JOE JENCKS CONCERT

**Joe Jencks** is an 20-year veteran of the international folk circuit, an award-winning songwriter, and celebrated vocalist based in Chicago. Merging conservatory training with his Irish roots and working-class upbringing, Joe delivers engaged musical narratives filled with heart, soul, groove and grit.

Having penned several #1 Folksongs including the ever-relevant *Lady of The Harbor*, Jencks was a co-founder of the harmony trio, *Brother Sun*. From Festivals like Falcon Ridge, Kerrville, Mariposa, and Old Songs, to venues like Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall, Jencks has enthralled diverse audiences with his approachable style.

Joe is noted for his unique merging of musical beauty, social consciousness, and spiritual exploration. Blending well-crafted instrumentals and vivid songwriting, Jencks serves it all up with a lyric baritone voice that has the edgy richness of a good sea-salt caramel. A Joe Jencks concert is an occasion for singing, a contagious rising up of voices, an act of joy and defiance!

*You can expect many a gifted artist to move you deeply, but Joe Jencks will change who you are*. – Angela Page, WJFF

Suggested donation: $15 to $25

For reservations: diacrowe@yahoo.com or call 413-336-2589