Through a variety of eclectic projects, Meghan Mulhearn explores the versatility of the violin.

Asheville’s winters inspired Xambuca’s trilogy of arctic-based concept albums. Come in from the late-May heat tonight, when Xambuca plays The Apothecary with Thomas Dimuzio, Mark Hosler and Bank of Christ. Doors at 9 p.m.

It’s hard to talk about Melissa James Gibson’s This, mainly because the title is tricky, and the subject matter is prickly. Not that the play doesn’t deserve buzz — reviews use words like “tart” and phrases such as “melancholy comedy” and “quirky cult appeal.” There’s emotional depth and sparkling dialogue. “There’s one scene in particular […]

According to the production credits, “26 Minutes” was created almost entirely on violin. Apart from guitar and bass parts, every other sound featured in the piece — the band Divine Circles’ contribution to a recently released split cassette with Villages — was created by Meghan Mulhearn, using only the small stringed instrument known best for […]

As mountain towns go, Asheville is far from the coldest. In January, the city’s most frigid month, the highs hover around 47 degrees, with average lows of about 28. Invest in some sweaters and a few heavy coats, and you’re good to go. But for Chandra Shukla, who moved to Asheville from San Francisco five […]

A small, cement-floored gallery just off the waterfront in downtown Hudson, N.Y., is currently showing work from an all-female, all-Asheville roster of artists. Les Demoiselles d’Asheville, curated by Asheville artist Connie Bostic, adds to the growing number of homegrown exhibitions traveling outside of WNC. The exhibition features letterpress works from Bridget Elmer, collages from Nicole […]

The Full Schedule “Boys Night Out” May 24 with Russ Wilson, Harry Shultz and Jesse Earl Jr. — vocals, Nathan Hefner — piano and vocals, Zack Page — bass, and Rick Dilling — drums. "Love, Lies and Liaisons" June 28 with Wendy Jones – vocals, Michael Jefry Stevens – piano, Jack Page – bass, Rick […]