Vet Songs

Veterans have important stories to tell, and expressing those stories is both instructive for us and healing to them. Ten veterans revealed their hearts and histories to 10 Folk Project songwriters, who put those messages to music. The resulting songs will be performed at Troubadour Concerts on Friday, August 28 in a consequential evening filled with meaning and healing.

Songwriters are: Sam Robbins, Tina Ross, Andrew Dunn, Dave Kleiner, Sharon Klein, Christine DeLeon, Jesse Ruben, Michael Arthur, and Barrett Ward

Proceeds will go to benefit veteran healing programs.

PERFORMERS:

Sam Robbins: A Berklee College of Music graduate and The Voice alumnus, Sam Robbins carries the classic 1970s troubadour tradition forward with sophisticated acoustic guitar work and warm, intimate storytelling.

Jesse Ruben: Brooklyn singer-songwriter Jesse Ruben has toured with Jewel and Jason Mraz, charting hits and inspiring a global school curriculum with his deeply candid, hope-filled indie-folk anthems.

Barret Ward: A consummate multi-instrumentalist and celebrated performing artist, Barret Ward masterfully bridges classic Americana warmth and innovative contemporary folk with intricate sonic arrangements and magnetic, soul-baring vocal delivery.

Michael Arthur: A versatile singer-songwriter and visual artist, Michael Arthur is a staple of the acoustic circuit, renowned for capturing life’s beautiful complexities with razor-sharp lyrical wit and effortless grace.

Tina Ross: Award-winning folk artist Tina Ross delivers spellbinding live sets, earning top festival honors and widespread radio play for her luminous vocals, pristine guitar arrangements, and deeply evocative songwriting.

Andrew Dunn: Featuring a rich baritone voice and cinematic approach to storytelling, seasoned troubadour Andrew Dunn blends classic roots-rock with traditional folk to command stages with a powerful, timeless sound.

Sharon Klein: A virtuoso vocalist with classical training, Sharon Klein delivers transcendent musical experiences across iconic concert halls, celebrated for her expansive vocal range, immaculate control, and brilliant, genre-defying arrangements.

Dave Kleiner: A legendary fixture of the regional folk scene, veteran craftsman Dave Kleiner masterfully balances laugh-out-loud humor with poignant beauty through intricate wordplay, sharp social commentary, and acoustic guitar.

Christine DeLeon: Past winner of the New Jersey Folk Festival Songwriter Competition, Christine DeLeon delivers joyfully infectious performances blending powerhouse operatic vocal control, brilliant wit, and vibrant theatricality." 

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