URSA Open Session & Jazz Jam: A Very URSA Christmas
Seasonal jazz standards unfold during an open orchestra rehearsal, followed by a participatory jam where musicians can sit in. Expect festive favorites, from “Skating” to “Winter Wonderland.”
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An open rehearsal by the Constellation Orchestra leads into an inclusive jazz jam, where local musicians can sit in for spontaneous standards, improvisation, and collaborative music-making.
An open rehearsal by the Constellation Orchestra leads into an inclusive jazz jam, where local musicians can sit in for spontaneous standards, improvisation, and collaborative music-making.
An open rehearsal by the Constellation Orchestra leads into an inclusive jazz jam, where local musicians can sit in for spontaneous standards, improvisation, and collaborative music-making.
Swinging holiday standards and classic Christmas tunes fill the room with rich brass harmonies, as vocalist Wendy Jones and a full big band create a festive seasonal jazz celebration.
Swinging holiday standards and classic Christmas tunes fill the room with rich brass harmonies, as vocalist Wendy Jones and a full big band create a festive seasonal jazz celebration.
Swinging holiday standards and classic Christmas tunes fill the room with rich brass harmonies, as vocalist Wendy Jones and a full big band create a festive seasonal jazz celebration.
Swinging rhythms and spontaneous improvisation shape a collaborative jazz jam led by Bill Bares, bringing musicians and listeners together for an intimate night of live jazz in Black Mountain.
Swinging rhythms and spontaneous improvisation shape a collaborative jazz jam led by Bill Bares, bringing musicians and listeners together for an intimate night of live jazz in Black Mountain.
Swinging rhythms and spontaneous improvisation shape a collaborative jazz jam led by Bill Bares, bringing musicians and listeners together for an intimate night of live jazz in Black Mountain.
Smoky vocals and blues-infused guitar carry heartfelt songs blending Americana soul, rock, and indie folk. A festive performance pairs personal storytelling with a full band and special guests.
Smoky vocals and blues-infused guitar carry heartfelt songs blending Americana soul, rock, and indie folk. A festive performance pairs personal storytelling with a full band and special guests.
Smoky vocals and blues-infused guitar carry heartfelt songs blending Americana soul, rock, and indie folk. A festive performance pairs personal storytelling with a full band and special guests.
A roots-focused blues gathering moves from a stripped-back, front-porch acoustic circle into an amplified stage jam, inviting musicians and listeners to share raw, traditional sounds and community connection.
A roots-focused blues gathering moves from a stripped-back, front-porch acoustic circle into an amplified stage jam, inviting musicians and listeners to share raw, traditional sounds and community connection.
A roots-focused blues gathering moves from a stripped-back, front-porch acoustic circle into an amplified stage jam, inviting musicians and listeners to share raw, traditional sounds and community connection.
A participatory bluegrass jam anchored by the Jacktown Ramblers sound—driving banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight three part harmonies. Pickers and listeners gather for an informal, community minded late night session.
A participatory bluegrass jam anchored by the Jacktown Ramblers sound—driving banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight three part harmonies. Pickers and listeners gather for an informal, community minded late night session.
A participatory bluegrass jam anchored by the Jacktown Ramblers sound—driving banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight three part harmonies. Pickers and listeners gather for an informal, community minded late night session.
Irish Session
MoreTraditional Irish session tunes create a convivial pub atmosphere, with musicians gathering for lively acoustic playing and listeners settling in for an informal evening of Celtic music and community.
Traditional Irish session tunes create a convivial pub atmosphere, with musicians gathering for lively acoustic playing and listeners settling in for an informal evening of Celtic music and community.
Traditional Irish session tunes create a convivial pub atmosphere, with musicians gathering for lively acoustic playing and listeners settling in for an informal evening of Celtic music and community.
Virtuosic four-hand piano brings holiday classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “Jingle Bells” to life, alongside selections from “The Nutcracker” and “The Blue Danube Waltz,” plus mezzo-soprano vocals.
Virtuosic four-hand piano brings holiday classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “Jingle Bells” to life, alongside selections from “The Nutcracker” and “The Blue Danube Waltz,” plus mezzo-soprano vocals.
Virtuosic four-hand piano brings holiday classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “Jingle Bells” to life, alongside selections from “The Nutcracker” and “The Blue Danube Waltz,” plus mezzo-soprano vocals.
Student ensembles bring a semester of practice to the stage with energetic performances spanning rock, folk, jazz, and percussion. A spirited showcase of emerging musicians and diverse sounds.
Student ensembles bring a semester of practice to the stage with energetic performances spanning rock, folk, jazz, and percussion. A spirited showcase of emerging musicians and diverse sounds.
Student ensembles bring a semester of practice to the stage with energetic performances spanning rock, folk, jazz, and percussion. A spirited showcase of emerging musicians and diverse sounds.
Late-night, award-winning open mic with a rotating mix of singer songwriters, acoustic covers, and spoken word in an intimate listening-room setting. Expect a supportive crowd, quick set changes, and plenty of local WNC talent.
Late-night, award-winning open mic with a rotating mix of singer songwriters, acoustic covers, and spoken word in an intimate listening-room setting. Expect a supportive crowd, quick set changes, and plenty of local WNC talent.
Late-night, award-winning open mic with a rotating mix of singer songwriters, acoustic covers, and spoken word in an intimate listening-room setting. Expect a supportive crowd, quick set changes, and plenty of local WNC talent.
A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.
A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.
A high-voltage electric ensemble brings a bold, soulful edge to an intimate mountain music room, with choir-sized harmonies and a spirited live-band atmosphere for an evening of amplified performance.
Open Mic
MoreA rotating lineup of up and coming performers takes the stage for tight 15 minute sets (or three songs), making for a fast paced, variety packed night. Expect anything from acoustic originals to cover tunes in an intimate listening room atmosphere.
A rotating lineup of up and coming performers takes the stage for tight 15 minute sets (or three songs), making for a fast paced, variety packed night. Expect anything from acoustic originals to cover tunes in an intimate listening room atmosphere.
A rotating lineup of up and coming performers takes the stage for tight 15 minute sets (or three songs), making for a fast paced, variety packed night. Expect anything from acoustic originals to cover tunes in an intimate listening room atmosphere.
Browse a festive Christmas market for seasonal gifts and holiday finds in a community shopping setting. A cheerful stop for discovering local vendors and adding a little Christmas spirit to the season.
Browse a festive Christmas market for seasonal gifts and holiday finds in a community shopping setting. A cheerful stop for discovering local vendors and adding a little Christmas spirit to the season.
Browse a festive Christmas market for seasonal gifts and holiday finds in a community shopping setting. A cheerful stop for discovering local vendors and adding a little Christmas spirit to the season.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
Acoustic bluegrass brings a festive Christmas sound to this one-hour holiday concert, part of a library noon series devoted to engaging performances, ideas, and discovery.
MAMA
MoreAn intimate listening-room concert centers on MAMA, creating a close-up live performance atmosphere for music fans seeking a night out in Black Mountain.
An intimate listening-room concert centers on MAMA, creating a close-up live performance atmosphere for music fans seeking a night out in Black Mountain.
An intimate listening-room concert centers on MAMA, creating a close-up live performance atmosphere for music fans seeking a night out in Black Mountain.
Late-night Americana and bluegrass-driven rhythms in an intimate listening room setting, built for toe-tapping and easy singalongs. Expect a warm, rootsy vibe with plenty of room to settle in or sway near the stage.
Late-night Americana and bluegrass-driven rhythms in an intimate listening room setting, built for toe-tapping and easy singalongs. Expect a warm, rootsy vibe with plenty of room to settle in or sway near the stage.
Late-night Americana and bluegrass-driven rhythms in an intimate listening room setting, built for toe-tapping and easy singalongs. Expect a warm, rootsy vibe with plenty of room to settle in or sway near the stage.
Appalachian holiday tunes and story-rich songs fill the arts center with acoustic guitar strumming and warm, family-friendly Christmas cheer. A late-evening seasonal concert built for kids and adults to enjoy together.
Appalachian holiday tunes and story-rich songs fill the arts center with acoustic guitar strumming and warm, family-friendly Christmas cheer. A late-evening seasonal concert built for kids and adults to enjoy together.
Appalachian holiday tunes and story-rich songs fill the arts center with acoustic guitar strumming and warm, family-friendly Christmas cheer. A late-evening seasonal concert built for kids and adults to enjoy together.
A festive round of holiday-themed bingo brings players together for a relaxed, social game night in Black Mountain. Expect seasonal cheer and the playful suspense of Sneaky Santa.
A festive round of holiday-themed bingo brings players together for a relaxed, social game night in Black Mountain. Expect seasonal cheer and the playful suspense of Sneaky Santa.
A festive round of holiday-themed bingo brings players together for a relaxed, social game night in Black Mountain. Expect seasonal cheer and the playful suspense of Sneaky Santa.
Classic country shaped by Appalachian string music, gospel, and honky-tonk traditions meets energetic bluegrass, folk, rock, and Americana. Expect rootsy melodies and spirited mountain sounds from local musicians.
Classic country shaped by Appalachian string music, gospel, and honky-tonk traditions meets energetic bluegrass, folk, rock, and Americana. Expect rootsy melodies and spirited mountain sounds from local musicians.
Classic country shaped by Appalachian string music, gospel, and honky-tonk traditions meets energetic bluegrass, folk, rock, and Americana. Expect rootsy melodies and spirited mountain sounds from local musicians.
Electric instruments and a house-band kickoff set the groove before musicians are invited to plug in and join a relaxed, collaborative jam session in Brevard.
Electric instruments and a house-band kickoff set the groove before musicians are invited to plug in and join a relaxed, collaborative jam session in Brevard.
Electric instruments and a house-band kickoff set the groove before musicians are invited to plug in and join a relaxed, collaborative jam session in Brevard.