Welcome to Shenandoah Acoustics!

About the Shenandoah Coffeehouse Series

Since our start in 1994, our mission has been to provide a relaxed, comfortable and intimate listening experience which brings together artists and communities to share in folk music and stories, the way it was done in olden days before radio and iPods. Our smoke and alcohol-free concerts have been held monthly from October through April each year in various venues thoughout the region, and now solely in our home base at the beautiful and historic Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun near Leesburg, Virginia. We feature acoustic acts from the singer/songwriter, bluegrass/old-time, world and traditional folk music fields.

We invite you to come enjoy a weekend with us, visiting the beautiful mountains and valleys west of Washington DC. Our area is home to hundreds of wonderful recreational and historical opportunities, dozens of quaint bed and breakfasts and country inns, and lots of things to do. Why not spend the weekend in the country? Follow the following links for more information:

Nearby Outdoor and Historic Sites | Loudoun County Attractions | Nearby Bed and Breakfasts | More About Our Local Music

Our Venue

Our monthly "unplugged" concerts are held at the historic sanctuary of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun located along rolling fields of Gleedsville Rd. just south of Leesburg. Leesburg is some 35 miles west of Washington DC near the Bull Run Mountain and Potomac River. Our concerts are held on the 2nd Saturday monthly. The 100-year old church is an intimate and pristine acoustic environment with warm wood floors and a cozy ambience, much like a house concert. Coffee and snacks are graciously provided by the church fellowship; donations are welcome.

More about our host venue..... For directions and a map, click here.

Purchasing Tickets

You can purchase tickets at the door the night of the show, beginning when the doors open at 7:30, half an hour before showtime. Tickets are $12. You are invited to bring your favorite coffee mug to enjoy a hot beverage, and a cushion for your seat if you would like some additional comfort!

For More Information

For our annual newsletter (by regular mail) and monthly email information on upcoming events please send us your mailing and email addresses to sign up for our mailing list (and no, we don't sell it!).

Volunteers are sometimes needed at the shows - please drop us a line if you're interested!

Artists and Agents

We regret that we are not accepting any new submissions right now - our apologies and best wishes.

2008-09 CONCERT CALENDAR

Sat. Oct. 11, 2008: Larry Burnett
Founding member of Firefall ("Cinderella", "Just Remember I Love You" and 5 acclaimed albums on Atlantic in the 70s) doing a rare unplugged acoustic show accompanied by Don Chapman.

Sat. Nov. 8, 2008: Aca-Perco
The ethereal singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jennie Avila and master percussionist/drum builder Stephen Wright weave a magic of rhythm and melody.

Dark for December - Happy Holidays!

Sat. Jan. 10, 2009: Siobhan Quinn & Michael Bowers
Powerhouse vocalist & award winning songwriter; call it folk with an attitude, acoustic rock rooted in traditional, or music around an urban campfire - just call it good!

Sat. Feb. 14, 2009: Stacey Earle & Mark Stuart
Much more than just the legendary Steve Earle's sister and her husband, their top-shelf songwriting and performances are a unique look into the past and a pathway to moving on.

Sat. Mar. 14, 2009: Jon Carroll
Multiple 2008 WAMMIE winner, singer/songwriter and Mary Chapin Carpenter's keyboardist in a rare unplugged performance

Sat. Apr. 11, 2009: Joe Jencks
High-energy folk singer/songwriter and social activist melds his passion for justice, conservatory training, and Irish heritage into an unforgettable and compelling show.

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2006-07

2005-06

2004-05

Falling Mountain Music is an independent record label headquartered in nearby Winchester VA. Their artist roster and recording catalog includes exceptional contemporary and traditional acoustic music artists from our region and beyond.

Mountain Stage's NewSong Festival, held annually in the nearby eastern WV Panhandle, hosted by the great folks from the nationally syndicated radio show from WVPR, and dedicated to advancing the fine art of songwriting