Songs and Stories for the Longest Night

As the longest nights of the year approach, gather in warmth and community for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling. Songs and Stories for the Longest Night is more than a concert—it’s an experience to connect, reflect, and celebrate the beauty of light in the darkness.

Artists for December 20

Martin Gilmore’s soulful voice navigates a wide range of sounds with traditional and original songs. His easy-going style explores the depths of folk music with authentic reproductions, creative reimaginations, and unique original songs. Gilmore’s strong desire to let his authenticity blaze a trail leaves no doubt about his sincerity or artistry. Winner of the 2024 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Troubadour songwriting competition, the 2024 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriters Showcase competition, and the 2025 New Folk Competition at the Kerrville Folk Festival.

Ingrid Avison is a Colorado based singer-songwriter who believes in music and songwriting as spell-casting. Ingrid lives in a world of secrets; as a desert wanderer she discovers them, as a therapist she holds them, and as a writer she confesses them, letting you in on the raw, intimate details of what it means to be truly alive today. Her songs blend catchy melodies, insightful and provocative lyrics and biting social commentary.

A self-taught musician, Holly Lovell was always drawn to the stage. After moving from Colorado to Australia as a kid, she found solace in music, teaching herself guitar. Lovell moved back to the U.S. to pursue music in Denver, where she became part of the local music scene. In 2025, Holly was named a finalist in the Grassy Hill Kerrville New Folk Competition and earned an Honorable Mention in the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Showcase—recognition that speaks to the quiet power of her work and the stories she’s here to tell.

From a wide-eyed tike delicately pressing the keys of her mother’s upright piano to a seasoned artist taking various stages across the country, Monica Marie LaBonte has always been guided by song. With the sharp ability to craft tracks that speak to the fragility and wonder of life, the crystalline vocalist continues to attract listeners with her stirring blend of folk and country. Although her creative pursuits are guided by pure passion, LaBonte hasn’t escaped critical praise and success. A finalist In the 2018 Songwriter Showcase, at Rocky Mountain Folks Fest in Lyons, Colo., she continues to impress with her art.