
Traditional Irish Music Session
Traditional Irish tunes and Celtic-leaning folk standards ring out in an intimate pub session led by musicians from across Western North Carolina and beyond. Expect lively reels, jigs, and a convivial, drop-in listening atmosphere.
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Celtic-leaning traditional Irish tunes fill a downtown pub as skilled players from across Western North Carolina trade jigs, reels, and slow airs. A casual session vibe invites listening, toe-tapping, and community connection.

Celtic-leaning traditional Irish tunes fill a downtown pub as skilled players from across Western North Carolina trade jigs, reels, and slow airs. A casual session vibe invites listening, toe-tapping, and community connection.
Celtic-leaning traditional Irish tunes fill a downtown pub as skilled players from across Western North Carolina trade jigs, reels, and slow airs. A casual session vibe invites listening, toe-tapping, and community connection.

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Traditional Irish and Celtic tunes spill from a rotating circle of WNC musicians jamming on the pub stage, blending fiddles, whistles, and driving rhythm into a lively Sunday session. Best paired with a pint or an afternoon Irish coffee in the classic English Irish pub atmosphere downtown.
Traditional Irish and Celtic tunes spill from a rotating circle of WNC musicians jamming on the pub stage, blending fiddles, whistles, and driving rhythm into a lively Sunday session. Best paired with a pint or an afternoon Irish coffee in the classic English Irish pub atmosphere downtown.

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Unplugged bluegrass jam night brings fiddles, banjos, guitars, and tight harmony singalongs in a craft brewery taproom, moving to the patio on fair-weather evenings. Bring an instrument or listen in; all skill levels welcome.

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Old-time Appalachian acoustic jam fills the room with fiddle, banjo, and guitar, welcoming both listeners and pickers into a casual circle. Tips support the Transylvania Junior Appalachian Musicians program and regional music education.
Old-time Appalachian acoustic jam fills the room with fiddle, banjo, and guitar, welcoming both listeners and pickers into a casual circle. Tips support the Transylvania Junior Appalachian Musicians program and regional music education.

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Late-night bluegrass jam with fast flatpicking, tight harmonies, and plenty of room for musicians to trade breaks. A casual, community-minded gathering in an intimate listening room for pickers and fans alike.
Late-night bluegrass jam with fast flatpicking, tight harmonies, and plenty of room for musicians to trade breaks. A casual, community-minded gathering in an intimate listening room for pickers and fans alike.