Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: Jazz at the Bechtler: An Evening with Maria Howell

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art 420 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

Join us for an unforgettable evening during our annual July concert featuring American singer, songwriter, and actress, Maria Howell. Praised for her powerful voice and captivating stage presence, Maria Howell will grace the stage with her signature blend of classic jazz standards and contemporary hits. Accompanied by the Ziad Jazz Quartet, led by Ziad Rabie on saxophone, and Noel Freidline on piano, Ron Brendle on bass, and Rick Dior on drums, Howell's performance promises to deliver a rich, poignant experience that pays homage to the timeless allure of jazz. Whether you are a long-time jazz lover or new to the genre, this concert is sure to leave a lasting impression and wanting more.

$25

Eastern Music Festival: Young Artist Orchestras, concert 2

Dana Auditorium 710 Levi Coffin Dr., Greensboro, NC, United States

Young Artist Orchestra; José-Luis Novo, conductor PROGRAM: MAHLER: Symphony No. 6 in A minor Pre-concert lecture, “Musically Speaking,” at 7:00PM in the Moon Room, Dana Auditorium. Ticket Office 336-333-7450 x221

$15

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art: Jazz at the Bechtler: An Evening with Maria Howell

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art 420 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

Join us for an unforgettable evening during our annual July concert featuring American singer, songwriter, and actress, Maria Howell. Praised for her powerful voice and captivating stage presence, Maria Howell will grace the stage with her signature blend of classic jazz standards and contemporary hits. Accompanied by the Ziad Jazz Quartet, led by Ziad Rabie on saxophone, and Noel Freidline on piano, Ron Brendle on bass, and Rick Dior on drums, Howell's performance promises to deliver a rich, poignant experience that pays homage to the timeless allure of jazz. Whether you are a long-time jazz lover or new to the genre, this concert is sure to leave a lasting impression and wanting more.

$25

Appalachian State University: An Appalachian Summer Festival: 13th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Young and Emerging Artists

Rosen Concert Hall 813 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United States

Undergrad and graduate collegiate musicians from across the Southeast, selected via a blind adjudication process this past spring, will compete in the final live round of the competition. A panel of prominent conductors from around the state will choose a First, Second, and Third Place winner for cash prizes. An Audience Choice winner will also be selected. Last year’s winner, Carter Doolittle (alto saxophone), will perform with Eastern Festival Orchestra on June 30.

Free

Blue Ridge Music Center: Deep Roots, Many Voices: Summer Outdoor Concert Series

Blue Ridge Music Center Music Center Rd, Galax, VA, United States

The Blue Ridge Music Center’s Deep Roots, Many Voices: Summer Outdoor Concert Series is highlighting women who are leading the way in refining, adapting, and redefining American roots and traditional mountain music. 2024 summer concert series lineup: May 25 East Nash Grass + The Amanda Cook Band June 1 Caleb Caudle performing with Wild Ponies June 8 Chatham Rabbits June 15 The SteelDrivers + The Wilder Flower June 22 An Evening with Tuba Skinny June 29 Missy Raines & Allegheny July 6 The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee performing with New Ballards Branch Bogtrotters July 13 David Wax Museum + The Travis Williams Group July 20 Fireside Collective performing with Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road July 27 Martha Redbone + Zoe & Cloyd Aug. 3 Kruger Brothers Aug. 17 An Evening with Steep Canyon Rangers Aug. 24 Alison Brown Quintet performing with Wayne Henderson & Friends Aug. 31 Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway

$10 – $40

North Carolina Symphony: Songs of the ‘70s

Koka Booth Amphitheatre 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, United States

Swearingen and Kelli, vocalists Revisit the sounds of the ‘70s with music by James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Joni Mitchell, and more!

$35 – $51

Eastern Music Festival: Eastern Festival Orchestra: Visionaries & Dreamers

Dana Auditorium 710 Levi Coffin Dr., Greensboro, NC, United States

PERFORMED BY: Gerard Schwarz, music director and conductor; Jeff Multer, violin; Julian Schwarz, cello; Eastern Festival Orchestra PROGRAM: STILL: Threnody: In Memory of Jean Sibelius; BRAHMS: Concerto for Violin and Cello in A minor, op.102; FRANCK: Symphony in D minor, FWV 48 Pre-concert lecture, “Musically Speaking,” at 7:00PM in the Moon Room, Dana Auditorium. Ticket Office 336-333-7450 x221

$55

Appalachian State University: An Appalachian Summer Festival: Artist Showcase Series

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts 423 W. King Street, Boone, NC, United States

As we celebrate App Summer’s 40th anniversary, this series offers behind-the-scenes discussions with artists from the music, dance, and visual arts worlds that center around a common theme of legacy and longevity.

Free

Eastern Music Festival: Eastern Chamber Players, concert 3

Dana Auditorium 710 Levi Coffin Dr., Greensboro, NC, United States

DAUBER: Serenade for Violin and Piano; REENA ESMAIL (b.1983): Saans (Breath); PROKOFIEV: Quintet for Oboe, Clarinet, Violin, Viola and Double Bass in G minor, op.39; BRAHMS: Piano Trio No. 2 in C major, op.87 Ticket Office 336-333-7450 x221

$35