Our signature special event, is now on a bigger stage – the Tryon Equestrian Center. Join us for an exciting evening of live music and freestyle dressage benefiting the Spartanburg Philharmonic and the Brooke USA Foundation. Now in its 3rd year, the Indoor Arena at Tryon International Equestrian Center will host an evening of music and freestyle dressage. The Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra will accompany Grand Prix horses and their highly accomplished riders, making Divertimentos & Dressage the event you have been waiting to experience.
Longtime Philharmonic Flutist and Regional Advisory Council Chair, Sally Frick, created the event from the seed of her combined passions: classical music and horses. It took on a life of its own, growing into a meaningful and memorable performance. Join Brooke USA Foundation and the Spartanburg Philharmonic for an engaging evening of Divertimentos & Dressage. This fundraiser will support global animal welfare and vulnerable communities who depend on their working equines for survival, as well as the continuing and expanding programs of the Spartanburg Philharmonic.
A one-hour concert of music performed by members of the Spartanburg Philharmonic and led by Dr. Susana Lalama.
2022 Riders include: Jim Koford, Jessica Davis, Ashley Perkins, Trayce Doubek, Barbara Bonk Matson, Ashley Parsons, Alexandra Reid-Naranjo, Brittany Lincoln-Anders, and a big surprise from 2020 Olympian Doug Payne.
Full Program:
Dvořák, Carnival Overture (excerpt)
Handel, Entrance of the Queen of Sheeba—Hornpipe from Water Music
Mozart, Marriage of Figaro, Overture
Tchaikovsky, arr. Golan, Nutcracker: Pas de duex
Rossini, Barber of Seville, Overture
Brahms, arr. Parlow, Hungarian Dances #6 and #5
Strauss, The Blue Danube Waltz
Coleridge-Taylor, Petite Suite Concert, mvts I & IV
Join the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra in this very special 50th Anniversary celebration event with The Mark O’Connor Duo. American Classics identifies the cornerstones of repertoire, style and wonderful diversity of A New American School of String Playing. Mining a huge body of repertoire that has made its impact on American music, the selected tunes and arrangements by Mr. O’Connor represent stylistic importance, pedagogical value and have timeless appeal. The program offers a broad and interconnecting collection of American music through violin/fiddle solos and duos, with additional original music by Mr. O’Connor on violin, guitar and mandolin and augmented by Americana vocal song treatments. Audiences will find themselves inspired by the songbook of America as they have never heard it before.
Returning to the stage after last year’s EVERYTHING IS ROSIE, Wendy Jones will team with the Jason DeCristofaro Trio featuring Jason DeCristofaro (vibes), Kevin Kehrberg (bass), and Rick Dilling (drums). Together they will perform memorable songs from The Great American Songbook – an enduring canon of the most important and influential American popular songs that began in the early 20th century. These beloved songs also became jazz standards and the group will perform these standards in a jazz style while providing a bit of history and trivia about the songs and musicals from which the tunes originated. The audience can expect to hear lovely renditions of tunes such as Come Rain or Come Shine, Hello Young Lovers, All the Things You Are, and music more including songs by Irving Berlin, the Gershwins, and even Stephen Sondheim. Who could ask for anything more?
Returning to the stage after last year’s EVERYTHING IS ROSIE, Wendy Jones will team with the Jason DeCristofaro Trio featuring Jason DeCristofaro (vibes), Kevin Kehrberg (bass), and Rick Dilling (drums). Together they will perform memorable songs from The Great American Songbook – an enduring canon of the most important and influential American popular songs that began in the early 20th century. These beloved songs also became jazz standards and the group will perform these standards in a jazz style while providing a bit of history and trivia about the songs and musicals from which the tunes originated. The audience can expect to hear lovely renditions of tunes such as Come Rain or Come Shine, Hello Young Lovers, All the Things You Are, and music more including songs by Irving Berlin, the Gershwins, and even Stephen Sondheim. Who could ask for anything more?
Fletcher UMC welcomes you to an evening with David Wilcox, live in concert. David Wilcox is an American folk musician and singer-songwriter guitarist. He is a quintessential folk singer, telling stories full of heart, humor, and hope, substance, searching, and style. His innate sense of adventure and authenticity is why critics and colleagues, alike, have always praised not just his artistry, but his humanity, as well.
Doors open at 7 p.m. General Admission. All Ages. Wheelchair accessible and companion seating is available. Free parking is available onsite. Learn more about Fletcher UMC’s campus, parking, and accessibility at fletcherumc.org/our-campus. Masks are recommended. This concert is presented as part of the 2022 season of Fletcher UMC’s ongoing Artist Series.
Sawyer Springs Vineyard is proudly hosting Dennis Coleman for an evening of wine, cheese and wonderful music. Winery is open from 12-7 and music starts at 2pm.
As one of the most popular live music events of Hendersonville, Rhythm & Brews brings in a variety of established acts as well as up-and-coming artists from around the nation. Whether you love soul, rock, bluegrass or the funky stuff, Rhythm & Brews will put a smile on your face and broaden your musical horizons.
2022 Rhythm & Brews Concert Series Lineup:
May 19:Flow Tribe [[New Orleans funk rock]] with LazrLuvr[[80s cover party]]
Opening acts will kick off each evening at 5:30 p.m. followed by the headliner performance from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.
For the youngest in the family, the Hands On! Kid Zone will provide kid-friendly activities. Meanwhile, adults can enjoy downtown Hendersonville’s first fully integrated beer and wine garden featuring locally crafted drinks from Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Guidon Brewing Co., Oklawaha Brewing Co., Dry Falls Brewery, Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards, Flat Rock Cider Company and Bold Rock Hard Cider.
All net proceeds from adult beverage sales will benefit the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville 501c3 nonprofit, whose mission is to identify, preserve and enhance the key factors that contribute to the authentic small town urban character of historic downtown Hendersonville. In the past year, the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville has supported downtown businesses with over $35,000 in direct business support through the façade and pivot grant programs.
New in 2021, R&B Super Fan Tent provides an enhanced experience with a shaded viewing area including beer, wine and light refreshments from Moe’s BBQ. Individuals can become R&B Super Fans by purchasing a season package sponsorship for $200. The package includes two sponsor tent tickets to each show and two R&B season t-shirts. Becoming a R&B Super Fan sponsor not only helps sustain R&B, but other Downtown Program events including Hendersonville Farmers Market, the Bearfootin’ Art Walk, and more. Visit the event website for more information on how to become a Super Fan. The Super Fan Tent is supported by B Squared Realty.
Rhythm & Brews Concert Series was started in 2013 by Friends of Downtown Hendersonville, a 501c3 nonprofit operated by the Downtown Division of the City of Hendersonville Community Development Department. For more information, visit downtownhendersonville.org.
This year marks the 11th annual Meltdown Classic Motorcycle show!
Wunderlich America and the Southern Appalachian Brewery are teaming up and will host the finest display of vintage motorcycles in the region! In years past, thousands of vintage bikes, representing over a dozen classes annually gather here in historic Hendersonville, NC. Enthusiasts from over six states enjoy the beauty and history of these timeless and remarkable machines. An event you don’t want to miss!
– Motorcycles
– Craft Beer
– Live Music
– Food Trucks
– Entertainment
Live on the Main Stage — Livingston Taylor at the Tryon Fine Arts Center! Livingston’s career as a professional musician has spanned over 50 years, encompassing performance, songwriting, and teaching. Described as “equal parts Mark Twain, college professor, and musical icon, Livingston maintains a performance schedule of more than a hundred shows a year, delighting audiences with his charm and vast repertoire of his 22 albums and popular classics. Livingston has written top-40 hits recorded by his brother James Taylor and has appeared with Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, Fleetwood Mac, and Jimmy Buffet.
Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band is considered the “Premier Neil Diamond Tribute!” Neil Diamond’s music is timeless and ageless. His classic songs evoke memories that every crowd will enjoy. Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band are an award winning tribute experience that has performed over 600 shows to sold out houses around the U.S and Canada. A seasoned performer, Steve Kelly’s shows are high energy and replicate the same live show Diamond performs himself. Steve’s infectious positivity, love of music, and dedication to the fans are evident from the warm greeting prior to the show, to the post show farewell. Don’t miss this uncanny performance as The Cherry Cherry Band deftly delivers all of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits.
Dates: April 7 – 10
Tickets: Starting at $40
Location: 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731
The Music of Neil Diamond runs from Thursday, April 7 through Saturday, April 10 at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets range from $40 to $60. Student prices are available for ages 18 and under. For more ticket information, call the Flat Rock Playhouse Box Office at 828.693.0731 or purchase online at www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Flat Rock Playhouse Leiman Mainstage is located at 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC, 28731.
Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band is considered the “Premier Neil Diamond Tribute!” Neil Diamond’s music is timeless and ageless. His classic songs evoke memories that every crowd will enjoy. Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band are an award winning tribute experience that has performed over 600 shows to sold out houses around the U.S and Canada. A seasoned performer, Steve Kelly’s shows are high energy and replicate the same live show Diamond performs himself. Steve’s infectious positivity, love of music, and dedication to the fans are evident from the warm greeting prior to the show, to the post show farewell. Don’t miss this uncanny performance as The Cherry Cherry Band deftly delivers all of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits.
Dates: April 7 – 10
Tickets: Starting at $40
Location: 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731
The Music of Neil Diamond runs from Thursday, April 7 through Saturday, April 10 at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets range from $40 to $60. Student prices are available for ages 18 and under. For more ticket information, call the Flat Rock Playhouse Box Office at 828.693.0731 or purchase online at www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Flat Rock Playhouse Leiman Mainstage is located at 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC, 28731.
Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band is considered the “Premier Neil Diamond Tribute!” Neil Diamond’s music is timeless and ageless. His classic songs evoke memories that every crowd will enjoy. Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band are an award winning tribute experience that has performed over 600 shows to sold out houses around the U.S and Canada. A seasoned performer, Steve Kelly’s shows are high energy and replicate the same live show Diamond performs himself. Steve’s infectious positivity, love of music, and dedication to the fans are evident from the warm greeting prior to the show, to the post show farewell. Don’t miss this uncanny performance as The Cherry Cherry Band deftly delivers all of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits.
Dates: April 7 – 10
Tickets: Starting at $40
Location: 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731
The Music of Neil Diamond runs from Thursday, April 7 through Saturday, April 10 at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets range from $40 to $60. Student prices are available for ages 18 and under. For more ticket information, call the Flat Rock Playhouse Box Office at 828.693.0731 or purchase online at www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Flat Rock Playhouse Leiman Mainstage is located at 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC, 28731.
Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band is considered the “Premier Neil Diamond Tribute!” Neil Diamond’s music is timeless and ageless. His classic songs evoke memories that every crowd will enjoy. Steve Kelly and the Cherry Cherry Band are an award winning tribute experience that has performed over 600 shows to sold out houses around the U.S and Canada. A seasoned performer, Steve Kelly’s shows are high energy and replicate the same live show Diamond performs himself. Steve’s infectious positivity, love of music, and dedication to the fans are evident from the warm greeting prior to the show, to the post show farewell. Don’t miss this uncanny performance as The Cherry Cherry Band deftly delivers all of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits.
Dates: April 7 – 10
Tickets: Starting at $40
Location: 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731
The Music of Neil Diamond runs from Thursday, April 7 through Saturday, April 10 at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets range from $40 to $60. Student prices are available for ages 18 and under. For more ticket information, call the Flat Rock Playhouse Box Office at 828.693.0731 or purchase online at www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Flat Rock Playhouse Leiman Mainstage is located at 2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC, 28731.
Do you remember the feeling you had the first time you saw Lord of the Rings? Or the way you laughed out loud at The Producers? Or the excitement of the love between Curley and Laurey in Oklahoma? Relive some of your favorite moments just like it was happening for the first time except this time the music is played just for you by YOUR orchestra!
The program will include:
arr. Chase — Broadway Tonight!
Richard Rogers — Oklahoma! Selections for Orchestra
Stephen Sondheim — Send in the Clowns from A Little Night Music
Andrew Lloyd-Webber — Selections from Phantom of the Opera
Mel Brooks — Selections from The Producers
John Williams — Main Theme from Angela’s Ashes
Howard Shore — music from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Violinist Jamie Laval and soprano Amber Rose make an exciting musical journey through Scotland, Ireland, and Brittany, evocatively reimagining Gaelic love songs, rustic peasant dances, and recounting mythic tales from the Celtic world.
“One of the hottest fiddlers out there” (Asheville Citizen-Times), Jamie won the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship which launched him to world-wide acclaim in Celtic music. He has performed for Her Majesty the Queen, appeared on Dave Matthews’ platinum Some Devil album, and presented a TEDx Talk on the value of arts and music in our communities. Murmurs and Drones, Laval’s third album, won “Best World Traditional Album” in the 2012 Independent Music Awards. In 2019 Jamie released his latest album, Celtic Christmas: Music for the Deep Midwinter. Jamie is also a prolific composer, arranger, and educator.
With a soaring, angelic voice evoking a fairytale-like quality, Amber Rose is a rising star on the vocal horizon. Equally at home performing opera, oratorio, musical theatre, and folk music styles, Amber recently received the Encouragement Award in the venerated Camille Coloratura Awards (2021) for her performance of Verdi’s “Caro Nome.” Throughout the 2021 season, Amber was a featured artist with the New Hampshire Piccola Opera and performed and recorded regularly with Jamie Laval. She is an ongoing member of the prestigious Taylor Festival Choir (Greensboro, NC) and is a company artist with Moon River Opera (Savannah, GA).
TFAC will follow CDC and Polk County COVID recommendations. Vaccination cards are required. The Artist requests all attendees wear a mask.
Prepare to be blown away by this magnificent young artist. Ms. Bollinger has received top prizes at many international competitions, and now she is in Brevard to perform with the Brevard Philharmonic for you! Joseph Bologne’s brilliant Symphony in D Major and Franz Schubert’s famous “Unfinished Symphony” are also featured in our exciting program.
The Jump Off Rock Music Festival is a fun way to enjoy live music with a beautiful view. Bring a chair/blanket, picnic, or cooler! Beer & wine are permitted. The rain date is the following day. Free admission. Leashed pets permitted. This event is hosted by the Friends of Laurel Park.
Concerts dates include: – June 5 — Dashboard Blue
– July 14 — Wayne Banks Trio – August 11 — Joel Helfand – September 11 — PEZ Trio & Hope Griffin – October 9 — Two Step Too
The Jump Off Rock Music Festival is a fun way to enjoy live music with a beautiful view. Bring a chair/blanket, picnic, or cooler! Beer & wine are permitted. The rain date is the following day. Free admission. Leashed pets permitted. This event is hosted by the Friends of Laurel Park.
Concerts dates include: – June 5 — Dashboard Blue
– July 14 — Wayne Banks Trio – August 11 — Joel Helfand – September 11 — PEZ Trio & Hope Griffin – October 9 — Two Step Too
75th North Carolina Apple Festival, Downtown Hendersonville (street fair, arts & crafts, entertainment, children’s activities, parade, food & more) happening September 3 – 6. The hours of the Street Fair are Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10 am-8 pm; Monday 10 am-4 pm, from 6th Avenue to Caswell Street.
The Festival concludes with the King Apple Parade on Labor Day @ 2:30 pm
75th North Carolina Apple Festival, Downtown Hendersonville (street fair, arts & crafts, entertainment, children’s activities, parade, food & more) happening September 3 – 6. The hours of the Street Fair are Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10 am-8 pm; Monday 10 am-4 pm, from 6th Avenue to Caswell Street.
The Festival concludes with the King Apple Parade on Labor Day @ 2:30 pm
75th North Carolina Apple Festival, Downtown Hendersonville (street fair, arts & crafts, entertainment, children’s activities, parade, food & more) happening September 3 – 6. The hours of the Street Fair are Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10 am-8 pm; Monday 10 am-4 pm, from 6th Avenue to Caswell Street.
The Festival concludes with the King Apple Parade on Labor Day @ 2:30 pm
The Street Dance on July 26th & August 23rd features Blue Ridge Tradition playing a unique mix of traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass music. They perform crowd-favorites such as “Rocky Top,” “Salty Dog,” “Tennessee Waltz,” and “John Henry.” The band incorporates some great original songs in their shows. They’re not afraid to include crossover material from artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Dylan Chuck Berry, and others into their well-defined, classic sound.
Southern Connection Cloggers are a local group, based in Hendersonville, NC. The team is under the direction of Certified Judge and Certified Clogging Instructor, Chip Summey.
The Street Dances call people of all ages to downtown Hendersonville to enjoy toe-tapping-good mountain music, as the evening features traditional mountain and bluegrass music performed by a live band, square dancing and special appearances by area clogging teams. Music plays from 7-9 pm in the Visitor Center parking lot, weather permitting. This event is free, the parking area opens at 5:30 pm, bring a chair, early admission is prohibited. No coolers, alcoholic beverages, backpacks, or dogs allowed in the event area.
This year’s concert sponsors include Burger King, Firehouse Subs, Kathy Watkins of Preferred Realty, Echo Mountain Inn, Henderson County Tourism Development Authority.
The Jump Off Rock Music Festival is a fun way to enjoy live music with a beautiful view. Bring a chair/blanket, picnic, or cooler! Beer & wine are permitted. The rain date is the following day. Free admission. Leashed pets permitted. This event is hosted by the Friends of Laurel Park.
Concerts dates include: – June 5 — Dashboard Blue
– July 14 — Wayne Banks Trio – August 11 — Joel Helfand – September 11 — PEZ Trio & Hope Griffin – October 9 — Two Step Too
Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company performs Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi opera, sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved and limited with social distancing / Lawn seating is reserved for BMC students. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning June 1.
Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company performs Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi opera, sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved and limited with social distancing / Lawn seating is reserved for BMC students. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning June 1.
Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company performs Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi opera, sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved and limited with social distancing / Lawn seating is reserved for BMC students. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning June 1.
Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company performs Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi opera, sung in Italian with English supertitles.
Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved and limited with social distancing / Lawn seating is reserved for BMC students. Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning June 1.
The Street Dance on July 26th & August 23rd features Blue Ridge Tradition playing a unique mix of traditional and not-so-traditional bluegrass music. They perform crowd-favorites such as “Rocky Top,” “Salty Dog,” “Tennessee Waltz,” and “John Henry.” The band incorporates some great original songs in their shows. They’re not afraid to include crossover material from artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Dylan Chuck Berry, and others into their well-defined, classic sound.
Southern Connection Cloggers are a local group, based in Hendersonville, NC. The team is under the direction of Certified Judge and Certified Clogging Instructor, Chip Summey.
The Street Dances call people of all ages to downtown Hendersonville to enjoy toe-tapping-good mountain music, as the evening features traditional mountain and bluegrass music performed by a live band, square dancing and special appearances by area clogging teams. Music plays from 7-9 pm in the Visitor Center parking lot, weather permitting. This event is free, the parking area opens at 5:30 pm, bring a chair, early admission is prohibited. No coolers, alcoholic beverages, backpacks, or dogs allowed in the event area.
This year’s concert sponsors include Burger King, Firehouse Subs, Kathy Watkins of Preferred Realty, Echo Mountain Inn, Henderson County Tourism Development Authority.
The Jump Off Rock Music Festival is a fun way to enjoy live music with a beautiful view. Bring a chair/blanket, picnic, or cooler! Beer & wine are permitted. The rain date is the following day. Free admission. Leashed pets permitted. This event is hosted by the Friends of Laurel Park.
Concerts dates include: – June 5 — Dashboard Blue
– July 14 — Wayne Banks Trio – August 11 — Joel Helfand – September 11 — PEZ Trio & Hope Griffin – October 9 — Two Step Too
The Jump Off Rock Music Festival is a fun way to enjoy live music with a beautiful view. Bring a chair/blanket, picnic, or cooler! Beer & wine are permitted. The rain date is the following day. Free admission. Leashed pets permitted. This event is hosted by the Friends of Laurel Park.
Concerts dates include: – June 5 — Dashboard Blue
– July 14 — Wayne Banks Trio – August 11 — Joel Helfand – September 11 — PEZ Trio & Hope Griffin – October 9 — Two Step Too
This intimate show, which is socially distanced, is a wonderful opportunity to experience an event unlike any concert you may have seen. Peter Noone will be performing acoustically some of his biggest hits…hits of the 60s. His stories and wit are interspersed creating a fun evening for all ages. A true master of the stage, he will take the audience on a fun and funny evening down memory lane. Yes, you will hear Henry the 8th and I’m Into Something Good and so much more! Truly a special event not to be missed!
This intimate show, which is socially distanced, is a wonderful opportunity to experience an event unlike any concert you may have seen. Peter Noone will be performing acoustically some of his biggest hits…hits of the 60s. His stories and wit are interspersed creating a fun evening for all ages. A true master of the stage, he will take the audience on a fun and funny evening down memory lane. Yes, you will hear Henry the 8th and I’m Into Something Good and so much more! Truly a special event not to be missed!
