Live Acoustic Music Near Stanhope, New Jersey

If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.

House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are many house concerts being held in and around the Stanhope area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.

Churches and non-profit community groups around Stanhope host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together. Local libraries also host free concerts that are open to the general public.

In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in several listening rooms and small theaters in and around the Stanhope area. Local vineyards and restaurants and cafes in the area sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.

Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.

Upcoming Acoustic Shows

March 28
Outpost in the Burbs (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Montclair, NJ
March 29
Le Poisson Rouge (Small Theater)
New York, NY
March 29
Carole's musical tapestry has been woven thread by thread, song by song, year by year, from a meaningful journey rich with struggles & discipline, integrity and gratitude. Her rapport with her audienc
The Folk Project - The Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Morristown, NJ
March 29
Dina Hall is a songwriter, singer, guitarist, percussionist, and recording artist, rooted in Bethlehem, PA, USA.
Triumph Brewing Company (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
New Hope, PA
March 29
Cafe Wha? (Small Theater)
New York, NY
March 31
Somewhere in between James Taylor and John Mayer. Characterized by poignant, thoughtful lyrics and soothing yet dynamic vocals.
Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery (Vineyard)
Saylorsburg, PA
April 3
Known for their lockstep vocal harmonies and catchy, yet thought-provoking songwriting, troubadours Mat Dauzat and Heather St. Marie have kept the name Dauzat St. Marie popping up all over the U.S. touring with heavyweight acts.
Carroll Place (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
New York, NY
April 5
Dina Hall is a songwriter, singer, guitarist, percussionist, and recording artist, rooted in Bethlehem, PA, USA.
Easton Public Market (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Easton, PA
April 5
White Eagle Hall (Small Theater)
Jersey City, NJ
April 6
Avenel Performing Arts Center (Small Theater)
Woodbridge Township, NJ
April 7
British multi-award nominated artist Danni Nicholls recently fulfilled her dream of moving to Nashville. She has released three critically acclaimed albums, toured the world, and offers stunning self penned songs that’ll make you move, laugh & weep.
Avenel Performing Arts Center (Small Theater)
Woodbridge Township, NJ
April 7
White Eagle Hall (Small Theater)
Jersey City, NJ
April 9
The Bitter End (Small Theater)
New York, NY
April 9
The Mercury Lounge (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
April 9
Rockwood Music Hall (Small Theater)
New York, NY
April 12
The Bowery Ballroom (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
April 12
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House of Hamill puts on a show that captivates audiences.
Roy's Hall (Small Theater)
Blairstown, NJ
April 13
More Barn Studios (Listening Room)
Stockton, NJ
April 13
Somewhere in between James Taylor and John Mayer. Characterized by poignant, thoughtful lyrics and soothing yet dynamic vocals.
Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery (Vineyard)
Saylorsburg, PA
April 13
The Folk Project - The Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Morristown, NJ
April 13
Roy's Hall (Small Theater)
Blairstown, NJ
April 13
Kyle Hancharick captivates audiences with his soaring tenor voice and crisp acoustic guitar. His songwriting is sometimes personal, other times reflective of experiences he observes.
Torne Valley Vineyards (Vineyard)
Sloatsburg, NY
April 14
Teresa is a Singer, Songwriter and Pianist from Park City, Utah
Don't Tell Mama NYC (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
April 14
The Bowery Ballroom (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
April 18
The Mercury Lounge (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
April 19
Princeton Folk Music Society (Folk Music Society)
Princeton, NJ
April 19
Info at www.ariellesilvermusic.com/tour
The Folk Project - The Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Morristown, NJ
April 20
Outpost in the Burbs (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Montclair, NJ
April 20
Ethical Brew at The Ethical Culture Society (Listening Room)
Teaneck, NJ
April 20
The wit and honesty of this renowned Minnesota-via-New Jersey guitarist and songwriter have made him one of the most beloved artists currently carrying on the folk tradition.
Stangl Factory Stage (Listening Room)
Flemington, NJ
April 21
International Folk Music Awards 2017 Artist of the Year Ordinary Elephant captivates audiences with their emotionally powerful and vulnerable songs, letting the listener know that they are not alone i
Sunday Night Music Club at Frenchtown Bookshop (Listening Room)
Frenchtown, NJ
April 21
The Cutting Room (Listening Room)
New York, NY
April 23
White Eagle Hall (Small Theater)
Jersey City, NJ
April 24
Minor Gold are an award winning Australian duo weaving masterful harmonies around stripped back, organic arrangements that draw on the classic songwriting of 70’s West Coast pop, the daydream haze of 60's folk to the ballad romance of the 80's.
Rockwood Music Hall (Small Theater)
New York, NY
April 27
The Newton Theatre (Concert Hall)
Newton, NJ
May 1
The Mercury Lounge (Bar/Nightclub)
New York, NY
May 2
White Eagle Hall (Small Theater)
Jersey City, NJ
May 3
Minor Gold are an award winning Australian duo weaving masterful harmonies around stripped back, organic arrangements that draw on the classic songwriting of 70’s West Coast pop, the daydream haze of 60's folk to the ballad romance of the 80's.
Fox & Crow (Listening Room)
Jersey City, NJ
May 3
The Newton Theatre (Concert Hall)
Newton, NJ
May 3
Dina Hall is a songwriter, singer, guitarist, percussionist, and recording artist, rooted in Bethlehem, PA, USA.
Triumph Brewing Company (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
New Hope, PA
May 4
Minor Gold are an award winning Australian duo weaving masterful harmonies around stripped back, organic arrangements that draw on the classic songwriting of 70’s West Coast pop, the daydream haze of 60's folk to the ballad romance of the 80's.
More Barn Studios (Listening Room)
Stockton, NJ
May 4
Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall (Small Theater)
New York, NY
May 5
With a voice like complex coffee,Gráinne Hunt enchants audiences with her heart-melting vocals and emotional songs, making her a standout among Ireland’s vocalists and songwriters.
Cozy Cabin Concerts (House Concert)
Green Brook Township, NJ
May 5
Hamilton Park House Concerts (House Concert)
Staten Island, NY
May 5
Le Poisson Rouge (Small Theater)
New York, NY
May 8
Indie Folk Singer-Songwriter with a European Twist. I sing in 4 languages and I love to take my audience with me on an imaginary journey throught songs and stories.
Rockwood Music Hall (Small Theater)
New York, NY
May 10
Avenel Performing Arts Center (Small Theater)
Woodbridge Township, NJ
May 10
The Iridium (Listening Room)
New York, NY
May 11
The Bitter End (Small Theater)
New York, NY
May 11
Jalopy Theater (Listening Room)
Brooklyn, NY
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Places to see live acoustic music in and around Stanhope, New Jersey

House Concerts

Cozy Cabin Concerts (Green Brook Township)
Evergreen House Concerts (Plainfield)
Hamilton Park House Concerts (Staten Island)
House of Love Concerts (Brooklyn)
Live @ Drew's (Ringwood)
Northern Light House Concerts (Washington)

Listening Rooms

ArtsQuest (Bethlehem)
ArtYard (Frenchtown)
City Vineyard (New York)
City Winery (New York)
Ethical Brew at The Ethical Culture Society (Teaneck)
Fox & Crow (Jersey City)
Jalopy Theater (Brooklyn)
Joe's Pub at the Public (New York)
Lambertville House (Lambertville)
More Barn Studios (Stockton)
Stangl Factory Stage (Flemington)
Sunday Night Music Club at Frenchtown Bookshop (Frenchtown)
Tavern Concerts in Old Richmond Town (Staten Island)
The Birdhouse Center for the Arts (Lambertville)
The Cutting Room (New York)
The Iridium (New York)
Watchung Arts Center (Warren)

Folk Music Societies

Princeton Folk Music Society (Princeton)

Folk Music Coffeehouses

Glen Ridge Train Station (Glen Ridge)
Outpost in the Burbs (Montclair)
People's Voice Cafe (New York)
The Folk Project - The Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series (Morristown)

Vineyards & Breweries

Beneduce Vineyards (Pittstown)
Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery (Saylorsburg)
Hopewell Valley Vineyards (Pennington)
Old York Cellars (Ringoes)
Torne Valley Vineyards (Sloatsburg)

Cafes, Restaurants & Coffee Shops

Bowman's North (Riegelsville)
Carroll Place (New York)
Crossroads (Garwood)
Easton Public Market (Easton)
Gladstone Tavern (Peapack and Gladstone)
Hill Country Barbecue (NY) (New York)
Organic Grill (New York)
Silvana (New York)
SURV (Easton)
The Fine Grind (Little Falls)
The Stanhope House (Stanhope)
Tipton's Tavern (Phillipsburg)
Triumph Brewing Company (New Hope)
Widows Tavern (Easton)

Libraries

Cranford Public Library (Cranford)
Franklin Township Public Library (Franklin Township)

Small Theaters

Avenel Performing Arts Center (Woodbridge Township)
Cafe Wha? (New York)
Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall (New York)
Fanwood Performance Series (Fanwood)
Hurdy Gurdy Folk Club (Fair Lawn)
Le Poisson Rouge (New York)
Nazareth Center For The Arts (Nazareth)
Rockwood Music Hall (New York)
Roy's Hall (Blairstown)
Sherman Theater (Stroudsburg)
South Orange Performing Arts Center SOPAC (South Orange)
The Bitter End (New York)
The Triad Theater NYC (New York)
Union County Performing Arts Center (Rahway)
White Eagle Hall (Jersey City)

Outdoor Music Series

Acoustic Kitchen (Easton)

Bars & Nightclubs

Don't Tell Mama NYC (New York)
Freddy's Bar (New York)
Parkside Lounge (New York)
The Bowery Ballroom (New York)
The Bowery Electric (New York)
The Mercury Lounge (New York)
The Parlor at Hailey’s and The Hangout at Hailey’s (Metuchen)