With 26 recordings and hundreds of songs in his repertoire, Tom Chapin serves up a tasty mix of story songs, ballads, comedic and political songs, family music, sing-alongs, old-time folk classics and a favorite song or two of his late brother Harry’s. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp and is joined by longtime collaborator, Michael Mark, who plays concertina and bass.
This concert is made possible, in part, with a generous gift from Hannah and John Nelson.
The New York Times calls Hudson Valley troubadour Tom Chapin “one of the great personalities in contemporary folk music.” In a career that spans five decades, 26 albums and three Grammy awards, the multi-talented singer-songwriter-guitarist has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. In addition to his work as a recording artist and concert performer, Chapin has acted on Broadway, as well as working extensively
in television, radio, and film.
As a music-maker, Chapin has maintained two long and productive parallel careers, both as a respected contemporary folk artist and as a pioneer in the field of children's music. Chapin has established a reputation for insightful, heartfelt songcraft and charismatic live performances. His witty, life-affirming original songs convey positive messages about family, good food and the green earth. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo, and autoharp.
“I have been singing songs of hope, possibility, love and family these days, which feel immensely important at this particularly dark and divided moment in our history,” Chapin says. In addition to his musical and media endeavors, Chapin is a tireless advocate on behalf of a variety of charitable organizations. He has been a board member of WhyHunger since it was established in 1975, and remains active in a variety of environmental causes, as well as efforts on behalf of music and the arts in our public schools.
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Michael Mark received a Drama Desk Award for best supporting actor in the role of Stanley in the original Broadway cast of “I Love My Wife.” From there, he signed on as musical director for the national tour of “I Love My Wife” starring Tom and Dick Smothers. He is perhaps best known for writing the theme for TVʼs “Entertainment Tonight.” In 1981,Michael was cast in the original production of “Cotton Patch Gospel” by Harry Chapin. It was there that Michael met Tom Chapin. Michael and Tom have collaborated on music for the childrenʼs musical “The Magic Fishbone,” as well as songs for Tomʼs award-winning family and adult recordings.