Elijah Smith and Friends — Decatur Creek — Brooks Hubbard

• Friday, February 28, 2025
• 7:30 PM  9:30 PM

• First Congregational Church10 South Park StreetLebanon, NH, 03766United States (map)

Songwriters, join us for a Green Room Gathering from 5:30-7:00 hosted by Derek Burkins!

7:30 — Elijah Smith and Friends

Eli Smith is a mandolinist and Dartmouth College senior who has been cutting his teeth in the Upper Valley bluegrass scene over the past few years. He has performed extensively with fellow student and guitarist Andrew Brozek, as well as playing solo shows in his home state of Virginia. Whether crafting original tunes or reimagining traditional songs, Eli’s playing leans towards beauty and thoughtfulness. Drawing deep inspiration from bluegrass and old-time traditions, his music has recently been enriched with Scottish influence inspired by a three-month stay in Edinburgh.

8:00 — Decatur Creek

Decatur Creek is an acoustic trio from southern NH. All multi-instrumentalist, They are Jack Henry , Beth Eldridge and Doug Farrell. They have 2 cds of original music available on spotify, itunes , you tube, pandora, amazon. their music is a unique blend of folk, blues, fiddle tunes, swing, classic country, americana.

9:00 — Brooks Hubbard

Brooks Hubbard is a national touring independent artist from the mountains of rural New England. Since the age of three, his connection with music has led him on a path of continuous growth, both as an artist and human being. From writing songs about the Iraq war at age fifteen to recording with members of Jackson Browne & James Taylors’ bands, countless house shows and concert venues , to opening for artists like KT Tunstall, Robert Cray, Reckless Kelly, Matt Mays, and Stephen Kellogg. Brooks has put in his 10,000 hours and then some to become a powerful singer, songwriter, and entertainer.