Swing Dance with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra
High energy big band swing from the Asheville Jazz Orchestra invites social dancing on the White Horse Black Mountain floor, with horn driven arrangements, dancing couples, and classic swing standards for improvised partner steps.
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Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.

Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.
Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.

Partner focused beginner ballroom lessons teaching basic frame, footwork, leading and following across waltz, foxtrot, and swing in a supportive arts studio over four weekly sessions for new dancers.

Partner focused beginner ballroom lessons teaching basic frame, footwork, leading and following across waltz, foxtrot, and swing in a supportive arts studio over four weekly sessions for new dancers.
Partner focused beginner ballroom lessons teaching basic frame, footwork, leading and following across waltz, foxtrot, and swing in a supportive arts studio over four weekly sessions for new dancers.

Spotlight on outstanding regional vocalists and unca faculty jazz artists backed by tight small ensembles, with guest soloists delivering intimate vocal jazz arrangements and improvisational interplay.

Spotlight on outstanding regional vocalists and unca faculty jazz artists backed by tight small ensembles, with guest soloists delivering intimate vocal jazz arrangements and improvisational interplay.
Spotlight on outstanding regional vocalists and unca faculty jazz artists backed by tight small ensembles, with guest soloists delivering intimate vocal jazz arrangements and improvisational interplay.

Gritty, communal blues jam with electric guitar, harmonica, and shuffle grooves in a cozy Black Mountain tavern; walk up musicians and audiences share rotating sets, from beginners learning licks to seasoned soloists trading riffs.

Gritty, communal blues jam with electric guitar, harmonica, and shuffle grooves in a cozy Black Mountain tavern; walk up musicians and audiences share rotating sets, from beginners learning licks to seasoned soloists trading riffs.
Gritty, communal blues jam with electric guitar, harmonica, and shuffle grooves in a cozy Black Mountain tavern; walk up musicians and audiences share rotating sets, from beginners learning licks to seasoned soloists trading riffs.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.
Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.
Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.

Rowdy, dance friendly Celtic sets of jigs, reels, and ballads bring traditional Irish tunes to an intimate tavern setting, ideal for foot-stomping, singalongs, and ceilidh style dancing.

Rowdy, dance friendly Celtic sets of jigs, reels, and ballads bring traditional Irish tunes to an intimate tavern setting, ideal for foot-stomping, singalongs, and ceilidh style dancing.
Rowdy, dance friendly Celtic sets of jigs, reels, and ballads bring traditional Irish tunes to an intimate tavern setting, ideal for foot-stomping, singalongs, and ceilidh style dancing.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.

Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.

Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.
Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.

High energy bluegrass sets steeped in Appalachian tradition, driven by banjo, fiddle, and tight string band harmonies. Expect toe-tapping rhythms and a warm, intimate Black Mountain taproom atmosphere.

High energy bluegrass sets steeped in Appalachian tradition, driven by banjo, fiddle, and tight string band harmonies. Expect toe-tapping rhythms and a warm, intimate Black Mountain taproom atmosphere.
High energy bluegrass sets steeped in Appalachian tradition, driven by banjo, fiddle, and tight string band harmonies. Expect toe-tapping rhythms and a warm, intimate Black Mountain taproom atmosphere.
Loose, late night blues jam emphasizing gritty electric guitar, harmonica, and slide licks; drop in musicians and listeners mingle in a relaxed tavern setting for spontaneous covers, improvisation, and community driven groove.
Loose, late night blues jam emphasizing gritty electric guitar, harmonica, and slide licks; drop in musicians and listeners mingle in a relaxed tavern setting for spontaneous covers, improvisation, and community driven groove.
Loose, late night blues jam emphasizing gritty electric guitar, harmonica, and slide licks; drop in musicians and listeners mingle in a relaxed tavern setting for spontaneous covers, improvisation, and community driven groove.

Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.

Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.
Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.

Lilting Appalachian folk and singer songwriter tunes driven by warm fingerpicked guitar, harmony vocals, and rootsy storytelling. Audience gathers in a cozy listening room for close up acoustic performances and communal low lit evenings.

Lilting Appalachian folk and singer songwriter tunes driven by warm fingerpicked guitar, harmony vocals, and rootsy storytelling. Audience gathers in a cozy listening room for close up acoustic performances and communal low lit evenings.
Lilting Appalachian folk and singer songwriter tunes driven by warm fingerpicked guitar, harmony vocals, and rootsy storytelling. Audience gathers in a cozy listening room for close up acoustic performances and communal low lit evenings.

Round-robin of jigs, reels, and hornpipes led by fiddles, tin whistles, bodhrán, and acoustic guitar in a cozy pub room; drop in musicians and listeners encouraged for informal communal Irish tunes.

Round-robin of jigs, reels, and hornpipes led by fiddles, tin whistles, bodhrán, and acoustic guitar in a cozy pub room; drop in musicians and listeners encouraged for informal communal Irish tunes.
Round-robin of jigs, reels, and hornpipes led by fiddles, tin whistles, bodhrán, and acoustic guitar in a cozy pub room; drop in musicians and listeners encouraged for informal communal Irish tunes.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.

Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.

Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.
Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.

Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.

Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.
Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.

Intimate evening of Appalachian rooted folk and original songwriting with warm vocal harmonies and acoustic guitar, inviting close listening audience connection in a cozy small stage listening room.

Intimate evening of Appalachian rooted folk and original songwriting with warm vocal harmonies and acoustic guitar, inviting close listening audience connection in a cozy small stage listening room.
Intimate evening of Appalachian rooted folk and original songwriting with warm vocal harmonies and acoustic guitar, inviting close listening audience connection in a cozy small stage listening room.

Pulsing salsa and bachata rhythms transform a brewery taproom into a partner friendly social dance night with craft beers and lively Latin music, ideal for dancing, socializing, and energetic nightlife in West Asheville.

Pulsing salsa and bachata rhythms transform a brewery taproom into a partner friendly social dance night with craft beers and lively Latin music, ideal for dancing, socializing, and energetic nightlife in West Asheville.
Pulsing salsa and bachata rhythms transform a brewery taproom into a partner friendly social dance night with craft beers and lively Latin music, ideal for dancing, socializing, and energetic nightlife in West Asheville.

Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).

Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).
Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).