The Friday Drum Circle
Communal hand drumming and spontaneous rhythm-building fill an outdoor downtown park on Friday evenings. Drop in to play percussion or listen as the circle ebbs from steady grooves to lively call-and-response beats.
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Communal, participatory drum circle with layered hand rhythms and call and response grooves in downtown Pritchard Park. Drop in to play or listen in an outdoor, all skill levels Friday evening gathering.
Communal, participatory drum circle with layered hand rhythms and call and response grooves in downtown Pritchard Park. Drop in to play or listen in an outdoor, all skill levels Friday evening gathering.
Communal, participatory drum circle with layered hand rhythms and call and response grooves in downtown Pritchard Park. Drop in to play or listen in an outdoor, all skill levels Friday evening gathering.
Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.
Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.
Rhythmic hand-drum jams and spontaneous movement fill Pritchard Park as locals and visitors circle up for call-and-response grooves. A casual, participatory outdoor gathering that’s welcoming to beginners and seasoned drummers alike.
Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.
Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.
Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.
Eclectic stalls of vintage curios, handmade jewelry, art, and oddities line sunlit Pritchard Park paths for a summer afternoon of browsing, discovering unique gifts, and meeting local makers.
Eclectic stalls of vintage curios, handmade jewelry, art, and oddities line sunlit Pritchard Park paths for a summer afternoon of browsing, discovering unique gifts, and meeting local makers.
Eclectic stalls of vintage curios, handmade jewelry, art, and oddities line sunlit Pritchard Park paths for a summer afternoon of browsing, discovering unique gifts, and meeting local makers.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a casual, community jam format. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a laid-back late-evening hang for players and listeners alike.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a casual, community jam format. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a laid-back late-evening hang for players and listeners alike.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a casual, community jam format. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a laid-back late-evening hang for players and listeners alike.
Celtic tunes and traditional Irish melodies fill a cozy downtown pub as local and visiting musicians trade reels, jigs, and ballads. Expect an informal session vibe with acoustic instrumentation and a lively pint-in-hand atmosphere.
Celtic tunes and traditional Irish melodies fill a cozy downtown pub as local and visiting musicians trade reels, jigs, and ballads. Expect an informal session vibe with acoustic instrumentation and a lively pint-in-hand atmosphere.
Celtic tunes and traditional Irish melodies fill a cozy downtown pub as local and visiting musicians trade reels, jigs, and ballads. Expect an informal session vibe with acoustic instrumentation and a lively pint-in-hand atmosphere.
A weekly Friday night set of rotating local artists in a brewery setting, rain or shine. Expect an easygoing hang with pints on tap and a no cover show vibe.
A weekly Friday night set of rotating local artists in a brewery setting, rain or shine. Expect an easygoing hang with pints on tap and a no cover show vibe.
A weekly Friday night set of rotating local artists in a brewery setting, rain or shine. Expect an easygoing hang with pints on tap and a no cover show vibe.
A casual bluegrass jam where pickers trade fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a welcoming bar setting. Runs Tuesday evenings with free entry and an all-welcome, community-led circle.
A casual bluegrass jam where pickers trade fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a welcoming bar setting. Runs Tuesday evenings with free entry and an all-welcome, community-led circle.
A casual bluegrass jam where pickers trade fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a welcoming bar setting. Runs Tuesday evenings with free entry and an all-welcome, community-led circle.
Amplified house-band grooves kick off early evening, then the stage opens up for sit-in players to trade solos and back a rotating lineup. Expect a casual, plug-in jam vibe with spontaneous collaborations and crowd energy.
Amplified house-band grooves kick off early evening, then the stage opens up for sit-in players to trade solos and back a rotating lineup. Expect a casual, plug-in jam vibe with spontaneous collaborations and crowd energy.
Amplified house-band grooves kick off early evening, then the stage opens up for sit-in players to trade solos and back a rotating lineup. Expect a casual, plug-in jam vibe with spontaneous collaborations and crowd energy.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes spill through a cozy downtown pub as musicians trade traditional melodies in an informal jam. Expect a communal, acoustic string-driven atmosphere rooted in Appalachian tradition.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes spill through a cozy downtown pub as musicians trade traditional melodies in an informal jam. Expect a communal, acoustic string-driven atmosphere rooted in Appalachian tradition.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes spill through a cozy downtown pub as musicians trade traditional melodies in an informal jam. Expect a communal, acoustic string-driven atmosphere rooted in Appalachian tradition.
Communal kirtan chanting and a song circle built around call-and-response devotional melodies. A late-night, heart-centered gathering for shared voices, simple harmonies, and reflective connection.
Communal kirtan chanting and a song circle built around call-and-response devotional melodies. A late-night, heart-centered gathering for shared voices, simple harmonies, and reflective connection.
Communal kirtan chanting and a song circle built around call-and-response devotional melodies. A late-night, heart-centered gathering for shared voices, simple harmonies, and reflective connection.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Free bluegrass and old-time sets fill the City-County Plaza as the Folk Heritage Committee hosts an alcohol-free evening of local talent. Spread a blanket on the grass for family-friendly square dancing and courthouse-lawn listening.
Free bluegrass and old-time sets fill the City-County Plaza as the Folk Heritage Committee hosts an alcohol-free evening of local talent. Spread a blanket on the grass for family-friendly square dancing and courthouse-lawn listening.
Free bluegrass and old-time sets fill the City-County Plaza as the Folk Heritage Committee hosts an alcohol-free evening of local talent. Spread a blanket on the grass for family-friendly square dancing and courthouse-lawn listening.
A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating locations for a giveaway of local gift cards and prizes.
A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating locations for a giveaway of local gift cards and prizes.
A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating locations for a giveaway of local gift cards and prizes.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
Improvisational jazz jam where local players trade solos and build spontaneous sets; bring your instrument to sit in or hang back and listen. Hosted in a lively brewery taproom atmosphere.
Improvisational jazz jam where local players trade solos and build spontaneous sets; bring your instrument to sit in or hang back and listen. Hosted in a lively brewery taproom atmosphere.
Improvisational jazz jam where local players trade solos and build spontaneous sets; bring your instrument to sit in or hang back and listen. Hosted in a lively brewery taproom atmosphere.
Rhythm-driven drumming to upbeat tunes turns into a low-impact arm and core workout. Designed for non drummers and first timers who want a fun, sweat-light group exercise session in a community center.
Rhythm-driven drumming to upbeat tunes turns into a low-impact arm and core workout. Designed for non drummers and first timers who want a fun, sweat-light group exercise session in a community center.
Rhythm-driven drumming to upbeat tunes turns into a low-impact arm and core workout. Designed for non drummers and first timers who want a fun, sweat-light group exercise session in a community center.