Barbara Francois’ bold and colorful paintings are inspired by Australian Aboriginal Dot Art and are akin to tactile woven fibers while Montagne Handwoven and Lyn Sterling Montagne’s linen fiber tapestries reflect an
artisanal kinship to a painted work of art.
Adult students receive 1 hour of group instruction weekly. Darren Nicholson from Balsam Range will guest teach classes one week! Adult registration includes attendance to all PacJAM youth guest artist sessions, occurring from 4:30-5:15 on April 12 (Kenya Choir, pending), April 26 (TBA), & May 18th (Darren Nicholson).
Known as the “high priests of brass,” the American Brass Quintet has performed around the world and across the United States at many prestigious venues. Known for playing a wide range of music, they are accomplished in early, classical, and contemporary compositions. They play with assurance, technical prowess, and bravura.
TFAC's popular event, Chase Away the Blues, on Saturday, May 6 will feature Grammy nominated, multi-instrumentalist Jontavious Willis. Willis headlines the Veh Stage with an acoustic blues prowess and voice that captures the heart and soul of the blues with an unwavering nod to its Delta roots. The high-octane evening continues with Slide Gas Can guitarist and legendary bluesman Mac Arnold & Plate Full 'O Blues follow Willis on the Veh stage. The Shane Pruitt Band featuring JIm Peterman will open the evening at 6 PM. The VIP Blues Lounge opens at 5:30 PM with live music open bar and food provided by Tryon Resort in the Pavilion. All are sure to get your feet stomping and your body swaying!
5:30 PM Pre-Party
7:00 PM Film Screening
The classic movie, Oceans 11 wraps up the Capers & Heists Film Series bringing a casino and Rat Pack fun to the Tryon Fine Arts Center Lobby on Tuesday, May 9. The evening will begin with a party of food and drink appropriate to the movie genre. Prizes will be awarded to the best costumed pair.
Based out of Asheville, NC, Fancy and the Gentlemen brings an eclectic mix of honky tonk, blues, southern gothic, rock, and classical roots to this americana band. Sensitive and rich harmonies weave through the tapestry of original compositions and carefully curated covers that celebrate the roots of American southern music. Fancy Marie, Katie Leigh, and Craig Kellberg enjoy performing as a full groove-infused band, while staying true to the core that is the artistry that is the songwriting trio. The concert begins at 6:30 PM. Delicious food options by Mountain View BBQ & Deli Food Truck and beer, wine and beverages will be available for purchase. Series sponsored by Plume Family Foundation, Kirby Endowment at Polk County Community Foundation & WTZQ.
Come support the Tryon History Museum while enjoying an evening of fun and laughter. The evening will kick off at 6 pm with hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar before the show. Don’t miss out on this amazing night. Proceeds go to support the History Museum move to Trade Street!
You can catch Darren almost every week sharing the music he loves somewhere, traveling both nationally and internationally - as a solo artist, with his own Darren Nicholson Band, or in collaboration with other musicians. With new music on the way, Darren is booking now for the 2023 season and beyond. The concert begins at 6:30 PM. Delicious food options by Mountain View BBQ & Deli Food Truck and beer, wine and beverages will be available for purchase. Series sponsored by Plume Family Foundation, Kirby Endowment at Polk County Community Foundation & WTZQ. Event sponsored by WNCW.
Just a few small town boys trying to live a dream playing a variety of southern rock/country. Doors open at 6pm. Show begins at 7pm.
An immersive evening of performance and visual art from a personal and global perspective, reflecting the time we all shared during 2020-2021.
Christian Lopez is not merely riding the wave of Americana Music, the West Virginia native is bending it to its knees. With the will of his voice and the stomp of a steady beat, Christian Lopez is pioneering his own brand of Alt. Folk Country Rock. The concert begins at 6:30 PM. Delicious food options by Mountain View BBQ & Deli Food Truck and beer, wine and beverages will be available for purchase. Series sponsored by Plume Family Foundation, Kirby Endowment at Polk County Community Foundation & WTZQ.
Queen Bee and the Honeylovers is a dance band that performs classic swing, blues and Latin music. They have been voted best in Jazz 2020/21/22 in the Mountain Xpress “Best Of” poll. Their debut album, 'Asheville', celebrated their hometown's history and won them #41 on WNCW's listener-voted poll of Best Albums of 2019 as well as features on The State of Things with Frank Stasio and PBS Woodsongs. Their video for "Beacham's Curve" won Best Soundtrack at the 2019 Music Video Asheville Awards. The concert begins at 6:30 PM. Delicious food options by Mountain View BBQ & Deli Food Truck and beer, wine and beverages will be available for purchase. Series sponsored by Plume Family Foundation, Kirby Endowment at Polk County Community Foundation & WTZQ. Event sponsored by WNCW.