The Folk Project Troubadour Acoustic Concert Series presents Frank Vignola with Caroline Cotter.

Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Lionel Hampton, Tommy Emmanuel, John Lewis, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List” for the Wall Street Journal. Frank is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His virtuosity is stunning.

Caroline Cotter’s sunlit songs explore connection, longing, gratitude, and the human experience with a honeyed voice and lyrical honesty. A seasoned traveler and touring artist, she’s performed over 1,000 shows across 45 states and 16 countries—everywhere from Parisian living rooms to schooners off the Maine coast. Her music reflects a life shaped by global travel, spiritual practice, and deep introspection. Cotter’s three albums—Dreaming as I Do, Home on the River, and Gently as I Go—offer emotional insight and poetic storytelling. Her songs move from sweeping themes to intimate detail, whether honoring lost loved ones or celebrating human generosity. Festivals like Freshgrass and Rocky Mountain Folk Fest have featured her work, and she’s earned accolades from the Maine Songwriters Association and national competitions. Cotter finds purpose in wandering and songwriting, capturing fleeting truths with warmth and clarity. When not on the road, she lives by the sea in Maine.