Live Acoustic Music Near Clinton, 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 Clinton 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 Clinton 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 Clinton 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

April 20
Outpost in the Burbs (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Montclair, 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
Lipbone Redding’s music stretches like a string that’s never-ending. American Roots, Blues and Jazz with world influences including Indian, Middle Eastern, African and Latin styles.
Evergreen House Concerts (House Concert)
Plainfield, 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 (Music, Book and Record Stores)
Frenchtown, NJ
April 25
Empty Nest Concerts (House Concert)
Maplewood, NJ
April 27
The Newtown Theatre (Small Theater)
Newtown, PA
April 27
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
April 27
The Newton Theatre (Concert Hall)
Newton, NJ
April 28
Dina Hall is a songwriter, singer, guitarist, percussionist, and recording artist, rooted in Bethlehem, PA, USA.
New Hope Winery (Vineyard)
New Hope, PA
May 3
New Jersey Born and Bred Singer-Songwriter, Storyteller and Street Taco Maverick...Lover of Long Naps, Short Walks and Sweet Songs
The Fine Grind (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Little Falls, 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 (Brewery)
New Hope, PA
May 3
New Hope Winery (Vineyard)
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
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
May 5
“Polished yet rootsy Chicago outfit Empty Pockets” (Rolling Stone) celebrates old-school classic rock, folk, and the blues, skillfully blending singer/songwriter catharsis with rich harmonies and
Keswick Theatre (Concert Hall)
Glenside, PA
May 5
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
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 9
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
May 9
Tim Farrell is one of only four artists to be honored as one of the 100 Greatest Acoustic Guitarists who have also won Best Instrumental in the International Acoustic Music Awards.
The Newtown Theatre (Small Theater)
Newtown, PA
May 10
Michael Patrick is an established NJ based Singer/Songwriter who has shared the stage with many national acts including Randy Travis, Clint Black, Rosanne Cash, Marty Stuart, Justin Townes Earle and more!
Godfrey Daniels (Listening Room)
Bethlehem, PA
May 10
Avenel Performing Arts Center (Small Theater)
Woodbridge Township, NJ
May 11
Godfrey Daniels (Listening Room)
Bethlehem, PA
May 16
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
May 17
Roy's Hall (Small Theater)
Blairstown, NJ
May 17
Outpost in the Burbs (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Montclair, NJ
May 17
Keswick Theatre (Concert Hall)
Glenside, PA
May 17
Princeton Folk Music Society (Folk Music Society)
Princeton, NJ
May 18
Godfrey Daniels (Listening Room)
Bethlehem, PA
May 18
The Newton Theatre (Concert Hall)
Newton, NJ
May 22
Praised by the New York Times for his “genuine originality,” Rufus Wainwright has established himself as one of the great male vocalists and songwriters of his generation.
Keswick Theatre (Concert Hall)
Glenside, PA
May 22
The Birdhouse Center for the Arts (Listening Room)
Lambertville, NJ
May 25
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
May 31
Outpost in the Burbs (Folk Music Coffeehouse)
Montclair, NJ
June 1
Singer/Songwriter: serving the song and a life sentence!
The Vineyard At Windward Festival (Festivals)
Holland Township, NJ
June 2
Husband-and-wife folk/rock Americana duo The Kennedys have been writing, recording & touring for over twenty five years. Their energetic pop-influenced sound recalls Buddy Holly & The Everly Brothers.
Sunday Night Music Club at Frenchtown Bookshop (Music, Book and Record Stores)
Frenchtown, NJ
June 6
Kathleen Alice "Kathy" Mattea is an American country music and bluegrass performer who often brings folk, Celtic, and traditional country sounds to her music.
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
June 13
Musikfest Cafe at ArtsQuest (Listening Room)
Bethlehem, PA
June 14
South Orange Performing Arts Center SOPAC (Small Theater)
South Orange, NJ
June 15
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
June 20
Craig's songs have been recorded by BB King, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, Martina McBride and about 110 others. However, his live performances are the key to his success.
Godfrey Daniels (Listening Room)
Bethlehem, PA
June 21
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
June 22
Krobath Concert Series (House Concert)
Hatfield, PA
June 30
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.
Sunday Night Music Club at Frenchtown Bookshop (Music, Book and Record Stores)
Frenchtown, NJ
July 14
Sellersville Theater (Small Theater)
Sellersville, PA
July 18
Sherman Theater (Concert Hall)
Stroudsburg, PA
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Places to see live acoustic music in and around Clinton, New Jersey

House Concerts

Cozy Cabin Concerts (Green Brook Township)
Empty Nest Concerts (Maplewood)
Evergreen House Concerts (Plainfield)
Got Music (Newtown)
Krobath Concert Series (Hatfield)
Northern Light House Concerts (Washington)
Pete and Lisa's Ewing House Concerts (Ewing)
Private House Concert, Dresher, PA (Dresher)
Stone Turtle House Concerts (Southampton)

Listening Rooms

ArtYard (Frenchtown)
Godfrey Daniels (Bethlehem)
Lambertville House (Lambertville)
More Barn Studios (Stockton)
Musikfest Cafe at ArtsQuest (Bethlehem)
Stangl Factory Stage (Flemington)
The Birdhouse Center for the Arts (Lambertville)
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)
Perkasie Patchwork Coffeehouse (Perkasie)
The Folk Project - The Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series (Morristown)

Vineyards & Breweries

Beneduce Vineyards (Pittstown)
Black River Farms (Bethlehem)
Blue Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery (Saylorsburg)
Hopewell Valley Vineyards (Pennington)
New Hope Winery (New Hope)
Old York Cellars (East Amwell Township)

Cafes, Restaurants & Coffee Shops

Bowman's North (Riegelsville)
Crossroads (Garwood)
Easton Public Market (Easton)
Edge (Bethlehem)
Gladstone Tavern (Peapack and Gladstone)
Hamilatte Coffeehouse (Trenton)
SURV (Easton)
The Boiler Room by Crossing Vineyards (Dublin)
The Fine Grind (Little Falls)
The Stanhope House (Stanhope)
Tipton's Tavern (Phillipsburg)
Widows Tavern (Easton)

Libraries

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

Small Theaters

Avenel Performing Arts Center (Woodbridge Township)
Fanwood Performance Series (Fanwood)
Nazareth Center For The Arts (Nazareth)
Roy's Hall (Blairstown)
Sellersville Theater (Sellersville)
South Orange Performing Arts Center SOPAC (South Orange)
The Ice House (Bethlehem)
The Newtown Theatre (Newtown)

Outdoor Music Series

Acoustic Kitchen (Easton)

Bars & Nightclubs

The Parlor at Hailey’s and The Hangout at Hailey’s (Metuchen)
The Royal Glenside (Glenside)