(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Folk Music Society presents Phil Ochs Song Night on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Christ Congregation Church. Phil Ochs was at the core of the early 1960's Greenwich Village folk music movement, and was known for his civil rights and protest songs such as "I Ain't Marching Anymore." Showtime is 8:00pm.
Starting in 1983, many of Phil’s compatriots (including Suzanne Vega, Melanie, Tom Paxton, Christine Lavin, and Dave Van Ronk) came together to remember and honor him at Phil Ochs Song Nights in various Greenwich Village venues. Initially the concert was limited to songs written by Phil himself, but performers now include some of their own songs as well, to keep the program fresh, up-to-date, and vibrant. Phil Ochs Song Night has grown into a more than annual tradition, embracing various musicians and venues.
Reggie Harris, Greg Greenway, Pat Wictor, and Louise Mosrie star in the Princeton Folk Music Society’s Phil Ochs Song Night.
Tickets are $40 ($35 for members) and available for purchase online or at the door if not sold-out. Doors open at 7:30pm. Ample free parking. Christ Congregation Church is located at 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, New Jersey. A livestream of the concert is also available.
Reggie Harris delighted the Princeton Folk Music Society audience in February 2024. His performances showcase a fluid vocalist, arranger, and guitarist whose open spirit and wide-angle smile creates an atmosphere that rewards the ears, opens the heart and consistently earns the trust and joyful admiration of audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Greg Greenway's music blends the passion of Richie Havens, the lyrical guitar of James Taylor, and the rhythmic and political influences of Peter Gabriel, He has been described as “one of the strongest, and finest voices in folk music.” The Boston Globe wrote, “Few modern folk singers can own a coffeehouse stage as completely as Greenway. Musically, his guitar, piano, ukulele, and melodica reflect inspiration from all over the map: gospel, rock, blues, Jazz, and world music.”
Pat Wictor first burst on the folk and acoustic scene as an innovative slide guitarist known for fresh interpretations of traditional and contemporary songs. He was inspired to release a CD, This Is Absolutely Real: Visions and Versions of Phil Ochs. In his review in Sing Out!, Ron Olesko says: “Pat does take some liberties with melodies and additional lyrics, but this serves to make these songs relevant to modern audiences and exposes new facets to the songs. The imagery, phrasing, and melody that Ochs created are still present, and warmly respected.”
Louise Mosrie writes Americana-folk songs and tells the stories behind them. The first thing most people remark on is her voice. Louise is a classically trained singer with a big pop voice (and a touch of twang) and an award-winning songwriter. She has been compared to Nanci Griffith, Emmy Lou Harris and Alison Krauss.
The Princeton Folk Music Society has encouraged the growth of folk music in central New Jersey for over 60 years. As they continue to explore new ways of presenting and promoting folk music while ensuring a Covid 19-safe environment for their audiences, their concerts this season will available for viewing by live streaming, as well as on-site in Princeton. They welcome everyone to join them, in person or virtually for their concerts.
