Past Shows

  • Ash & Eric on April 22! at 7:30 — in person! (only) Our famous refreshments are back!

    Ash & Eric (Ash and Eric L’Esperance–formerly ‘The Promise is Hope’) have never shied away from life’s hard edges. Hailing from the “gritty heart” of the Industrial Revolution — Worcester, MA — they find beauty in the challenge of being artists in a stubbornly-independent city. Their music reflects the hope and pain we all experience, sung…


  • John Flynn live at 7:30 on March 18! – in person only!

    Posted on February 13, 2022 by Friday Warmth and humor, sharp-eyed commentary, stories you’ll remember With guitar, harmonicas, and passionate perceptive words, John makes you laugh, makes you feel, makes you care. Expect a blend of warmth and humor, sharp-eyed commentary, brilliant performance, and a wide-open heart. John is known for his powerful music and tireless efforts on…


  • John Denver tribute

    Performances by Lauren Agnelli, Sally Rogers, Karen Ethier-Waring, Geoff Kaufman, Nick Evento, and Hugh Birdsall! Livestream concert: find the link on the day of the concert at  youtube.com/allsoulsnewlondon. Thank you for your donation! $15-25 suggested. Payment options:  EventBrite, Venmo, or by check to: Friday Night Folk at All Souls, 19 Jay St, New London, CT 06320 Donations will benefit…


  • 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 & Salvage and from The Boston Globe: In her latest album, “Reunion,” Lucy Kaplansky sings…


  • “Everybody Knows” Leonard Cohen Tribute on Friday, October 13

    Cohen’s songwriting and worldly-wise, deep-voiced words and music touched many.  In his 82 years, Leonard  Cohen explored religion, politics, isolation, sexuality, and personal relationships.  Early compositions included “Suzanne,” “Hey, That’s No Way to Say Goodbye,” and “Bird on a Wire.”  His song “Hallelujah” became the most-covered song in history.  Hugely influential, Leonard Cohen was admired…


  • 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 beauty, social consciousness, and spiritual exploration. Joe Jencks has spent the last 18 years touring,…


  • Kristen Graves & Lara Herscovitch, May 13, 2016


  • David Allen Hammond and Jeanie Putnam & The Carleans April 15, 2016


  • Liz de Lise, Kala Farnham, Christine Salazar ~ Annual Community Concert ~ September 18, 2015

    Liz de Lise, Kala Farnham, Christine Salazar, September 18, 2015  


  • Vance Gilbert In Concert

    Friday, March 27, 2015 Doors open 7:00 pm. Concert starts 7:30 pm. Tickets: $20 at door, $17 advance, $10 students/military with ID    


  • An Evening with Cheryl Wheeler!

    Friday, November 21, 2014 Doors open 7:00 pm. Concerts starts 7:30 pm. Tickets: $23 at door, $20 advance, $10 students/military with ID


  • Christine Lavin at Friday Night Folk

    Friday, April 5, 2013 Ticket prices: $20 at the door; $17 in advance; $10 students w/ID. visit Christine online … Christine knitted with us …                                   Carole Kargher sang to us …       Christine sang to us…


  • 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 in the flow of humanity.  t More about Gordon Bok …   Willoughby Gap is…


  • John Gorka ~ June 5, 2009

    8 PM Unity Hall All Souls UU Congregation 19 Jay St., New London, CT 06320 Though a long way from Godfrey Daniels, one of the oldest and most venerable music institutions in eastern Pennsylvania, John Gorka is still honored to be a part of the folk tradition — energetic acoustic music that is not a…