Ben Tousley

Ben Tousley is that rare breed of singer-songwriter who brings together the personal, spiritual and political in concerts
that engage and delight his audiences. A veteran of the Boston folk community, Ben has toured widely since
1981 along the East Coast, in the Midwest and South and in England and Ireland--from folk clubs such as the
legendary Passim in Cambridge to benefits for organizations such as Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity,
festivals such as Boston's First Night and the Lawrence, MA Bread and Roses Labor Festival to
hundreds of churches, colleges, schools and libraries.

"I respect the work of Ben Tousley tremendously"

-- Pete Seeger

Ben's six albums of original songs on the Whole World Music label include wry storytelling, lyrical love songs,
incisive political commentary and stirring anthems. His first LP, Standing There With You, was named
one of the top ten folk albums of 1987 by WPRB Radio in Princeton, NJ.

“Ben Tousley’s music is full of heart. His beautiful voice, warm and genuine presence, and thoughtful songwriting, make his concerts a rare treat.”

-- Jody Kessler, Ecovillage Concert Series, Ithaca, NY

In addition to his musical offerings, Ben conducts workshops, small groups and retreats around the
themes of life stories and bereavement. He has served as a chaplain to college students and
hospice patients and since 1994, has been an adjunct faculty member of Springfield (MA) College.