Music This Week: February 17 - February 23

Time for another concert list! Get those concert reports done sooner rather than later. This is a sampling of upcoming events in Knoxville, as well as Maryville and/or Oak Ridge. Other concertgoing tools: Facebook events, my Twitter lists, and the Do's and Don'ts of Concert Attendance.

Check back throughout the week because I constantly update the blog as I learn of events. All events without specific ticket information are FREE.

Monday, February 17

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Symphony Youth Orchestra (KSYO) Winter Concert
Featuring the Preludium, Philharmonia, Sinfonia and Youth Chamber Orchestras.
TICKETS: $5 adults, free students K-12; tickets may be purchased at the door.
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902 

7:30 p.m. Oak Ridge Civic Music Association (LINK): Edgar Meyer 
Famed Oak Ridge native, double bassist Edgar Meyer, returns home to perform a special fundraising concert for ORCMA with his son, violinist George Meyer.
TICKETS: $35 for adults advance, $40 at the door; $15 for Youth.
First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge (LINK) - 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike, 37830

Tuesday, February 18

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Ensemble event: Beethoven 250: The Piano Trios No. 2
In celebration of Beethoven’s birth, UT faculty members Kevin Class (piano), Geoffrey Herd (violin), and Wesley Baldwin (cello) perform the second of two programs devoted to Beethoven’s Piano Trios. This program features the Op. 70 trios including the “Ghost” and “Archduke.”
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

Wednesday, February 19

I will add events as I learn of them.

Thursday, February 20

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Junior recital: Dowe Cauthen, drums
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

7:00 p.m. Pellissippi State: Knoxville Jazz Youth Orchestra Concert
The Knoxville Jazz Youth Orchestra, under the direction of Tom Lundberg, will perform a concert featuring jazz pianist Bill Carrothers. An acclaimed educator, performer, and recording artist, Carrothers has worked with many notable artists including Dave Douglas, Gary Peacock, and Bill Stewart. He currently serves on the faculty of Lawrence University in Wisconsin.
Clayton Performing Arts Center, Hardin Valley Campus - 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, 37932

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's "Eroica" (Performance 1 of 2)
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” or “Heroic” will resound in the concert hall, celebrating his 250th year. “Eroica” is the first time Beethoven pushes the boundaries of the symphonic form, as the first two symphonies were more traditional and classical – similar to Haydn & Mozart. Two underrepresented but essential American composers comprise the first half of the program. George Walker was the first African American to have won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 1996. His searingly emotional elegy, “Lyric for Strings,” will open the program, followed by Florence Price’s Violin Concerto No. 1. Knoxville audiences will remember violinist Bella Hristova from her 2017 Knoxville performance. Bella Hristova is the recipient of numerous prizes and awards, including a 2013 Avery Fisher Career Grant and First Prize in the 2009 Young Concert Artists International Auditions.
TICKETS: $14 and up
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902 

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Studio recital: UT Cello Night
The UT Cello Studio performs solo works.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Ensemble event: UT Concert Band, Symphonic Band, & Wind Ensemble
James R. Cox Auditorium, Alumni Memorial Building - 1408 Middle Drive, 37996

Friday, February 21

12:30 p.m. Pellissippi State: Spirituals in the Rotunda
Pellissippi’s Variations Choir will sing a set of three spirituals in celebration of Black History Month
Goins Rotunda - 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, 37932

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Joint junior recital: Logan Williams, soprano and Mckenzie Cutshall, flute
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

7:00 p.m. Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance
The Core Ensemble presents Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance, a chamber theatre work (cello, piano, percussion) celebrating African-American poets Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, and Claude McKay, with Aaron Douglas, muralist, painter.
Clayton Performing Arts Center - 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, 37932

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's "Eroica" (Performance 2 of 2) LINK
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” or “Heroic” will resound in the concert hall, celebrating his 250th year. “Eroica” is the first time Beethoven pushes the boundaries of the symphonic form, as the first two symphonies were more traditional and classical – similar to Haydn & Mozart. Two underrepresented but essential American composers comprise the first half of the program. George Walker was the first African American to have won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 1996. His searingly emotional elegy, “Lyric for Strings,” will open the program, followed by Florence Price’s Violin Concerto No. 1. Knoxville audiences will remember violinist Bella Hristova from her 2017 Knoxville performance. Bella Hristova is the recipient of numerous prizes and awards, including a 2013 Avery Fisher Career Grant and First Prize in the 2009 Young Concert Artists International Auditions.
TICKETS: $14 and up
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902 

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Jazz Orchestra (LINK): Live at Lucille’s with Keith Brown's NYC Trio 
Live at Lucille’s brings the tradition of exciting and innovative PBS music programming right here to East Tennessee. Featuring local, regional and national jazz artists performing in an intimate setting, these shows will be taped in front of a live audience at East Tennessee PBS’ studios near downtown Knoxville.
TICKETS: $38 general; $15 student if seating remains available after the season ticket offering. Complimentary beverages provided by Sugarlands Distillery and Fanatic Brewing Company for patrons over 21.
East Tennessee PBS Studio - 1611 Magnolia Avenue, 37917

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Graduate recital: Sarah-Clementine Mire, soprano
Performance includes pieces by Hugo Wolf, R. Hahn, and B. Britten.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

Saturday, February 22

I will add events as I learn of them.

Sunday, February 23

4:30 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Senior recital: Taylor Phelps, jazz guitar
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

7:30 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) - Beethoven250: Symphony No. 9
In one of the biggest events of the School of Music’s Beethoven250 Celebration, the University of Tennessee Symphony Orchestra, Choral Ensembles, and student soloists present Beethoven's epic monument, his Symphony No. 9.
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902 https://tennesseetheatre.com

Music This Week: February 3 - February 9

It's the first concert list of the semester! Get those concert reports done sooner rather than later. This is a sampling of upcoming events in Knoxville, as well as Maryville and/or Oak Ridge. Other concertgoing tools: Facebook events, my Twitter lists, and the Do's and Don'ts of Concert Attendance.

Check back throughout the week because I constantly update the blog as I learn of events. All events without specific ticket information are FREE.

Monday, February 3

I will add events as I learn of them.

Tuesday, February 4

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Guest artist recital: Xiaofeng Wu, piano
Featurting Schubert's four impromptus, Op. 90, Barber’s Excursions, and Scriabin’s Sonata No. 3 and 4.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

7:00 p.m. Pellissippi State Guest Artist Recital: Will Boyd, saxophone and flute
Local jazz sensation Will Boyd will perform selections from his album “Freedom, Soul, Jazz” which features hymns, spirituals, and songs.
Clayton Performing Arts Center, Hardin Valley Campus - 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, 37932

Wednesday, February 5

I will add events as I learn of them.

Thursday, February 6

I will add events as I learn of them.

Friday, February 7

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Graduate Recital: Justin Aponte, trumpet
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

7:00 p.m. Maryville College Faculty Recital: Dr. Sheri Matascik, guitar
In October 2009, Matascik released her first solo guitar CD, At the End of the Day, a collection of guitar compositions that celebrate classical, contemporary folk, Appalachian, jazz and Celtic styles. In October 2011, she released her second solo guitar CD, Spirit Wood, which features a “classical/pop fusion” style of music. Digital downloads of Matascik’s music can be found on iTunes and Amazon.
Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall, Clayton Center for the Arts - 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, 37804

7:00 p.m. Cathedral Concert Series (LINK): Violinists of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra
Complete Violin Sonatas and Partitas by Johann Sebastian Bach. Featuring the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Violins led by Mr. William Shaub, KSO Concertmaster. Please Respect our Sacred Space: No Food/Drink/Gum
TICKETS: TBA
Sacred Heart Cathedral - 711 S Northshore Dr, 37919

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Senior recital: Vicki Nguyen, composition
Come experience a night of premiers for a varied array of soloists and ensembles!
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

Saturday, February 8

7:00 p.m. Beijing Guitar Duo
Composed of guitarist Meng Su and Yameng Wang, the Beijing Guitar Duo has performed throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. This past season took them to countries such as Germany, Russia, Spain, Portugal, Denmark, Poland, China, Panama, and the United States. The duo has toured extensively with their mentor Manuel Barrueco, appearing in such countries as Germany, Finland, Spain, Russia, as well as the United States.
TICKETS: $20 adults, $5 students 12 to 18, Children under 12 FREE with adult admissions
Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan - 425 N Cedar Bluff Rd, 37923

Sunday, February 9

2:30 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK): Guest artist recital - Young Pianist Series No. 2: Alexey Trushechkin
Russian pianist Alexey Trushechkin performs the second concerts in this special piano series. Featuring works by Chopin, Debussy, Grieg, Haydn, Rachmaninoff, and Scriabin.
TICKETS: $25 for adults, FREE for students with valid ID. Purchase tickets at youngpianistseries.com.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Boulevard, 37996

3:00 p.m. Oak Ridge Symphony presents "Musical Firsts" with Derek Reeves, viola
Special guest artist Derek Reeves helps us all pay tribute to musical firsts in this concert featuring trailblazing African American composers.
TICKETS: $25 adults, $10 young adults/students, FREE youth 18 and under
The Grove Theater - 123 Randolph Rd, Oak Ridge, 37830

Music This Week: October 14 - October 20

Alright, it’s midterms, so y’all know what to do. This is a sampling of upcoming events in Knoxville, Maryville, and Oak Ridge. Other concertgoing tools: Facebook events, my Twitter lists, and the Do's and Don'ts of Concert Attendance.

Check back throughout the week because I constantly update the blog as I learn of events. All events without specific ticket information are FREE. Updated Sunday, October 13

Monday, October 14

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Joint junior recital: Rylee Worstell, mezzo-soprano & Claire Sudarshan, soprano
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Studio recital: Bass Studio Recital
Featuring students of Jon Hamar.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

Tuesday, October 15

6:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Senior recital: Brandon Jackson, drums
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

Wednesday, October 16

I will add events as I learn of them.

Thursday, October 17

7:00 p.m. Pellissippi State Community College presents Fall Choral Concert
Showcasing the talented students in Concert Chorale and the Variations Ensemble.
Clayton Performing Arts Center, Hardin Valley Campus - 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, 37932

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Symphony: Grieg Piano Concerto (LINK), Performance 1 of 2
The October Masterworks program is about folk music, memory and heritage, opening with Antonin Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7, composed to reflect the struggles of the Czech nation in the late 19th century. To follow, contemporary composer Jessie Montgomery’s “Records from a Vanishing City,” a piece inspired by the composer’s experiences growing up in New York City’s Lower East Side. Internationally renowned pianist Natasha Paremski performs Edvard Grieg’s beloved Piano Concerto in A, which contains a wealth of Norwegian folk music influences.
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902
TICKETS: $14 and up*

Friday, October 18

7:30 p.m. Knoxville Symphony: Grieg Piano Concerto (LINK), Performance 1 of 2
The October Masterworks program is about folk music, memory and heritage, opening with Antonin Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7, composed to reflect the struggles of the Czech nation in the late 19th century. To follow, contemporary composer Jessie Montgomery’s “Records from a Vanishing City,” a piece inspired by the composer’s experiences growing up in New York City’s Lower East Side. Internationally renowned pianist Natasha Paremski performs Edvard Grieg’s beloved Piano Concerto in A, which contains a wealth of Norwegian folk music influences.
Tennessee Theatre (LINK) - 604 S Gay St, 37902
TICKETS: $14 and up*

Saturday, October 19

I will add events as I learn of them.

Sunday, October 20

3:00 p.m. Oak Ridge Symphony and Chorus presents Celebration of Our Past & Future (LINK)
The Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, now 75 years old, is the oldest continually-performing orchestra in Tennessee! Also featured in this performance: Sound Company Children’s Choir (Katy Wolfe, Director).
Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center - 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, 37830
TICKETS: $25 Adults, $10 Young Adults/Students, FREE Children 18 and under

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*All students grades K-12 can attend this concert FREE with purchase of one adult ticket as part of the Penny4Arts program. Up to 3 students per adult ticket; some restrictions apply. Must redeem by visiting or calling the KSO Box Office at 865-291-3310 prior to the day of the concert (M-F, 9-5). Offer not available online or at the door. Questions: boxoffice@knoxvillesymphony.com.

Music This Week: October 7 - October 13

We’re approaching the midway point of the semester—you know the drill! This is a sampling of upcoming events in Knoxville, Maryville, and Oak Ridge. Other concertgoing tools: Facebook events, my Twitter lists, and the Do's and Don'ts of Concert Attendance.

Check back throughout the week because I constantly update the blog as I learn of events. All events without specific ticket information are FREE. Remember that some venues have an age restriction; I will post this info when I have it.

Monday, October 7

I will add events as I learn of them.

Tuesday, October 8

I will add events as I learn of them.

Wednesday, October 9

7:00 p.m. Knoxville Symphony presents William Shaub and Friends: Brandenburg and Beyond, Performance 1 of 2 (LINK)
Intimate performances held on Wednesday and Thursday evenings in the KMA's Ann and Steve Bailey Hall - seating is general admission.
Knoxville Museum of Art (LINK) - 1050 World's Fair Park Drive, 37916
TICKETS: $25

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Studio recital: Clarinet Night No. 1
Members of the UT Clarinet Studio perform standard works of literature.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

Thursday, October 10

7:00 p.m. Knoxville Symphony presents William Shaub and Friends: Brandenburg and Beyond, Performance 2 of 2 (LINK)
Intimate performances held on Wednesday and Thursday evenings in the KMA's Ann and Steve Bailey Hall - seating is general admission.
Knoxville Museum of Art (LINK) - 1050 World's Fair Park Drive, 37916
TICKETS: $25

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Studio recital: Saxophone Studio Recital
An evening of saxophone music by the students of Dr. Allison Adams.
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

Friday, October 11

6:00 p.m. Alive After Five with Crawlspace (LINK)
Crawlspace is the most recent project of veteran Blues rocker and harmonica wizard, Michael “Crawdaddy” Crawley, a mainstay of the Knoxville music scene for more than two decades, as the leader of Crawdaddy and The Macdaddies and also playing with International Blues Challenge semi-finalists, Jenna & Her Cool Friends. After Jenna Jefferson retired from the music scene to spend more time with her family, Crawley assembled a new group with Cool Friends members and some others, and Crawlspace was born. With Kevin Redding on drums, Ben Maney and Stevie Jones on keyboards, Bob Goodson on guitar, Aram Takvoryan on bass, and Michael Crawley on harmonica and vocals, there is enough talent and synergy that one might say the sky is the limit for Crawlspace! Food available from Rocky’s Jamaica Sunrise.
TICKETS: $10 General Admission, $5 with Membership or student ID, Free for ages 17 and under. All tickets are sold at the door beginning at 4:45 p.m.

8:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Graduate recital: Nicholas Bruce, percussion
Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie Haslam Music Center - 1741 Volunteer Blvd, 37996

Saturday, October 12

I will add events as I learn of them.

Sunday, October 13

4:00 p.m. UT School of Music (LINK) Ensemble concert: Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven250: The Emperor Concerto
Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor,” featuring School of Music faculty artist Chih-Long Hu, piano, along with Edward Elgar’s seminal work, Enigma Variations.
James. R. Cox Auditorium, Alumni Memorial Building - 1408 Middle Drive, 37996