Critiques have described Mr Hartline’s style as buoyant, soulful, bright, and strongly influenced by Pat Metheny, James Taylor, and The Beatles. He is known for taking familiar songs and presenting them instrumentally with jazz-folk flavorings.

Admission is free for the 3pm show. Seating is limited and a reception will follow. A goodwill offering will be taken to benefit the Friends of Furcy for humanitarian relief efforts in Haiti.

Long Ridge United Methodist Church is located 0.6 mile from the West Redding train station at 193 Long Ridge Road in Danbury. For more information call 744-2337.