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SUMMARY:Zombie Sour Release @ Crosstown Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Prepare your taste buds for the undead — the Zombie Sour has risen! \nJoin Crosstown Brewing Co. for an apocalyptic celebration as they unleash their latest experimental creation: Zombie Sour\, a monstrously tart and wildly refreshing new brew designed to jolt your palate back to life. Think juicy\, brain-tingling bursts of flavor\, a wickedly smooth finish\, and a punch of sour that’s to die for. \nOne night only. One beer to rule the afterlife.#ZombieSourCBC #CrosstownBrewing #SourPower
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/zombie-sour-release-crosstown-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Crosstown Brewing Co.\, 1264 Concourse Avenue\, memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS| Memphis Flamenco Trio + opener Davy Ray Bennet
DESCRIPTION:Memphis Flamenco Trio \nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show starts at 7:30 pm \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \n  \nRoy Brewer presents a night of solo flamenco guitar works and arrangements for flamenco ensemble\, joined by flautist Sam Jesuyemi and cellist Johnathan Kirkscey. Opening for the show is local Memphis musician Davy Ray Bennet. \nRoy Brewer was awarded a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from the University of Memphis in 1996. He is currently a part-time instructor at the University and is a freelance musician. Besides recording with many major label artists\, his performance credits also include the Conan O’Brien Show; Austin City Limits; Later\, with Jools Hollond (BBC); and his fiddle can be heard on the sound track for the motion picture Black Snake Moan. His research on Southern music has been published in the academic journals Popular Music\, American Music\, Popular Music and Society\, and The Smithsonian Inst. Scholarly Press. \nDavy Ray Bennet has been a local Memphis musician since 1996. He’s released three albums of his original songs. He graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelors of Music degree\, with an emphasis on classical guitar performance. In his original instrumental works\, Davy Ray imitates passages from musical genres that have always influenced him.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-memphis-flamenco-trio-opener-davy-ray-bennet/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS KAFÉ KIRK: TEXAS JAZZ JAM
DESCRIPTION:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS KAFÉ KIRK: TEXAS JAZZ JAM\nTHE GREEN ROOM AT CROSSTOWN ARTS\nSUNDAY\, JULY 27TH 2025\nDOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM | SHOW BEGINS AT 6:00 PM\nTICKETS: $59 IN ADVANCE (PLUS FEES) | $70 AT THE DOOR |\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\n\nJoin Grammy-winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum for Kafé Kirk\, an ongoing jazz series in Crosstown Theater featuring musical and spiritual collaborations with special guest artists. This concert will feature legendary musicians Tom Braxton and Bobby Lyle.\n\n\n\nTOM BRAXTON\n\n\n\nJazz saxophonist Tom Braxton has garnered critical acclaim while thrilling audiences of all ages from coast to coast and abroad for over two decades. From Africa to Japan\, from New York to L.A.\, Braxton’s distinct\, melodic sound leaves audiences astounded\, clapping\, and on their feet screaming for more! \n\n\n\n\n\nBOBBY LYLE\n\n\n\nLegendary pianist/organist Bobby Lyle was deemed a musical wonder when he released his first album\, The Genie\, which exploded onto the Billboard charts and blew the minds of jazz enthusiasts everywhere. Since that debut\, Lyle has kept a high standard for 30-plus years\, and has successfully maintained a flourishing\, always-evolving career. Lyle’s unrivaled high standard of excellence entitles him to a place on the throne alongside other musical royalty\, making him a permanent fixture in the prodigious society of jazz.\n\n\nKIRK WHALUM\n\nSoulful\, passionate\, stirring…these are the words most often used to describe Kirk’s music. Forged from his Memphis\, Tennessee\, gospel roots and his 1980s initiation into the thriving Houston\, TX nightclub scene\, Kirk’s big\, rich tenor sound is unmistakably his. The ’80s were highlighted by Kirk’s stepping out of his blossoming sideman role and forming his own band. It was there that Kirk ultimately developed both his “voice” and songwriting in the crucible of the local club scene—especially at a rooftop club called Cody’s. It was also in Houston where jazz pianist Bob James “discovered” him and brought him on tour\, which led to five successful albums with Columbia Records\, including Cache\, Kirk’s first #1 album.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-kafe-kirk-texas-jazz-jam/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Sunny Side New Orleans Jazz Band
DESCRIPTION:Sunny Side New Orleans Jazz Band \nTuesday\, July 29\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 PM | Show begins at 7:30 PM \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nSunny Side is a New Orleans-based jazz band inspired by the timeless sounds of Louis Armstrong\, Duke Ellington\, Nat King Cole\, and other early jazz legends. Blending rich 3-part harmonies\, a tight rhythm section\, and an electrifying vocalist/dancer\, Sunny Side delivers an authentic and energetic New Orleans-style jazz experience. In summer 2025\, Sunny Side embarks on their fifth national tour\, with over 18 performances in 16 cities across states including Tennessee\, Ohio\, and New York—appearing in a variety of venues from listening rooms to swing dance halls. Their tour will feature their newly recorded album “The Marigny Sessions” expanding on their repertoire to include artists like Ray Charles\, Dr. John\, and Benny Goodman. \nFEATURING: \n\nDarold Alexander (Vocals)\n\n\nJack Pritchett (Trumpet)\n\n\nAndy Page (Alto Sax and Clarinet)\n\n\nScotty Yost (Trombone)\n\n\nCoyote Anderson (Guitar)\n\n\nSteve Walch (Upright Bass)\n\n\nRob Montgomery (Drums)
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-sunny-side-new-orleans-jazz-band/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Crosstown Arts Presents: Johnny Yancey and the Power to the People Orchestra 
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents: Johnny Yancey and the Power to the People Orchestra \nThe Green Room @ Crosstown Arts \nFriday\, August 1st\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7:00 pm | Show begins at 7:30pm \nTickets: $20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nCome tap your feet with homegrown trumpeter Johnny Yancey as he proudly presents his Power to the People Orchestra featuring up-and-coming vocalist phenom Gabby Cain! \nBorn and raised in Memphis\, Tennessee\, Johnny Yancey has been honing his musical skills for over 30 years with locally and nationally recognized musicians playing music of all genres. He has performed with musical greats such as Alvin Baptiste\, Billy Pierce\, Donald Brown\, John Birdsong\, Terri Lynn Carrington\, Javon Jackson\, James Williams\, Herman Green\, Will Graves\, Floyd Newman\, Zaid Nassar\, Emerson Able Big Band\, Joyce Cobb\, Earlice Taylor and many others. \nThe Power to the People Orchestra\, previously known as the Sanctuary Jazz Orchestra\, is the culminating effort of Yancey’s decades-long affection for big band repertoire. Having performed at numerous festivals including Memphis Heritage Festival\, the Bartlett Festival\, and the Whitehaven Jazz Festival\, the Power to the People Orchestra is a pinnacle of Yancey’s continued dedication to the Memphis jazz community.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-johnny-yancey-and-the-power-to-the-people-orchestra/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Jerry Day @ Crosstown Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Crosstown Brewing Co. on August 2 as we celebrate Jerry Day — a tribute to the life and music of Jerry Garcia. \nThirty years after the Grateful Dead’s final show at Soldier Field\, we’re honoring the legacy with an afternoon of legendary tunes\, grilled cheese\, and great local beer. Crosstown Brewing Co. is marking the occasion with the release of Hazy Daze\, a limited-edition brew crafted just for the day. \n🎶 Live music lineup:• Fresh Fruit Radio — 1:00–2:30 PM• The Walt Phelan Band — 3:00–4:30 PM• Tennessee Screamers — 5:00–6:30 PM• Devil Train — 7:00–9:00 PM \nStop by between 1–8 PM for music\, community vibes\, and plenty of good cheer. ✌️🌈#JerryDay #CrosstownBrewingCo #LiveMusicMemphis #HazyDazeRelease
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/jerry-day-crosstown-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Crosstown Brewing Co.\, 1264 Concourse Avenue\, memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Marcella & Her Lovers
DESCRIPTION:Marcella & Her Lovers \nTHE GREEN ROOM @ CROSSTOWN ARTS \nSATURDAY\, AUGUST 2ND\, 2025\nDOORS OPEN AT 7PM | SHOW STARTS AT 7:30PM\nGENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS $25 IN ADVANCE (PLUS FEES) | $30 AT THE DOOR\nVIP TICKETS $50 IN ADVANCE (PLUS FEES) | $55 AT THE DOOR  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nMarcella Simien has been captivating audiences for the last 15 years. Her beloved Memphis-based band Marcella & Her Lovers is a group of electrifying\, world-class musicians who leave audiences in awe. Simien’s raw energy\, vocal prowess and ability to engage audiences on a deep level is breathtaking. Her Psychedelic Swamp Soul music fuses recognizable tones and textures inspired by culture bearers of the South- you’ll hear echoes of Soul\, Blues & Jazz greats – while bringing you something completely new and refreshing to your ears. This is the long-awaited return of Marcella Simien’s band that hasn’t played Memphis in 8 months! It will be an unforgettable night of music and storytelling that you don’t want to miss.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-marcella-her-lovers/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Echoes in the Room: Close Enough for Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 7 · 7:00 PMThe Listening Lab · Crosstown ArtsFree and in-person only \nThe next session of Echoes in the Room invites you into a deep listen you won’t find anywhere else. Close Enough for Jazz explores rare and unreleased recordings that span decades of Memphis music history—featuring college-era Mulgrew Miller\, Jim Dickinson in a jazz trio format\, a 1979 studio session with James Williams\, Billy Pierce\, and Bill Mobley\, a George Cartwright free jazz duo from 1975\, and even Memphis’ answer to Bitches Brew (1972). \nAlso included: The Beale Street Festival Big Band from 1982\, and more surprises from the archives. \n✨ This session is not recorded or streamed\, so the only way to hear it… is to be in the room.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/echoes-in-the-room-close-enough-for-jazz/
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SUMMARY:Crosstown Arts Presents: Kortland Whalum
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents: Kortland Whalum \nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts⁠ \nFriday\, August 8\, 2025⁠ \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm⁠ \nTickets: $30 in advance (plus fees) | $40 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nThe sounds of Jazz and Soul music come together for a night of vibrant\, emotive fusion of raw vocal passion and intricate instrumental storytelling. Kortland brings deep\, heartfelt lyrics and a powerful\, gospel-inflected delivery\, channeling raw emotion and groove. Think rich\, velvety tones or gritty belts\, evoking artists like Lou Rawls or Nat King Cole. Adam Larson\, saxophonist\, meanwhile\, adds sophisticated\, improvisational flair—think John Coltrane’s expressive phrasing or Kamasi Washington’s modern\, soulful edge. Their interplay is dynamic: the singer’s rhythmic\, soulful melodies grounding the performance\, while the saxophonist weaves in spontaneous\, melodic runs\, adding texture and unpredictability. \nFEATURING: \nKortland Whalum (Vocalist) \nAdam Larson (Saxophones) \nSteve Lee (Piano) \nClark Sommers (Bass) \nHenry Conerway III (Drums)
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-kortland-whalum/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Back to School Bash at Crosstown Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:The kids are officially back in school—and now it’s time for the adults to have a little fun. Crosstown Brewing Co. invites parents and grown-ups to unwind and celebrate at the Back to School Bash on Saturday\, August 9\, from 3–8 PM. \nThis laid-back afternoon event features popsicles\, a playful pipe cleaner sculpture contest\, and a relaxing brewery vibe perfect for enjoying a moment of peace after the back-to-school hustle. Whether you want to kick back with a drink or get creative with some pipe cleaner art\, this is the low-key celebration you deserve. \nSo round up your fellow parents\, toast to making it through the summer\, and enjoy a fun\, grown-up afternoon at Crosstown Brewing Co. \nAdmission: Free and open to the public\nAll ages welcome\, but this event is geared toward adults.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/back-to-school-bash-at-crosstown-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Crosstown Brewing Co.\, 1264 Concourse Avenue\, memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T220000
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS AND FOLK ALL Y’ALL PRESENT JESSE RUBEN
DESCRIPTION:CROSSTOWN ARTS AND FOLK ALL Y’ALL PRESENT JESSE RUBEN\nTHE GREEN ROOM AT CROSSTOWN ARTS\nSATURDAY\, AUGUST 9\, 2025\nDOORS OPEN AT 7 PM | SHOW BEGINS AT 7:30 PM\nTICKETS: $20\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse Ruben (he/him) is a singer/songwriter living in Brooklyn\, NY. Best known for his lyrical storytelling and engaging live shows\, his songs have been heard on more than a dozen TV shows in the US and abroad. His most recent single “This Is Why I Need You” reached the top 10 in 12 different countries\, and has been streamed more than 60 million times across all platforms. He has recorded live sessions for NPR and MTV Asia\, and has been featured on CNN and in Esquire Magazine. \nBeyond his music career\, Ruben is highly active in philanthropic endeavors. He is a co-founder of Generation Lyme\, a community built to empower people facing Lyme disease through sharing patient stories and hosting online Meet-ups. In addition\, he is the founder of The We Can Project\, an initiative for young students designed to help them discover their passions and give back to their communities. To date\, more than 800\,000 young people have participated. To promote the program\, he was personally invited by Hoda Kotb to perform live on The Today Show.
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LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T220000
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Jazz Jam Session: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Jam: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet \nTuesday\, August 12\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm \n$7 tickets (plus fees) | Free for Participants  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nCome jam with us at the Green Room\, hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet! \nAlex Upton is a Memphis-based saxophonist\, composer\, and educator with a deep passion for musics both old and new. Alex is a nationally awarded soloist that has performed and recorded with artists such as Rahsaan Barber\, Rachel Therrien\, Ted Ludwig\, Baron Tymas\, Stephen Anderson\, and James Sexton. Awarded first prize in the 2022 North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Artist Competition\, Alex has performed at both JEN and NASA Conferences\, and has performed at regionally renowned venues including the Brooks Museum of Art\, Crosstown Arts Green Room\, Durham’s Sharp Nine Gallery\, and Bond Brothers Eastside. Their work as a performer and composer is featured on Summit Records with the 360 Jazz Initiative\, and under their own name on their newest full-length album release “Portraits of a Silent Moment”.  \n Listed below are the jam tunes for the month of August. Participants are encouraged to learn several of the included tunes ahead of time in preparation for the jam. A limited number of blank slots for tune suggestions will be available at the sign-in desk. \n AUGUST JAM SESSION TUNES: \n\n\nBye Bye Blackbird (Henderson/Dixon)\n\n\nGroovin’ High (Gillespie)\n\n\nBlack Orpheus (Bonfa)\n\n\nPeace (Horace Silver)\n\n\nWindows (Corea)\n\n\nStrasbourg/St. Denis (Hargrove)\n\n\nOne Finger Snap (Hancock)\n\n\nAll Blues (Davis)\n\n\n\nACCESS CHARTS HERE
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-jazz-jam-session-hosted-by-the-alex-upton-quartet/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T220000
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Gettin' Grown Podcast Live in Memphis
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents Gettin’ Grown Podcast Live in Memphis\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nThursday\, August 14\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $35 In Advance (plus Fees) | $45 at the Door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive at the Kitchen Table with Jade and Keia – An intimate live show experience with the hosts of the Gettin Grown Podcast. The Gettin Grown Podcast Community gathers virtually each week to collectively process the various and sometimes vicious vicissitudes of navigating adulthood.  \nJoin us as we commune together in real life!
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-gettin-grown-podcast-live-in-memphis/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T220000
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Strictly Jazz: The Music of Mulgrew Miller ft. Keith Brown
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents Strictly Jazz: The Music of Mulgrew miller ft. Keith Brown\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, August 16\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Strictly Jazz Series\, a joint presentation by Crosstown Arts and Strictly Jazz Entertainment\, celebrates classic jazz music through contemporary interpretations by acclaimed musicians. This show will feature Keith Brown performing the jazz standards and compositions of Mulgrew Miller\, Harold Mabern\, James Williams\, and Donald Brown.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEITH BROWN\n\n\n\nKeith L. Brown is a distinguished pianist\, composer\, and educator\, widely regarded as one of the most sought-after musicians in contemporary jazz. Rooted in R&B\, Funk\, Classical\, Jazz\, and Hip-Hop\, his compositions and piano style seamlessly blend these influences\, showcasing both deep tradition and modern innovation. With an exceptional command of jazz’s rich language\, Brown transitions effortlessly between hard swing\, funk\, and free improvisation—all while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn in Memphis\, TN\, and raised in Knoxville\, TN\, Brown began playing piano seriously at 18 and quickly established himself as a formidable force in jazz. He currently tours as the pianist for Grammy-nominated saxophonist and 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship recipient Kenny Garrett. His extensive collaborations include performances with Stefon Harris\, Jazzmeia Horn\, George Coleman\, Greg Tardy\, Camille Thurman\, Terreon Gully\, Willie Jones III\, Endea Owens\, Charles Tolliver\, Buster Williams\, Lenny White\, Steve Turre\, John Clayton\, and many more—captivating audiences worldwide.\n\n\n\n“I am sure that is one that will make a tremendous contribution to the continuum of jazz and particularly jazz piano.” – Mulgrew Miller\n\n\n\n“Keith Brown is a phenomenal player! He has a great grasp on the language of the jazz piano masters and an ability to come from many directions; from hard swing to funk to free”. –Greg Tardy
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-strictly-jazz-the-music-of-mulgrew-miller-ft-keith-brown/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | A Taste of Latin America
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents A Taste of Latin America\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, August 22\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door | $10 Student Rush\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur program will delight you with the sounds and compositions of Latin America. Pianists Natalia Vanegas Escobar and David Cordoba Hernandez\, and percussionist Bill Shaltis will perform works that evoke countries such as Colombia and Cuba\, and are written by some of the foremost composers of the region. We hope that you won’t want to miss this noche especial de música latinoamericana!\n\n\n\n\n\nDAVID CÓRDOBA HERNANDEZ \n\n\n\nRecognized for his colorful and sensitive performances\, Colombian pianist David Córdoba has played at venues throughout South America\, Central America\, and the United States. Highlight performances include recitals with Vincent Lucas (Principal Flutist – Orchestre de Paris)\, John-Crawford (Naxos Recording Artist)\, Amaro Dubois\, and the opening of the 2021 season of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Robert Moody. David has garnered awards in several competitions: Beethoven Club Competition – Memphis (1st place); WCM International Piano Competition – Northern Ireland (4th place); Colombian National Vocal Competition – Collaborative Piano Category (1st place); and the Memphis International Piano Competition (Honorable Mention) Guided by Colombian pianist Teresita Gomez\, David earned a Bachelor of Music at the University of Antioquia and a Master’s and Doctorate in Piano Performance with Dr. Cathal Breslin and Dr. Jonathan Tsay at the University of Memphis.\n\nNATALIA VANEGAS ESCOBAR\n\n\n\nThe Colombian pianist Natalia Vanegas is currently building a promising career as a performer. For five years\, she served as a class-piano instructor at the University of Memphis. Additionally\, she currently works as an accompanist pianist at Arkansas State University and the University of Mississippi. She has excelled in competitions such as the Beethoven Club (Memphis 2019\, 3rd place)\, Teatro Colón Competition (2019\, finalist)\, Costa Rica PianoFest (2020\, 1st place)\, and the Uofm Symphony soloist competition (2021). Some of her solo performances include the CIMA festival in Manizales\, the Puerto Rico Center for Collaborative Piano\, the Costa Rica Pianist Encounter\, the EAFIT Symphony Orchestra\, among others. She has also served as a judge in various competitions and is the coordinator of the Memphis International Piano Festival and Competition. Her interests include Colombian and Latin American living composers\, and she plans to promote these works in her upcoming performances and in an upcoming recording. Natalia earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Antioquia\, where she studied with Dr. Carlos Eduardo Betancur\, Dr. Ana María Orduz\, and the renowned Colombian pianist Teresita Gómez. She completed her masters and doctorate degrees at the University of Memphis\, where she studied with Dr. Cathal Breslin and Dr. Jonathan Tsay.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n BILL SHALTIS\nBill Shaltis is the Associate Professor of Percussion at the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music\, University of Memphis and Principal Timpanist of the New Hampshire Music Festival Orchestra. Formerly\, Shaltis was the Principal Timpanist for the Boise Philharmonic Orchestra\, Principal Percussion of the Evansville Philharmonic and Owensboro Symphony\, and on faculty at Missouri Southern State University and the University of Evansville. He is a sought-after clinician and performer throughout North America\, Europe\, and China and has performed and presented at several PASICs\, the NAfME and Midwest Conferences\, and at state conferences\, Day of Percussion events\, and universities throughout the country. Shaltis’ debut album\, “Essence/Descent\,” features premiere recordings of 21st century solo and chamber timpani repertoire and can be found on all major streaming platforms. He is also co-founder of the Two Rivers Timpani Summit. Shaltis is a proud performing artist/clinician for Grover Pro Percussion\, JG Percussion\, Remo\, Yamaha\, and Zildjian.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-a-taste-of-latin-america/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | The Harnsberger/Jones Duo ft. the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents The Harnsberger/Jones Duo ft. the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts \nWednesday\, August 27\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM \nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door \npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Harnsberger/Jones Duo will leave audiences intrigued and stunned by the expressive\, yet powerful depth that the marimba evokes live in concert. Led by marimba soloists\, Andy Harnsberger and Caitlin Jones\, this concert will feature music tailored for the duo and solo works that highlight the ability and musicianship of the marimba and the artists themselves.\n\n\n\n\nThe Harnsberger/Jones Duo always begin their concerts with “In the Midst of Darkness” by Andy Harnsberger. Written for Andy and Caitlin (and eventually led to the creation of the duo)\, this work features intensity\, drama\, and rhythmic interplay between the two instruments. After the listeners have a chance to breathe\, the duo will bring in a brand new piece\, “Promises Broken” by Adam Silverman. A complete 180 from the opener\, this piece will bring in the subtleties of the instrument\, and has been proven to be an audience favorite in recent months.\n\n\n\nThis concert will also feature the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble\, under the direction of Dr. Bill Shaltis. Audiences are guaranteed to be exposed to new works and sounds that will leave them pondering for days and weeks to come on the beauty of the marimba.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE HARNSBERGER/JONES DUO \n\n\nAndy Harnsberger and Caitlin Jones are currently in demand as marimba soloists and guest clinicians across the United States. Together\, as The Harnsberger/Jones Duo\, they are proponents for the advancement of marimba repertoire and frequently perform new works for a variety of audiences. Collectively\, their YouTube channels have amassed over 1.8 million views. They have performed and recorded together in a variety of settings\, and in 2023\, began officially performing together as a duo. In the 2024-2025 season\, they performed in Atlanta\, Richmond\, Florida\, Tennessee\, Virginia\, and Mississippi\, as well as recorded and released a brand new marimba duo work written specifically for The Harnsberger/Jones Duo\, “Promises Broken” by Adam Silverman. Dr. Harnsberger and Dr. Jones are performing artists and clinicians for Malletech Instruments. They teach at Lee University where Harnsberger serves as Director of Percussion Studies and Jones works in the Percussion Department.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-the-harnsberger-jones-duo-ft-the-university-of-memphis-percussion-ensemble/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS | Simon Joyner and The Nervous Stars + Leah Senior + Aquarian Blood
DESCRIPTION:Simon Joyner and The Nervous Stars x Leah Senior \nThe Green Room @ Crosstown Arts  \nFriday\, August 29\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7pm | Show starts at 7:30 pm \nTickets $18 in advance (plus fees) | $22 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nJoin us as singer-songwriter Simon Joyner reunites with Melbourne-based artists Leah Senior and Jesse Williams for a one-of-a-kind performance in the Crosstown Arts Green Room! \nSimon Joyner is a world-renowned American singer-songwriter from Omaha\, Nebraska who has released 19 albums on independent labels since the early 1990s. His earliest records were influential signposts of the Lo-Fi and home-taping movement which also produced contemporaries like Smog\, Lou Barlow\, Will Oldham and the Mountain Goats. He is now widely regarded as one of the great songwriters of our generation.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-simon-joyner-and-the-nervous-stars-leah-senior-aquarian-blood/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
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SUMMARY:Memphis Rox & Crosstown Arts Present: Memphis to the Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Our friends at Memphis Rox are bringing something special to Crosstown Theater Thursday September 4! \nJoin us for the world premiere of Memphis to the Mountain\, a new Hulu Original documentary following young climbers from Memphis Rox as they train and attempt to summit Mount Kenya. \nThursday\, September 4\nCrosstown Theater – 1350 Concourse Ave\, Memphis\, TN 38104\nDoors open 6:30 PM | Screening begins 7:00 PM \nWe’ll be showing two episodes (50 min each) the night before the Hulu release! \nFree & open to the public – reserve your spot now. https://bit.ly/45Up6HH
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/memphis-rox-crosstown-arts-present-memphis-to-the-mountain/
LOCATION:Crosstown Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
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SUMMARY:Focal Point Sunglasses Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Add some style to your weekend with the Sunglasses Pop-Up in the Central Atrium. On Friday\, September 5 from 10 AM–4 PM\, browse a wide selection of frames\, try on new looks\, and find the perfect pair to carry you into the new season. \n✨ Don’t miss this one-day event — your next favorite shades are waiting!
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/focal-point-sunglasses-pop-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250723T173059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T173059Z
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS: Deborah Swiney
DESCRIPTION:The Green Room @ Crosstown Arts \nFriday\, September 5\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7pm | Show begins at 7:30pm \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nPrepare yourself for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the melodies of The Great American Songbook and the smooth\, captivating rhythms of classic and enchanting Bossa Nova featuring the elegant and expressive vocals of Deborah Swiney\, joined by her band of highly accomplished musicians\, whose collective talent creates a rich tapestry of sound with special guest pianist and artist\, Dr. T.W. Sample. This isn’t just a concert\, but an immersive experience that will transport you into the heart of jazz’s golden age\, whether you are a jazz aficionado or a newcomer. Don’t miss this classy and memorable evening! \nFEATURING: \nDeborah Swiney (Vocals) \nDr. T.W. Sample (Piano) \nSylvester Sample (Bass) \nGerard Harris (Guitar) \nTerry Saffold (Drums) \nLannie McMillan (Sax/Flute)
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-deborah-swiney/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250904T143359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T143359Z
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SUMMARY:ALT72 Live at Crosstown Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Head to Crosstown Brewing and enjoy local band\, Alt72. Chuck\, Tim\, and Ted Weirich and bandmate Mark Leberte play a selection of cover tunes and some of their obscure favs. It’s the perfect setting to hang with friends and enjoy a craft beer from Memphis’ best local brewery!
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/alt72-live-at-crosstown-brewing-co/
LOCATION:Crosstown Brewing Co.\, 1264 Concourse Avenue\, memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250904T142048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T142048Z
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SUMMARY:Keenya Creates – “Reclaim My Name” LISTENING SESSION & CELEBRATION
DESCRIPTION:The Memphis Listening Lab hosts artist Keenya Creates for a special evening. Read more about the event in the artist’s own words. \n——————– \n“Our crown has already been bought and paid for. All we have to do is wear it.” -James Baldwin \n“Reclaim My Name” is the story behind every other song I’ve written. It’s a personal take on a common challenge\, the challenge to reclaim one’s self in a society designed to blind us to the truth of who we are. \nPlease join me on September 6th at 6 PM as I share this new song and other selections. \nMy desire is that we’ll listen and converse\, see and be seen\, and leave feeling lighter with our heads held higher✨
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/keenya-creates-reclaim-my-name-listening-session-celebration/
LOCATION:Memphis Listening Lab\, 1350 Concourse Ave\, Suite 269\, memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250723T173420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T003853Z
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SUMMARY:Crosstown Arts presents: Welcome to Neosoulville: LIVE
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Welcome to Neosoulville: LIVE\nTHE GREEN ROOM @ CROSSTOWN ARTS\nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 6\, 2025\nDOORS OPEN AT 7:00PM | SHOW STARTS AT 7:30PM\nTICKETS $25 IN ADVANCE (PLUS FEES) | $35 AT THE DOOR\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nStep inside the soul of the city with the debut of Welcome to Neosoulville: LIVE– a one-of-a-kind music and conversation experience curated by singer/songwriter and soulpreneur Tonya Dyson. Inspired by her acclaimed radio show on WYXR\, this new live series blends performance and storytelling into an unforgettable evening. \nThe night kicks off with a short set from Tonya alongside a dynamic house band\, setting the tone for what’s to come. She then sits down for an intimate\, unscripted interview with a special guest- an artist whose work shapes and reflects the culture. After the conversation\, the guest takes the stage to perform a full set backed by the house band. From behind-the-scenes stories to soul-stirring live music\, Welcome to Neosoulville: LIVE invites you to experience artistry in its realest form.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-welcome-to-neosoulville-live/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250908T202350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T202513Z
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SUMMARY:WYXR Stereo Sessions: The Hotdogs
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Memphis Listening Lab for a special Stereo Session featuring The Hot Dogs. Experience the band’s album the way it was meant to be heard—on vinyl\, through world-class speakers\, in a space built for deep listening. \n 
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/wyxr-stereo-sessions-the-hotdogs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250908T202829Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Talks: September 11
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 11\n6–8 PM\nThe Galleries at Crosstown Arts\nFree and open to the public\n\nJoin us for a special evening with exhibiting artists Alexandra Rose\, Anthony George\, Tad Lauritzen Wright\, Andres Arauz\, and Abby Meyers as they discuss their current work on view at Crosstown Arts. \nThis is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the artists about their processes\, inspirations\, and the ideas behind their exhibitions. Whether you’re deeply involved in the local art scene or just starting to explore\, you’ll gain meaningful insight into the creative minds shaping contemporary art in Memphis. \nFree and open to all-come connect with the artists and the art.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/artist-talks-september-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250903T211521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T211521Z
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SUMMARY:Crosstown Arts Presents - 100 Days of Blues: “The Blues Society”
DESCRIPTION:Meet us in the Crosstown Arts Theater for a special Memphis experience!\n\nIn 1960s Memphis\, Blues masters and Beatniks created The Memphis Country Blues Festival (1966-1970)\, an event that rocked the foundations of a conservative world. This documentary weaves together hypnotic and unforgettable performances with animation\, archival images\, and a chorus of diverse voices\, creating a moving image mixtape that  celebrates the music of Furry Lewis\, Rev. Robert Wilkins\, and Bukka White while re-evaluating the era.\n\nDirected by Augusta Palmer\, the daughter of one of the festival organizers\, The Blues Society is a kaleidoscopic documentary that asks viewers to draw their own conclusions about the events presented. Winner of an Audience Award at Indie Memphis and best Documentary at the Oxford Film Festival\, the film encourages viewers to ask questions about race\, music\, and American culture and to reconsider their preconceptions about Blues music\, Blues culture\, and Blues history.\n\nThis screening will be followed by a panel discussion with director Augusta Palmer\, appearing with iconic festival participants Jimmy Crosthwait\, Misty Blue Lavender (also known as Marcia Hare)\, and Chris Wimmer.\n\n\n\nLearn more about the film through their Facebook page.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-100-days-of-blues-the-blues-society/
LOCATION:Crosstown Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250828T185025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T185025Z
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SUMMARY:Video Game Day with Tech901!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Video Game Day with Tech901! Date: September 12\, 2025 Location: Tech901 at Crosstown Concourse \n \nJoin Tech901 students\, alumni\, and staff for a laid-back afternoon of gaming fun in honor of National Video Game Day! This low-lift\, high-fun event will feature: \n\n\nStudent- and alumni-brought consoles\, gaming PCs\, RetroPie systems\, and more \n\n\nClassic favorites on the Nintendo in our lobby \n\n\nMultiplayer setups using classroom tables\, projectors\, and extra screens \n\n\nThis isn’t a competition—just a chance to unwind\, connect\, and geek out over games we love. \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/video-game-day-with-tech901/
LOCATION:Tech901\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Ste. 375\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250908T205845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T205845Z
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SUMMARY:Carla Thomas – Vinyl Release
DESCRIPTION:Experience soul royalty up close on September 12\, 6:00–8:00 PM at the Memphis Listening Lab. Join us for an exclusive listening session of Carla Thomas’ iconic vinyl — a moment to connect with her timeless voice and storied Memphis legacy.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/carla-thomas-vinyl-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250908T205520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T163606Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Masters: Jerry Weldon and Ted Ludwig Trio ft. Pat Bianchi & Stephen Pruitt
DESCRIPTION:Modern Masters: Jerry Weldon and Ted Ludwig Trio feat. Pat Bianchi and Stephen Pruitt \nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts \nFriday\, September 12\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door | $10 student tickets \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nJerry Weldon is an internationally recognized Modern Master of saxophone. Come for an evening of incredible music by Weldon and the Amazing Organ Quartet featuring: \nJerry Weldon\, Saxophone (Harry Connick Jr) NYC \nPat Bianchi\, Organ (Pat Martino Trio) NYC \nStephen Pruitt\, Drums ( Eddie Gomez Trio) OKC \nTed Ludwig\, Guitar (Curator) \nJERRY WELDON \nVeteran sax man Jerry Weldon\, has been on the jazz scene for more than 40 years. Jerry\, a native New Yorker\, joined Lionel Hampton’s Orchestra in 1981 upon graduating from Rutgers Jazz Program. In 1990\, Weldon became a charter member and featured soloist in Harry Connick Jr.’s newly formed big band and was seen daily on Connick’s daytime television program\, HARRY. During his tenure with Hampton & Connick\, Jerry toured extensively in the U.S. and Canada\, as well as Europe\, Asia\, Australia and appeared on dozens of television programs. In addition to his own band\, Weldon has worked\, toured and recorded with a host of jazz greats including: Jack McDuff\, Jimmy McGriff\, Joey DeFrancesco\, George Cables\, Jimmy Cobb\, Roy Haynes\, George Benson\, Earl Klugh and Mel Tormé. With more sideman sides than he can count and eleven CD’s as a leader\, Jerry’s latest\, recording is “Those Were the Days.”
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/modern-masters-jerry-weldon-and-ted-ludwig-trio-ft-pat-bianchi-stephen-pruitt/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063909
CREATED:20250723T174426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T195535Z
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SUMMARY:CROSSTOWN ARTS PRESENTS: Amy LaVere with Will Sexton
DESCRIPTION:Amy LaVere with Will Sexton (6 PM SHOW) \nThe Green Room @ Crosstown Arts \nSaturday\, September 13\, 2025 \nDoors open at 5:30 PM | Show at 6:00 PM \nTickets $20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nJoin Memphis-based artists Amy Lavere and Will Sexton as they take the stage to record a live-in-concert album! This captivating duo combines noir-tinged groove and whip- smart songwriting to create spellbinding performances. Witness an intimate\, unforgettable night of music in a rare live-album recorded performance! \nMemphis based artists\, Amy LaVere and Will Sexton have been music collaborators and touring companions for 11 years. The quality of their craft\, the miles traveled and their original catalog is ever growing. LaVere’s storytelling and songwriting is barbed and sharp\, a delightful contrast to her sweet soprano vocals and smooth upright bass playing. The dark and charming writerhas released seven solo recordings and has collaborated with many other artists. Her latest project is slated for release in April of 2025 and she’s currently working on her first novel\, a work of ‘near fiction’ she calls it. Over the past three decades\, Will Sexton has grown into a skilled musical polymath: an esteemed writer\, producer\, session player and solo artist with a string of acclaimed LPs to his credit. Sexton’s seasoned guitar playing and velvet vocals are a superb fit to LaVere’s distinctive talent.
URL:https://crosstownconcourse.com/event/crosstown-arts-presents-amy-lavere-with-will-sexton/
LOCATION:The Green Room
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