
Jazz Showcase w/Dr. Bill Bares
Sultry, piano-led jazz sets pairing outstanding regional vocalists and unca faculty artists in an intimate listening room. Host Dr. Bill Bares anchors melodic arrangements with scholarly musicianship and warm club ambiance.
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Late-night jazz showcase highlighting regional vocalists, UNCA faculty jazz artists, and special guests, anchored by pianist composer and scholar Dr. Bill Bares; expect piano focused arrangements in an intimate listening room atmosphere.

Late-night jazz showcase highlighting regional vocalists, UNCA faculty jazz artists, and special guests, anchored by pianist composer and scholar Dr. Bill Bares; expect piano focused arrangements in an intimate listening room atmosphere.
Late-night jazz showcase highlighting regional vocalists, UNCA faculty jazz artists, and special guests, anchored by pianist composer and scholar Dr. Bill Bares; expect piano focused arrangements in an intimate listening room atmosphere.

Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.

Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.
Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.

Legendary open-mic nights at the White Horse bring emerging singers and songwriters to an intimate Black Mountain pub, with guitar, piano, originals and surprises in 15-minute three-song sets.

Legendary open-mic nights at the White Horse bring emerging singers and songwriters to an intimate Black Mountain pub, with guitar, piano, originals and surprises in 15-minute three-song sets.
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Intimate solo acoustic singer songwriter set of original songs and carefully chosen covers in a low-lit tavern. Attentive listening-room vibe pairs quiet enjoyment with casual dining during the performance.

Intimate solo acoustic singer songwriter set of original songs and carefully chosen covers in a low-lit tavern. Attentive listening-room vibe pairs quiet enjoyment with casual dining during the performance.
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Late-night walk-up blues jam with gritty electric and acoustic guitar, harmonica, and singalong vocals; drop-in open-mic format welcomes players of all levels and listening audiences in a cozy barroom.

Late-night walk-up blues jam with gritty electric and acoustic guitar, harmonica, and singalong vocals; drop-in open-mic format welcomes players of all levels and listening audiences in a cozy barroom.
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Mountain rooted Appalachian folk and original singer songwriter songs featuring Donna Ray Norton's warm harmonies and acoustic arrangements. Expect intimate, community oriented performances in a cozy Black Mountain listening room.

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High-energy tribute sets honoring a beloved performer, featuring tight cover-band arrangements, singalong moments, and barroom intimacy, with a local backing band creating warm, nostalgic, rowdy evenings for fans.

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High-energy tribute sets honoring a beloved performer, featuring tight cover-band arrangements, singalong moments, and barroom intimacy, with a local backing band creating warm, nostalgic, rowdy evenings for fans.
Eight instructors deliver an evening of diverse instrumental performances in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts theater, spotlighting virtuosic teaching talent and community focused repertoire across small ensemble formats.
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Eight instructors deliver an evening of diverse instrumental performances in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts theater, spotlighting virtuosic teaching talent and community focused repertoire across small ensemble formats.

High-energy bluegrass sets by top WNC pickers, followed by an open jam at 9:30 PM where players and listeners mingle in a cozy downtown pub atmosphere.

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Laughs, acoustic sets, and spoken word poetry mingle in an intimate Asheville night, with local comedians, singers, and poets sharing short sets; signups and audience participation create a supportive, beginner friendly showcase vibe.
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Round robin reels, jigs, and slow airs fill a cozy taproom as local and visiting musicians trade tunes in a relaxed, participatory Irish trad session held twice monthly on second and fourth Wednesdays.

Round robin reels, jigs, and slow airs fill a cozy taproom as local and visiting musicians trade tunes in a relaxed, participatory Irish trad session held twice monthly on second and fourth Wednesdays.
Round robin reels, jigs, and slow airs fill a cozy taproom as local and visiting musicians trade tunes in a relaxed, participatory Irish trad session held twice monthly on second and fourth Wednesdays.

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Warm tenor sax leads a tight jazz trio through standards and originals in an intimate jazz club setting, emphasizing melodic improvisation, swinging rhythms, and conversational interplay between sax, upright bass, and drums.
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Warm taproom evenings of intimate acoustic singer songwriter sets and folk tinged originals paired with Highland Brewing's craft pours, inviting casual conversation and local music discovery in a friendly brewery setting.
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Lively acoustic pub session of Celtic fiddles, flutes, and bouzouki echoing Appalachian roots; free, drop-in gathering on the second and fourth Wednesdays where players and listeners trade tunes in true Irish pub fashion.

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High-energy party band delivering danceable covers and originals in One World Brewing's lively taproom; late-night showcase built for singalongs, crowd-pleasing hooks, and local craft beer.
High-energy party band delivering danceable covers and originals in One World Brewing's lively taproom; late-night showcase built for singalongs, crowd-pleasing hooks, and local craft beer.

Rotating sets from Asheville’s finest local talent deliver great energy and intimate jams, perfect for kicking back and listening in a low key hotel bar atmosphere.

Rotating sets from Asheville’s finest local talent deliver great energy and intimate jams, perfect for kicking back and listening in a low key hotel bar atmosphere.
Rotating sets from Asheville’s finest local talent deliver great energy and intimate jams, perfect for kicking back and listening in a low key hotel bar atmosphere.

Smooth late night jazz sets with a relaxed cocktail lounge vibe and an open jam in the second half; sip an Espresso Martini, enjoy $3 off bottles of red wine, or grab a $5 Guinness.

Smooth late night jazz sets with a relaxed cocktail lounge vibe and an open jam in the second half; sip an Espresso Martini, enjoy $3 off bottles of red wine, or grab a $5 Guinness.
Smooth late night jazz sets with a relaxed cocktail lounge vibe and an open jam in the second half; sip an Espresso Martini, enjoy $3 off bottles of red wine, or grab a $5 Guinness.

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Soulful roots and Americana from Alex Bazemore & Friends, intimate acoustic arrangements with warm vocals, guitar, and rich harmonies in a laid back French Broad taproom paired with fresh draft beer.
Soulful roots and Americana from Alex Bazemore & Friends, intimate acoustic arrangements with warm vocals, guitar, and rich harmonies in a laid back French Broad taproom paired with fresh draft beer.

Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.

Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.
Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.

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Rotating special guests host an open jam in Pisgah Brewing Co.'s taproom Sunday evenings, welcoming musicians of all levels for casual acoustic and electric sets in a relaxed, pint-friendly atmosphere.
Rotating special guests host an open jam in Pisgah Brewing Co.'s taproom Sunday evenings, welcoming musicians of all levels for casual acoustic and electric sets in a relaxed, pint-friendly atmosphere.