noted short film, "Snack of the Dead". Richard also wrote the music for and appeared in the off-Broadway production of "The Mystery of Marco Monteverdi" at the 13th St. Playhouse. In addition, Richard has been an accompanist for famed comedy magician Prof. Bobby Baxter as well as other dance and variety performers. He is also noted as a historian of vanished Coney Island. It has been said of Sparks and Sticks and their music that, " They can cause toes to tap, make grandmas and bikers cry, and take an entire audience on a fun and memorable excursion". You're invited to come along.

Cosponsored with and at the Good Coffee House at the Old Stone House, 336 Third Street in J.J. Byrne Park, between 4th & 5th Avenues, Brooklyn; $10 contribution. Info: fbanjo[at]aol.com, Facebook

Monday 8 October, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 10 October, 8:00 - 11:00 pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Sunday 14 October, 5:00 - 8:00 pm: Upper West Side Song Swap featuring Paul Baker Hernandez

This is a rare opportunity to hear Paul as he lives in Nicaragua, and is only visiting New York for a short time in October. Originally from Scotland, he became interested in political music of Latin America through the singing of the Chilean songwriter Victor Jara. Paul sings in both English and Spanish. He has written many songs including "I Thought I Heard Sweet Victor Singing in the Night," composed in the garden of the Jara family in Chile. Paul has appeared with Inti Illimani, Rita Moreno, Martin Sheen, Jackson Browne, Dar Williams, Luis Enrique and Carlos Mejia Godoy.

Bring your voices and your songs, poems, stories, jokes, etc., because there will be plenty of time for our regular round robin. Place: Hostelling, International New York, 891 Amsterdam Avenue at 103rd Street. Contributions welcome to help cover costs. Everyone is welcome. For more information call John Ziv at 2126626575. The Upper West Side Song Swap is organized by FMSNY and Peoples' Music Network.

Monday 15 October, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 17 October, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Friday 19 October, 7:30 pm: House concert with singer-storyteller Joe Penland from North Carolinat

Deep in the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina there's a front porch that has been the destination of many folk who love these mountains, it's music and stories. Grammy winners and kids with their first guitar, banjo or fiddle, Hollywood producers, writers, and folk music collectors from all over the world, have made their way to the place Joe Penland simply calls "the farm". An invitation ain't that easy to get. Joe has been singing the ballads and telling the stories over half a century, but says with enthusiasm: "Privacy is pretty precious." And he has maintained that for a long time now. Occasionally coming out of "the shelter of these mountains" to sing at some festival or other, until recently he has been content to do it on the porch after the work is done. From his birth, Joe has listened to and learned the stories and “love songs” these travelers brought with them across the ocean, then southwest to the narrow coves and high meadows that many consider the richest repository of Great Britain's folk songs in the world . He inherited the instruments of his grandfather who died long before his birth and was taught to play by his Aunts. He learned the “love songs” from them and the great singers of Sodom Laurel. Thee singers include Lee, Berzilla, Doug and Cas Wallin and Berzilla’s sister and brother Dellie Norton and Lloyd Chandler. Joe was deemed a "Cultural Treasure" by The Asheville Citizen Times, and is the recipient of the coveted Bascom Lunsford Award. Joe's website

Upper West Side location. Reservations essential; call Heather at 646-628-4604 or email hwood50 (at) aol.com. Contribution: $15 general public, $12 members.

Sunday 21 October, 2-5 pm Shanty Sing
We are cosponsoring the Shanty Sing on the 3rd Sunday of every month. The William Main Doerflinger Memorial Sea Shanty Sessions at the Noble Maritime Collection (to give the official title) are from 2 to 5 pm at the Noble Gallery, Building D, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island. Refreshments are available, including beer and wine for sale. Snug Harbor is accessible by the S40 bus from the Staten Island Ferry Terminal and by car. See more information about the Noble Collection, click on "Visitor Information" for directions and a printable map. For further information contact Bob Conroy: RConroy421(at)aol.com or 347-267-9394.
Monday 22 October, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.

Wednesday 24 October, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club featuring Sheena Ní Mhaoláin.

Born in Dungiven, County Derry, Sheena Ní Mhaoláin (also known as Sheena Mullan) came of age in Queens, New York. She has been singing and playing guitar since she was 14 years old, and she has become quite well known in the local Irish music scene as a performer of Irish folk songs and pub songs, as well as of American country songs.
Sheena on YouTube

All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. A free-will donation is collected on guest nights. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Friday 26 - Sunday 28 October: Fall Folk Music Weekend
At the Hudson Valley Resort & Spa in Kerhonkson NY. Concerts, workshops, jamming, listening, learning, and generally having fun. With The Johnson Girls, Skip Gorman, Larry Kaplan, Chris Koldewey, and Kate McLeod. See the Weekends page for full information.
Sunday, October 28th, 6-8pm; Vincent Cross: The Life & Times of James "The Rooster" Corcoran
A performance of new & traditional broadside ballads about the 19th Century Irish-American gang leader & squatter colony chief. Known for his "caustic tongue and ready wit," he was often stereotyped tabloid fodder for the newspapers of the 1800s. If you've ever seen the movie Gangs of New York, then this would be a musical accompaniment to the rogues, pimps, murderers, and thieves that inhabited New York City in the 19th century. At the The Fireside at LIC Bar, Queens, 4558 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City 11101; (718) 7865400; Vincent's website.
Monday 29 October, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 31 October, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

November

Saturday 3 November, 8 pm: Magpie and Ivy & Miranda
Not a club event, but one we co-sponsor at the Peoples' Voice Cafe

Magpie is Terry Leonino & Greg Artzner. Since 1973 they have brought their unique sound and remarkable versatility to audiences everywhere, featuring traditional and vintage Americana to contemporary and stirring original compositions. With two strong voices in harmony and superb instrumental arrangements, their sound is powerful and moving.

Ivy & Miranda (Ivice Rose & Miranda Haydn) met at a singalong in Woodstock in 2009 and have been singing together ever since. Their repertoire includes songs of heartache, love, war, and peace. From traditional to contemporary, their harmonies capture the music inspiring hope and clarity.

At the Community Church of New York U.U., 40 East 35th St. (between Madison & Park), Manhattan. $20 suggested contribution -- more if you choose, less if you can't; no one turned away. For PVC subscribers, students, and youth, the suggested contribution is $12.

Monday 5 November, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.

Wednesday 7 November, 7 – 10 pm: Folk Open Sing

Wednesday 7 November, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Friday 9 November, 7:30 pm: Matthew Byrne in concert

Born into a family of Newfoundland music makers, Matthew’s repertoire is heavily influenced by that unique musical lineage – the weaving of a great story with a beautiful melody – and he supports this tradition with powerful vocals, polished guitar work, and a presence that fills the room. His repertoire transcends time and place and his live performance reminds us how satisfying traditional songs can be when stripped down to their basic elements. Matthew's website

At OSA Hall, 220 East 23rd St, Manhattan. Contribution: $25 general public, $20 members, $15 fulltime student/child. Book online at Eventbrite (fee applies).

Monday 12 November, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.

Wednesday 14 November, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club featuring Mary Courtney.

Mary Courtney hails from a large musical family from Castlegregory, Co. Kerry, Ireland. Now living in the Bronx, Mary is a singer, guitarist, and bodhrán player who performs either solo or with the Irish traditional band Morning Star. She uses her music to spread Irish culture and to educate her audience about the struggles of the rish people. From rock ‘n’ roll to the ethereal strains of some ancient Celtic bard, Mary can sing anything, and sing it unforgettably. Mary's website.

All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. A freewill donation is collected on guest nights. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Sunday 18 November, 2-5 pm Shanty Sing
We are cosponsoring the Shanty Sing on the 3rd Sunday of every month. The William Main Doerflinger Memorial Sea Shanty Sessions at the Noble Maritime Collection (to give the official title) are from 2 to 5 pm at the Noble Gallery, Building D, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island. Refreshments are available, including beer and wine for sale. Snug Harbor is accessible by the S40 bus from the Staten Island Ferry Terminal and by car. See more information about the Noble Collection, click on "Visitor Information" for directions and a printable map. For further information contact Bob Conroy: RConroy421(at)aol.com or 347-267-9394.
Sunday 18 November, 4 pm: Sixth Annual Woody Guthrie Brooklyn Hoot
A round robin songfest featuring Vincent Cross, Emma Graves, Beth Kotkin, Joel Landy, Nancy Moccaldi, and Steve Suffet, all performing songs that former Brooklyn resident Woody Guthrie sang. Co-sponsored and at the Good Coffeehouse, at the Old Stone House, J.J. Byrne Park, 336 Third St at Fifth Ave, Brooklyn. Contribution $10.
Monday 19 November, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 21 November, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.
Monday 26 November, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 28 November, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

December

Monday 3 December, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.

Wednesday 5 December, 7 – 10 pm: Folk Open Sing

Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for a family-friendly open sing. Bring your voice, instruments, friends, neighbors, and children. Drop by for a couple of songs or the whole evening. At the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture, 53 Prospect Park West (basement), Brooklyn (near 2nd St.). Directions (pdf format). Take F train to n 7th Ave.; Q train to 7th Ave.; 2/3 train to Grand Army Plaza. Hosted by Ethical Culture and FMSNY, Alison Kelley, and Tom Weir. Info: 212-695-5924.

Wednesday 5 December, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Sunday 9 December 9, 7:00 pm: Anne Price at the Coffeehouse@Ethical

Longtime FMSNY member and Riverdale resident Anne Price has been performing since 1979 for folk music societies, coffeehouses, schools, colleges, libraries, and festivals in the New York area as well as the UK. Her wide repertoire of traditional and contemporary folk music includes country songs, old-time ballads, Irish and Scottish songs, songs of the sea, songs about work and the labor movement, humorous songs, love songs, and more.

At the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture, 4450 Fieldston Road, Riverdale (Bronx) NY. Hosted by Lindsay Wilson. Suggested donation: $15

Monday 10 December, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 12 December, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.
Friday 14 December, 7:30 pm: The Club's Anniversary Party with singing, playing, jamming, and food. More info to come.
At OSA, 220 East 23rd St, Manhattan
Sunday 16 December, 2-5 pm Shanty Sing
We are cosponsoring the Shanty Sing on the 3rd Sunday of every month. The William Main Doerflinger Memorial Sea Shanty Sessions at the Noble Maritime Collection (to give the official title) are from 2 to 5 pm at the Noble Gallery, Building D, Snug Harbor Cultural Center, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island. Refreshments are available, including beer and wine for sale. Snug Harbor is accessible by the S40 bus from the Staten Island Ferry Terminal and by car. See more information about the Noble Collection, click on "Visitor Information" for directions and a printable map. For further information contact Bob Conroy: RConroy421(at)aol.com or 347-267-9394.
Monday 17 December, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.

Wednesday 19 December, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club featuring Heather Wood.

Heather is a veteran singer from the English revival for some 50+ years, dating from her days with The Young Tradition. She has a great repertoire of ballads, historical songs, love and agricultural songs, and a lot from the humorous side. In addition to the old songs, she has written some dynamite new ones. Over the years, Heather has also acted as agent for other artists, run folk clubs, organized weekends and other events, and written about folk music for an assortment of publications. Tonigt's show may well feature some old pagan carols not found in the church hymnals. Heather's website.

All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. A freewill donation is collected on guest nights.At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

Monday 24 December, 8 pm – 11 pm: Irish Traditional Music Session
at the Landmark Tavern, 626 11th Avenue at 46th Street, Manhattan, led by Don Meade.
Wednesday 26 December, 8-11pm: Sunnyside Singers Club.
All songs are welcome, as are acoustic instruments. At the Aubergine Cafe, 49-22 Skillman Avenue at the corner of 50th Street in Woodside, Queens. Sandwiches, salads, coffee, tea, wine, and beer are available. The nearest subway stop is 52nd Street on the #7 Flushing Local.

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