Folk Music Series Performance: Joe Jencks

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Arts & Culture

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Adults, Older Adults
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Program Description

Folk Music Series

This event is presented in part by the generous support of the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library. As a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Friends have been raising funds and building valuable bridges between the library and community since 1948. Learn more about the Friends of the Oak Park Public Library »

Event Details

Join us for a lively performance from Joe Jencks.

About Joe Jencks

Joe Jencks sings with a lyric baritone voice that has the edgy richness of good sea-salt caramel. Dual US/Irish Citizen, with 25 years on the international Folk circuit, Jencks has penned several #1 folk songs. From Carnegie Hall to Coffeehouses, Joe delivers engaged musical narratives filled with heart, soul, groove, and grit. 

A few succinct quotes...

“A man with a golden voice who has a great feeling for history, and the role that songs play in documenting that history. The Coming of the Years, by Joe Jencks is a gorgeous record.” ~ Luka Bloom 

“If one can master a craft after investing 10,000 hours, Joe Jencks’ hours are showing! Jencks tells our stories, his story, and the untold stories, as only an American folk master can - with heart and unfettered perfection.”

~ MarySue Twohy, Program Director, SIRIUS XM Radio

"In these times, we need the singers who will do the homework and tell the stories! Joe Jencks is among the fine next-generation singers who are ready to carry on the tradition as well as look into the future"  ~ Holly Near

"The key to the future is people joining in. The music of Joe Jencks captures this essential spirit. Joe is a fantastic singer who carries on the traditions."  ~ Pete Seeger