A night of eclectic music is in store when UNC Asheville student and faculty ensembles perform at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall in West Asheville beginning at 6:00 pm on Sunday, Dec. 6th.
The music will span experimental and classic jazz, bluegrass and more, with one ensemble dedicated to the music of Steely Dan, another to Cole Porter’s urbane songs, and an ensemble performing students’ original compositions. The full lineup follows:
Isis Upstairs Lounge, 6-8 p.m.
– Experimental Music Ensemble, directed by Bill Bares, UNC Asheville assistant professor of music
– Cole Porter Ensemble, directed by Brian Felix, UNC Asheville assistant professor of music
– Composers Ensemble, directed by Matthew Richmond, UNC Asheville lecturer in music
– Bluegrass Ensemble, directed by Toby King, UNC Asheville assistant professor of music
Isis Main Stage, 8-10:30 p.m.
– Large Jazz Ensemble, directed by Steve Alford, UNC Asheville adjunct faculty
– Steely Dan Ensemble, directed by Brian Felix, UNC Asheville assistant professor of music
– UNCA Jazz Xtet, directed by Justin Ray, UNC Asheville adjunct faculty
– Faculty Ensemble and Jam Session
Isis Restaurant and Music Hall is located at 743 Haywood Road in West Asheville. Admission to UNCA Jazz Night is $10; $5 for students. Tables can be reserved with dinner reservations. For more information, visit isisasheville.com or call 828.575.2737.