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Nashville International Chopin Piano Competition
2023-10-14 09:00 - 2023-10-15 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Vanderbilt University Blair School of Music, Martha Rivers Ingram Center at Blair, 2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville, TN, 37212, United States
The enchanting melodies of Chopin will fill the air as young piano pianists from around the world gather for the highly anticipated Nashville International Chopin Piano Competition. Set to take place on October 14th and 15th, 2023, this prestigious event promises to be a celebration of remarkable talent, showcasing the passion and dedication of 26 exceptionally talented pianists, all between the ages of 6 and 22.
October 14: ​​

9:00 am – 1:00 pm:

Ages 6 – 10

2:00 pm – 7:00 pm:

Ages 11 – 15

8:00 pm:​

Jury member piano recital​​

​​October 15:

9:00 am – 7:00 pm:

Ages 16 – 22

8:00 pm:

Award ceremony and winners’ concert

Tickets are available online at www.nashvillechopin.org

Jazz On The Cumberland
2023-10-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Nashville Cumberland Park, 592 South First Street, Nashville, TN, 37213, United States
JAZZ ON THE CUMBERLAND CONCERT SERIES, NASHVILLE

Welcome to our 12th annual Jazz On The Cumberland Concert Series, Nationally Ranked as the #1 Destination For Jazz In The City Of Nashville.
Free Family-Friendly and Open To The Public. Gates, Vendors, and a Variety Of Great Food Trucks Open at 4:00 pm.
Live Music Begins at 5:30 pm and Ends at 8:00 pm featuring local, regional, and national acts. There’s a Kid’s Fun Play Zone and Plenty Cool Shaded Seating. Bring Your Blanket or Lawn Chair (no tents) and Kick Back With Area Residents, Tourists, and Music Aficionados Alike.
Presented By Victor Chatman Productions and Nashville Metro Parks and Recreation. For vendor, sponsorship, or general Info email: jazzonthecumberland@gmail.com or call 615-731-9001

Essex County with Steve Dorff
2023-10-18 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Essex County with Steve Dorff – The Franklin Theatre
British brother trio Essex County is known for its fusion of gritty, masculine vocals, pristine family harmony, and irreverent guitar. The exclusive mix earned the “So Good” singers millions of streams, a spot atop multiple Spotify playlists, and invitations to perform at some of country music’s most prestigious venues and festivals, including Ryman Auditorium, Bluebird Café and headlining BMI’s Key West Songwriter’s Festival.
The men – Nate Bass, Mark Bass and Kieran Bass – have been performing together since they were children. Mark won U.K. Guitarist of the Year when he was 11 years old, awarded by a panel of celebrity judges. The brothers formed a group called Next of Kin, signed their first record deal and toured Europe with some of the world’s most known pop stars. They were finalists on “The X Factor” U.K. before coming to Nashville to pursue a career in country music.
In 2020, Essex County released their debut country single, “So Good,” which accumulated nearly 2 million streams and soared to the top of Spotify’s prestigious New Boots playlist. The song’s video stayed in the Top 10 on CMT for months. Propelled by that success, their EP, also called “So Good,” is the first and only video EP to debut on CMT. Later that year, their Christmas song “Last Christmas” was No. 1 on Spotify’s Country Christmas playlist for the entire holiday season.
Essex County released their follow-up, self-titled EP in the fall of 2022 while they were in England to play multiple, soldout theater shows and festivals. With an assortment of dates and genre-jumping music slated for the coming months, Essex County is poised to lead country music’s first British Invasion.
FT Live: New Country & Americana sponsored by Jackson®

Million Dollar Quartet
2023-10-19 19:00 - 2023-10-22 14:00, 2023-10-26 19:00 - 2023-10-29 14:00, 2023-11-02 19:00 - 2023-11-05 14:00 | Turner Theater, 230 Franklin Road - Inside The Factory at Franklin, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Studio Tenn – Million Dollar Quartet – Turner Theater
On Dec. 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins gathered for one night to play and sing; little did they know they were also making music history. A reporter who was there wrote, ‘This quartet could sell a million.’ Consequently, they were dubbed the Million Dollar Quartet. This was their only collaborative performance, a cultural flashpoint that caught rock ‘n’ roll at the moment of creation. Step inside the greatest jam session ever recorded with four of music’s most legendary musicians doing what they loved most: expressing life’s joy and sadness through song.
Million Dollar Quartet will have you rocking down memory lane with more than 20 chart-topping hits like “Blue Suede Shoes”, “Great Balls of Fire”, “I Walk the Line”, and “Hound Dog”.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter's Series: Mae Estes, Marti Dodson, & Autumn McEntire
2023-10-19 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Awarded Female Vocalist of the Year at the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Arkansas Country Music Awards, Mae Estes is the first artist to accomplish such in the history of the Awards. She looks forward to touring her debut EP, “Before the Record”, and recently reached her ultimate goal by debuting at the Grand Ole Opry on March 4, 2023.
Marti Lynn Dodson is a BMI award-winning singer/songwriter from Franklin Furnace, Ohio. Marti penned and performed 2 RIAA Certified Gold Singles in Saving Jane, and her music has been featured in shows and commercials on NBC, ABC, MTV, the WE network, Lifetime, and TLC.
Autumn McEntire comes from a country music legacy (aunt – Reba McEntire) and her love for music began when she was very young. She has landed cuts from some of her favorite up-and-coming artists Ashley McBryde, Lauren Alaina, Walker County, and many more.

Michael Martin Murphey
2023-10-20 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Michael Martin Murphey – The Franklin Theatre
Michael Martin Murphey’s musical journey has taken many unpredictable paths over the past 50 years. Topping the Pop, Country, Western and Bluegrass charts, Murphey has never been one to rest on his laurels. A loyal American son from Texas, Murphey is best known for his chart-topping hits “Wildfire,” Carolina In The Pines,” “What’s Forever For,” “Long Line of Love,” “Geronimo’s Cadillac”, “Cowboy Logic,” and many more across his 35 albums released to date.

JAZZMANIA
2023-10-21 18:00 | Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Please join JAZZMANIA on Saturday, October 21 for great music, food, and more!
Jazzmania is the Nashville Jazz Workshop’s Annual Jazz Party and Fundraiser, supporting the NJW’s mission of enriching people’s lives and building community through world-class jazz education and performance. Jazzmania is the Jazz Party of the Year, with great food, fun, and of course live jazz from some of the city’s finest musicians! This year’s event once again returns in person to Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin, downtown Franklin, Tennessee.

Brandon Heath
2023-11-01 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Brandon Heath – The Franklin Theatre, November 1
“Give Me Your Eyes” has recently taken on a whole new meaning for singer/songwriter Brandon Heath. The Platinum-certified hit is the biggest song of Heath’s career to date. Originally written as a plea for God to give him eyes to see those around him, these days, he’s asking for eyes to see himself the way the Father sees him. His shift in perspective comes after a season of personal wrestling. Although music will always play a defining role in Heath’s life, he says there was a time over the past few years when he asked the question: Do I want to continue being an artist?
“The ultimate question is ‘Who am I?’ because so much of my identity has been wrapped up in being an artist,” Heath clarifies. “I remember singing the song one day and it just dawning on me, God, how do You see me? I know that You say I’m Your child, but surely there’s more that You see in me than just being a good songwriter.”
It’s a hard thing for someone like Heath to admit. After all, he’s spent the better part of the last 15 years writing songs professionally. The Nashville native released his major label debut in 2006, amassing fans with his introspective vulnerability ripped straight from real life. With six studio albums, a Christmas record and five No. 1 singles to his credit, including the Platinum RIAA-certified “Give Me Your Eyes,” the singer has garnered five GRAMMY® nominations, an American Music Award nod and an Emmy Award. In addition, he’s earned eight Dove Awards, including two consecutive Male Vocalist honors and a win for Song of the Year. He’s also been recognized as a top lyricist in his field with numerous songwriting accolades, including being named BMI’s Songwriter of the Year.
Newly signed to both Centricity Music and Centricity Publishing, Heath is opening a fresh chapter. Not only is he partnering with a new label, but he’s collaborating with songwriters he’s never written with before and producers he hasn’t previously worked with. While almost everything in this season is different, one thing hasn’t changed, and that’s Heath’s uncanny ability to get underneath your skin with a lyric.
“I want to make sure I write songs that are uniquely me—not just the ones that make you want to play it again, but songs that make you go, ‘Oh wow, he just sang my story,’” Heath offers. “I think that is what makes people invest in an artist. It’s not just the songs they like on the radio. It’s cut three on the record that kind of makes you own that artist.”

Crystal Gale
2023-11-02 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Crystal Gale – The Franklin Theatre
Crystal was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry as a member in January 2017 by her sister Loretta Lynn. The Academy of Country Music recognized Crystal with the 2016 Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award for her lifetime achievements in country music. And in 2009 Crystal was honored to receive her own star on the fabled Hollywood Walk of Fame. These honors are fitting tributes to Crystal who has been a favorite of audiences of country and popular music since attaining national prominence with her first chart records in the mid-seventies. Renowned for her classic recording of her timeless signature song Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue, Crystal also scored with her multi-format hits You’ve Been Talking In Your Sleep, When I Dream, Half the Way and her duet with Eddie Rabbitt, Just You and I.

What the World Needs Now: The Music of Burt Bacharach
2023-11-03 14:00 - 2023-11-05 14:00 | Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park, 112 Everbright Avenue, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th-century popular music, Burt Bacharach has enjoyed major hits in all genres of music, including top 40, rhythm and blues, country, film scores and soundtracks. A six-time Grammy Award winner and three-time Oscar winner, Bacharach wrote more than 70 top 40 hits over his seven-decade career. He treasured his collaborations with fellow artists including Dionne Warwick, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones, The Carpenters, Aretha Franklin, Luther Vandross and Neil Diamond. Some of his timeless gems include “Raindrops keep falling on my Head, “I Say A Little Prayer,” “(They Long to Be) Close to you,” “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again,” Walk On By” and “That’s What Friends Are For.” Featuring four vocalists and a live band, What the World Needs Now: The Music of Burt Bacharach pays tribute to this legendary composer with a 90-minute original musical revue!
Tickets: Adults: $30 | Seniors (55+): $27.50
Performances:
Friday, November 3rd at 2pm **Pre-Show Lunch Package Available!**
Friday, November 3rd at 7pm
Saturday, November 4th at 7pm
Sunday, November 5th at 2pm
*Pre-Show Lunch package includes:
· 1 reserved seating ticket to the Friday, November 3rd 2pm performance of What the World Needs Now: The Music of Burt Bacharach
· Buffet lunch at the Williamson County Enrichment Center from 12:30 – 1:30, catered by Izzy’s Feel Good Food.

"Tonight's the Night" featuring Rob Caudill as Rod Stewart
2023-11-03 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
“Tonight’s the Night” featuring Rob Caudill as Rod Stewart – The Franklin Theatre
He’s got the high-definition jawline, the shock of spiky blonde hair, but most importantly, he has the nose. Vocally, his distinctive, naturally-raspy voice sounds like the legendary Stewart, and his range easily nails every high note from Stewart’s younger days. So, it’s no surprise that tribute artist Rob Caudill has carved out a career ‘recreating’ Rod Stewart. From belting out all of Rod’s greatest hits to kicking out soccer balls, to spinning mic stands – Caudill’s high energy show is a must-see event for people of all ages.

22nd Annual Wine Down Main Street
2023-11-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
22nd Annual Wine Down Main Street – November 4th, 2023
On Saturday, Nov. 4, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., downtown Franklin will once again come alive with toasts and cheers at Wine Down Main Street, a unique wine-tasting event that takes place along historic Main Street in Franklin, Tennessee.
The streets are closed to traffic; wines, beers and spirits, provided by Lipman Brothers, are poured in the charming shops; food samplings are provided by area restaurants; and local musicians entertain thousands of attendees along the way.
Wine Down Main Street benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee and has raised more than $2.4 million since its inception in support of youth ages 5-18.
Voted Best Fundraiser/Charity Event in The Sizzle Awards
A Rain or Shine Event!
Must be 21+ to enter and show a valid ID (sorry no children, babies or dogs allowed)
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGCMT) is a youth development organization that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the youth in our community. Our Clubs provide a safe place to learn and grow; ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals; life-enhancing programs and character development experiences; and hope and opportunity. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
The Clubs provide age appropriate programs for youth with the focus being Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship and Healthy Lifestyles. In the area of Academic Success, the Club supports members’ school success through such efforts as homework help and school readiness, engages members in fun, hands-on activities to practice and learn reading, writing, speaking, math and scientific inquiry and provides extra help for members who have difficulty mastering academic content and skills. Let’s Go Learn technology is used to provide automated, individualized diagnostic testing, data, reporting, and instruction to boost an individual Club member’s performance
More event details are below.

The Heart of Rock And Roll: America’s #1 tribute to Huey Lewis & The News
2023-11-05 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Heart of Rock & Roll is a top tier show band that goes beyond mere tribute with a Las Vegas level frontman who brings to life the look and sound of Huey Lewis so accurately, he’s fooled more than a few fans. It’s a non-stop multimedia ride through some of the biggest hits of the 80s and 90s in a colorful and exciting show complete with video elements, costume changes and fun audience interaction.

Denny Laine
2023-11-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Denny Laine – The Franklin Theatre
Denny Laine, two-time Grammy® Award winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® inductee, and founding member of both The Moody Blues and Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles band, Wings, will bring his intimate “Songs & Stories” show to The Franklin Theatre! The 90-minute “Songs & Stories” show features Denny performing solo acoustic versions of songs from his expansive career including his days with The Moody Blues, Ginger Baker’s Air Force, Wings and others.

Journey from the Heart
2023-11-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Journey from the Heart – The Franklin Theatre
Come celebrate the music of TWO of the greatest arena rock bands of all time! Ryan Christopher, former lead singer of Resurrection – A Journey Tribute, has spent 18 years wowing crowds with his impersonation of Steve “The Golden Voice” Perry. He recently debuted a new project, “JOURNEY from the Heart”. This new band celebrates the music of TWO of the most iconic rock bands in history, Journey AND Heart!
Starting the show is Shareen Ann, lead singer of Barracuda-America’s Heart Tribute. Shareen is one of the most talented leading ladies in the tribute market with her perfect portrayal of Ann Wilson of Heart. Shareen’s captivating vocals and commanding stage presence will leave you speechless as she revives beloved hits such as “Barracuda”, “Alone”, “Magic Man”, “What About Love”, “These Dreams”, and the show-stopper, “Crazy On You”. Ann’s sister and ‘guitar goddess’, Nancy Wilson, is portrayed by Maxi Werker, one of Nashville’s rising stars and luthier.
These POWERHOUSE vocalists are both backed by some of Nashville’s most accomplished musicians. ONE band with TWO amazing vocalists that will leave you breathless at the end of the night… they’re “JOURNEY from the Heart”!

David Nail
2023-11-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Hailing from Kennett, Missouri, David Nail is well-respected up and down Music Row. Some might even call him a “tour de force” as his songs pull no punches in evoking the demons with which he has wrestled through much of his life. The GRAMMY-nominated multi-platinum singer/songwriter’s early releases, I’m About To ComeAlive, The Sound Of A Million Dreams, I’m A Fire and Fighter, ignited his reputation as an innovator and creative risk-taker. David Nail & The Well Ravens was Nail’s next project that project liberated him and propelled him into his next adventure, his debut solo independent EPOh, Mother, a reflective piece of work. Of the title track, Rolling Stone noted that “the song creeps in like a sunrise — quiet, restrained cello and keys are the only underpinning for Nail’s powerful vocals at first. But then it slowly builds to something more massive and majestic.” That release was followed by Bootheel 2020 and Bootheel 2021, projects dedicated to the singer/songwriter’s hometown in the “bootheel” of Missouri. Nail plans on releasing more music, leaving behind any self-imposed restrictions. In Nail’s own words, “My philosophy has always been, I just hope to have a good enough year that I can have a next year while staying as true to myself as I possibly can.”

HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns with Small Town Fair and Special Guests
2023-11-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns with Small Town Fair and Special Guests – The Franklin Theatre
HeavyDrunk and The Heavy Horns return to the Franklin Theatre on November 10th supporting the new album, “You Don’t Know Me.” This is HeavyDrunk’s third full length recording and Rob revives the big soul band featuring plenty of brass and soulful background.

A Story To Tell…featuring Mavis Staples
2023-11-12 19:00 - 21:30 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Get ready to be mesmerized by the legendary Mavis Staples as she takes the stage. This in-person event is your chance to witness her soulful voice and captivating storytelling firsthand.
Mavis will be joined by Tommy Sims and Tom Douglas as well as other special guests. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the magic of Mavis Staples in an intimate setting. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night filled with music, memories, and a story that will touch your heart.
This event is a fundraiser for the African American Heritage Society.

Nick Lowe’s Quality Rock & Roll Revue
2023-11-12 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Nick Lowe’s Quality Rock & Roll Revue – The Franklin Theatre
Nick Lowe has made his mark as a producer (Elvis Costello-Graham Parker-Pretenders-The Damned), songwriter of at least three songs you know by heart, short-lived career as a pop star, and a lengthy term as a musicians’ musician. But in his current ‘second act’ as a silver-haired, tender-hearted but sharp-tongued singer-songwriter, he has no equal.
Starting with 1995′s ‘The Impossible Bird’ through to 2011′s ‘The Old Magic,’ Nick has turned out a fantastic string of albums, each one devised in his West London home, and recorded with a core of musicians who possess the same veteran savvy. Lowe brings wit and understated excellence to every performance, leading Ben Ratliff of the New York Times to describe his live show as “elegant and nearly devastating.”
Los Straitjackets are the leading practitioners of the lost art of the guitar instrumental. Using the music of the Ventures, The Shadows, and with Link Wray and Dick Dale as a jumping off point, the band has taken their unique, high energy brand of original rock & roll around the world. Clad in their trademark Lucha Libre Mexican wrestling masks, the “Jackets” have delivered their trademark guitar licks to 16 albums, thousands of concerts and dozens of films and TV shows.
Together Nick & The Straitjackets have toured extensively around Europe and the United States, and are releasing an EP of new songs in June 2017.

Redbird Common
2023-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 | TN
Redbird Common is a writers-in-the-round music series consisting of exclusively CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) artists and songwriters sharing their songs and the stories behind them.

The Franklin Theatre Songwriter's Series: Sierra Hull, Jim Lauderdale, Bobby Tomberlin, & Lillie Mae
2023-11-16 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
After making her Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 10, Sierra Hull played Carnegie Hall at age 12, then landed a deal with Rounder Records just a year later. Now, Hull is set to deliver her fourth full-length for Rounder: an elegantly inventive and endlessly captivating album called 25 Trips.
At any given time, you’re likely to find Jim Lauderdale making music, whether he’s laying down a new track in the studio or working through a spontaneous melody at his home in Nashville. Lauderdale has won two Grammys, released 34 full-length albums, and taken home the Americana Music Association’s coveted Wagonmaster Award.
CMA, ACM & Grammy nominee, Bobby Tomberlin, was raised in Luverne, Al and discovered by Mel Tillis and recently celebrated his 27th year as a staff songwriter for CURB Word Music. Bobby has had songs recorded by Blake Shelton, Willie Nelson, Barbra Streisand, Faith Hill, Josh Turner, and more.
Lillie Mae, a multi-talented musician, began performing with her family band at a young age and moved to Nashville. ​After early success with her group Jypsi, she found her niche as a studio musician collaborating with artists like Dwight Yoakam and Jack White

Lee Roy Parnell
2023-11-18 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Lee Roy Parnell – The Franklin Theatre
No Depression may have said it best when they called Lee Roy Parnell “a fine writer blessed with a rich, soulful vocal delivery and a blistering array of guitar chops drawn almost equally from Texas blues, Memphis soul, and Southern rock traditions.” After honing his skills over more than a decade of playing clubs in Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, and New York, the triple-threat Americana/Blues-Rock artist known for his guitar prowess (particularly slide guitar), smooth soul-drenched voice, and top-shelf songwriting skills laid a new foundation in Nashville. After earning a regular spot at the famed Bluebird Café and a publishing contract, Parnell launched his solo career on Arista Records, which produced many country hits including “A Little Bit Of You” (#1 hit); “What Kind of Fools Do You Think I Am” & “Tender Moment” (#2 hits), and four other Top 10 hits: “Love Without Mercy,” “On The Road,” “I’m Holding My Own,” and “Heart’s Desire.” Parnell has earned two GRAMMY® Award nominations for his instrumental tracks, “Cat Walk” (with Flaco Jiménez) and “Mama, Screw Your Wig On Tight” and was nominated for the CMA Vocal Event of the Year on “John the Revelator” (with The Fairfield Four). He has received widespread acclaim as a guitar slinger. Gibson has honored Parnell with the creation and production of the Lee Roy Parnell Signature ’57 Les Paul Goldtop guitar, modeled after the only guitar Parnell owned from the time he was 15 years old until he was well into his 30’s. During his storied career, Parnell has toured/collaborated with many music legends including The Allman Brothers Band, Merle Haggard, Delbert McClinton, and Bonnie Raitt. In 2011, Parnell was presented with his most cherished honor: being inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, joining the likes of such talented composers as Kris Kristofferson, Rodney Crowell, JD Souther, Willie Nelson, Guy Clark, and others. In 2017, Parnell released his first new album in over a decade — the highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed Midnight Believer — on Vector Recordings/BFD. Parnell produced the album and co-wrote all 10 songs with award-winning songwriter Greg Barnhill, including the poignant, yet hopeful “Sunny Days,” which features a special guest appearance by The Fairfield Four. Midnight Believer made All Music’s “Best of 2017 Favorite Blues Albums” list. In addition to solo Midnight Believer Tour dates, Parnell is currently touring with Guitar Army, which also features fellow world-class guitarists John Jorgenson and Joe Robinson.

Sunday Swing
2023-11-19 15:00 - 17:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Put on your dancing shoes and join us at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center for Sunday Swing on Sunday, November 19th, 2023, featuring Middle Tennessee’s premier big band, 5 Points Swing, under the direction of Chuck Hamilton. Each ticket includes a complimentary dance lesson at 2:30pm, followed by dancing accompanied by the 5 Points Swing Band from 3:00-5:00pm. Dance floor provided.

Black Friday | Jazz: 9 Volt Romeo Band
2023-11-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Arrington Vineyards, 6211 Patton Road, Arrington, TN, 37014, United States
Black Friday | Jazz: 9 Volt Romeo Band | Arrington Vineyards

Live Jazz on the Hillside Stage
9 Volt Romeo Band
12 – 4 pm
Food Truck
Mac Shack
12 – 4 pm
Business Hours
11 am – 8 pm
Food available from Simply Living Life all-day

2nd Annual Muscle Shoals to Main Street
2023-11-28 18:00 - 20:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Legendary and award-winning songwriters and performers, bringing an intimate evening of acoustic entertainment in downtown Franklin.
Legendary and award-winning songwriters and performers will be traveling from Muscle Shoals to Main Street, at the historic Franklin Theatre, for a night of music, memories and stories. The songwriters lineup for this event includes Chris Tompkins, Mark Narmore and Walt Aldridge.
Chris Tompkins – Chris Tompkins has co-written songs for pop, rock and country artists Jimmy Buffett, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean and Nickelback and has written charting singles for artists such as Kenny Chesney, Florida Georgia Line and Tim McGraw. He has won two Grammy Awards for Best Country Song, first for “Before He Cheats” sung by Carrie Underwood, and also for Underwood’s song “Blown Away”. Tompkins has written 16 number one hits, and he won Songwriter of the Year by the Alabama Music Hall of Fame in 2007.
Mark Narmore – Mark Narmore is a pure-bred Muscle Shoals songwriter, singer and keyboard man. He is famous for his rousing performances which include the stories behind his hits such as “Moon Over Georgia” and “That’s What I Love About Sunday” plus favorites like “Neil Young on the Prayer List” and has garnered over 100 recordings of his songs during his 30-year career at companies that span from Rick Hall’s Fame Publishing to Reba McEntire’s Starstruck Music. He has worked with Michael McDonald, Neil Diamond, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and John Anderson.
Walt Aldridge – Walt Aldridge has written dozens of hit country songs including the number one hits “There’s No Gettin’ Over Me” by Ronnie Milsap, “‘Till You’re Gone” by Barbara Mandrell, “Holding Her and Loving You” by Earl Thomas Conley, “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde” by Travis Tritt, and “I Loved Her First” by Heartland. He is listed as a “Music Achiever” by the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, which is a precursor to future induction and has been awarded a star on their Walk of Fame. In the late 1980s, he sang lead vocals in the band The Shooters. He worked for 17 years at Fame Recording Studio in Muscle Shoals as a producer, songwriter and back-up musician. The studio was the subject of the 2013 documentary film Muscle Shoals.
The talented Roy Laws will be live painting the historic Main Street marquee of The Franklin Theatre, during the performance, which will be auctioned off with proceeds benefiting My Friends House. A portion of the proceeds from this event will also benefit My Friends House. My Friends House’s mission is to serve neglected, abused or at-risk boys, ages 12-18, in State custody by offering a home-like environment with a balance of safety, structure, encouragement, care and expectations. Their mission continues in advocating for each resident that they be given the opportunity to recover from the adverse situation and become successful young adults. Learn more at: myfriendshousetn.org
Exclusive VIP Afterparty: $50 Ticket Add-On (Includes admission to the VIP Afterparty, a meet and greet with the songwriters, drinks and more!)
*Cash Bar and Refreshments will be available during the show.

Christmas with the Celts
2023-11-29 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Christmas with the Celts – The Franklin Theatre
Celebrating 12 years of successful national touring, Christmas with the Celts performs a wonderful combination of timeless ancient Irish Christmas Carols and lively Irish dance with modern contemporary songs but with Irish instrumentation. New Christmas hits, Celts originals and fresh Irish Dance tunes are added to the show each year so that no 2 years are the same. Always a pleasant surprise.
This year Christmas with the Celts will introduce top Irish musicians Patrick D’Arcy from Dublin and Fiachra O’Regan from Connemara, Ireland. These two have performed with Bono of U2, Sting, Quincy Jones, The Waterboys, Bill Whelan of Riverdance, just to name a few. Also, featured will be the haunting vocals of beautiful singer/fiddler Luisa Marion.

A Gary Morris Holiday Show
2023-11-30 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
A Gary Morris Holiday Show – The Franklin Theatre
Gary Morris is known world-wide for his vocal mastery, able to hold audiences mesmerized and overwhelmed by the pure beauty and inspiration of his voice. ​His recording career garnered five #1 and 16 Top 10 singles, including “Why Lady Why,” “The Love She Found in Me,” “Baby Bye Bye.” Morris’ original rendition of the classic “Wind Beneath My Wings” won both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music “Song of the Year” awards. Morris was also named Billboard’s “Male Artist of the Year” early in his career.

Star Bright presents A Christmas Carol the Musical
2023-12-01 19:00 - 2023-12-03 14:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
The Star Bright Players Fall 2023 production is A Christmas Carol the Musical, the spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens’ most well-known story by Broadway heavy hitters Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens. We are thrilled to be offering this holiday classic to our community! Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful “Happy Christmas” before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him.
December 1 – 7 PM
December 2 – 2 PM and 7 PM
December 3 – 2 PM
