The Postcrypt Coffeehouse is located in the basement of St. Paul's Chapel on the campus of Columbia University in NY. We feature live acoustic music from both local and national acts. When we say acoustic, we really mean it; there are no microphones. Columbia is located at 116th St. and Broadway and is accessible by the 1 and 9 subways. Admission is always free and open to all. Performances start at 9PM and generally run through 12:30AM.
This schedule is still incomplete. We'll post the completed schedule as soon as it's available.
For more info, call (212) 854-1953 or send email to postcrypt@columbia.edu Please browse our World Wide Web page at http://www.cc.columbia.edu../
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Friday, January 31
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JEFF TARAYLA -- Don't miss this New York singer-songwriter with his creative lyrics and distinguished guitar parts.
HUGH BLUMENFELD -- Hugh says of the Postcrypt, "I love this place! When I play in the city these days (which I don't), this is where I want to be doing it (which I do)."
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Saturday, February 1
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INA MAY WOOL -- A Barnard alumna, Ina May used to frequent the Postcrypt stage and made her return at 1995's Postcrypt History Night. Welcome back this talented singer-songwriter!
JEFF CANNON -- Son of Postcrypt co-founder Rev. John Cannon and winner of the 1994 Rhode Island Songwriters competition, Jeff sings sincere, image-rich songs with the flexible voice of a classically trained singer who has done stints in a rock band and as a pop songwriter. "Don't miss him!" says The Boston Globe.
LEROY LANGE -- An alum of Columbia College, Leroy brings his "urban country music" to our stage with friends Mark Shapiro and Johnny Lockett.
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Friday, February 7
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COMMON SENSE -- opening for:
GREG GREENWAY -- This Boston-based singer/songwriter recently appeared on Christine Lavin's "Big Times in a Small Town" compilation, and his debut album was nominated for two Boston Music Awards. The Boston Globe has described Greg's music as "...nothing short of revelatory."
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Saturday, February 8
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PAUL CLEMENTS -- Paul plays at many clubs around the city. He is a skilled guitarist with playful, sometimes surreal songs full of warmth and humor.
DAVE'S TRUE STORY -- Winners of the New Folk competition at the 1994 Kerrville Folk Festival, Dave's True Story consists of vocalist Kelly Flint and guitarist/vocalist David Cantor. Their sound combines the joyous innocence of the 40's with a deadpan contemporary irony of the 90's. Vin Scelsa has called their music "wonderful stuff...reminiscent of Cole Porter."
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Friday, February 14
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SCOTT SYLVESTER -- Opening for...
SARAH GREENE -- Sarah creates a distinctive sound with her strong blues-oriented guitar work, haunting melodies, and stark lyrics. Sarah's jazz and blues playing echoes the past while pushing the limits of the genre.
KATE JACOBS -- Kate Jacobs' songwriting covers unusual topics such as nunning and the Story of O. She's a long-time postcrypt veteran. Come early and get a seat!
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Saturday, February 15
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OPEN STAGE -- Folk, blues, bluegrass, jazz, reggae you name it! We also welcome poets, storytellers, actors, comics, and performers of all kinds. Performances start at 9:00; sign-up begins promptly at 8:45. Eight to ten minute limit.
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Friday, February 21
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GABRIEL DORMAN -- Gabe's a native New Englander who has been taking New
York's acoustic scene by surprise with his blend of funky acoustic
rhythms and soulful harmonies.
ANDREW VLADECK -- Columbia's own (class of '92) folk and blues man may surprise us with a banjo, along with his old guitar and harmonica. He's sure to pack the house!
JOHN TRAIN QUARTET -- Also a Columbia alum, John will enthrall you once again with his skillful guitar playing and stories of the road -- and this time he's got his quartet with him.
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Saturday, February 22
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MADDEN RAY -- Opening for...
JIM ALLEN -- Talented guitarist Jim Allen often appears on Fast Folk recordings. He brings his bluesy voice back to our stage.
5 CHINESE BROTHERS -- They're not Chinese, and they're not brothers, but this quintet featuring several Columbia alums has developed a cult following in their 13 years of playing at the Postcrypt. Their debut album Singer, Songwriter, Beggarman, Thief has received rave reviews in Rolling Stone, CMJ, and Newsday.
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Friday, February 28
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JENNIFER KIMBALL and LARRY JOHN MCNALLY -- These two greats recently received several standing ovations from a packed house at the Fast Folk Cafe. Formerly half of The Story, Jennifer has since lent her gorgeous voice and intricate harmonies to the recordings (and shows) of such luminaries as John Gorka, Patty Larkin and Ellis Paul, and that voice now graces her very own songs. Distinguished singer-songwriter Larry John McNally's work has been recorded by such world-famous artists as Chaka Khan, Joe Cocker, Aaron Neville, Rod Stewart and Bonnie Raitt. Don't miss the chemistry as this dulcet-voiced pair shares the Postcrypt stage.
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Saturday, March 1
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JIM GAUDET -- Jim started his career as flat picker and mandolin player, but now sings and strums his guitar. He recently had one of the top five independently produced albums in the United States. A regular at Albany's respected Caffe Lena, Jim is always a crowd pleaser at the Postcrypt.
THE WICOMICOS -- This eclectic duo, Mikel Campbell and Carmen Yates returns to the Postcrypt for the first time since the release of their CD, Carrying On. Don't miss their introspective lyrics and intense backbeat.