Nov 18 - 8 pm, doors open at 7:15 pm
Tom Chapin has entertained, amused and enlightened audiences with life-affirming original songs told in a sophisticated array of musical styles. Tom’s concerts are sparked by strong, intelligent songwriting with clear, engaging vocals and intricate, melodic guitar work. The New York Times calls Tom Chapin “one of the great personalities in contemporary folk music.” He says: “Mine is not a traditional music, but it comes from a tradition. My musical heroes are people who wrote and sang real songs for real people; for everyone, old, young, and in between.”
Jan 20, 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 7:15 pm
Susan Werner returns to TSKW after her amazing performance last season. A concert date with Werner is an eventful ride, with stops in folk, pop-rock, and classic jazz styles. Always feisty and perceptive, Werner keeps audiences guessing with her new ideas. She has cultivated a reputation as a daring and innovative songwriter with a killer live show. Her work infuses traditional music styles and methods with her unmistakable contemporary worldview, and she’s an outstanding musician as well as a trained opera singer.
Feb 11, 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 7:15 pm
A one-night-only shared stage event. “Funny, irreverently reverent, thoughtful, compassionate and passionate — Stookey’s vocal sound is known all across this land: from the Wedding Song to In These Times.” Josh White, Jr. proudly upholds the musical tradition begun by his father, the legendary bluesman and social activist Josh White. Together, Noel and Josh bring to the stage a powerfully moving experience. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Florida Keys Council of the Arts.
Feb 12, 2:00 pm, Doors Open at 1:15 pm
Described last year as one of the most uplifting, incredible concerts ever to come to Key West, TSKW offers this encore performance featuring Rev. Betty Stookey, Noel Paul Stookey, Josh White Jr., and Key West’s Voices of Praise Choir. Rev. Stookey, will “season” the musical celebration with readings from many of the world’s faiths. This special performance will explore folk and gospel music and the spoken word. A true celebration of One Human Family.
Mar 9, 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 7:15 pm
Darrell Scott is not only a contemporary folk singer-songwriter, but also a session player and songwriter for mainstream artists. Dixie Chicks, Brad Paisley, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Keb Mo have all recorded his songs. Scott is known for his extraordinary skill on guitar, mandolin, accordion, and the banjo. While spending time as a member of Robert Plant’s Band of Joy, he toured throughout the uS and Europe playing major festivals like Bonnaroo and Merlefest. TSKW is excited to welcome Scott to our stage for the first time.
The first time in 100 years that the Historic Armory’s Grand Hall will be used for a performance of this caliber. All ticket holders are invited to a sweet & savory champagne reception following the event.
Mar 29, 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 7:15 pm
Many TSKW ‘regulars’ consider Carrie Newcomer to be one of their favorite performers of the past four years. Newcomer is a rare breed of artist: she illuminates life with startling depth, humor and clarity. Her sharp observation of the world led the Dallas Morning News to rave, “She’s the kind of artist whose music makes you stop, think and then say, ‘that is so true’.” She has been described as “a soaring songstress” by Billboard and a “prairie mystic” by the Boston Globe.
May 12, 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 7:15 pm
When The New Yorker deemed Catie Curtis a “folk-rock goddess”, a career was officially launched. Catie has toured with artists such as Dar Williams and Mary Chapin Carpenter. Her sound tends toward authentic, raw, and warm. Her songs have appeared in numerous television shows including Dawson’s Creek and Grey’s Anatomy. In 2005, she won the International Songwriting Competition’s Grand Prize for the song, People Look Around.
