UPCOMING CONCERTS & FILMS
We offer a diverse line-up of high-quality concerts, performances, films, and other events throughout the year.
Bryan McDowell & Friends
Bryan McDowell, Jacob Jolliff, Mark Schatz, Jake Stargel, and Matt Menefee, bring a rich tapestry of acoustic music, drawing from bluegrass, folk, and beyond. From McDowell’s multi-instrumental finesse and Schatz’s rhythmic versatility to Stargel’s guitar genius, Menefee’s boundary-pushing banjo, and Jolliff’s mandolin mastery, their collaboration highlights both technical brilliance and deep musical chemistry.
Jacob Jolliff Band
Led by virtuoso mandolinist Jacob Jolliff, the Jacob Jolliff Band delivers tight vocal harmonies and dazzling instrumental mastery. A former member of Joy Kills Sorrow and Yonder Mountain String Band, Jolliff has emerged as a leading voice in contemporary bluegrass mandolin.
Tim O'Brien with Jan Fabricius
Multi-Grammy winner Tim O’Brien and Jan Fabricius bring an intimate evening of acoustic Americana, bluegrass, and folk. Featuring songs from their new album Paper Flowers, their heartfelt harmonies and timeless songwriting reflect the deep creative partnership behind the music.
Reverie Road
This show is part of our 2025 Celtic Music Concert Series!
Reverie Road is a fresh Celtic combination made up of today's finest traditional and folk musicians. With a sound that masterfully blends Irish roots with fresh departures, their repertoire includes distilled airs, continental waltzes, and high-energy reels and jigs.
Kalos
This show is part of our 2025 Celtic Music Series!
Featuring Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald , and Jeremiah McLane, Kalos draws inspiration from Celtic and maritime traditions to create music that is both rooted and adventurous. Their immersive performances blend rhythmic drive and spontaneous artistry to create a dynamic soundscape that captivates audiences and transcends boundaries. Photo by Winsome Bye.
Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band
This show is part of our 2025 Bluegrass & BBQ Series!
Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band bring high-energy, mountain-infused music that blends rockabilly, country, and bluegrass with guitar, fiddle, banjo, bass, and more. Led by acclaimed singer-songwriter Martha Spencer, the band captures the spirit of Appalachia with music that celebrates the roots of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Presented, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts.
From China to Appalachia
Grammy-award winning American Roots artists Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer join with Chinese classical hammered dulcimer player Chao Tian in a show that combines music from China to Appalachia and beyond. The group’s repertoire includes traditional and contemporary music from around the world.
Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton
This show is part of our 2024 Jazz & Blues Concert Series!
An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton transforms traditional jazz, blues, folk, and country into the here and now. Mesmerizing audiences with humor and stories tied to the rich history of Black American music, Paxton recently signed with the Smithsonian Folkways label for his next, long-awaited full-length release, due out in 2024.
Jacob Jolliff Band
This show is part of our 2024 Bluegrass & BBQ Concert Series!
An ensemble of virtuosic pickers, the Jacob Jolliff Band tours across the US with mandolinist and lead vocalist Jacob Jolliff at the helm. After cutting his teeth as a longtime member of Joy Kills Sorrow and later Yonder Mountain String Band, Jolliff has set off in a new direction. Featuring tight vocal harmonies and instrumental fireworks, the band’s latest self-titled album marks a major milestone in Jolliff’s evolution and the arrival of an authority on bluegrass mandolin.
Kalos
This show is part of our 2024 Celtic Music Concert Series!
Celtic trio Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald, and Jeremiah McLane set the standard for traditional repertoire with an underlying drive and pulse charged with rhythmic electricity, culminating in a swirling level of intensity. These friends and musical counterparts bring a playfulness to the stage, delivering a healthy dose of organic banter and good humor to complement good tunes.
Hubby Jenkins
This show is part of our 2024 Jazz & Blues Concert Series!
Hubby Jenkins is a talented multi-instrumentalist who endeavors to share his love and knowledge of old-time American music. Born and raised in Brooklyn he delved into his southern roots, following the thread of African American history that wove itself through America's traditional music forms.
Missy Raines & Allegheny
Grammy-nominated artist Raines is one of the most accomplished female bluegrass musicians on the scene today. Currently with her band Missy Raines & Allegheny on the release of their 2023 album, Highlander, the band is a significant nod and return to Raines’ bluegrass roots. The music is traditional and hard-driving at its core while also showcasing Raines’ well-known penchant for originality and innovation.
Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman
Two of the most celebrated names in acoustic music, Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman join forces for a very special performance. Together, Paxton and Lichtman create a musical experience that is both timeless and modern, blending the best of traditional American music with a fresh and innovative approach.
Dirk & Amelia Powell
Dirk and Amelia Powell are a father-daughter duo from Louisiana. Together, they bring a soulful connection to music of their Appalachian and Cajun heritage.
Seth Walker
Seth Walker, one of the most revered Americana artists in the U.S., couples a respect for roots and tradition with an appreciation for contemporary songwriting.
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