The National Heritage Fellowship is a lifetime honor presented to master folk and traditional artists by the National Endowment for the Arts. The Fellowship, which began in 1982, is the United States’ highest honor in the folk and traditional arts. Each year, fellowships are presented to between ten and fifteenContinue Reading
February’s concert features composers with a special gift for orchestral drama. Contemporary Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov cannot help but combine the passion of his homeland with his love for tango. In this case, Muertes des Angel is a touching tribute to the tango giant Astor Piazzolla. The Asheville Symphony OrchestraContinue Reading
With virtuosic dancers and thrilling choreography, Eisenhower Dance, one of the nation’s premier contemporary dance companies, blends drama, momentum and force with technical brilliance. Founded by Artistic Director Laurie Eisenhower in 1991, Eisenhower Dance has been captivating audiences for more than two decades with an evolving, exhilarating repertoire dedicated toContinue Reading
Owners of The Classic Wineseller Interviewed by Dennis Ray Rapid River Magazine: Tell us a little about the The Classic Wineseller. The Classic Wineseller: The Classic Wineseller is a unique underground shop located at 20 Church Street in historic downtown Waynesville. We specialize in older vintages and highly allocated boutiqueContinue Reading
The Asheville Symphony Orchestra presents an Asheville symphonic Christmas tradition with the most beautiful music of the season. Music Director Daniel Meyer will present a portion of Handel’s beloved Messiah alongside orchestral arrangements of seasonal carols. With the voices of the Asheville Symphony Chorus, directed by Michael Lancaster and aContinue Reading
The Bernstein’s are coming! The Bernstein’s are coming! No, it’s not a war threat from the Middle East, it’s the return of “the Christmas show to see in Asheville!” (Tony Kiss, Asheville Scene), starring Tracey Johnston-Crum, voted WNC’s Best Actress in the Mountain Xpress’ Annual Best of WNC Poll! TheContinue Reading
by April Nance Join us for the Guild Artists’ Holiday Sale at the Folk Art Center on December 7 and again on December 14. Members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild will be on hand in the center’s auditorium on these two Saturdays to sell select work 10-50% off retail.Continue Reading
co-owner of Asheville’s The Chocolate Fetish Rapid River Magazine: Tell us a little about The Chocolate Fetish. Elizabeth Foley: The Chocolate Fetish has been Asheville’s premier chocolate shop since 1986. We handcraft our high quality chocolates in small batches right here in downtown Asheville. We are a locally owned, familyContinue Reading
Moe’s Original Bar B Que is a Southern Soul Food revival in the heart of downtown Hendersonville with meats smoked fresh daily and made-from-scratch down home sides. Let Moe’s prepare your holiday feast while you enjoy more time with your family! Order 12-14 pound Whole Smoked Turkeys for $50. And,Continue Reading
