Hosted by old time musician Wayne Erbsen, Country Roots is devoted to bluegrass and old-time country music and is BPR's longest running program. From archival recordings to up-n-coming youngin's with a banjo and a fiddle, Wayne gets it kickin’ each week on Country Roots. Tune in at 88.1 FM, Asheville or streaming on line. Wayne is […]
The newly named 'Tunes on the Tuck' location has a large lawn for music-lovers with a covered pavilion for the entertainers. Enjoy sitting at one of the riverside picnic tables, or bring a lawn chair or blanket for the grass. (The Chamber will have $1 lawn chairs for rent.)The whole family will enjoy this relaxed, […]
The "Blackberry Jam" Singer-Songwriter Competition will take place on Friday, July 12th as part of the 18th Annual North Carolina Blackberry Festival. The "Blackberry Jam" is a family-friendly live music event, featuring 10 local and regional acts competing for cash prizes and the opportunity to perform their music on Saturday, July 13th on the Downtown Mainstreet Stage. Those interested in […]
This classic country show hosted by Tom Pittman features music from the classic period of honky tonk music; from the end of WWII until the mid 1970's. Hank Williams, Faron Young, Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Loretta Lynn and all the rest. At the top of the second hour there is a rundown of the songs […]
Traditional, old-time and classic folk music with Don Pedi. Since 1985 local dulcimer player Don Pedi has served as an on air host at WCQS. Close to Home features traditional, old-Time, and classic folk music. Don Pedi's music sounds with a clear melody and a pureness of spirit. It surpasses the boundaries of musical style, […]
Southern Songs and Stories, hosted by Joe Kendrick, is a documentary series about the music of the South and the artists who make it. Hear their performances and discover the stories behind their songs with a look at their lives on stage, in the studio and at home as well as the family, friends, fans […]
Music on the Green is hosted by the Museum of Ashe County History and concerts are held on the Museum Green beside the old courthouse. 2020 Upcoming Concers include: May 24 – The Hardin Brothers with Steve Lewis and Josh Scott July 5 - Wayne Henderson, Herb Key, and Aubrianna Lovell and friends September 6 - White Top Mountain […]
Dine and listen to live music starting at 6:00 pm nightly. Artist aschedule of artists include some of the best local musicians. The menu offers North Carolina Barbeque in Blowing Rock NC since 1977. Come in and try some BBQ, Chicken, Ribs, Pork, Burgers, Mexican Food, and a full bar. Musicians schedule: Mondays - TBD […]
Join us for an afternoon of music in the form of an 18th-century Appalachian instrument. Performing: Don Pedi, Steve A. Smith, the Asheville Dulcimer Ensemble, the Black Bear Dulcimer Group, the Porch Ladies, the Shady Ladies, Judy and Kirk House, and Melanie and Mack Johnston. Visit the Folk Art Center on Saturday, June 6th from […]
It’s that time again! Time for the Sounds of the Appalachians Music Camp. This is our seventh year and we are excited about seeing old friends and making new ones. Instruction is available in a variety of instruments to include, but are not limited to, old-time banjo, guitar, flat foot dancing, and fiddle. Led by […]
This community music festival is held in Moratock Park, named after the ruins of the Civil War-era Moratock Iron Furnace. The longest running arts council sponsored event in North Carolina, the Stokes Stomp is held annually along the banks of the beautiful Dan River at Moratock Park. The event features local bluegrass, Americana, and blues music, a […]
Transylvania, Romania might be the origin of Count Dracula’s character, but Brevard has the best celebration! (And it’s the closest Transylvania there is!) We have a full day’s worth of family fun and light-hearted celebration of the spookiest day of the year! At 10:00 am on October 26th in downtown Brevard you’re sure to find something that will suit. Come […]
