Students who have performed at the coffeehouses said they enjoy the chance to interact with other performers.
"More than anything, it gives you an opportunity to meet other musicians," said Dunster resident Alexander R. Stone '97, who played the bongo drum and a chess timing clock with roommate Justin Konrad '97 at the first coffeehouse.
Providing students with an opportunity to showcase their talents was one of the reasons for reviving the coffeehouse, Greene said.
"There's not really a consistent stage for students to hear other students," he said. "This creates a forum for improvisation and creation of new music."
Performers Thursday were the Jazz Prophets: Jared L. Tardy '96, Justin B. Wood '98, John A. Capello '96 and Chris D. Dubois '96.
The next Dunster coffeehouse is scheduled for Dec. 1. Haile's longterm plans for the Cafe include hopes for even better food and coffee as well as an espresso machine.