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Music enthusiasts old and young—join us for an afternoon of rich musical storytelling with Jeff Warner, one of the nation’s foremost interpreters of traditional American folk music.

Performing in the Shaw Research Library at the Portsmouth Athenaeum on Sunday, April 6, at 3:00 p.m., this special event is open to members and friends.

Jeff’s performances connect 21st-century audiences to the lives and artistry of 19th-century Americans, weaving together songs from lumber camps, fishing villages, and mountain communities. Accompanying himself on concertina, banjo, guitar, and traditional pocket instruments, Jeff brings history to life through music, humor, and storytelling. This performance focuses on the following:

Range the Wild Woods Over: Loggers’ Songs and Stories

Loggers at the turn of the twentieth century cut the timber that built and warmed our houses and provided the ties for America’s ever-expanding railroads. Timber established Portsmouth, Portland and Bangor as important ports, sending New England lumber around the world. Folklorist Jeff Warner relates the songs and stories of the people who worked the wintry woods, showing their humor and their grit, and giving us a glimpse into everyday life in long ago lumber camps.

A longtime Portsmouth resident Jeff has performed worldwide, from folk clubs in the UK to Smithsonian Institution tours. His deep knowledge, warm presence, and engaging style ensure that audiences leave with not only great music in their hearts but also a newfound appreciation for America’s folk traditions.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a true master of folk music in an intimate setting. For more information about Jeff Warner, visit http://www.jeffwarner.com/.

Note: Online registration is available until 24 hours before the event. After that time, please call (603) 431-2538 to reserve any remaining spots. Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact events@portsmouthathenaeum.org.