
HSO Family Concert & Youth Arts Fair
Warm orchestral performances of timeless classical favorites and accessible family arrangements, paired with a second annual youth arts fair showcasing hands-on children's programs and local arts organizations for creative engagement.
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Spring showcase of youthful classical ensembles, from intimate overture and divertimento strings and flute choir to full youth philharmonic and percussion ensembles, family friendly and general admission with free entry for attendees under 18.

Spring showcase of youthful classical ensembles, from intimate overture and divertimento strings and flute choir to full youth philharmonic and percussion ensembles, family friendly and general admission with free entry for attendees under 18.
Spring showcase of youthful classical ensembles, from intimate overture and divertimento strings and flute choir to full youth philharmonic and percussion ensembles, family friendly and general admission with free entry for attendees under 18.
Three generations of tight harmony bluegrass, banjo, fiddle, guitar and upright bass in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts performance, bringing traditional mountain tunes and family rooted storytelling to a community audience.
Three generations of tight harmony bluegrass, banjo, fiddle, guitar and upright bass in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts performance, bringing traditional mountain tunes and family rooted storytelling to a community audience.
Three generations of tight harmony bluegrass, banjo, fiddle, guitar and upright bass in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts performance, bringing traditional mountain tunes and family rooted storytelling to a community audience.

Emotive performances of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 in E minor anchored by guest choir renditions of Tallis’s If Ye Love Me and a regional premiere by David Rakowski, all resonant in a church sanctuary.

Emotive performances of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 in E minor anchored by guest choir renditions of Tallis’s If Ye Love Me and a regional premiere by David Rakowski, all resonant in a church sanctuary.
Emotive performances of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2 in E minor anchored by guest choir renditions of Tallis’s If Ye Love Me and a regional premiere by David Rakowski, all resonant in a church sanctuary.
Eight instructors deliver an evening of diverse instrumental performances in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts theater, spotlighting virtuosic teaching talent and community focused repertoire across small ensemble formats.
Eight instructors deliver an evening of diverse instrumental performances in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts theater, spotlighting virtuosic teaching talent and community focused repertoire across small ensemble formats.
Eight instructors deliver an evening of diverse instrumental performances in an intimate Black Mountain Center for the Arts theater, spotlighting virtuosic teaching talent and community focused repertoire across small ensemble formats.

Young orchestral strings and winds from the Asheville Symphony Youth Philharmonic accompany three-time GRAMMY-winning mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard in a celebratory residency program of classical vocal repertoire at Asheville High School's auditorium.

Young orchestral strings and winds from the Asheville Symphony Youth Philharmonic accompany three-time GRAMMY-winning mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard in a celebratory residency program of classical vocal repertoire at Asheville High School's auditorium.
Young orchestral strings and winds from the Asheville Symphony Youth Philharmonic accompany three-time GRAMMY-winning mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard in a celebratory residency program of classical vocal repertoire at Asheville High School's auditorium.

Shimmering steel pan harmonies and bright percussive textures present a three part Aftermath Trilogy titled WONDER in a resonant church sanctuary. Expect an intimate, family friendly atmosphere with meditative, melodic arrangements.

Shimmering steel pan harmonies and bright percussive textures present a three part Aftermath Trilogy titled WONDER in a resonant church sanctuary. Expect an intimate, family friendly atmosphere with meditative, melodic arrangements.
Shimmering steel pan harmonies and bright percussive textures present a three part Aftermath Trilogy titled WONDER in a resonant church sanctuary. Expect an intimate, family friendly atmosphere with meditative, melodic arrangements.

Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.

Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.
Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.
Afternoon big band matinee of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Buddy Rich charts, blending classic swing with high energy modern arrangements; all ages seated show with local brews, laid-back vibe, and soulful groove.
Afternoon big band matinee of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Buddy Rich charts, blending classic swing with high energy modern arrangements; all ages seated show with local brews, laid-back vibe, and soulful groove.
Afternoon big band matinee of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Buddy Rich charts, blending classic swing with high energy modern arrangements; all ages seated show with local brews, laid-back vibe, and soulful groove.

Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.

Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.
Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.

Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.

Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.
Intimate gallery reception celebrating emerging regional visual artists, featuring new work with opportunities to meet creators and mingle among exhibits in a welcoming community arts setting.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Whimsical, family friendly fairy tale production featuring costumed youth performers, choreographed swordplay, and twinkling stage lighting that brings knights and fairies to life for children and community theater audiences.

Whimsical, family friendly fairy tale production featuring costumed youth performers, choreographed swordplay, and twinkling stage lighting that brings knights and fairies to life for children and community theater audiences.
Whimsical, family friendly fairy tale production featuring costumed youth performers, choreographed swordplay, and twinkling stage lighting that brings knights and fairies to life for children and community theater audiences.

Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Imaginative movement and story based play for preschoolers combining songs, prop driven storytelling, and playful dance games to develop gross motor skills, social imagination, and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Acoustic, nature-inspired kids' music with sing-alongs and hands-on instrument play amid wooded outdoor surroundings; family-friendly activities encourage sensory exploration of bird calls, percussion, and movement for young children.

Acoustic, nature-inspired kids' music with sing-alongs and hands-on instrument play amid wooded outdoor surroundings; family-friendly activities encourage sensory exploration of bird calls, percussion, and movement for young children.
Acoustic, nature-inspired kids' music with sing-alongs and hands-on instrument play amid wooded outdoor surroundings; family-friendly activities encourage sensory exploration of bird calls, percussion, and movement for young children.

Sprightly youth ensemble animates Shakespeare's comic romance with mischievous fairies, mistaken identities, and playful physical comedy, creating an accessible family friendly evening of costume rich community theatre.

Sprightly youth ensemble animates Shakespeare's comic romance with mischievous fairies, mistaken identities, and playful physical comedy, creating an accessible family friendly evening of costume rich community theatre.
Sprightly youth ensemble animates Shakespeare's comic romance with mischievous fairies, mistaken identities, and playful physical comedy, creating an accessible family friendly evening of costume rich community theatre.

Sunlit, family friendly one day LEAF festival on Pisgah Brewing Company grounds with local music, hands on kids activities, craft beer, artisan vendors, outdoor stages, and community focused programming in Black Mountain.

Sunlit, family friendly one day LEAF festival on Pisgah Brewing Company grounds with local music, hands on kids activities, craft beer, artisan vendors, outdoor stages, and community focused programming in Black Mountain.
Sunlit, family friendly one day LEAF festival on Pisgah Brewing Company grounds with local music, hands on kids activities, craft beer, artisan vendors, outdoor stages, and community focused programming in Black Mountain.

Swelling jazz, folk, and pop melodies and virtuosic violin combine as Andrew Bird performs The Mysterious Production of Eggs in full with the Asheville Symphony, arranged for orchestra and capped by a closing suite.

Swelling jazz, folk, and pop melodies and virtuosic violin combine as Andrew Bird performs The Mysterious Production of Eggs in full with the Asheville Symphony, arranged for orchestra and capped by a closing suite.
Swelling jazz, folk, and pop melodies and virtuosic violin combine as Andrew Bird performs The Mysterious Production of Eggs in full with the Asheville Symphony, arranged for orchestra and capped by a closing suite.

Easygoing spring afternoon of live bluegrass bands and local craft brews in Pack Square; free admission, bring a chair to relax in the downtown park setting while sipping seasonal beers.

Easygoing spring afternoon of live bluegrass bands and local craft brews in Pack Square; free admission, bring a chair to relax in the downtown park setting while sipping seasonal beers.
Easygoing spring afternoon of live bluegrass bands and local craft brews in Pack Square; free admission, bring a chair to relax in the downtown park setting while sipping seasonal beers.

Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.

Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.
Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.
Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.