THE SANCTUARY CONCERTS

The Sanctuary Concerts
At the Presbyterian Church
240 Southern Boulevard, Chatham, NJ
973.376.4946       boxoffice@sanctuaryconcerts.org 

The Sanctuary Concerts are an acoustic music series featuring well-loved national and regional performers together with our area's most talented artists. Our "mainstage" concerts take place at the Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township, NJ, two Saturdays of every month from September through May, at 8:00 PM.

The Sanctuary Concerts, Inc., is a nonprofit corporation run by a group of music-loving volunteers.  Here is a list of our past concerts.

To us, acoustic music is a diverse and lively assortment of musical styles, covering every form of music that clever and creative musicians can write and perform, from a capella to comedy to blues, bluegrass, klezmer, folk/rock, and the work of contemporary singer/songwriters.

Our concerts take place in the beautiful sanctuary space of the Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township. The space is airy and intimate, and the room is fully wheelchair-accessible. Most concerts will include a feature performer and an opening act. The ticket price includes home-baked desserts and coffee at intermission.

We'd love to see you at an upcoming concert.

Scott Sheldon, concert chair

Here are some kind words people have sent us:

You guys do everything right!  Lucy Kaplansky (performer)

Thanks for such a great job in producing this show...  Lee Olsen (agent for David Bromberg)

Could I live at The Sanctuary? Annabel B.

I just wanted to tell you, I had the time of my life at the Colin Hay concert last Saturday night. As always Sanctuary Concerts are warm and make everyone in attendance feel comfortable (if you're lucky to rent a pad). George U.

All in all another great job by you and your volunteers and a wonderful evening was had by all!! Linda D.

I loved the concert and fyi the “handling" charge alone for 2 Police tickets at Madison Square Garden is more than the price of one ticket for a concert at the Sanctuary. Keep up the good work! Renny A.

This year’s concerts were wonderful. It is a gift to all of us that you do this. Thank you. Cindy S.

You should be very proud of yourself for the great line-up and enthusiastic crowds who flock to The Sanctuary. There were a lot of good vibes at the shows we attended, and we left each concert feeling fortunate to have been there.  Jane C.

As we were driving home talking about the concert, I told Ken I felt about Sanctuary the way I felt about the old Crossroads Theater in New Brunswick: every time I left a performance, I felt not only entertained, but educated...I always walked away feeling as though I learned something new. Linda B.

That is an absolutely incredible line-up. It already uses up 8 on my Pick 6 LOL. You have outdone yourself! Ken K.

Sanctuary is one of the very few places where people "get" me--fellow Sanctuary enthusiasts share many of my points of view musically, politically, socially, etc.   Linda B.

This is a wonderful series always, and a pleasure not to have to drive into Manhattan! Jane O

You put on some terrific shows -- we're looking forward to hearing some more great music! Denise and Keith
 

My wife and I love what you are doing. Great venue, great music. Nick F.

The concerts are a true joy. Cindy S.

We are retooling our entertainment $ this year, no more $$$$ NJPAC and Jazz at Lincoln Center -- we have always had a ball with you folks at multiple locations . . . plus when was the last time Wynton Marsalis invited me to an ice cream social?!?  Charlie

 

I had an amazing night seeing Loudon Wainwright again and the time of my life seeing Tom Chapin and staying for a meet & greet; it was truly one of the best nights of my life.  Thank you so much, Suzanne

We talk up the Sanctuary Concerts to our friends all the time, it is definitely one of the gems in the local music scene. Peter and Lisa A.

Thanks so much for hooking us up for a ride to the train station. What a wonderful concert and a great venue!! We look forward to returning to the Sanctuary again soon. All best from NYC, Susan & David S.

I believe this is the end of our current sixpack so we will be signing up for a new one… has to be the best deal anywhere!!!!  Kent B.

This is my fourth Pick Six reservation for this season and the plan is working so well for me. It is comforting to make the hour's drive up from South Brunswick knowing I will have a great seat to enjoy a wonderful artist. It will soon be time for me to purchase a new Pick Six set. As always, thank you so much for your dedication to the music I love, and your tireless work that results in so many memorable evenings.  John H.


Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the work you do for the Sanctuary concerts. We thoroughly enjoyed Jonathan Edwards Saturday night! With all the stresses of today's world, it is wonderful to have a peaceful inexpensive evening surrounded by nice people.  Susan K.
 

The flexibility one has in choosing which concerts to attend (and, of course, the many fine artists to choose from) plus the choice seating makes your concert series a "must" subscription to me. In addition, the audience appreciation concerts and your much-more-than "little gesture" of a free seat at the last concert are terrific bonuses and are much appreciated.  Evan C.

We loved the show last night. Not only Eric but also the whole vibe of the community you've created. It was very special and we thank you for doing it!  Alexandra M.
 

Thanks to the Many People Who Make The Sanctuary Concerts Happen:

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