Press release Asheville Symphony presents a masterclass with violinist Elena Urioste Photo by Alessandra Tinozzi. The Asheville Symphony will present a masterclass with Sphinx competition winner and BBC New Generation artist, violinist Elena Urioste. Friday February 7th, 4:00pm Reuter Center on the campus of UNC Asheville Ms. Urioste will work with three up and coming […]
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The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives
Press release The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives Michelle Moog-Koussa, executive director of the Bob Moog Foundation™ (BMF) and daughter of inventor Bob Moog, today announced additions to the Asheville-based foundation’s archives including over 1,000 schematic drawings from 1965 to 1985; several rare prototypes, including a Moog Apollo synthesizer (the Apollo became […]
Sound Track web extra: The Low Counts at Jack of the Wood
The drum-and-guitar duo from Statesville played a blistering, window-fogging, dance-floor-quaking set in Asheville last weekend.
Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more
Press release Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more Image from billboard.com. Pet Shop Boys, M.I.A., Flying Lotus, and Dillon Francis Join Moogfest 2014 Music Headliners Kraftwerk 3-D and CHIC Featuring Nile Rogers. Nick Zinner, Dan Deacon, Bradford Cox, and David X. Cohen Join Laurie Anderson and Giorgio Moroder as Moogfest Daytime Presenters. […]
ABA Winter Institute 2015 will be held in Asheville
At last week’s annual bookseller event in Seattle, American Booksellers Association announced it will celebrate Winter Institute 2015 in WNC. Photo from ABA’s Facebook page.
Buncombe County libraries offer tax assistance
Press release Buncombe County libraries offer tax assistance Tax Assistance at the Libraries 2014 Begins February 1, 2014 Various Libraries AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, in cooperation with the IRS, N.C. Dept. of Revenue, Council on Aging and Buncombe County Public Libraries is offering free tax preparations for taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention […]
HART stages Tony Award winning drama “Other Desert Cities” beginning January 31
Press release HART stages Tony Award winning drama “Other Desert Cities” beginning January 31 HART’s Winter Studio Season continues with the Tony Award winning drama “Other Desert Cities” beginning January 31, and running potentially through February 9. The show premiered at Lincoln Center in January 2011 staring Stockard Channing and Linda Lavin and Stacey Keach. […]
Afternoon of Baroque music, held at The Congregation Beth Israel on Feb. 2
Press release Afternoon of Baroque music, held at The Congregation Beth Israel on Feb. 2 EVENT: A Glimpse of Baroque: An Afternoon of Music on Authentic Instruments February 2, 2014, 2:00 p.m. Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804 Tickets: $18 reserved; $22 at door; Students: $12 Phone: 828-252-8660; Email: admin@bethisraelnc.org When music […]
“In Public,” curated by Frank Meadows, opens Feb. 7 at Asheville Area Arts Council
Press release “In Public,” curated by Frank Meadows, opens Feb. 7 at Asheville Area Arts Council The Asheville Area Arts Council Gallery will host In Public curated by Frank Meadows February 7th through March 8th as part of our continued “Point of View” exhibition program. In Public exhibits new works by young local artists across […]
Sound Track web extra: The Paris Thieves
The folk-rock band from Shelby recently released its self-titled debut. The Paris Thieves perform at The Pulp on Wednesday, Jan. 29.
The 2014 Randall Jarrell Poetry Competition is open for submissions
Press release The 2014 Randall Jarrell Poetry Competition is open for submissions The 2014 Randall Jarrell Poetry Competition is now open for submissions. This contest awards the first-place winner $200 and publication in storySouth. The 2014 Randall Jarrell Competition is open to any writer who is a legal resident of North Carolina or a member […]
Kent Paulette exhibits paintings at Pisgah Brewing
Press release Kent Paulette exhibits paintings at Pisgah Brewing Pisgah Brewing Company is currently exhibiting the works of Kent Paulette. Paulette uses uninhibited, energetic brush strokes and knife marks to create paintings with thick icing-like textures. Paulette finds his inspiration from the nature that surrounds him where he lives near Boone, NC. On the weekends, […]
Keeping it together
The Whiskey Gentry, a roots collective from Atlanta, opened for Donna the Buffalo at The Orange Peel last weekend. In advance of that show they met with Xpress in the venue’s pizza room. Click through for a video interview and exclusive performance.
Youth OUTright announces February programs
Press release Youth OUTright announces February programs Don’t miss Youth OUTright’s great lineup of programs in February. Programs are held every Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in downtown Asheville. Plus, YO’s monthly expressive arts program is happening WEEKLY on Thursdays in 2014! From 5-6:30 pm at […]
Megan Shepherd releases a sequel to “The Madman’s Daughter,” launch party on Jan. 28
Press release Megan Shepherd releases a sequel to “The Madman’s Daughter,” launch party on Jan. 28 Megan Hansen Shepherd, originally from Brevard and now living in Asheville, announces the publication of her second Young Adult novel, HER DARK CURIOSITY. A party to celebrate the book’s publication will be held at Highland Books in Brevard on […]
Asheville Symphony announces spring concerts
Press release Asheville Symphony announces spring concerts The Asheville Symphony moves into the spring half of the season with four great concerts coming up. February heats up with Golijov’s tribute to tango giant Astor Piazzolla. Guest artist Elena Urioste, who is as comfortable on violin as she is practicing Bikram yoga atop a waterfall (check […]
Rotary Club of Asheville hosts “Casino Rotary Royale” benefit on Jan. 25
Press release Rotary Club of Asheville hosts “Casino Rotary Royale” benefit on Jan. 25 The Rotary Club of Asheville is in its 99th year, counting down the days to 100. The “Casino Rotary Royale: Live and Let Bid” event will raise awareness of the club’s upcoming centennial year while holding its own as the current […]
The Vanishing Wheelchair celebrates one year of magic on Feb. 8
Press release The Vanishing Wheelchair celebrates one year of magic on Feb. 8 Join the magician founders of The Vanishing Wheelchair to celebrate with new friends and old as they produce the first anniversary show of “Magic, Mirth & Meaning” at St. Mary’s Church at 337 Charlotte Street on February 8. The show is a […]
One-man play, “R. Buckminster Fuller: THE HISTORY (and Mystery) OF THE UNIVERSE” on Feb. 1
Press release One-man play, “R. Buckminster Fuller: THE HISTORY (and Mystery) OF THE UNIVERSE” on Feb. 1 R. Buckminster Fuller: THE HISTORY (and Mystery) OF THE UNIVERSE by D. W. JACOBS from the life, work and writings of R. Buckminster Fuller The Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center in downtown Asheville presents the one-man […]
Vikesh Kapoor headlines The Mothlight on Feb. 5
Press release Vikesh Kapoor headlines The Mothlight on Feb. 5 Vikesh Kapoor Announces US Tour Dates w/ Eleni Mandel After releasing his critically-acclaimed debut The Ballad Of Willy Robbins last fall and touring with BRONCHO, Saintseneca, and The Melodic, Portland-based songwriter Vikesh Kapoor will head back out on the road this month, playing at Seattle’s […]
Christine Dougherty holds an art opening and reception, Feb. 1
Press release Christine Dougherty holds an art opening and reception, Feb. 1 Art Opening and Reception for Asheville Artist Christine Dougherty on Saturday, February 1, from 6 to 8pm at Metro Wines, 169 Charlotte Street in Asheville. There is no charge for admission. The exhibition is called “Points of View” focusing on landscapes, consisting of […]