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SUMMARY:Rhiannon Giddens
DESCRIPTION:Rhiannon Giddens imbues her brand of folk music with miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities\, pursuing an authentic understanding of the country’s musical origins through art. \nA two-time Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer and instrumentalist\, MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient\, and composer of opera\, ballet\, and film\, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased. \nAs Pitchfork once said\, “few artists are so fearless and so ravenous in their exploration” — a journey that has led to NPR naming her one of its 25 Most Influential Women Musicians of the 21st Century and to American Songwriter calling her “one of the most important musical minds currently walking the planet.”
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/rhiannon-giddens/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers St.\, Boone\, 28608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:The Winter Ramble: A Celebration of Traditional American Mountain Music and Culture
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a weekend filled with authentic sounds of the Appalachian Mountains during The Winter Ramble\, Feb. 27-March 1. \nThis inaugural event isn’t a fenced-in festival; it’s a three-day ramble through Hendersonville and Henderson County featuring traditional mountain music – the kind born from front porches\, barns and dance halls across the Blue Ridge. \nMusic halls\, breweries\, wineries and other small-stage venues enliven this late-winter weekend with a collection of bluegrass pickers\, old-time string bands\, country singer-songwriters\, Americana and folk duos\, and mountain storytellers. \nHeadliners for The Winter Ramble include: Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Trey Hensley; chart-topping bluegrass quintet Unspoken Tradition; Asheville-based country-roots group Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters; master fiddler and storyteller Josh Goforth; and husband-and-wife Americana duo Chatham Rabbits. \n“For three days\, people can ramble across Henderson County\, warmed with music shaped by tradition\, collaboration and place — and blown away by the talent lighting up our stages\,” says Michelle Owens\, executive director of Visit Hendersonville. \nSome events are free. Some are ticketed. Choose your own path through a community alive with sounds that have echoed throughout these mountains for generations. \nFor a full schedule and tickets visit: https://winterramble.com/. A plentiful selection of lodging is available at: https://visithendersonvillenc.org/lodging. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/the-winter-ramble-a-celebration-of-traditional-american-mountain-music-and-culture/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, Hendersonville\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Blues,Early Country Music,Featured,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time,Shaped-Note Singing
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SUMMARY:Zoe & Cloyd  Annual Valentine's Concert
DESCRIPTION:Zoe & Cloyd—the creative partnership of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller—prove that opposites truly do attract. Hailing from two distinct musical worlds\, they merge their unique backgrounds into a powerful collaboration that has garnered both critical acclaim and widespread appeal. \nJoin us for this annual Valentine’s tradition! Tickets for this show tend to sell quickly\, so don’t wait to snag your seats!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/zoe-cloyd-annual-valentines-concert/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Featured,Folk
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Songs of the Folk
DESCRIPTION:Well-crafted music and lyrics\, flawless harmonies\, intricate instrumentation\, and original storytelling…\nA.T. and Lauren Cason are lifelong musicians who perform original American folk and blues songs that harken back to the roots music of the American South as well as the 1960s Folk Revival artists of NYC’s Greenwich Village. It’s Simon & Garfunkel mixed with early Dylan\, with a touch of Leonard Cohen and a helping of true Piedmont blues fingerstyle guitar from North Carolina. \nJust back from an impressive two-year stint living\, recording\, and touring throughout England\, Songs of the Folk is happy to be sharing their original songs and stories with audiences throughout the Southeast. Known for impressive fingerstyle guitar playing as well as entrancing harmonies and warm stage presence\, the duo thrives in listening room venues where audiences leave feeling like an old friend of the Casons and a part of Songs of the Folk.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/songs-of-the-folk-2/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Featured,Folk,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling\, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin’\, strummin’\, family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old-time musician Travis Stuart\, actor/storyteller John Hall\, and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”\, “Ruling Days”\, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments\, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia! \nTickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (up to age 17). Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Seating is general admission\, first-come\, first-served. Online ticket sales end 1 hour prior to showtime. There may still be tickets available for purchase in the office after online sales have ended. Please call BMCA at 828-669-0930 for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/christmas-in-appalachia/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling\, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin’\, strummin’\, family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old-time musician Travis Stuart\, actor/storyteller John Hall\, and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”\, “Ruling Days”\, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments\, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia! \nTickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (up to age 17). Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Seating is general admission\, first-come\, first-served. Online ticket sales end 1 hour prior to showtime. There may still be tickets available for purchase in the office after online sales have ended. Please call BMCA at 828-669-0930 for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/christmas-in-appalachia/2025-12-20/2/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling\, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin’\, strummin’\, family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old-time musician Travis Stuart\, actor/storyteller John Hall\, and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”\, “Ruling Days”\, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments\, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia! \nTickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (up to age 17). Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Seating is general admission\, first-come\, first-served. Online ticket sales end 1 hour prior to showtime. There may still be tickets available for purchase in the office after online sales have ended. Please call BMCA at 828-669-0930 for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/christmas-in-appalachia/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Christmas in Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling\, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin’\, strummin’\, family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old-time musician Travis Stuart\, actor/storyteller John Hall\, and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”\, “Ruling Days”\, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments\, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia! \nTickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (up to age 17). Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Seating is general admission\, first-come\, first-served. Online ticket sales end 1 hour prior to showtime. There may still be tickets available for purchase in the office after online sales have ended. Please call BMCA at 828-669-0930 for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/christmas-in-appalachia/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Black Mountain Center for the Arts\, 225 W State Street\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:An Appalachian Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Appalachian Christmas Concert is a gift to the people of the High Country. We celebrate the giving spirit of Mountain Home Music’s founder\, Joe Shannon\, by honoring his vision for preserving our traditional mountain music\, singing\, dancing\, and spoken word. \nThe performers donate their talents to present this special concert\, which serves as a fundraiser for The Hospitality House of NW North Carolina and Santa’s Toy Box. \nAdmission is free\, but a Love Offering will be collected and shared between these two wonderful community nonprofits. \nGiving of their time and talents in 2025 are the following friends of Mountain Home Music: \n\nThe Mountain Home Bluegrass Boys featuring David Johnson\, Steve Lewis\, Scott Freeman\, and Josh Scott\nMary Greene – A part of Mountain Home Music since its beginning 31 years ago and a close personal friend of Joe Shannon. Mary plays lap dulcimer\, guitar\, and piano\, and will be joined by Mountain Home Music board member Bob Goddard.\nPatrick & Kay Crouch – Multi-instrumentalists with a lifelong love of music. Kay’s musical background includes symphonic and solo percussion\, musical theatre\, and country and bluegrass. Patrick has been performing acoustic music since 1977\, when he founded New River Reign\, a staple at Blowing Rock’s P.B. Scott’s Music Hall.\nPickin’ Thistles – A sibling trio blending Celtic\, bluegrass\, and folk to create a unique sound that captivates listeners and brings their joy of music to life.\nFern Hill – Music runs through the roots of Fern Hill\, just like the Appalachian soil they grew up on. Sisters Arwen and Lorien Cockman began performing before they could walk\, alongside their father John Cockman and his family band\, The Cockman Family. Their sound weaves together Appalachian\, Canadian\, Celtic\, and Western influences.\nJulie\, Nora\, Oliver\, and\, Adrian Shepherd-Powell\, Gordy Hinners & Rebecca Keeter and Nancy Mamlin calling a ‘Sit Down Square Dance’.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/an-appalachian-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 115 E King St.\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Featured,Folk,Square Dancing
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Songs of the Folk
DESCRIPTION:A.T. and Lauren Cason channel the spirit of American folk and blues with storytelling that’s both timeless and deeply personal. Their sound blends Simon & Garfunkel–style harmonies with early Dylan lyricism\, Leonard Cohen’s introspection\, and the authentic fingerstyle blues of North Carolina’s Piedmont tradition. Well-crafted lyrics and intricate instrumentation come together to create songs that feel like chapters in a book—vivid\, unfolding narratives you’re eager to hear next. Their debut full-length album\, Sun-Scorched Land\, brings band arrangements to songs they’ve performed live for years\, played by real musicians and recorded with heartfelt authenticity. Together\, they craft music that resonates long after the last note fades.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/songs-of-the-folk/
LOCATION:The Purple Onion\, 16 E Main St\, Saluda\, NC\, 28773\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Folk
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SUMMARY:The Loose Strings Band
DESCRIPTION:The Loose Strings Band\, residing in the Blue Ridge Mountains\, has contributed to their unique Appalachian sound. The group came together 15 years ago\, and have drawn inspiration from a variety of artists such as Dolly Parton\, Alison Krauss\, and The Dixie Chicks. These artists have inspired avenues to the band’s own bluegrass/folk sound.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/the-loose-strings-band/
LOCATION:Muddy Creek Cafe & Music Hall Sparta\, 60 South Main St.\, Sparta\, NC\, 28765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Featured,Folk
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:JAM Reunion Fundraiser for BMCA
DESCRIPTION:The Black Mountain Center for the Arts is celebrating its 25th anniversary of bringing the arts to the people and the people to the arts. A long-running program at BMCA that fulfills our mission is Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM)\, teaching traditional Appalachian music to young people. As a way to salute this vital youth program that has played such an important part of BMCA history\, a JAM Reunion Concert will be held at White Horse in Black Mountain on Sunday\, October 26 from 2:00 – 4:00. Come enjoy performances from current and former JAM instructors\, former JAM students\, and JAM friends from the community. Admission is “Pay What You Can.” \nYou can get tickets for as low as $10\, or take the opportunity to contribute more to this joyful fundraiser. The JAM Reunion Show celebrates BMCA’s 25th anniversary\, the JAM program\, and the music of our mountain home. \nOnline sales end 1 hour prior to showtime. There may still be tickets available for purchase after online sales have ended. Please inquire at the door before the show. Questions? Call 828-669-0930 for more information.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/jam-reunion-fundraiser-for-bmca/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-10-19/
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DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-10-12/
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Bandaloop
DESCRIPTION:A wink to author Tom Robbins\, our Bandaloop festival brings magic and story woven with music and dance and is our signature fall festival benefiting Friends of the Hot Springs Library who will receive 50% of the net proceeds from this event. The Hot Springs Library was destroyed during Hurricane Helene floods and they are working tirelessly to recover as they are set up temporarily around the corner at Belle Hall. \nAll three Rare Bird festivals are made possible by the Madison County Tourism Development Authority. \nWe encourage visitors to rent Madison County vacation rentals to help stimulate our rural economy\, especially after Hurricane Helene.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/bandaloop/
LOCATION:Rare Bird Farm\, 91 Duckett Top Tower Road\, Hot Springs\, NC\, 28743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Early Country Music,Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Ballad Night at the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
DESCRIPTION:The Old Marshall Jail Ballad Swap is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in our Appalachian Heritage. This unique event\, hosted by Josh Copus\, Donna Ray Norton\, Sheila Kay Adams\, and Melanie Rice celebrates the rich tradition of ballads in Southern Appalachia. Ballads are hauntingly beautiful stories and narrative poems passed down through oral tradition and are told in song. This is a very casual event that we like to think of as a front porch experience\, where ballad singers from across the region tell stories\, sing songs\, talk about our history\, and have a great time! \nWhile ballads have been sung throughout Southern Appalachia\, Madison County in particular is known for its rich treasure trove of ballads and ballad singers. When English folk song collector Cecil Sharp visited Madison County in 1916\, he said he had found a “nest of singing birds.” The ballad tradition in Madison County alone goes back at least 9 generations\, making it one of the oldest unbroken non-indigenous oral traditions in the United States. \nSome of our regular Ballad Singers:  \n\nSheila Kay Adams \nDonna Ray Norton\nWilliam & Sarah Ritter \nBranson Raines\nLeila Weinstein\nSarah Songbird Burkey\nSusan Pepper\nJohn Analo Phillips\nJudy Rhodes\nand more (you can never tell who might show up!) \n\nCome early to get a table\, order yourself some supper and a few drinks!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/ballad-night-at-the-old-marshall-jail-hotel/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Featured,Folk,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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SUMMARY:John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Fall Festival\, established at the John C. Campbell Folk School in 1974\, is held each year on the first full weekend in October—this year on Oct. 4 and 5. This beloved tradition is extra special as it will kick off the Folk School’s 100th Anniversary!\n\nThe event features three outdoor vendor areas – both juried and non-juried – for visitors to experience the stunning 270-acre campus. This year\, look forward to 230 craft vendors and 29 food vendors\, plus close to 75 makers demonstrating traditional and contemporary crafts across multiple locations. Each year\, more than 13\,000 visitors attend from across the southern Appalachian region – including Tennessee\, Virginia\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Georgia – to celebrate the spirit of community and creativity. The event will feature two music and dance stages showcasing dozens of local and regional performers. In addition\, the Demonstration Stage\, along with three other demonstration areas\, will highlight traditional skills and craft practices. Community Room\, in the historic Keith House will also be open for participatory activities\, inviting everyone to get hands-on with Appalachian traditions.\n\nLearn more and find a full list of artisans\, vendors\, and performers here: https://www.folkschool.org/events/fall-festival/
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/john-c-campbell-folk-school-fall-festival/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:John C. Campbell Folk School\, 4590 Brasstown Road\, Brasstown\, NC\, 28902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Blues,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time,Shaped-Note Singing,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Fall Festival\, established at the John C. Campbell Folk School in 1974\, is held each year on the first full weekend in October—this year on Oct. 4 and 5. This beloved tradition is extra special as it will kick off the Folk School’s 100th Anniversary!\n\nThe event features three outdoor vendor areas – both juried and non-juried – for visitors to experience the stunning 270-acre campus. This year\, look forward to 230 craft vendors and 29 food vendors\, plus close to 75 makers demonstrating traditional and contemporary crafts across multiple locations. Each year\, more than 13\,000 visitors attend from across the southern Appalachian region – including Tennessee\, Virginia\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Georgia – to celebrate the spirit of community and creativity. The event will feature two music and dance stages showcasing dozens of local and regional performers. In addition\, the Demonstration Stage\, along with three other demonstration areas\, will highlight traditional skills and craft practices. Community Room\, in the historic Keith House will also be open for participatory activities\, inviting everyone to get hands-on with Appalachian traditions.\n\nLearn more and find a full list of artisans\, vendors\, and performers here: https://www.folkschool.org/events/fall-festival/
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/john-c-campbell-folk-school-fall-festival/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:John C. Campbell Folk School\, 4590 Brasstown Road\, Brasstown\, NC\, 28902\, United States
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