Free Community Drum Class w/ Larry McDowell
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
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Hands-on drumming instruction led by Larry McDowell in a welcoming community space, centered on rhythm basics, technique, and group playing. A free, low-pressure class geared toward learning and connecting through percussion.
Hands-on drumming instruction led by Larry McDowell in a welcoming community space, centered on rhythm basics, technique, and group playing. A free, low-pressure class geared toward learning and connecting through percussion.
Hands-on drumming instruction led by Larry McDowell in a welcoming community space, centered on rhythm basics, technique, and group playing. A free, low-pressure class geared toward learning and connecting through percussion.
Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.
Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.
Layered hand drums and spontaneous percussion create an energetic, participatory gathering in a downtown park. Bring a drum or listen as local rhythms build into a welcoming community jam.
After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.
After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.
After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.
Hands-on beginner drumming builds rhythm foundations through guided practice on provided djembes, with participants playing favorite songs together. No experience is needed; the session is suited to adults and kids 10 and up.
Hands-on beginner drumming builds rhythm foundations through guided practice on provided djembes, with participants playing favorite songs together. No experience is needed; the session is suited to adults and kids 10 and up.
Hands-on beginner drumming builds rhythm foundations through guided practice on provided djembes, with participants playing favorite songs together. No experience is needed; the session is suited to adults and kids 10 and up.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
Learn beginner ukulele chords and playing techniques in a welcoming, intergenerational lesson for ages 12 and up. Stay afterward for an optional community jam; limited instruments are available to borrow.
Learn beginner ukulele chords and playing techniques in a welcoming, intergenerational lesson for ages 12 and up. Stay afterward for an optional community jam; limited instruments are available to borrow.
Learn beginner ukulele chords and playing techniques in a welcoming, intergenerational lesson for ages 12 and up. Stay afterward for an optional community jam; limited instruments are available to borrow.
A welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.
A welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.
A welcoming, participatory contra dance creates a lively community gathering in a sober, safe space, with social folk dancing and opportunities to connect through movement.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Local Asheville all-stars explore bluegrass, jamgrass, folk, funk, and blues through adventurous, face-melting sets with rotating musicians. A free, family- and pet-friendly Monday night residency invites lively listening.
Local Asheville all-stars explore bluegrass, jamgrass, folk, funk, and blues through adventurous, face-melting sets with rotating musicians. A free, family- and pet-friendly Monday night residency invites lively listening.
Local Asheville all-stars explore bluegrass, jamgrass, folk, funk, and blues through adventurous, face-melting sets with rotating musicians. A free, family- and pet-friendly Monday night residency invites lively listening.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.
A Monday night gathering for Asheville’s hospitality and service industry community, with an after-work social atmosphere for local workers to connect and unwind.
A Monday night gathering for Asheville’s hospitality and service industry community, with an after-work social atmosphere for local workers to connect and unwind.
A Monday night gathering for Asheville’s hospitality and service industry community, with an after-work social atmosphere for local workers to connect and unwind.
Saucy bass music carries an ecstatic dance wave with guided movement, warm-ups, and communal connection, winding down with a brief sound healing session and tea.
Saucy bass music carries an ecstatic dance wave with guided movement, warm-ups, and communal connection, winding down with a brief sound healing session and tea.
Saucy bass music carries an ecstatic dance wave with guided movement, warm-ups, and communal connection, winding down with a brief sound healing session and tea.
Acoustic guitarists and singers gather for a relaxed community song circle, sharing songs and playing together in an informal afternoon session. Expect guitar-led singalongs and a welcoming, participatory atmosphere in Fairview.
Acoustic guitarists and singers gather for a relaxed community song circle, sharing songs and playing together in an informal afternoon session. Expect guitar-led singalongs and a welcoming, participatory atmosphere in Fairview.
Acoustic guitarists and singers gather for a relaxed community song circle, sharing songs and playing together in an informal afternoon session. Expect guitar-led singalongs and a welcoming, participatory atmosphere in Fairview.
Community Waltz
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A welcoming gathering for musicians and dancers to share waltzes, with informal instruction to help newcomers find their footing. All experience levels are invited to join the dance.
A welcoming gathering for musicians and dancers to share waltzes, with informal instruction to help newcomers find their footing. All experience levels are invited to join the dance.
A free community gathering centered on meaningful conversation and connection. Reserve a ticket to let organizers know you plan to attend.
A free community gathering centered on meaningful conversation and connection. Reserve a ticket to let organizers know you plan to attend.
A free community gathering centered on meaningful conversation and connection. Reserve a ticket to let organizers know you plan to attend.
Two morning dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with music and freeform movement, inviting participants to step out of their heads and into an inward, energetic journey.
Two morning dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with music and freeform movement, inviting participants to step out of their heads and into an inward, energetic journey.
Two morning dance waves pair warmups and opening circles with music and freeform movement, inviting participants to step out of their heads and into an inward, energetic journey.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.
Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.
Connection-focused fusion dancing blends styles in a welcoming community atmosphere, with a smooth sprung floor, quality sound, and immersive lighting. Newcomers and seasoned dancers can share a full night of movement.
A Sunday music gathering brings sound into the Asheville Art Museum, pairing live performance with a cultural setting for a relaxed afternoon of listening and connection.
A Sunday music gathering brings sound into the Asheville Art Museum, pairing live performance with a cultural setting for a relaxed afternoon of listening and connection.
A Sunday music gathering brings sound into the Asheville Art Museum, pairing live performance with a cultural setting for a relaxed afternoon of listening and connection.
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Settle into a Sunday morning sound meditation led by Billy Zanski, with immersive tones supporting relaxation, mindfulness, and restorative self-care in an intimate Asheville sound shop.
Settle into a Sunday morning sound meditation led by Billy Zanski, with immersive tones supporting relaxation, mindfulness, and restorative self-care in an intimate Asheville sound shop.