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Event Date

January 13, 2023 6:00 pm - December 29, 2023 6:00 pm

Location

Green Park Inn, Blowing Rock

Admission

Free

Charlie Ellis at Green Park Inn, Blowing Rock Enjoy free concerts every Friday and Saturday night with local jazz musician Charlie Ellis! Mr.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Charlie Ellis Green Park Inn.jpgCharlie Ellis at Green Park InnCharlie Ellis at Green Park Inn2023-01-13 18:00:002023-12-29 18:00:00Green Park Inn, Blowing RockGreen Park Inn, Blowing RockCharlie Ellis at Green Park Inn, Blowing Rock Enjoy free concerts every Friday and Saturday night with local jazz musician Charlie Ellis! Mr. Ellis is an accomplished musician that has appeared in concert with Ramsey Lewis and Herbie Mann. Enjoy the music in the lobby and sitting rooms of the beautifully restored Green Park Inn. The Divide Tavern is open to the public.
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Event Date

June 1, 2023 6:00 pm

Location

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

Admission

Free

If you have never square danced before or are a little rusty there will be instruction from 6 pm - 6:30 pm. Then the dance will kick off at 6:30
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Square-Dance-at-Bascom-Lamar-Lunsfords-House-1-1200x922.jpegBlowing Rock Square DanceBlowing Rock Square Dance2023-06-01 18:00:002023-08-17 18:00:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumIf you have never square danced before or are a little rusty there will be instruction from 6 pm - 6:30 pm. Then the dance will kick off at 6:30 and last until about 8 pm. Admission to the dance is free. Donations for the band are encouraged."
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Event Date

June 1, 2023 6:00 pm

Location

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum

Admission

Free

Blowing Rock Community Square Dance Instruction at 6pm, dance begins at 6:30!
Free https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Community Square Dance.jpgBlowing Rock Community Square DanceBlowing Rock Community Square Dance2023-06-01 18:00:002023-08-17 18:00:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Community Square Dance Instruction at 6pm, dance begins at 6:30!
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Event Date

June 3, 2023 10:00 am

Location

Museum of Ashe County History, Jefferson

Admission

Free

On June 3rd, 2023 the Museum of Ashe County History will host a Summer Starter, an open house event featuring the Over Mountain Victory Trail
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Summmer Starter.pngAshe History Museum Summer StarterAshe History Museum Summer Starter2023-06-03 10:00:002023-06-03 10:00:00Museum of Ashe County History, JeffersonMuseum of Ashe County History, JeffersonOn June 3rd, 2023 the Museum of Ashe County History will host a Summer Starter, an open house event featuring the Over Mountain Victory Trail Association. Come celebrate the upcoming summer season with a community dish tasting, book sale, exhibit dedication, and living history encampment. During this event visitors will have an opportunity to sample dishes from the Ashe County cookbook, “Steeped in History,” tour the museum’s newest exhibit titled Love, Loss, and Basketball: The 1965 Ashe Central Basketball Team, enjoy live music, and more. Special guests that day will include members of the Overmountain Victory Trail Association, who will be setting up an 18th century militia encampment on the museum’s grounds. The OMVTA is a nonprofit organization, who work to tell the story of the Appalachian militiamen who participated in the Battle of Kings Mountain, and educate the public about 18th century life. This event is FREE and open to the public and will take place on the museum’s grounds located at 301 East Main Street in Jefferson, NC. For more information regarding this event call the Museum of Ashe County History at (336) 846-1904.
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Event Date

June 3, 2023 5:00 pm

Location

Crouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NC

Admission

Free

Saturdays in the Park, Crouse Park, Sparta NC Free live music on the last Saturday of the month in Crouse Park! Bring a chair or blanket to
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/satInThePark_Final_CMYKV2-427x360x0x0x427x359x1646238620.pngSaturdays in the ParkSaturdays in the Park2023-06-03 17:00:002023-09-30 17:00:00Crouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NCCrouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NCSaturdays in the Park, Crouse Park, Sparta NC Free live music on the last Saturday of the month in Crouse Park! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on
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Event Date

June 8, 2023 12:00 am - June 11, 2023 12:00 am

Location

Blowing Rock Equestrian Center

Admission

$10

The Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show is one of the oldest horse show events in the country and has been a Blowing Rock tradition since 1923. The
$10https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Saddlebred Blowing Rock Horse Show.jpgSaddlebred Blowing Rock Horse ShowSaddlebred Blowing Rock Horse Show2023-06-08 00:00:002023-06-11 00:00:00Blowing Rock Equestrian CenterBlowing Rock Equestrian CenterThe Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show is one of the oldest horse show events in the country and has been a Blowing Rock tradition since 1923. The Saddlebred show exhibits Open Championship and Roadster classes, plus Saddlebreds and Hackney ponies. Don't miss the Fine Harness division!
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Event Date

June 10, 2023 9:00 am

Location

Heritage Park, Newland

Admission

Free

Avery County Summer Fest, Newland Shop wares of all types from a variety of vendors all weekend. The event will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Avery County summer Fest.jpgAvery County Summer FestAvery County Summer Fest2023-06-10 09:00:002023-06-11 09:00:00Heritage Park, NewlandHeritage Park, NewlandAvery County Summer Fest, Newland Shop wares of all types from a variety of vendors all weekend. The event will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Take home a piece of Avery County!
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Event Date

June 11, 2023 9:00 am

Location

Heritage Park, Newland

Admission

Free

Avery County Summer Fest, Newland Shop wares of all types from a variety of vendors all weekend. The event will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Avery County summer Fest.jpgAvery County Summer FestAvery County Summer Fest2023-06-11 09:00:002023-06-11 09:00:00Heritage Park, NewlandHeritage Park, NewlandAvery County Summer Fest, Newland Shop wares of all types from a variety of vendors all weekend. The event will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Take home a piece of Avery County!
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Event Date

June 16, 2023 2:00 pm - June 25, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Old Banner Elk School

Admission

Yes

Ensemble Stage Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Ensemble Stage Audience favorites, Scott Douglas Wilson and Laura Hodos star in this two actor tour-de-force
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Ensemble Stage Dr Jekyll Mr Hyde.jpgEnsemble Stage Dr Jekyll and Mr HydeEnsemble Stage Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde2023-06-16 14:00:002023-06-25 14:00:00Old Banner Elk SchoolOld Banner Elk SchoolEnsemble Stage Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Ensemble Stage Audience favorites, Scott Douglas Wilson and Laura Hodos star in this two actor tour-de-force comedic retelling of the horror classic. Oh sure, it’s still a battle of good vs. evil. But this time around, it is done with an invigorating wit and style that will have you laughing from the opening minutes to the very end. 2023 Schedule: July 16,17,20,23,24: 7:30pm July 23, 30: 2pm
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Event Date

June 17, 2023 10:00 am

Location

Beech Mountain, NC

Admission

Yes

Cooler 5 Race Beech Mountain 2023 The race starts at Beech Mountain town hall, runs 5K through the Bark Park, greenways and some side streets
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Beech Mountain Cooler 5 Race.jpgCooler 5k Race Beech MountainCooler 5k Race Beech Mountain2023-06-17 10:00:002023-06-17 10:00:00Beech Mountain, NCBeech Mountain, NCCooler 5 Race Beech Mountain 2023 The race starts at Beech Mountain town hall, runs 5K through the Bark Park, greenways and some side streets of Beech Mountain with several beautiful views along the way.
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Event Date

June 17, 2023 10:00 am

Location

Grandfather Mountain, Linville NC

Admission

Yes

BioBlitz Grandfather Mountain Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Staff joins N.C. State Parks and other conservation agencies to
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/bioblitz-grandfather.jpgBioBlitz Grandfather MountainBioBlitz Grandfather Mountain2023-06-17 10:00:002023-06-17 10:00:00Grandfather Mountain, Linville NCGrandfather Mountain, Linville NCBioBlitz Grandfather Mountain Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Staff joins N.C. State Parks and other conservation agencies to survey the unique ecology found on the mountain. A BioBlitz is a communal citizen-science effort to record as many species within a designated location and time period as possible.
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Event Date

June 24, 2023

Location

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NC

Admission

Yes

An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr. June 24 | 8:00 pm Leslie Odom, Jr. is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, Tony and Grammy Award-winning,
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Leslie-Odom-Jr.-Approved-Photo-2020-credit-Tony-Duran.jpgLeslie Odom Jr Boone NCLeslie Odom Jr Boone NC2023-06-242023-06-24Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NCSchaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NCAn Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr. June 24 | 8:00 pm Leslie Odom, Jr. is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, Tony and Grammy Award-winning, and three-time Emmy Award nominated actor, singer, songwriter, and entertainer. With an expansive career that touches many performance genres, Odom Jr. has been repeatedly recognized as a unique performer with a serious and distinct dedication to the craft of storytelling. Best known for his breakout role as ‘Aaron Burr’ in the hit musical Hamilton on Broadway, as well as his critically acclaimed performance as legendary soul singer Sam Cooke in Regina King’s 2020 film, One Night in Miami, Odom, Jr. most recently starred in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out sequel, Glass Onion, which broke records for Netflix, and next up he’ll star in The Exorcist for Blumhouse and Universal Pictures.
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Event Date

June 24, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Grassy Creek NC

Admission

Grassy Creek History Tour The Grassy Creek Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Learn about the
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/The Old Store Grassy Creek NC.jpgGrassy Creek History TourGrassy Creek History Tour2023-06-24 14:00:002023-06-24 14:00:00Grassy Creek NCGrassy Creek NCGrassy Creek History Tour The Grassy Creek Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Learn about the history of Grassy Creek and get a tour of the historic district with local historian and Grassy Creek native Lonnie Jones.
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Event Date

June 24, 2023 6:00 pm

Location

Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684

Admission

Free

Todd Summer Concert Burnett Sisters The free, family-friendly concerts are held in Cook Memorial Park in historic downtown Todd. All concerts
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/burnett Sisters todd.jpgTodd Summer Concert Burnett SistersTodd Summer Concert Burnett Sisters2023-06-24 18:00:002023-06-24 18:00:00Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684Todd Summer Concert Burnett Sisters The free, family-friendly concerts are held in Cook Memorial Park in historic downtown Todd. All concerts are held on Saturday evenings from 6-8:00 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Large tents will be set up to protect concert goers from sun or rain. Food and beverages are available for purchase. We hope to see you this summer!
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Event Date

June 27, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Ashe CivicCenter, West Jefferson

Admission

Donation Suggested

This is a Pay as you Exit concert with a $10 suggested donation. Concerts held the 4th Tuesday of the Month from June to October. 2023 Schedule
Donation Suggestedhttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Mountain Home Music Matinees.jpgMountain Home Music MatineeMountain Home Music Matinee2023-06-27 14:00:002023-10-24 14:00:00Ashe CivicCenter, West JeffersonAshe CivicCenter, West JeffersonThis is a Pay as you Exit concert with a $10 suggested donation. Concerts held the 4th Tuesday of the Month from June to October. 2023 Schedule includes: June 27: Southbound 77 Bluegrass August 22: Charles Welch September 26: Wilcox, Smith, Lane October 24: Educated Guess
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Event Date

June 28, 2023 7:00 pm

Location

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NC

Admission

Yes

Apollo’s Fire: The Road to Dublin June 28 | 7:00 pm Grammy winners Apollos Fire and Jeannette Sorrell are known for exploring the
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/ApollosFireFolk_2_DebraLynnHook.jpgAppSummer Festival Apollos FireAppSummer Festival Apollos Fire2023-06-28 19:00:002023-06-28 19:00:00Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NCSchaefer Center for the Performing Arts, Appalachian State University,Boone NCApollo’s Fire: The Road to Dublin June 28 | 7:00 pm Grammy winners Apollos Fire and Jeannette Sorrell are known for exploring the crossroads of history and tradition with infectious energy and profoundly spontaneous performances (Gramophone magazine]. Playing on historical instruments, the ensemble traces the roots of Appalachian music to the Irish and Scottish immigrants who crossed the Atlantic, bringing their ballads, jigs, and reels with them. Apollos Fire has performed at Carnegie Hall, the BBC Proms, and major stages around the world — including concerts of ancient Celtic music at the Irish National Concert Hall in Dublin. Irish singer Fiona Gillespie joins the merry instrumentalists on fiddles, flute, cello, hammered dulcimer, plucked instruments, and harpsichord. Dublin – the ancient city of pubs, pints, and castles. Wandering bards and musicians have traveled the road to Dublin for centuries. In this new program from Apollos Fire and Grammy Award winner Jeannette Sorrell, haunting ballads and legends give way to driving reels…. Celtic fiddlers set sparks flying. Never think that classical music is boring – not when its performed by Apollo’s Fire! —CoolCleveland.com This program is a creative sequel to Sorrell’s 2015 program, Sugarloaf Mountain: An Appalachian Gathering, which has toured across the U.S. as well as to such venues as the National Concert Hall in Dublin, the Aldeburgh Festival in England, and Belfast Castle.
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Event Date

June 30, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk

Admission

Yes

Red, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Lees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show.jpgLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety ShowLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show2023-06-30 14:00:002023-07-02 14:00:00Lees-McRae College, Banner ElkLees-McRae College, Banner ElkRed, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre season is paying homage to this great state we call home—North Carolina! We are thrilled to kick off our 37th season with a variety show that will be fun for the entire family and just in time for the Fourth of July! Featuring our talented 2023 company, who come from around the nation and even right here in the High Country region, this variety show features some of the best music, dancing, comedy, and patriotic songs, all presented with a North Carolina flair!
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Event Date

July 1, 2023 9:00 am

Location

Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, Boone

Admission

Yes

Independence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, Boone NC
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Hickory Ridge Museum Boone NC.jpgIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army EncampmentIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment2023-07-01 09:00:002023-07-02 09:00:00Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneHickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, Boone NC
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Event Date

July 1, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk

Admission

Yes

Red, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Lees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show.jpgLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety ShowLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show2023-07-01 14:00:002023-07-02 14:00:00Lees-McRae College, Banner ElkLees-McRae College, Banner ElkRed, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre season is paying homage to this great state we call home—North Carolina! We are thrilled to kick off our 37th season with a variety show that will be fun for the entire family and just in time for the Fourth of July! Featuring our talented 2023 company, who come from around the nation and even right here in the High Country region, this variety show features some of the best music, dancing, comedy, and patriotic songs, all presented with a North Carolina flair!
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Event Date

July 1, 2023 5:00 pm

Location

Crouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NC

Admission

Free

Saturdays in the Park, Crouse Park, Sparta NC Free live music on the last Saturday of the month in Crouse Park! Bring a chair or blanket to
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/satInThePark_Final_CMYKV2-427x360x0x0x427x359x1646238620.pngSaturdays in the ParkSaturdays in the Park2023-07-01 17:00:002023-09-30 17:00:00Crouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NCCrouse Park, 60 Cherry St, Sparta, NCSaturdays in the Park, Crouse Park, Sparta NC Free live music on the last Saturday of the month in Crouse Park! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on
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Event Date

July 2, 2023 9:00 am

Location

Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, Boone

Admission

Yes

Independence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, Boone NC
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Hickory Ridge Museum Boone NC.jpgIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army EncampmentIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment2023-07-02 09:00:002023-07-02 09:00:00Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneHickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneIndependence Day Celebration and Continental Army Encampment at Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, Boone NC
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Event Date

July 2, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk

Admission

Yes

Red, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Lees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show.jpgLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety ShowLees McRae Red White and Blue Ridge Variety Show2023-07-02 14:00:002023-07-02 14:00:00Lees-McRae College, Banner ElkLees-McRae College, Banner ElkRed, White, and Blue Ridge Variety Show 7 p.m. Shows: June 30 2 p.m. Shows: July 2 Directed by Janet Barton Speer The 2023 Summer Theatre season is paying homage to this great state we call home—North Carolina! We are thrilled to kick off our 37th season with a variety show that will be fun for the entire family and just in time for the Fourth of July! Featuring our talented 2023 company, who come from around the nation and even right here in the High Country region, this variety show features some of the best music, dancing, comedy, and patriotic songs, all presented with a North Carolina flair!
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Event Date

July 4, 2023 11:30 am

Location

Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684

Admission

Free

Todd Summer Concert King Bees 2023 The free, family-friendly concerts are held in Cook Memorial Park in historic downtown Todd, NC. The concert
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Todd Summer Concert The King Bees July 4 2020.jpgTodd Summer Concert King BeesTodd Summer Concert King Bees2023-07-04 11:30:002023-07-04 11:30:00Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684Cook Park - Downtown Todd 3865 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684Todd Summer Concert King Bees 2023 The free, family-friendly concerts are held in Cook Memorial Park in historic downtown Todd, NC. The concert will be after the Liberty Parade. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Large tents will be set up to protect concert goers from sun or rain. Food and beverages are available for purchase. We hope to see you this summer!
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Event Date

July 4, 2023 2:00 pm

Location

Ashe CivicCenter, West Jefferson

Admission

Donation Suggested

This is a Pay as you Exit concert with a $10 suggested donation. Concerts held the 4th Tuesday of the Month from June to October. 2023 Schedule
Donation Suggestedhttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Mountain Home Music Matinees.jpgMountain Home Music MatineeMountain Home Music Matinee2023-07-04 14:00:002023-10-24 14:00:00Ashe CivicCenter, West JeffersonAshe CivicCenter, West JeffersonThis is a Pay as you Exit concert with a $10 suggested donation. Concerts held the 4th Tuesday of the Month from June to October. 2023 Schedule includes: June 27: Southbound 77 Bluegrass August 22: Charles Welch September 26: Wilcox, Smith, Lane October 24: Educated Guess
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Event Date

July 4, 2023 7:00 pm

Location

St. Lukes Episcopal Church, Boone

Admission

Yes

Bluegrass and Brass 4th of July Concert The Mountain Home Bluegrass Boys are a mainstay at JSMHM and features two-time national bluegrass banjo
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Bluegrass and Brass 4th of July Concert.jpgBluegrass and Brass 4th of July ConcertBluegrass and Brass 4th of July Concert2023-07-04 19:00:002023-07-04 19:00:00St. Lukes Episcopal Church, BooneSt. Lukes Episcopal Church, BooneBluegrass and Brass 4th of July Concert The Mountain Home Bluegrass Boys are a mainstay at JSMHM and features two-time national bluegrass banjo champion Steve Lewis, Scott Freeman on mandolin, and Josh Scott on bass. The twice-national studio musician of the year, David Johnson – who will serve as host for the evening – is the frontman for Bluegrass Boys. Folks who know Johnson can attest to his being one of the most entertaining emcees anywhere. His running commentary about the members of the two bands and the history of the music is worth the price of admission in itself! Trombonist Harold McKinney, a retired ASU faculty member from the Hayes School of Music, directs the King Street Brass brass. This concert has special meaning for McKinney, as he was a member of the United States Air Force’s Tactical Air Command Band during his three and one-half years of military service. The usual suspects will again be joining McKinney: alto trumpeter Patrick Whitehead from Washington DCs Monumental Brass, tubist Chris Watson, music instructor from the Watauga County Schools; and soprano saxophonist Scott Kallestead, drummer Rob Falvo, and alto trombonist Joe Brown, all from the Hayes School of Music. This show will be an evening of excellent renditions of songs popular in both musical genres as each group is given the chance to play some standards from their respective music styles, but what makes the concert special is when they combine their efforts. Joe Shannon once described the concert this way When they team up, it’s magic, kind of like Dixieland, but it’s Bluegrass Dixieland with an Appalachian heart. Past audiences can attest to the fact that this concert is just plain fun and nothing is more uplifting than hearing the Grass and Brass play the service anthems in their Armed Forces Salute, as JSMHM honors those who have served or are serving our country. This years selections will again include songs such as the Stars and Str
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