Join us every Wednesday evening for Open Mic at the Reeves! Free to perform, free to watch. **Please note--you do NOT need to purchase tickets for Reeves Open Mic** All ages are welcome. Please keep material family-friendly (feel free to ask our MC prior to the show if you have any questions or concerns). We […]
JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]
This unique exhibit offers an in-depth look at the rich history of Blue Ridge music. The exhibition showcases 36 original, letterpress-style posters, dating back to as early as 1939. Each poster has detailed information about the life and legacy of the featured musicians. Originally, window cards and other announcement posters were created to advertise upcoming […]
Come watch or play in the Reeves FREE monthly Old-Time Jam hosted by local musician and luthier Joe Thrift. Help learn and preserve traditional music of the region. All ages welcome. This event is sponsored by Explore Elkin.
This presentation and performance traces the history behind ballads from the Blue Ridge Mountains. While strongly associated with European and British Isles traditions, balladry in the Blue Ridge mountains of western North Carolina and southwestern Virginia reflects a broad range of cultural influences, including roots in and stories connected to African and Native American experiences. This […]
Thursday, March 27 - Square Dance with caller, Aaron Ratcliff, and Old-Time Music - 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Join us for a square dance in MHU’s Loft with live old-time music and caller Aaron Ratcliffe! Absolutely no experience is necessary – first-timers are welcome and encouraged. The caller will tell you what to do! […]
Every Thursday evening from 7-10 PM, join local and visiting musicians at the Jones House for an old-time jam session. Bring your banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin - or whatever old-time acoustic instrument you have - and spend a few hours playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. On warm evenings, circle […]
JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]
This unique exhibit offers an in-depth look at the rich history of Blue Ridge music. The exhibition showcases 36 original, letterpress-style posters, dating back to as early as 1939. Each poster has detailed information about the life and legacy of the featured musicians. Originally, window cards and other announcement posters were created to advertise upcoming […]
Square Dance Brevard is a monthly community dance featuring old time mountainsquare dances to live music by local bands and energetic callers. All dances are taught, no partner or experience necessary. This event is open to the public and welcomes people of all ages. There is a $10 suggested donation for adults and $5 suggested […]
The mission of Mountain Home Music is to celebrate diverse styles of Appalachian performing arts. Mountain Home Music strives to educate and build community through the arts, providing accessible cross-generational experiences. Local Night @ AppTheatre & Joe Shannon’s Mountain Home Music presents Pickin’ Thistles w/ Fern Hill Appalachian Theatre of the High Country (559 W. […]
JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]
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