First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta

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Call: (404) 378-5570 or visit www.firstexistentialist.org
The former home of a black Baptist church that was escaped thanks to 1950s racial hostilities is now a come-as-you-are, Unitarian house of worship that places no deity above another. In addition to Sunday “celebrations of life,” the church hosts philosophy discussions, yoga, movie nights, and more.

Saturday April 20, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
From Iceland to Italy, and all over the U.S., San Francisco-based band Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues, rock, and Americana. Led by vivacious crossover cellist Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues and rock with... [click here for more]

Saturday March 16, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
Jeff Silver has composed for musical theater, advertising, corporate projects, and modern dance. His song “Forget About Love” appeared on Mark Wills’ gold-selling album Permanently. Pat Walsh brings listeners a rich chordal palette, literate lyrics, and a strong melodic sense. He has released two in... [click here for more]

Saturday February 17, 2024 07:00 PM EST
Nashville’s Dana Cooper has logged millions of miles as a renowned songwriter and storyteller. This Kansas City native engages and inspires audiences around the world with his quick wit, insightful stories, and lyrics. His latest CD, I Can Face The Truth, charted on five different radio charts: Amer... [click here for more]

Saturday January 20, 2024 07:00 PM EST
First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta Cost: $10 gen. adm., $8 AAFFM and First E. Cong. members; additional contributions appreciated. Cash or check at door.
This month: Two Asheville NC groups, Tina and Her Pony and The Moon and You. In a soundscape rich in folk and Americana offerings, Tina and Her Pony stands out with their clarity and freshness. Rich in harmonies, arrangements, lyrics and captivating vocals, their music chronicles complex emotional... [click here for more]

Saturday December 16, 2023 07:00 PM EST
First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta Cost: $10 Gen Adm., $8 AAFFM and First E. Cong. members; additional contributions appreciated. Cash or check at door
This month: A Celtic Christmas with The Bordercollies and Old Soul Silk Road. The BorderCollies are a contemporary Celtic band featuring a unique blend of traditional Celtic and folk influences in their music. Their latest CD, Sticks and Stones, showcases the band’s original compositions and their... [click here for more]

Saturday November 18, 2023 07:00 PM EST
Rob McHale is a North Carolina songwriter and storyteller whose songs can take you through a small town, down a dirt road or on an historical journey — and bring you back home again. Rob currently performs regionally, internationally, and in select U.S. cities, combining stories and songs about some... [click here for more]

Sunday November 5, 2023 05:00 PM EST
CRITIC’S PICK: Join Alya Ensemble founding artists Jean Gay and Amy O’Dell in collaboration with... [click here for more]
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Friday October 27, 2023 08:00 PM EDT
CRITIC’S PICK: Jeff Crompton premieres “Ensemble 52 Pickup,” the latest in a series of “index... [click here for more]
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Saturday October 21, 2023 07:00 PM EDT
First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta Cost: $10 gen. adm., $8 AAFFM and First E. Cong. members; additional contributions appreciated. Cash or check at door.
Sparky and Rhonda Rucker perform throughout the U.S. as well as overseas, singing songs and telling stories from the American folk tradition. They are internationally recognized as leading musicians, authors, and storytellers. They accompany themselves with fingerstyle picking and bottleneck blues g... [click here for more]

Friday October 20, 2023 07:00 PM EDT
First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta Cost: $20 Gen Adm., $15 AAFFM & Congregation members, see website for additional pricing
Atlanta Area Friends of Folk Music (AAFFM) presents traditional Appalachian ballad singer/musicians Sheila Kay Adams and Susan Pepper in concert Friday, October 20, at First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, 470 Candler Park Dr., Atlanta. They will perform simultaneous workshops Saturday, Octo... [click here for more]

Saturday October 7, 2023 02:00 PM EDT
Join The First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta to celebrate banned books during National Banned Books Week. Performers will read books aloud and play music that has been censored. To participate in a banned books exchange, bring a banned book to trade. Light refreshments will be served. The... [click here for more]
470 Candler Park Drive
Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 378-5570
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