The Philadelphia Folksong Society’s Musical Artist Cooperative presents Philly Folk & Bluegrass
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General Admission $20
doors at 6:30pm
show at 7pm
The Philadelphia Folksong Society’s Musical Artist Cooperative (PFS/M.A.C.) proudly presents Philly Folk & Bluegrass, a one‑night celebration of the region’s finest folk and bluegrass performers. Join us on Thurs., September 24, 2026 from 7 to 10 pm at The Fallser Club ( 3721 Midvale Ave, Phila., PA 19129) for an unforgettable evening of acoustic artistry, tight harmonies, and foot-stomping energy. This showcase brings together standout PFS/M.A.C. artists as they perform their favorite folk and bluegrass songs—from timeless traditional tunes to fresh, contemporary interpretations. It’s a night designed to highlight Philadelphia’s vibrant acoustic music community and the musicians who keep these traditions alive.
Emcee: Heidi Hoskins.
Front Porch Swing, "Six" Sugzdinis, Electric Man, Kathy Quinn and Steve Lessick, Railroad Wings,
Terri Camilari, Jason Ager & The Golden Eagles, Bunny Barnes, Luca Diadul, The Old Sea Cats, The Edge Hill Rounders
In the spirit of folk tradition and community stewardship, all proceeds from the event will directly support The Fallser Club, a non-profit community venue committed to building equity, connection, and vibrancy through music.
More information: thefallserclub.org
Front Porch Swing
Front Porch Swing brings the golden age of American music to life with upbeat swing and classic songbook favorites. Featuring Beth Mead (guitar, banjo, vocals) and John Catterall (guitar, mandolin, vocals), the duo blends smooth harmonies, vintage style, and warm front-porch charm. Enjoy their new release Elements of Style on Spotify.
“Six” Sugzdinis
“Multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, genre-bender — ‘Six’ Sugzdinis does it all with heart and flair.”
Jeff “Six” Sugzdinis is a Pennsylvania-based multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter whose musical reach spans bluegrass, rock, folk, Americana, musical theater, and pop. Performing on mandolin, guitar, banjo, and other instruments, Six brings theatrical flair and fearless improvisation to every stage. A seasoned performer with roots in musical theater, he crafts original songs that reflect his wide-ranging influences while stretching genres with confidence and creativity. From “Blackberry Blossom” to Queen’s “Under Pressure,” his playing and songwriting are inventive, high-energy, and unforgettable.
https://www.youtube.com/@Six-hi7zq
Electric Man
Steve Perlsweig is the creator and performer of Electric Man, a one-man band presenting rock, blues, and folk music. Electric Man's own pre-recorded guitar parts and vocal harmonies accompany his singing and guitar playing. Invented in 1990 to perform in the campsites of the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Electric Man rig is a handcrafted instrument that has been used for late-night Fest performances ever since. In addition to being a wandering festival minstrel, Electric Man has appeared on varied stages, including the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Xtreme Folk Festival, and at regional cafes, restaurants, and concert venues.
https://www.facebook.com/electricmansteve/
Kathy Quinn with Steve Lessick
Kathy Quinn is a Philadelphia-area songwriter, guitarist, and performer. She is a member of the Philadelphia Folksong Society and the Philadelphia Area Songwriters’ Alliance. In 2025, she released her debut album, “Next 7 Miles”, a stylistically diverse collection of original songs that tap many moods. She is influenced by traditional and contemporary folk, blues and classic country. She is an engaging performer who brings her background in theater and improv comedy to her musical presentation. Kathy is frequently accompanied by Steve Lessick, who adds percussion, harmonica and vocal harmony.
Folk/singer songwriter
Truth, fiction and harmony
Railroad Wings
Railroad Wings is Julieann Ott, Rob Lincoln and Benjamin Chandler. Julieann writes rootsy pop “song-stories” that evoke introspective Americana superstars a la Patty Griffin. Ott sings with an earnestness that is both sweet and compelling. She hooks her listeners with vivid imagery and unexpected melodic turns that take listeners on an emotional journey. Veteran performers Rob Lincoln and Benjamin Chandler add their unique harmony and artistry to the musical ride.
Clever heartfelt lyrics and catchy melody
https://tinyurl.com/julieann-musicnoth8
Terri Camilari
Terri Camilari, a singer-songwriter who hails from Philadelphia, lives currently in Montgomery County. Whether interpreting covers using her singular voice and unique expression or offering original music with vulnerable honesty or quirky humor, Terri relates to her audience with a natural warmth. Her first solo project, Old House, released in 2020, was promoted on WPPM radio by Ray Naylor and Cape May Public Radio. Her music has played on Folk radio throughout the states and abroad, including the top 10 recording of Joni Mitchell’s Magdalene Laundries (FAI charts). Terri donates her music to several non-profit benefit shows each year.
Americana Singer-songwriter, Originals and Choice Covers
Jason Ager & the Golden Eagles
Jason Ager is getting back to his roots. Influenced by outlaw and traditional country music, Jason has always had a penchant for storytelling and imagery in his songwriting. Stripped down and gritty, his new project features Philadelphia folk scene veterans Bob Tangrea on fiddle and mandolin and Tom Tusler on upright bass and backing vocals. These new songs come from an intimate place of truth and deal with fatherhood, nostalgia and aspiration, highlighting the struggles inherent in each of those notions.
Bluegrass, Folk, Americana, Blues, Country
Bunny Barnes
Instrumental fingerstyle guitarist Bunny Barnes lets her guitar be her voice! She’s studied with celebrated guitarist Tommy Emmanuel. She placed 5th at the International Home of the Legends Thumbpicking Contest and performed at the CAAS (Chet Atkins Appreciation Society) Convention from 2021-present. Barnes opened for National Thumbpicking Award Winners, Muriel Anderson and Richard Smith, Clive Carroll & Pierre Bensusan and has played at the Sellersville Theater, the 2022 Philadelphia Folk Festival & is performing at the 2026 Woodstock Fingerstyle Guitar Festival. Her first instrumental album, "It Goes Like It Goes," was inducted into the National Thumbpickers' Hall of Fame as 2022 "Album of the Year!"
"Instrumental Fingerstyle Guitarist"
Luca Diadul
Luca Diadul creates introspective, vulnerable music to inspire acceptance in heartbreak. His journey started in the mountains of Japan, where, too tired to care who was listening, he sang for a handful of strangers in a tiny hostel and realized how deeply performing music mattered to him.
Luca’s music centers on soulful songwriting and a tender, powerfully decadent vocal style. He prioritizes narrative dynamics, lush vocal harmonies, and a levity that balances more emotional songs. The result is a nostalgic and soothing energy that invites you to drift and dream.
Hozier with a strong dash of Billie EIlish’, 'indie folk with a strong dash of alt pop'
Narrative dynamics, lush vocals, levity and emotion.
The Old Sea Cats
The Old Sea Cats are Rob Lincoln, Steve Lessick and Art Cohen. These three multi-intrumentalist/singers have performed in a variety of conglomerations around the Philly Music Scene for many years:. Performing both a-cappella and with minimal instrumentation, they present old and new sea shanties and maritime related songs. Their material consists of traditional shanties, celtic and old American folk songs and originals from Rob Lincoln as well as from folk music greats like Andy M. Stewart (of Silly Wizard Fame), Woody Guthrie and Stan Rogers. Old and New Sea Shanties and Maritime Songs
Old and New Sea Shanties and Maritime Songs
Sea Shanties, Maritime Songs, Celtic
https://theoldseacats.com/ www.youtube.com/@roblincolnsongs
The Edge Hill Rounders
The Edge Hill Rounders play acoustic music featuring originals and great covers in the folk/folk-rock tradition. They cover cosmic Americana, bluegrass, country-rock, and old-time genres. Paul Mamolou (guitar) and Tim Cheney (mandolin) deliver tight vocal harmonies inspired by artists like Ira and Charlie Louvin and Gram Parsons and Chris Hillman of the Flying Burrito Brothers. John Mahony adds sizzling fiddle, with Chris Gately on drums and Topher Horner on bass. EHR’s original songs cover a broad spectrum, from dry wit to tenderness tugging on your heartstrings, as well as the folk tradition of reporting current events.
Distinctive acoustic Americana sound
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By Car or By Train
The East Falls Train Station is a short walk from the Fallser Club. Parking in East Falls is no problem! There is ample free on-street parking near the East Falls train station driveway at 3610 Midvale Ave and a paid municipal lot three blocks away at 4100 Ridge Ave. Midvale Ave and Ridge Ave are both well-lit!
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