AN EVER-EVOLVING ARTIST: Tret Fure, known as a vocalist and guitarist, will appear at Christ Church, courtesy of the Princeton Folk Music Society, on October 20. (Photo by Irene Young)

The Princeton Folk Music Society presents singer-songwriter Tret Fure on Friday, October 20 at 8 p.m., at Christ Congregational Church, 50 Walnut Lane.

Fure launched her career in the early 1970s and described herself at that time as a soprano in the style of Judy Collins. She learned guitar by repeatedly “dropping the needle” on Judy Collins records until she understood Collins’ picking style. Fure also cites James Taylor as an instrumental influence.

Before long, she was recording and touring as a vocalist and guitarist with the Spencer Davis group. As a solo performer, Fure opened for Yes, Poco, Little Feat, the J. Geils Band, Black Oak Arkansas, and Humble Pie. She also was active in the women’s music movement.

Fure’s songs touch upon universal themes and she reaches out to all people. Her guitar accompaniment often features intricate guitar picking with distinct bass and treble lines, sometimes drawing on rock, blues, and other stylistic influences.

Tickets are $5-$25. Visit Princetonfolk.org.