Sigal Music Museum’s current special exhibition, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred, highlights items from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, which hails from all over the world. Showing November 2023 – May 2024, Worlds Apart uses a diverse range of historical instruments, objects, and visuals to bring together musical narratives from seemingly disparate parts of the globe.

Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred aims to increase public access to historical instruments from around the world and improve visitors’ understanding of musical traditions at the global level. Expanding beyond the typical parameters of the Western musical canon, Worlds Apart seeks to expose audiences to musical instruments and customs that are often overlooked or exotified. The instruments and other exhibit materials will offer visitors new perspectives on global music and a chance to consider how music is used for prayer and leisure in cultures around the world. By celebrating these stories, the museum intends to further its mission to collect and preserve historical musical instruments, objects, and information, which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.

Displaying various objects from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred focuses on international musical instruments and cultures, celebrating rites and traditions with ancient histories and contemporary legacies. Frank Edwinn, a successful basso in the mid-20th century, studied and toured internationally, eventually settling in North Carolina, where he taught music at the University of North Carolina Asheville. Throughout his life, he purchased various objects from around the world, aiming to expose students, and himself, to the wide and wonderful world of musical instruments. This impressive collection occupies a unique position for educating audiences unfamiliar with the vast scope of global music.

And, UNCA’s Ramsey Library Special Collections is now processing the Edwinn’s papers and a few recordings that will be accessible next semester!

For more than 20 years, this beloved local holiday tradition has ushered in the winter season with a joyful infusion of performances by the best and brightest artists in our region. This year, the celebration welcomes the next generation of musicians to the stage to spread seasonal warmth, magic and cheer with Celtic, American-roots and world-influenced music, rousing dance and timeless stories — illuminating winter’s darkest day with wonder and peace.

The 2023 A Swannanoa Solstice features performances by:

-John Doyle
-John Goforth
-E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
-Jane Kramer
-Becky Stone
-Zoe & Cloyd

Get ready to embrace the spirit of Christmas with Elf: The Musical, a heartwarming and hilarious adaptation of the beloved 2003 holiday film. This enchanting musical follows the journey of Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole who embarks on a journey to New York City to find his real father. Through catchy, uplifting songs and zany comedic antics, Elf: The Musical serves a healthy dose of holiday cheer, laughter, and life lessons about identity, family, and the true meaning of Christmas. It’s a magical, festive spectacle guaranteed to light up the holiday season for all ages!

A talkback with the cast & crew of Elf: The Musical will be held following the performances on December 3rd and 10th.

Edvard Tchivzhel, conductor

You’ll be brimming with holiday cheer when you leave this annual seasonal celebration! Gather your family and friends for Greenville’s favorite Christmas spectacular, which always features your favorites combined with fresh, new themes. Whether you’re carrying on a yuletide tradition or feeling inspired to start a new one, this concert is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the holidays.

Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session 

Sundays

1 till who knows when?

Traditional Irish music is kept alive at Jack of the Wood with our unplugged Sunday session.

Jack of the Wood

95 Patton ave

Asheville, NC 28801

(828) 252.5445

http://www.jackofthewood.com/

Local musicians, Tom Hudgens and Andy John, will present a concert
of classical compositions.

Both artists began playing the Baroque Recorder at a young age.  Their careers have included
other instruments and styles of music, but they particularly enjoy introducing the recorder to
young and older students.
National Public Radio (NPR) has broadcast nationwide their selected arrangements of early
Christmas music using a variety of recorders and early percussion instruments.  In addition,
they have played for religious, commercial and private venues.
Hudgins, who lives in Hendersonville, recently teamed up with Ashevillian John to combine
their skills and repertoire.  They perform compositions by Handel, Bach, Beethoven, Mozart
and more, plus Broadway and film scores.
Handicapped accessibility and free parking are available.
For more information call the church office at 828-693-9783 or visit www.stjohnflatrock.org.

For more than 20 years, this beloved local holiday tradition has ushered in the winter season with a joyful infusion of performances by the best and brightest artists in our region. This year, the celebration welcomes the next generation of musicians to the stage to spread seasonal warmth, magic and cheer with Celtic, American-roots and world-influenced music, rousing dance and timeless stories — illuminating winter’s darkest day with wonder and peace.

The 2023 A Swannanoa Solstice features performances by:

-John Doyle
-John Goforth
-E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
-Jane Kramer
-Becky Stone
-Zoe & Cloyd

OLD GODS OF APPALACHIA PRESENTS FAMILY TRADITIONS: A LIVE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE

Ages 18+

FULLY SEATED SHOW

Come learn to play the ukulele with the Asheville Ukulele Society. Lessons are free, but space is limited. To register, sign up at the library front desk or call 828-250-4738.

Open to everyone elementary school-age & up. Parents of children ages 15 & under must attend with their children. Parents of teens are encouraged to come learn together!

Celebrate this holiday season with the celestial voices of Grammy-nominated multi-platinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman.

Featuring the all-female ensemble’s favorite Yuletide songs, this performance will enthrall audiences of all ages.

This is a rare opportunity to hear Celtic Woman’s angelic harmonies with the thrilling live sound of a full symphony orchestra in an intimate concert setting.

“Orchestral pop so lushly arranged that it all but sweeps you off your feet.”
– The Washington Post

Christmas in Ireland is all about hospitality. The visitor is greeted with the traditional “hundred thousand welcomes” and is offered the best seat in the house. Now we invite you to join in the festivities, as Tara’s lilting fiddle and the crystalline voices of Muirgen, Mairéad and newest member Emma melt your cares away.

From delicate traditional Irish carols to magnificent uplifting anthems, Celtic Woman has a wealth of seasonal music to gladden your heart. Hear stunning new arrangements of the classic Silent Night and the ancient Gaelic carol Dia do Bheatha. Enjoy the beautiful harmonies of Carol of the Bells. Sing along with fan favorites Sleigh Ride & Deck the Halls.

When shimmering strings and magnificent brass fanfares are fused with the tinkle of the Irish harp, the proud call of the bagpipes, and the beat of the bodhrán drum, you have a performance to remember. When Celtic Woman sings and plays for you, you have a performance you will never forget.

So, take your seat, and prepare for an enchanting and festive evening filled with holiday cheer.

Celtic Woman is the most successful all-female group in Irish history, with a legacy of 12 Billboard number ones, 10 million album sales & over 2 billion online streams to date. In 2024, Celtic Woman will celebrate an incredible 20 years.

Sigal Music Museum’s current special exhibition, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred, highlights items from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, which hails from all over the world. Showing November 2023 – May 2024, Worlds Apart uses a diverse range of historical instruments, objects, and visuals to bring together musical narratives from seemingly disparate parts of the globe.

 

Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred aims to increase public access to historical instruments from around the world and improve visitors’ understanding of musical traditions at the global level. Expanding beyond the typical parameters of the Western musical canon, Worlds Apart seeks to expose audiences to musical instruments and customs that are often overlooked or exotified. The instruments and other exhibit materials will offer visitors new perspectives on global music and a chance to consider how music is used for prayer and leisure in cultures around the world. By celebrating these stories, the museum intends to further its mission to collect and preserve historical musical instruments, objects, and information, which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.

 

Displaying various objects from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred focuses on international musical instruments and cultures, celebrating rites and traditions with ancient histories and contemporary legacies. Frank Edwinn, a successful basso in the mid-20th century, studied and toured internationally, eventually settling in North Carolina, where he taught music at the University of North Carolina Asheville. Throughout his life, he purchased various objects from around the world, aiming to expose students, and himself, to the wide and wonderful world of musical instruments. This impressive collection occupies a unique position for educating audiences unfamiliar with the vast scope of global music.

And, UNCA’s Ramsey Library Special Collections is now processing the Edwinn’s papers and a few recordings that will be accessible next semester!

LEAF isn’t just for kids! Join us in the Mezzanine while you wait for your youth to finish their class or just to hang out!

LeAnn Rimes stands as a global sensation, acclaimed for her multi-platinum record sales and ASCAP award-winning songwriting. With an astounding 48 million units sold worldwide, she’s earned 2 Grammy^® Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, and a string of other prestigious honors. At the age of 14, Rimes was awarded “Best New Artist,” making her the youngest solo artist to win a Grammy. A year later, she took home the “Artist of the Year” award at the Billboard Music Awards. 15 of Rimes’ singles have become top-10 hits throughout her career, with “How Do I Live” holding the #1 all-time spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 by a female artist.

In 2022, Rimes unveiled her 19^th album, god’s work, a remarkable compilation that featured collaborations with notable artists such as Ziggy Marley and Aloe Blacc. The album’s exceptional quality led to its inclusion at #9 on Variety‘s esteemed “Best Albums of 2022” list. She has also appeared in national shows such as LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, TODAY, CMT Crossroads, and The Masked Singer.

Beyond her musical accomplishments, Rimes passionately champions equality and mental health. Her dedication was acknowledged with the Ally of Equality Award from the Human Rights Campaign and the 2019 HOPE Award for Depression Advocacy. LeAnn’s influential voice extends to her podcast “Wholly Human” and her lifestyle blog, “Soul of EverLe,” both of which provide impactful platforms for fostering awareness and empowerment. These endeavors have garnered recognition from trusted sources, including a mention in Good Housekeeping‘s list of top mental health podcasts.

Sigal Music Museum’s current special exhibition, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred, highlights items from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, which hails from all over the world. Showing November 2023 – May 2024, Worlds Apart uses a diverse range of historical instruments, objects, and visuals to bring together musical narratives from seemingly disparate parts of the globe.

 

Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred aims to increase public access to historical instruments from around the world and improve visitors’ understanding of musical traditions at the global level. Expanding beyond the typical parameters of the Western musical canon, Worlds Apart seeks to expose audiences to musical instruments and customs that are often overlooked or exotified. The instruments and other exhibit materials will offer visitors new perspectives on global music and a chance to consider how music is used for prayer and leisure in cultures around the world. By celebrating these stories, the museum intends to further its mission to collect and preserve historical musical instruments, objects, and information, which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.

 

Displaying various objects from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred focuses on international musical instruments and cultures, celebrating rites and traditions with ancient histories and contemporary legacies. Frank Edwinn, a successful basso in the mid-20th century, studied and toured internationally, eventually settling in North Carolina, where he taught music at the University of North Carolina Asheville. Throughout his life, he purchased various objects from around the world, aiming to expose students, and himself, to the wide and wonderful world of musical instruments. This impressive collection occupies a unique position for educating audiences unfamiliar with the vast scope of global music.

And, UNCA’s Ramsey Library Special Collections is now processing the Edwinn’s papers and a few recordings that will be accessible next semester!

Join Oklawaha Brewing Company for a weekly mountain music JAM with players
in a round, where the session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs, You are welcome to come and listen or to learn and join
in, This event supports the Henderson County Junior Appalachian Musician (JAM) Kids Program, Free but donations are accepted,
Weekly event takes place at Oklawaha Brewing Company, Hendersonville,, facebook.com/OklawahaBrewing

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Discover the
Joy of
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and you will get good at this.

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You speak
Every meeting
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So come join us at the South Buncombe Library on Wednesday evenings and prepare to become a better you.

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Guests are always welcome. We look forward to speaking with you!

Sigal Music Museum’s current special exhibition, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred, highlights items from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, which hails from all over the world. Showing November 2023 – May 2024, Worlds Apart uses a diverse range of historical instruments, objects, and visuals to bring together musical narratives from seemingly disparate parts of the globe.

 

Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred aims to increase public access to historical instruments from around the world and improve visitors’ understanding of musical traditions at the global level. Expanding beyond the typical parameters of the Western musical canon, Worlds Apart seeks to expose audiences to musical instruments and customs that are often overlooked or exotified. The instruments and other exhibit materials will offer visitors new perspectives on global music and a chance to consider how music is used for prayer and leisure in cultures around the world. By celebrating these stories, the museum intends to further its mission to collect and preserve historical musical instruments, objects, and information, which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.

 

Displaying various objects from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred focuses on international musical instruments and cultures, celebrating rites and traditions with ancient histories and contemporary legacies. Frank Edwinn, a successful basso in the mid-20th century, studied and toured internationally, eventually settling in North Carolina, where he taught music at the University of North Carolina Asheville. Throughout his life, he purchased various objects from around the world, aiming to expose students, and himself, to the wide and wonderful world of musical instruments. This impressive collection occupies a unique position for educating audiences unfamiliar with the vast scope of global music.

And, UNCA’s Ramsey Library Special Collections is now processing the Edwinn’s papers and a few recordings that will be accessible next semester!