Logo: Susquehanna Folk Music Society
Presenting fine traditional arts in Central Pennsylvania since 1985

Upcoming Concerts

Sun, September 15 - Fort Hunter Day

Fort Hunter Day Harrisburg
SFMS hosts an open jam session as part of the annual Fort Hunter Day festivities. Afternoon music includes Rayzen Kane, Sarah Fiore, and Colebrook Road. Enjoy family-friendly activities and historical demonstrations, food, crafts, and more, all day Sunday, September 15 at Fort Hunter Park. MORE

Thu, September 26 - Skye Consort & Emma Björling

Skye Consort & Emma Björling York
Trans-Atlantic chamber folk music from Scandinavia, the British Isles, Ireland and French Canada — beyond anything you can imagine. These stellar musicians take enchanting stories and melodies, both traditional music and tunes of their own devising, and bring them into the 21st century. Concert on Thursday, September 26 at UUCY. MORE

Sat, September 28 - Field & Folk: save the date!

Field & Folk: save the date! New Cumberland
Mark your calendar for a fun outdoor harvest dinner with live music! The performer will be announced soon. By popular request, it's scheduled for earlier in the fall (so hopefully not so chilly). Pencil in Sunday, Sept 29 as a rain date, but put a big red circle around Saturday evening, September 28 at Bashore Hill Farm.

Wed, October 16 - Tray Wellington Band

Tray Wellington Band Lancaster
Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess, but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. Concert on Wednesday, October 16 at Zoetropolis. MORE

Sat, October 19 - Deeper Than The Skin

Deeper Than The Skin Harrisburg
Two friends: one Black, one White... one from the North, one from the South. Musicians, storytellers, students of history, and world travelers, born three days apart! Two separate narratives, one powerful friendship, and an invitation into a place of common ground. Reggie Harris and Greg Greenway will make you laugh, smile, cry and reconsider what you know about our history. Concert on Saturday, October 19 at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg. MORE

Wed, November 13 - Palmyra

Palmyra Palmyra Lancaster
This breakout folk trio explores the fusion of traditional folk string instruments, lush harmony, and earnest songwriting. They’re an unmistakable force in the Americana music landscape. With special guest Vince Yarnell Concert on Wednesday, November 13 at Zoetropolis. MORE

Fri, December 13 - April Verch & Joe Newberry

April Verch & Joe Newberry Harrisburg
These two grew up around people who made their own fun with music and dance, and it shows. With original songs and timeless classics, heartwarming stories and lively tunes & dance, their shows radiate joy and good fellowship. Concert on Friday, December 13 at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg. MORE

Fri, February 7 - San Miguel Fraser

San Miguel Fraser Harrisburg
Castilian, Celtic and original music featuring violins, vocals, cittern and pandareta: “exquisite, exhilarating, effervescent... expressing the joy, warmth, and beauty of our shared humanity.”—Culburnie Records   Concert on Friday, February 7 at Fort Hunter. MORE

Tue, March 25 - Altan

Altan Hummelstown/Hershey
One of the most iconic bands in Irish music! Enchanting Irish-language singing and fiery twin fiddling from Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and new band member Claire Friel, along with Dáithí Sproule, Ciarán Curran, Martin Tourish and Mark Kelly. Their music forges a connection between modern times and Ireland’s rural past. Get tickets early for this show! Concert on Tuesday, March 25 at The Englewood. MORE