Events in Mitchell and Yancey
(and other nearby venues)
Contact ron at events@rlgreene.net to join this list or to post a live performance event. Some of the information in this list has been compiled by Deb Louis.
Wednesday, February 19
• Open Mic, 6:00p-9:00p. Appalachian Hat Company & The Mad Hatter Tavern, Oak St (aka Upper St), Spruce Pine. “Sign-ups starting at 5:30. Performers will have 15 min. (or 3 songs) each. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged so come on out! Hopefully, with enough interest, we’ll be able to make this a regular thing!”
Thursday, February 20
• Andy Buckner (southern soul), 6:00p-8:00p. City Drive-In, 670 Oak St, Spruce Pine, 828-765-4480.
Saturday, February 22
• Micaville Jam, 10:00a-12:30p. Fellowship Hall, 1st Presbyterian Church of Burnsville, Church Street. An eclectic jam/song circle that welcomes all skill levels.
• ???, 7:00p-9:00p. The Dispensary and Upper Club, 271 Oak Avenue, Spruce Pine, 828-765-0050. Terry McKinney, Sam McKinney, & Barry Stagg entertain in a round-robin of song and story.
• Hillbilly Ball, 7:00p-??. Burnsville Town Center. The Hillbilly Ball is a concert you won't want to miss! Featuring a lineup of talented musicians, this show promises a mix of incredible performances, energy, and fun. Performers include Dylan Wilson, Nick Rash, Ron Powell, Anthony Hensley, & Jackson Hensley. Tickets: $15, are available at Jill's Hair Port, Andy's Gas Station, Barn Charm, & Styles Automotive. Make plans now to attend this unforgettable musical experience and celebrate the best of local talent. Come early, grab a good seat. Don't wait - get your tickets today!
Sunday, February 23
• A lifelong Musical Journey, 2:00p-4:00p. Bruce Greene will talk about his fifty-some years of living and roaming through Kentucky, Tennessee, and North Carolina where he befriended and apprenticed with older traditional musicians, born as far back as the 1880s. He will play some fiddle and banjo tunes and songs he learned from them. At the home of Bruce and koreloy. Limited space, please RSVP, 284-4974 rbrucegreene@gmail.com
Tuesday, February 25
• Traditional Irish Session, 5:00p-7:00p. Homeplace Beer Company, 321 West Main Street, Burnsville, 828-536-9068. “Been going since June 2023. We take turns, going around the circle, leading or requesting tunes or sets. Played at the pace of the person leading/requesting. Email eric@celo.dev if you wish to confirm we are in session. https://thesession.org/sessions/8874“
• Members’ and Songwriters’ Night featuring Barry Stagg (acoustic originals & covers), 6:30p-??. The Dispensary and Upper Club, 271 Oak Avenue, Spruce Pine, 828-765-0050. A handful of local musicians each sing a couple of originals or covers, followed by Barry Stagg and Friends performing Barry’s originals.
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Early Announcements
▪ Thursday, February 27 – Mini-Concert and Open Mic, 6:00p-8:00p. Side room, Burnsville Town Center. Bob Heiser will be performing a half-hour mini-concert, which will be followed by an open mic. Come out and strut your stuff in a friendly environment! Free admission; sponsored by Micaville Music.
▪ Saturday, March 1 – 75 and Still Alive, 7:00p-9:00p. Burnsville Town Center. Jump and jive or sway the night away. Beer, wine and soft drinks provided. Bring finger food and dancing shoes.
▪ Thursday, March 13 – Sam McKinney, 6:00p-8:00p. Side room, Burnsville Town Center. Sam is an outstanding vocalist and musician with an interesting, eclectic repertoire. His appearance on the Music at Maples stage last year was quite popular, and we are happy to welcome him to Micaville Music’s March concert event.
▪ Friday, June 20 – Hard Times, High Hopes, Helping Hands. (time to be announced). Burnsville Town Center. Annual fund raising event for Reconciliation House. Details forth-coming.
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Opportunities
This space is freely available for local area commercial announcements by individuals or businesses. There must be a direct musical or other performance connection (musical items for sale, music lessons, etc.). Send your announcement to events@rlgreene.net .