Acoustic Roots Music & Dancing

Join us for an evening of acoustic music. Tonight’s performance features two sessions by The Galway Rogues, Savannah's most experienced Irish folk and trad band.
The Galway Rogues are led by Michael Corbett (guitar and lead vocals) with Dan O'Connell (Accordion, whistles, vocals), Johnnie Kennedy (Double bass) and Liam Corbett (Bodhrán).
First Friday for Folk Music offers a fantastic music listening experience: live acoustic music by local and traveling artists, low admission fee, alcohol free, non-smoking, secular event, and a friendly, welcoming, and listening atmosphere. Refreshments offered for sale. $15 ($10 SFMS members) donation at door. Concert sponsored by Savannah Folk Music Society.
Michael Corbett- Michael is a native of the Boston area who moved to Savannah in 2005. He plays acoustic guitar and is currently the lead singer and front man for The Galway Rogues in addition to occasional solo gigs. Michael has been performing Irish music professionally since 1995 and has been mentored by some of the finest Irish folk musicians of the twentieth century, including Robbie O'Connell and the legendary Liam Clancy. Michael is also influenced by a variety of American folk musicians from Pete Seeger to Bill Staines. In Savannah, Michael was also the lead singer and guitar player for Seldom Sober and The Savannah Ceili Band.
Dan O'Connell- Dan, a native of Cleveland, OH, has been playing Irish music for over thirty years. He was a founding member of The Savannah Ceili Band and other Savannah based bands. Dan is the owner of O'Connell's pub and has lived in Savannah ever since the incident in Philadelphia.
Johnnie Kennedy- Johnnie has been playing bass professionally for over 50 years. Johnnie has worked with such notable artists as Freda Payne, the Drifters, the Platters, and the Coasters. A local legend, Johnnie works for Portman's music during the day. He and Michael first played together in 2009.
Liam Corbett- Liam is Michael's son and is a big fan of Irish music, particularly The Clancy Brothers, The Wolfe Tones, and The Irish Rovers. Liam plays bodhrán and made his professional debut with the Rogues at the 2025 Savannah Irish Festival.

NOTE THE NEW START TIME 7PM. Contra dance. Greco Hall (event space/gym), behind sanctuary at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1707 Bull St, Savannah, GA. Plenty of parking in fenced lot behind the church and enter from 33rd Street. Contras, squares and waltzes. Want to get moving but find exercising too hard and too dull? Maybe you should go for a spin Contra dancing! It’s fun, it’s aerobic, and it’s filled with great people you should know. Every dance has live music, a caller to guide you through the moves, and a beginner workshop to teach you everything you need to know. If you can listen and walk, you can Contra dance. Heck, if you can listen OR walk, we can get you through it! We’ve had folks from age 6 to age 90 come and have fun, so why not you?
Live music by special guest band Zephyr (energetic Celtic/Trad Band from Charleston, SC. Dances prompted by callers Bob Beattie and Joyce Murlless. No experience or partner needed. Newcomers welcomed. Come at 6:45pm for lesson or refresher. $10 ($5 for SFMS members) Casual dress, comfortable shoes suggested. Bring a water bottle. Parking lot off 33rd Street. Sponsored by Savannah Folk Music Society.