Old-Time music is the real thing: music the way it is supposed to be, played for the sheer joy of swapping songs and having a good time. Come to our own back porch session and bring your guitar or banjo, fiddle or mando, bones, what have you. Just for the fun of it!

Traditional Irish and Celtic music session.

Come join us for an evening of jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas, and songs. All musicians, singers, dancers, and other lovers of Irish music welcome. Hosted by Ed Saultz and Fred Gilmartin.

Godfrey's is proud to bring you Lehigh Valley native and guitar legend, Steve Kimock with a trio featuring John Morgan Kimock on drums and Trevor Exter on cello, bass and vocals.

Kimock is distinguished for his incomparable approach to the art of guitar; his ability to gently tug a flurry of notes with tonal precision is breathtaking. Kimock has an uncanny ability to relay genuine passion and emotion through his instruments, much like a literary poet speaks through words. His instinctive understanding of music and high-level dexterity has driven over thirty years of worldwide performances ---developing a devoted following of music fans and guitar aficionados alike.

Kimock co-founded the quintessential Bay area band Zero in the 80’s, KVHW in the 90’s, SKB in 2000, and is currently performing in Crazy Engine. Kimock has performed alongside a myriad of renowned musicians, including Bruce Hornsby, all members of the Grateful Dead, Peter Frampton, Bonnie Raitt, The Allman Brothers, Joe Satriani, Steve Winwood, all members of Phish, Derek Trucks, Ivan Neville, and Grace Slick.
His passion and devotion to performing live improvisation is matchless. You won't want to miss this rare hometown appearance.

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Our beloved founder Dave Fry returns with his entertaining shenanigans. Dave’s concerts feature both traditional and contemporary folk music, spliced together with guitar, mandolin, banjo, wry and spontaneous commentary on American family life, and plenty of participation on everyone’s part. Dave is unique in his ability to entertain all ages, and builds a sense of community everywhere he performs. Don't miss the fun!

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The spawning ground for new artists! Open Mike features a grab bag of regional talent. During each 3-song/15-minute set, you may hear anything from guitar pickers and budding singer-songwriters to pianists, fiddlers, comedians, poets, and storytellers. Many a notable act started here. Watch history in the making! Sign-up is just before 7:00 p.m.

Lucky are we to add Bluegrass music to our monthly community jams! Join Fred Gilmartin and friends for a fine music circle in the tradition - bring your instruments and voice, or come just to listen and tap your feet.

Free!

Godfrey’s is pleased to present storytelling. Join us and the Lehigh Valley Storytelling Guild for this special night. Bring a story to tell.

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Steve James is a well known name among devotees of contemporary acoustic folk and blues; this notoriety based on numerous critically acclaimed recordings, a tireless international tour schedule and a sheaf of published work including articles, instruction books and videos. His instrumental versatility on guitar, slide guitar, mandolin, guitar-banjo also makes him a favorite at music camps and workshop programs. "Flawless fingerpicking and slide guitar paired with an idiosyncratic writing style and an exuberant performance persona makes Steve James come on like a full band." Dirty Linen

 Steve returns to our stage with a new album, Short Blue Stories.
 

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Two great friends - each inspired by the other - share the bill this evening!

With the release of her debut solo album, “Free”, and a wonderful performance at Musikfest 2009, our own Dina Hall gave us two reasons to sit back and listen to the heartfelt stories in her songs. Michael Fritz joins her on lead guitar and dobro.

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Schooled in musical theatre and raised on Chicago blues, Beth Sherby brings it all together with melodic wit and wisdom. Don’t miss them together on our stage! 

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Swing is back - big! This is the night: Western swing, big band Dixieland, and more. Bring sheet music. All instruments welcome.

Join Kathy Long in an evening of storytelling to celebrate the official release of her two CDs, "Mangos & Pickles & Spiders, Oh My! Tales for the Holiday Season" and "The Legend of Glen Onoko & Other Stories."

John Stowell is a unique jazz guitarist from Oregon influenced as much by pianists and horn players as he is by guitarists. His original take on harmony, chords and improvisation sets him apart. Frank DiBussolo and John both play with a more classical and pianistic technique than the blues licks influenced style of some jazz guitarists. John has been called a master creator with incredible originality. Some of the artists John has collaborated with include Milt Jackson, Lionel Hampton, Herb Ellis, Bill Watrous, Billy Higgins, and Dave Liebman.

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Angel Band makes big noise. Loud noise. Boisterous, sad, sweet, goofy, glorious and angelic. The core of the band is held by the three singers: Nancy Josephson, Aly Paige and Kathleen Weber. All are experienced on lead and backup vocals. The love of the sound that three female voices make together is at the center of this group. The chord rules the day. Both mystical and elemental when the three hit “it” the hair on the back of your neck’s gonna stand up. The difficult to pigeonhole sound that emanates from the band roams from old time “mountain” music to contemporary rock and roll influenced originals. You’ll hear a fusion of folk, roots, blues, country and gospel-tinged throw downs. Any way you slice it this band catches hold of you and won’t let go.

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The spawning ground for new artists! Open Mike features a grab bag of regional talent. During each 3-song/15-minute set, you may hear anything from guitar pickers and budding singer-songwriters to pianists, fiddlers, comedians, poets, and storytellers. Many a notable act started here. Watch history in the making! Sign-up is just before 7:00 p.m.

A low-volume get-together for swapping songs and riffs with other blues players. Hosted by Tavern Tan featuring Doug Ashby, Tom Axcel, Andrew Brubaker, and Dave Joachim.

A musical evening with Magnolia Sisters is a fun and enriching experience move between accordion two-steps, twin fiddle tunes, heavy bass Creole hits. The dancehall standards and unaccompanied songs. Their most recent CD “Stripped Down” (Arhoolie Records), was nominated for a Grammy in 2010. Join Ann Savoy (Savoy Doucet Band), Jane Vidrine, Anya Burgess, and Lisa Trahan as they share their common ground of Louisana music and its rich heritage.

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Presented by LV Storytelling Guild. Three days of storytelling events, including a children’s show, workshop, concerts, and sacred stories. Featured tellers: Willy Claflin, Arianna Ross of Story Tapestries, and Emerging Teller Cris Riedel among others. Full Schedule at www.lvstorytellers.org

Join a friendly group of Songwriters in the Round, be inspired and turn your works in progress into polished gems. If you're an experienced writer or have just always wanted to write a song, come share the craft of songwriting. Hosted by Steve Walker.