Candlelight Christmas tours will be held December 2 and 3. Five tours will be offered each evening, at 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, 7:15 and 8:00 PM. Visitors will take part in a guided tour of the decorated 1880 farm house, visit with the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists, listen to live music by local students, and partake in hot cocoa and cookies.

Reservations and advance payment are required for the Candlelight Christmas evenings as space is limited. Under 5 free.

The Historic Johnson Farm, one of the oldest brick structures in Henderson County, hosts candlelight tours of the decorated 1880 farmhouse. Experience what Christmas was like in the 19th Century, visit with the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists, listen to live music by local students, and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.

The farm is owned and operated by the local school system. There are five tours each evening. Advance tickets are required as space is limited.

NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition will welcome eight finalists to Asheville, NC, for an evening of songs and connection on Saturday, December 3, 2022. The internationally recognized event, now in its 21st year, is one of North America’s premier showcases of emerging performers and songwriters today. NewSong is proud to partner with Citizen Vinyl, a multifaceted event space in downtown Asheville, to present the finale showcase. The 2022 Finalists are: The Singer and the Songwriter (Rachel Garcia and Thu Tran; Oakland, CA ) — Rachel and Thu met and began writing and performing music together in 2006. This year they were named as a finalist in the prestigious Grassy Hill New Folk Song Competition for Emerging Folk Artists at the Kerrville Folk Festival. Cozi Anda Flounder (Cozi and Ezra Vancil; Dallas, TX) — Father-daughter Americana-ish country duo. This self-described cosmic country / Americana-ish outfit sounds itself with a group of lifelong music friends. AC Sapphire (Portland, OR)— Ethereal folk-rock. Her cosmic sound blends disparate elements into an ethereal folk rock while her strong voice shakes listeners awake as she spins her passionate, dust-blasted tales. Indus Adams (San Antonio, TX) — Indie-pop. Indus Adams, aka Devin Castleton, used Covid quarantine to take a deep dive into songwriting and recording. He is currently at work on his debut album. Mikalyn (Guelph, Ontario) — Alt-pop. As an established singer-songwriter her journey had a significant boost when a Brazilian record label discovered her original, piano-driven songs on Soundcloud and offered to transform them into EDM hits, resulting in millions of streams. Justin Cross (Pelham, AL) — Americana. Justin Cross is a singer-songwriter and self-described “noise-maker.” Though his songs are based in American tradition, he hopes they can connect with a global audience. Lua Flora (Evan Button; Weaverville, NC) — Beach-pop. The Asheville, NC-based group’s sun-kissed melodies are rooted in the harmonies of Appalachia, rhythms of the West Indies, and lyricism of American folk. Kristian Phillip Valentino (Asheville, NC) — Indie-folk. KPV’s musical palette falls between the lines of indie folk, singer-songwriter and Americana. His lyrics are a healing balm from the daily struggle as they wash over you with a deep reverence. Kristian was also a finalist at the 2022 LEAF Singer-Songwriter Competition, a collaboration between NewSong Music and LEAF Global Arts. The finalists, selected from advance online submissions from across North America and beyond, will bring their musical chops to Asheville to perform, compete, and connect with one another. A panel of music industry judges will select one grand prize winner who will receive a fully funded six-song EP, recorded and mixed at Citizen Studios, plus 500 vinyl records pressed at Citizen Vinyl, and a featured, paid performance at Arts Brookfield’s Summer Concert Series in New York City in the summer of 2023.

Andrew Wakefield is a prolific guitarist, songwriter, and singer based in Asheville, NC with an eclectic catalogue of compositions ranging from guitar-driven bluegrass to folk, old-time, newgrass, rock, americana, and more. He is a contributing member of The Well Drinkers and former member of Supper Break and Cynefin.
Career highlights include performing at Merlefest in Supper Break, performing with Molly Tuttle and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show in The Well Drinkers, performing with Mason via of Old Crow Medicine Show, members of Billy Strings, Town Mountain, Fireside Collective, Jim Lauderdale, Larry Keel and Natural Bridge, Parliament Funkadelic, Jeff Sipe among others, and playing lead electric guitar in Ween drummer Claude Coleman’s outfit, Amandla.
With renewed focus on the solo project, a bluegrass-themed sophomore album is in the works and set for release by end of 2022.

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The second annual Catalytic Sound Festival is a sprawling international affair, spanning 5 different weekends with versions taking place in Amsterdam, Vienna, New York, Chicago, Washington DC, and Trondheim. All of these various weekends will feature artists who are a part of the innovative Catalytic Sound co-operative, an initiative formed in 2015 to help create a more sustainable working environment for its pool of experimental and innovative musicians across the globe. Curated by Asheville local, Tashi Dorji.

December 2nd – Catalytic Sound and Static Age Records in Partnership with Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center presents:

Chris Williams / Patrick Shiroishi Duo
Farewell Phoenix
Min Xiao-Fen / Tashi Dorji Duo
MANAS w/ Zoh Amba & Chris Williams

December 3rd – Catalytic Sound and Static Age Records presents:

Otay:onii
Thom Nguyen / Alex Zhang Hungtai Percussion Duo
Lunar Creature
MANAS w/ Che Chen, Alex Hungtai, and Patrick Shiroishi
Drum Major Instinct
BEAM SPLITTER

• Hop on board the Holly Jolly Christmas Trolley for a fun and festive celebration of the season featuring live music!

• This seasonal favorite features an entertaining blend of holiday storytelling and traditional Christmas caroling. Enjoy stories of local lore and holiday traditions, then join-in with our on-board musician singing classic carols and songs of Christmas. And all the while the Holly Jolly Trolley is rolling past festive holiday decorations in downtown Asheville, Biltmore Village and the Montford and Grove Park neighborhoods.

This has all the makings of a jolly good family tradition!

• Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Admission: Adults $29; Children (5-11) $13
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Book by: Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin; Music by: Matthew Sklar; Lyrics by: Chad Beguelin; Directed by: Jeff Catanese

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to live joyfully in community as he finds and shares his true identity. Elf The Musical is full of cheer with bright costumes, jolly dancing, and show-stopping songs. This heartwarming holiday tale dazzles and delights all ages!

Accessibility:

All performances: Accessible wheelchair/scooter seating available.

Saturday, Dec 17, 2022: ASL-Interpreted Performance

Book and Lyrics by Jim Christian
Music by Kenneth Plain

DIRECTED BY CHANDLER SMITH

FIVE CAROLS FOR CHRISTMAS

It’s 1954, and five best friends – all named Carol – as they prepare for their annual holiday performance at the local high school on Christmas Eve. Unfortunately, egos, miscommunication, and a power outage turn their quest for perfection into a madcap misadventure that somehow manages to salvage their camaraderie and the spirit of the holidays. Bursting with wonderful new songs and lush arrangements of Christmas classics, this riotous romp is heartwarming and absolutely hilarious.

JINGLEJACKS

Four Canadian lumberjacks, isolated in a cabin, are living out their dreams of becoming internet sensations with their Christmas webcast featuring favorite holiday songs sung in the style of barbershop, classical, hip-hop, smooth jazz, rap, glee club, rock, and many more. And just like every pop star wannabe, they hold contests, sell merchandise, and send shout outs to their loyal fans, “The Jackals.” Through it all, their warmth, charm, and quirkiness provide a big ol’ holiday bear hug loaded with traditional song favorites and fresh new melodies.

HSO will celebrate the holidays in traditional style – this year with two performances! Featuring music from the Nutcracker and Fledermaus, traditional carols, Sleigh Ride, and a few surprises along the way, join us as we mark the season!

Showtimes 3 PM and 7:30 PM

Lazybirds is a classic American roots band from the mountains of North Carolina. Specializing in good time music that is just about impossible not to move to, there is also a depth to the band that faithful fans have treasured over the years. According to the legendary Doc Watson, “Lazybirds play a good variety of blues, jazz, and that good old ragtime sound, and you will hear the flavor of that in anything they play.” The ‘Birds cover a lot of musical ground, from early American stringband music to Dylan classics, as well as classic sounding originals, but deep roots are what hold all of these sounds together.

“I’ve listened to the music the Lazybirds play and I think it is a good variety of blues, jazz and that good old ragtime sound and you will hear the flavor of that in anything they play. If you want some good music, have these boys come out and play for you. I guarantee you will enjoy what they do.” — Doc Watson

“From our earliest days bumming around Boone, the Old Crow boys knew it was the Lazybirds who were the best musicians on the scene. Why after all it was the Lazybirds who played those infectious country blues and that feverish hillbilly swing which got all the girls going down on King Street. Back then the ‘Birds played the downbeat for every picking party in town; we listened on in awe to their incredible syncopation, ears pricked to hear the deep body of songs they played, all of us Old Crow boys new in town and hearing for the first time in a long time that familiar tongue of musical kin. ” — Ketch Secor (Old Crow Medicine Show)

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TICKET PRICES:

$15 in Advance

$18 at the Door

Student Ticket: $10 (must show Student ID at the Door)

Ages 18+

Postmodern Jukebox – Meet & Greet Package

• One general admission ticket
• Exclusive meet & greet with members of Postmodern Jukebox
• Personal photograph with members of Postmodern Jukebox
• Collectible tour poster; autographed by members of Postmodern Jukebox
• Official meet & greet laminate
• Limited availability

Postmodern Jukebox – VIP Tour Package 

• One general admission ticket
• Collectible tour poster; autographed by members of Postmodern Jukebox
• Official VIP laminate
• Limited availability

For questions regarding the VIP packages, please reach out to [email protected].

VIP merchandise will be distributed at the show.

Queen Bee and the Honey Lovers present their annual Holiday Concert.

The Holiday season is also the season for jazz! Come hear Queen Bee and the Honeylovers perform your favorite classic tunes with a sprinkling of original compositions!

Queen Bee and the Honeylovers is classic swing band based in Asheville, NC. Their music takes inspiration from the hot club and small combo sounds of the 1930’s and 40’s. They were voted #1 in Jazz in the Mountain Xpress “Best Of” poll in 2020 and 2021. Their debut album, ‘Asheville’, celebrated their hometown’s history and won them #41 on WNCW’s listener-voted poll of Best Albums of 2019 as well as features on The State of Things with Frank Stasio and PBS Woodsongs. Their video for “Beacham’s Curve” won Best Soundtack at the 2019 Music Video Asheville Awards. Vocal-driven with an infectious groove, the Honeylovers are guaranteed to put a grin on your face and a tap in your toes. 

Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at Isis Music Hall.  Advanced Reservations are highly recommended.

Jo Gore – Rated R
Jazz. R&B. Debauchery.

Instrumentals @ 9:00 pm
Show @ 10:00 pm

Featuring: Will Boyd – saxophone. Bill Bares – keys. Bob Songster – bass. Justin Watt – drums. Adam Rose – guitar. Kiara Chatterjee – live painting.

Keeping the JGB party rolling with another A Very Jerry Xmas Party! A Very Jerry Xmas started in 2016 (skipped 2020) so this year marks the 6th Annual A Very Jerry Xmas!

The core band is formed of all local Asheville musicians. This year includes:

Spiro Nicolopoulos of lead vocal and guitar,

Nicole Nicolopoulos on harmony vocals,

Lenny Pettinelli (of Empire Strikes Brass and Early Tuesday Jam) on keys,

Lee Kram (played with Melvin’s JGB post Jerry) on drums,

and Michael Filippone on bass.

Plus, we also have very more special local guests join the core band throughout the night!

Limited Capacity: 12 Guests per Tour
A truly memorable experience featuring rare photo opportunities, this exclusive guided tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the design and construction of Biltmore House in areas unavailable on the regular house visit. Imagine yourself a Vanderbilt (or cherished Vanderbilt guest) as you take in stunning views seen only from the house’s rooftop and balconies.

Advance reservation required. Tour includes 250 stairs with no elevator access. Wheelchairs, strollers, and baby backpacks are prohibited. Backpacks are not allowed on any guided tours. Guests are required to leave backpacks in a locker or in their vehicle. To participate in this tour, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.

Jazz Sunday at One World Brewing West is a modern jazz jam held every Sunday afternoon from 1-4pm. Previously known as Jazz Monday, the jam has been running non stop since July, 2018 at the West Asheville brewery and is hosted weekly by The Fully Vaccinated Jazz Trio, consisting of Ray Ring on guitar, Jason DeCristofaro on drums, piano and vibraphone, and Connor Law on bass. Jazz Sunday typically features a guest artist for a short set and then welcomes jazz musicians of all levels to sit in for the remainder of the afternoon on One World’s spacious outdoor stage.

Book by: Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin; Music by: Matthew Sklar; Lyrics by: Chad Beguelin; Directed by: Jeff Catanese

December 2 – December 18, 2022

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:30pm, and Thursday December 15 at 7:30 pm

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to live joyfully in community as he finds and shares his true identity. Elf The Musical is full of cheer with bright costumes, jolly dancing, and show-stopping songs. This heartwarming holiday tale dazzles and delights all ages!

Accessibility:

All performances: Accessible wheelchair/scooter seating available.

Saturday, Dec 17, 2022: ASL-Interpreted Performance

A Concert Presentation of
“Hansel and Gretel”
A Fairy Tale Opera for All Ages
by Engelbert Humperdinck

Featuring…

UNCG Opera Theatre
David Holley, Director of Opera

Book and Lyrics by Jim Christian
Music by Kenneth Plain

DIRECTED BY CHANDLER SMITH

FIVE CAROLS FOR CHRISTMAS

It’s 1954, and five best friends – all named Carol – as they prepare for their annual holiday performance at the local high school on Christmas Eve. Unfortunately, egos, miscommunication, and a power outage turn their quest for perfection into a madcap misadventure that somehow manages to salvage their camaraderie and the spirit of the holidays. Bursting with wonderful new songs and lush arrangements of Christmas classics, this riotous romp is heartwarming and absolutely hilarious.

JINGLEJACKS

Four Canadian lumberjacks, isolated in a cabin, are living out their dreams of becoming internet sensations with their Christmas webcast featuring favorite holiday songs sung in the style of barbershop, classical, hip-hop, smooth jazz, rap, glee club, rock, and many more. And just like every pop star wannabe, they hold contests, sell merchandise, and send shout outs to their loyal fans, “The Jackals.” Through it all, their warmth, charm, and quirkiness provide a big ol’ holiday bear hug loaded with traditional song favorites and fresh new melodies.

Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session 

Sundays

1 till who knows when?

Traditional Irish music is kept alive at Jack of the Wood with our unplugged Sunday session.

Jack of the Wood

95 Patton ave

Asheville, NC 28801

(828) 252.5445

http://www.jackofthewood.com/

The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness will host a Friends of Music concert
featuring flutist Kate Steinbeck on Sunday, December 4, at 4:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall across
the street from the Church.  She will be joined by collaborative pianist Dewitt Tipton.  The public
is warmly invited to attend.  Contributions will be gratefully accepted.
Ms. Steinbeck is the Artistic Director of PAN HARMONIA, an Asheville-based organization
committed to sharing chamber music with people of all ages and socioeconomic strata through
accessible, inclusive performances of works by diverse composers.
“Known in the Western North Carolina region and Upstate South Carolina for producing and
performing chamber music, Ms. Steinbeck has shown herself to be a gifted flutist and innovative
concert presenter. We are fortunate to have her for a solo recital at St. John,” said Tipton,
Organist, Director of Music for St. John in the Wilderness and creator of Friends of Music.
Ms. Steinbeck is recognized across the United States and abroad as a unique interpreter of
wide-ranging repertoire, innovative producer and collaborator, enthusiastic teacher and coach.
"What a joy to be making music with Dewitt Tipton at St. John in the Wilderness,” said Ms.
Steinbeck. “He and I connected musically years ago, and it is always wonderful to work with
him. Dewitt's superb artistry was an essential element in the success of Pan Harmonia."
Ms. Steinbeck began playing the flute in a public school music program in Western North
Carolina, where she spent most of her childhood.  Musical adventures led her far and wide, from
studies with William Hebert of the Cleveland Orchestra to a Fulbright grant in Belgium, several
years performing and teaching in Germany, and later to graduate studies with Tim Day of the
San Francisco Symphony.  As a freelance flutist, Ms. Steinbeck has been featured on many of
California’s most prestigious stages.

In 1997, Ms. Steinbeck moved to Asheville and began raising a family.  In 2000, she created
Keowee Chamber Music with cellist Liz Austin and violist Andre Levin.  KCM became Pan
Harmonia in 2011.  As a teacher, she loves guiding students of all ages to discover the joy of
making music and to achieve new levels of accomplishment and self-awareness.  Ms. Steinbeck
has produced two critically acclaimed albums: “Light in the Corner “with percussionist Bryon
Hedgepeth and “Luminescence” with guitarist Amy Brucksch and has recorded on projects
ranging from hip hop to ambient.  She loves languages, speaks German and French, and is now
learning Spanish.  Ms. Steinbeck plays on a modern wooden flute manufactured by the Abell
Flute Company.

The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness will host a Friends of Music concert featuring Kate Steinbeck, flute on Sunday, December 4, at 4:00pm in the Parish Hall across the street from the Church. She will be joined by collaborative pianist Dewitt Tipton. The public is warmly invited to attend. Contributions will be gratefully accepted.

Ms. Steinbeck is the Artistic Director of Pan Harmonia, an Asheville-based organization committed to sharing chamber music with people of all ages and socioeconomic strata through accessible, inclusive performances of works by diverse composers.

“Known in the Western North Carolina region and Upstate South Carolina for producing and performing chamber music, Ms. Steinbeck has shown herself to be a gifted flutist and innovative concert presenter. We are fortunate to have her for a solo recital at St. John,” said Tipton, Organist, Director of Music for St. John in the Wilderness and creator of Friends of Music.

Ms. Steinbeck is recognized across the United States and abroad as a unique interpreter of wide-ranging repertoire, innovative producer and collaborator, enthusiastic teacher and coach.

“What a joy to be making music with Dewitt Tipton at St. John in the Wilderness,” said Ms. Steinbeck. “He and I connected musically years ago, and it is always wonderful to work with him. Dewitt’s superb artistry was an essential element in the success of Pan Harmonia.”

She began playing the flute in a public school music program in Western North Carolina, where she spent most of her childhood. Musical adventures led her far and wide, from studies with William Hebert of the Cleveland Orchestra to a Fulbright grant in Belgium, several years performing and teaching in Germany, and later to graduate studies with Tim Day of the San Francisco Symphony. As a freelance flutist, Ms. Steinbeck has been featured on many of California’s most prestigious stages.

In 1997, Ms. Steinbeck moved to Asheville and began raising a family. In 2000, she created Keowee Chamber Music with cellist Liz Austin and violist Andre Levin. KCM became Pan Harmonia in 2011. As a teacher, she loves guiding students of all ages to discover the joy of making music and to achieve new levels of accomplishment and self-awareness. Ms. Steinbeck has produced two critically acclaimed albums: “Light in the Corner” with percussionist Bryon Hedgepeth and “Luminescence” with guitarist Amy Brucksch and has recorded on projects ranging from hip hop to ambient. She loves languages, speaks German and French, and is now learning Spanish. Ms. Steinbeck plays on a modern wooden flute manufactured by the Abell Flute Company.

We are thrilled to share that we have invited back for the second time from Nashville, TN the Christ Presbyterian Academy Choir! The children will sing holiday songs at 6pm in the Grove Arcade halls!

Who says you can’t become a professional musician in your sixties?! Anyone who thinks that hasn’t met singer/songwriter, Bob Jordan, who just released his first CD of 13 original compositions, “If This Dream Stands” with an All-Star lineup for a band, recorded at the renowned Seclusion Hill Music with owner/ sound engineer Phil Ludwig!

Retired English professor, Bob Jordan, who’s played music all of his life, upon retirement set out to write the Great American Novel, but found that nothing came to mind. However, lyrics began to flow from him as if it was destiny, and wonderful original songs came shortly after!

If you like grassroots rock, country, and folk music, then you truly are going to enjoy Bob Jordan’s music! Think Johnny Cash meets Willie Nelson meets The Beatles meets Crosby, Stills, Nash , and you’ve got Bob’s music.

Bob has assembled a true all-star lineup for this project including:

-Bob Jordan, singer/songwriter/rhythm guitar

-Bryan McConnell, bass

-Bill Berg, drums

-Julie McConnell, backing vocals/percussion

-Kelly Jones, lead guitar/backing vocals

-Paul Rene McIntire, violin

-Jackson Dulaney, pedal steel/resonator guitar

-Taylor Pierson, piano

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A pianist and drummer before he picked up a guitar, Jordan had played in bands throughout his school years and into his 30s, but set aside professional ambitions to teach. Though he taught writing, it had not occurred to him to write songs until he retired.

Sitting in front of his computer, his first thought was that now he had time to write the Great American Novel. When nothing came to mind, he decided to give lyrics a try, adding the music later.

If This Dream Stands is a project managed and produced by McConnell’s Music. Julie and Bryan McConnell recruited veteran session musicians from the Asheville area for an album that includes 13 of Jordan’s songs, along with a reprise of the opening “Old Black Snake” featuring grandson Henry Stout on vocals.

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TICKET PRICES:

$18 in Advance

$20 at the Door

Student Ticket: $10 (must show Student ID at the Door)