This Asheville-based quintet, fronted by the charismatic and electrifying Reggie Headen, features an all-star, highly sought after group of musicians: Jonathan Pearlman, Taylor Pierson, Connor Law, and Jay Hoots. Reggie Headen started his professional career as a featured performer at New York’s famous Broadway concert venue Town Hall, playing to giants and peers in the […]
Over the past 15 years, Seth Walker has become recognized as one of the most revered modern roots artists in the United States; a three dimensional talent comprised by a gift for combining melody and lyric alongside a rich, Gospel-drenched, Southern-inflected voice with a true blue knack for getting around on the guitar. Having lived […]
A contemporary folk group that attempts to harness traditional sounds from around the world. Life Like Water is the creation of multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter, David Matters. A communal effort to celebrate the human experience. The group takes its name from a Lao Tzu quote in the Tao Te Ching. One of the poems says, “Life […]
DogDay BlueJay is a low-key acoustic duo/trio based in Greenville, S.C. The band plays originals and singer/songwriter-type favorites of Dylan, Parsons, Willie, Waylon, Clapton and more. Acoustic guitars, standup bass, mandolin and Dobro create great entertainment by these veteran musicians. The trio consists of Mark McAfee, a Greenville native, on guitar/vocals; Joanie Sanders on bass/vocals; […]
Food and craft vendors providing delicious food and locally made products throughout the winter season.
Saturday, Feb. 10, 6-9 p.m. | Roots and Dore is an American blues duo from Asheville. Riyen Roots and Kenny Dore have played music together for more than 16 years around the Western North Carolina mountains as well as abroad and are committed to keeping the blues alive “one show at a time.” They have […]
A tambourine totin' Blues Chanteuse named Peggy Ratusz and her Trio perform an infectious, sultry, multi-layered brand of original, traditional and modern Blues, Soul, R&B, and Jazz. She and her backing bands are particularly impressive during live performances where audiences witness her very core as it shines and is inspired by the rhythm, the melodies […]
Using the medium of Appalachian string band tradition, Anya Hinkle is a force when it comes to storytelling through song. With arresting honesty and a beautiful voice reminiscent of whiskey – smooth with an alluring hint of smoke – Hinkle straddles the bounds of bluegrass and country, resulting in some of the best Americana Roots […]
Mike Pauer is a Hendersonville, N.C., musician who brings a mix of favorite folk, American, and alt rock covers to his performances, adding a variety of original storytelling tunes into the mix. A talented singer/songwriter, he enjoys covering greats like Jim Croce, Chris Stapleton and Tyler Childers. His originals often include lyrics about the meaning […]
The “Dirty South” Acoustic Duo will bring the best in country music to the stage. Whether performing as lead singer in his popular group The “Dirty South” Band or performing as a duo with one of his band mates, BJ Cates of Tryon shows his love of country music through a lively and energetic performance […]
Time Sawyer’s name reflects the pull between the past and the future. The character Tom Sawyer evokes the rural background and love of home that the band shares. Time is a muse for songwriting; it’s the thread that runs through life, bringing new experiences and giving us a sense of urgency, while still connecting us […]
This indoor oil/acrylic workshop will focus on the Impressionist Painter’s favorite painting format: Light and Shadow. The students will discover how to see the unique patterns of light and shadow in a scene, and then how to block those patterns in on the canvas. Learning these patterns both in the scene and then on your […]
