Name: Lucy Wainwright Roche
Start: 2026-02-12T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-12T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Caffe Lena

Lucy Wainwright Roche

Caffè Lena presents extraordinary music in an intimate setting steeped in history. It is widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. The Library of Congress calls Caffè Lena “An American treasure,” and we have been recognized by The GRAMMY Foundation for our important contributions to the development of American music. Caffe Lena's programs are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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Experience Lucy Wainwright Roche’s warm vocals, honest songwriting, and rich musical heritage in an intimate evening at Caffè Lena.

<h3>A Voice Steeped in Legacy, Carried with Grace</h3>Lucy Wainwright Roche has one of the most recognizable surnames in modern folk music—and a voice and songwriting style that are uniquely her own. The daughter of Grammy-winner Loudon Wainwright III and beloved Roche sister Suzzy Roche, Lucy grew up surrounded by harmony, humor, and the fierce honesty that defines her family’s music. Yet her path was far from predetermined. Before stepping into the songwriter’s life, Lucy earned degrees in creative writing and education, and taught elementary school in North Carolina and New York.In 2007, she made the leap into music full-time—and folk audiences have been grateful ever since.With a crystal-clear voice, disarming wit, and an understated storytelling style that cuts straight to the heart, Lucy has become one of the most compelling singer-songwriters of her generation. Her songs have appeared on television and film, won the Independent Music Award for Best Folk/Singer-Songwriter Song, and earned her recognition as an Emerging Artist at both Falcon Ridge Folk Festival and Kerrville Folk Festival.Lucy has toured with—and been championed by—some of folk and Americana’s finest, including the Indigo Girls, Dar Williams, Girlyman, Amos Lee, Neko Case, Loudon Wainwright, Rufus Wainwright, and more. Whether performing solo or alongside her mother Suzzy or her extended Wainwright–McGarrigle musical family, her performances are intimate, warm, funny, and deeply human.At Caffè Lena, Lucy brings a career-spanning set of songs filled with vulnerability, sharp insight, and the wry humor the Wainwrights are known for. Expect an evening of luminous vocals, gorgeous acoustic arrangements, and storytelling that feels like sitting with an old friend who sees the world clearly—and sings about it beautifully.<a href="https://youtu.be/3zv5NCNGGtY?si=QJzJnJtWS-W7UTlK" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">SAMPLE SONG</a>Don’t miss this rare chance to experience Lucy Wainwright Roche up close in an intimate listening room that’s been part of her family’s musical story for generations.Stream this show live at <a href="https://caffelena.tv/categories/live-streams" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Caffè Lena TV.</a> Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena&#39;s video archive. ﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. <h2>Tags</h2>Singer Songwriter

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