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Heather Headley with Western Piedmont Symphony
Heather Headley with Western Piedmont Symphony

An Appalachian Summer
Sunday, July 13, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

Tony and Grammy winner Heather Headley, accompanied by Western Piedmont Symphony and a 12-piece choir, performs a selection of popular tunes from the Broadway and pop songbooks. “Heather Headley is among the top singers with a vocal that absolutely astounds with its intensity… This woman is one of the great entertainers of the day, on record and on stage.” – Billboard Magazine

Featured events

  • Ranky Tanky with Ms. Lisa Fischer
    Jul
    6
    Ranky Tanky with Ms. Lisa Fischer

    An Appalachian Summer

    Sunday, July 6, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Ranky Tanky (a Gullah phrase for “get funky”), whose jazz-influenced arrangements of traditional Gullah music NPR calls “lively, soulful honey to the ears” joins forces with Grammy winner Lisa Fischer, who the Minneapolis Star Tribune says brings “soul, jazz, rock, gospel, folk, pop, and classical … [and] cuts loose with funk and fierceness and rocks with abandon.”

  • The Helene and Stephen Weicholz Global Film Series: “Arzé” (2024)
    Jul
    8
    The Helene and Stephen Weicholz Global Film Series: “Arzé” (2024)

    An Appalachian Summer

    Tuesday, July 8, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Arzé, a single mother, takes her teenage son on a journey across sectarian Beirut in search of their stolen scooter, their only source of livelihood. Join us for a brief post-show talkback with film series curator Dale Pollock, as he discusses the movie in deeper context.

  • ARTtalk: “Mindful Meditations,” cellist Joshua Roman
    Jul
    9
    ARTtalk: “Mindful Meditations,” cellist Joshua Roman

    An Appalachian Summer

    Wednesday, July 9, 2025
    1 p.m.

    Cellist, composer and curator Joshua Roman will discuss “Mindful Meditation,” a conversation born from a larger project, Immunity, which delves into his experiences with long Covid, the physical and mental work required for his return to the stage, and how he can help others move beyond their own limitations.

  • Tessa Lark (violin), Joshua Roman (cello), and Edgar Meyer (double bass)
    Jul
    9
    Tessa Lark (violin), Joshua Roman (cello), and Edgar Meyer (double bass)

    An Appalachian Summer

    Wednesday, July 9, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Grammy-nominated violinst Tessa Lark, acclaimed cellist Joshua Roman, and virtuoso bassist Edgar Meyer combine talents for an unparalleled evening of music.

  • 23rd Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium
    Jul
    10
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    23rd Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium
    July 10 - 16, 2025

    The 23rd Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium, supported by the Claims Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, the Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium Endowment, and the local Jewish community, will be held at the Appalachian State University. This year’s theme is “Rescue during the Holocaust: The Power of Courage.” We will explore exciting and emotional stories of rescue during the Holocaust to better understand the dire situation of European Jews leading up to, during, and after the Holocaust.

  • Joan Osborne & Lisa Loeb
    Jul
    11
    Joan Osborne & Lisa Loeb

    An Appalachian Summer

    Friday, July 11, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Lisa Loeb and Joan Osborne, two unmistakable voices of the ’90s,team up for a special evening marking the 30th anniversaries of their breakthrough albums — Loeb’s “Tails” and Osborne’s “Relish.” Revisit the songs that shaped a generation, alongside new music and career-spanning fan favorites.

  • 39th Rosen Sculpture Walk
    Jul
    12
    39th Rosen Sculpture Walk

    An Appalachian Summer

    Saturday, July 12, 2025
    10 a.m.

    The nationally recognized Rosen Sculpture Competition and Exhibition has showcased contemporary American sculpture in outdoor settings across the university campus for the last 39 years. Join juror Joseph Bigley as he leads the outdoor tour of the 10 sculptures he selected as finalists for this year’s competition.

  • Heather Headley with Western Piedmont Symphony
    Jul
    13
    Heather Headley with Western Piedmont Symphony

    An Appalachian Summer

    Sunday, July 13, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Tony and Grammy winner Heather Headley, accompanied by Western Piedmont Symphony and a 12-piece choir, performs a selection of popular tunes from the Broadway and pop songbooks. “Heather Headley is among the top singers with a vocal that absolutely astounds with its intensity… This woman is one of the great entertainers of the day, on record and on stage.” – Billboard Magazine

  • Peabo Bryson
    Jul
    16
    Peabo Bryson

    An Appalachian Summer

    Wednesday, July 16, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Possessing a beautifully rich, almost operatic voice, two-time Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson celebrates 50 years in music. Viewed in touring and pop culture as one of music’s iconic vocalists, Bryson has earned two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, eight Grammy nominations, five gold albums, 25 top 20 singles, and six #1 singles. His newest album, “Missing You,” is his 20th.

  • Alonzo King LINES Ballet: “Deep River”
    Jul
    19
    Alonzo King LINES Ballet: “Deep River”

    An Appalachian Summer

    Saturday, July 19, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Alonzo King LINES Ballet travels to Boone with a soulful work created in collaboration with Grammy Award®-winning vocalist Lisa Fischer and Kennedy Center Artistic Director for Jazz Jason Moran. At the forefront of artistic innovation in ballet, the celebrated San Francisco-based company is recognized for its impeccable technique, captivating dancers, and rich visual works.

  • The 5 Browns
    Jul
    23
    The 5 Browns

    An Appalachian Summer

    Wednesday, July 23, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    The 5 Browns are a classical ensemble consisting of five pianos whose repertoire ranges from beloved concert hall staples to lesser known works.

  • Pink Martini featuring China Forbes
    Jul
    26
    Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

    An Appalachian Summer

    Saturday, July 26, 2025
    7:30 p.m.

    Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop – Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks. Thirty years later, Pink Martini still tours the world, singing in 22 languages at opera houses, concert halls, film festivals, museums, and fashion shows.

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Peabo Bryson
Peabo Bryson

An Appalachian Summer
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

Possessing a beautifully rich, almost operatic voice, two-time Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson celebrates 50 years in music. Viewed in touring and pop culture as one of music’s iconic vocalists, Bryson has earned two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, eight Grammy nominations, five gold albums, 25 top 20 singles, and six #1 singles. His newest album, “Missing You,” is his 20th.

Exhibitions

  • Threading: Contemporary Art of Thailand
    Jul
    3
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    Dec
    6
    Threading: Contemporary Art of Thailand
    Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
  • Image and Music: John Cohen
    Jun
    6
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    Dec
    13
    Image and Music: John Cohen
    Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
  • I Remember: Elizabeth Stone
    Jun
    6
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    Nov
    1
    I Remember: Elizabeth Stone
    Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
  • 39th Rosen Sculpture Competition and Exhibition
    May
    24
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    May
    10
    39th Rosen Sculpture Competition and Exhibition
    Turchin Center for the Visual Arts
  • Webs of Significance: Center Award & Grant Winners
    May
    2
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    Oct
    4
    Webs of Significance: Center Award & Grant Winners
    Turchin Center for the Visual Arts

Ongoing events

  • An Appalachian Summer
    Jun
    28
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    Jul
    26
    An Appalachian Summer
  • 23rd Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium
    Jul
    10
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    16
    23rd Annual Martin and Doris Rosen Symposium
  • Fall Family Weekend
    Sep
    5
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    7
    Fall Family Weekend
  • Homecoming 2025
    Oct
    13
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    18
    Homecoming 2025
View all exhibitions and ongoing events

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Alonzo King LINES Ballet: “Deep River”
Alonzo King LINES Ballet: “Deep River”

An Appalachian Summer
Saturday, July 19, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

Alonzo King LINES Ballet travels to Boone with a soulful work created in collaboration with Grammy Award®-winning vocalist Lisa Fischer and Kennedy Center Artistic Director for Jazz Jason Moran. At the forefront of artistic innovation in ballet, the celebrated San Francisco-based company is recognized for its impeccable technique, captivating dancers, and rich visual works.

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