Sophie B. Hawkins
2022-10-09 19:30 (America/Chicago) | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Sophie B. Hawkins in Downtown Franklin at
The Franklin Theatre on October 9th
Much more than just a singer, Grammy-nominated Sophie B. Hawkins writes all her own songs, is a multi-instrumentalist, and has been fully involved in every aspect of the production of her records herself, from background vocals and playing her own instruments, to engineering and production of her albums. She has proved an enduring artist with a fierce commitment to artistic integrity while both constantly evolving and remaining steadfastly true to her own authentic history and experience which connects her to her fans at the very deepest levels.
Sophie burst onto the international music scene with her 1992 platinum-selling debut album, Tongues and Tails, which included the indelible hit song Damn, I Wish I Was Your Lover, and earned her a Best New Artist Grammy nomination. The last three decades have brought multiple awards, sold out concerts, appearances on film and television, performances with some of the best known names in the business, a documentary feature, a critically-lauded tour-de-force performance as Janis Joplin in the nationally-touring play Room 105, songs appearing in hit films and TV shows, and five more albums, including Whaler, which featured the record-breaking longest-running single in Billboard Adult Contemporary chart history, the Number One hit, As I Lay Me Down.
Visit www.sophiebhawkins.com/bio for more about Sophie.
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Haunted Like Human | Nick Nace | Sara Jean Kelley @ the Mockingbird Theater
2022-10-13 19:00 - 22:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Doors with Full bar and food at 5 p.m.
Show starts at 7 p.m./ $10 tickets.
Nashville duo Haunted Like Human delves into inspired songwriting, sparse arrangements, and frisson-inducing harmonies that mark their music. With a background in poetry and prose, Dale Chapman’s granular focus on language is simpatico with Cody Clark’s background in classical guitar, where each note carries its own weight. Limned with nostalgia, soaked in Southern gothic lore, the duo meticulously assembles songs to preserve the spirit of the stories they tell.
Praise for Tall Tales & Fables:
“… resembles the wisdom a grey sparrow might sing you after it lands on a fence from a long flight north.” – American Songwriter
“Take a cup of orchestrated folk, sprinkle in some angelic harmonies, and pour in full-bodied production and you get the earthy joy of this Nashville duo.” – Glide Magazine
“Engaging, honest, intimate and haunting.” – At The Barrier
“Tall Tales & Fables requires the listener’s full attention to appreciate properly Haunted Like Human’s poignant, sparse musical style.” – AmericanaUK
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Paula Cole
2022-10-15 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Seven-time Grammy-nominated Paula Cole, known for timeless hits “Where Have All The Cowboys Gone,” and “I Don’t Want to Wait,” returns to The Franklin Theatre on October 15th.
Paula Cole has never been afraid of speaking complex truths. With a musical catalog defined by honest and deeply personal lyrics carried by her powerful, radiant voice, Cole has always had a gift for discerning the underlying humanity in stories from her own life as well as those around her, and channeling those emotional elements into captivating music. On her latest record, Cole has applied this natural insight to American history and musical roots traditions by interpreting a selection of classic songs – each of which provide an entry point for rediscovering the overlooked stories and figures that populate America’s interwoven cultural lineage.
FT Live sponsored by Jackson.

An Evening with John Chisum & Friends
2022-10-16 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
AN EVENING OF MUSIC FOR A LIFETIME OF LEARNING
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment with long-time Christian singer-songwriter John Chisum and a fantastic array of his friends!
“An Evening with John Chisum & Friends” is going to be upbeat, fun, entertaining, worshipful, and diverse. Designed as an elegant evening at the historic downtown Franklin Theatre, John will be performing many of his classic hits backed by a top-shelf rhythm section and singers to support Hands Across the Sea, a children’s literacy organization serving over 850 schools in the Eastern Caribbean.
John is known for his humor and easy-going nature, as well as for decades of writing and recording his unique brand of praise and worship music. His songs have been recorded by many well-known worship leaders such as Don Moen, Ron Kenoly, the Gaither Vocal Band, and many others popular the world over.
His two Integrity Hosanna! Music recordings Firm Foundation (1994) and Come Expecting Jesus (2001) established him as a popular worship leader worldwide. Songs from these recordings have been woven into the fabric of worship globally, appearing in hymnals, and sung by thousands of churches and by innumerable worshipers.
John continues to empower aspiring songwriters through his company Nashville Christian Songwriters (nashvillechristiansongwriters.com). Through the podcast Song Revolution with John Chisum, he has established himself as an engaging show host in 150 episodes and counting, featuring well-known artists such as NEEDTOBREATHE, Kari Jobe, Matt Maher, Matthew West, Kim Walker-Smith, Jason Gray, and dozens more.

He has also recently launched johnchisum.com with a new podcast All the Best with John Chisum. The show is designed to help listeners live a more creative and fulfilling life by exploring faith, spirituality, self-help, motivation, and wellness. You can listen on all streaming outlets such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and more.

ABOUT JOHN’S FRIENDS
Don Moen has led worship on every continent except Antarctica. A prolific songwriter, Don has recorded dozens of top-selling worship albums with Integrity’s Hosanna! Music and has directed hundreds more. He’s appeared with popular artists such as Chris Tomlin, Darlene Zschech, Twila Paris, Paul Baloche, and many others. He has been inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame and has received the Ray DeVries Church Ministry Award. Don is as popular overseas as he is at home in the U.S. His travels for concerts and seminars have taken him to Ghana, South Africa, Singapore, the Philippines, South Korea, Brazil, Canada, Australia, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Guatemala, Honduras, and elsewhere. Today, Don is President of Don Moen Productions in Nashville, Tennessee, where he resides with his wife Laura and five children.
John also welcomes 20-year old Coby James, a Centricity Music artist (Lauren Daigle, Andrew Peterson, Katy Nichole, Jason Gray) whose mad guitar skills and skillful vocals land him in the legacy of artists such as John Mayer and Ed Sheeran. Joined by Motown/Capitol Christian Music artist Evvie McKinney on his latest single, Shackles, a remake of the classic Mary Mary hit, Coby shows why he’s an artistic force in the making for years to come.

Additional guests will be added but may be subject to change.
ABOUT HANDS ACROSS THE SEA
All proceeds after expenses for this event will go to support Hands Across the Sea (handsacrossthesea.org), a children’s literacy organization that provides new books and other resources to over 850 schools and communities in the Eastern Caribbean. John and his wife, Donna, have supported Hands Across the Sea for over a decade. In 2018 they witnessed the effectiveness of this organization first hand as they traveled to St. Lucia to lead a service project to paint a kindergarten in the rainforest. Executive Director, Amanda Sherlip, is joining us from Boston, MA, to represent the organization.
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Academy of St. Martin in The Fields Chamber Ensemble
2022-10-21 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Academy Chamber Ensemble was formed in 1967, drawing its membership from the world-renowned chamber orchestra the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, which was itself founded by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 and is currently led by Music Director Joshua Bell. The purpose behind the formation of the Chamber Ensemble was to perform the larger scale chamber music repertoire with players who customarily worked together, instead of the usual string quartet with additional guests. Drawn from the principal players of the orchestra and play-directed by Academy Director / Leader Tomo Keller, the Chamber Ensemble now performs in multiple configurations from wind trios to string octets. Its touring commitments are extensive and include regular tours of Europe and North America, whilst recording contracts with Philips Classics, Hyperion, and Chandos have led to the release of over thirty CDs.
The Academy Chamber Ensemble’s October 2018 tour of the United States and Canada is supported by Maria Cardamone and Paul Matthews, together with the American Friends of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. The American Friends was founded in 1998 to support the work of the Academy around the world, particularly in the USA. Find out more at www.asmf.org.
Chamber Ensemble
Tomo Keller, Violin
Harvey De Souza, Violin
Jennifer Godson, Violin
Martin Burgess, Violin
Robert Smissen, Viola
Fiona Bonds, Viola
Stephen Orton, Cello
Will Schofield, Cello
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Jazzmania
2022-10-22 18:00 - 22:00 | THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
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 the event returns in-person to Liberty Hall in The Factory at Franklin. Performances will showcase the range of musical talent from youthful artists to seasoned pros, capped off with hot salsa from the fabulous Giovanni Rodriguez and friends!

Please join us on October 22 for great music, food, and more!
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Music & Whiskey
2022-10-22 18:30 - 22:00 | Leiper’s Fork Distillery, 3381 Southall Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Leiper’s Fork Distillery Presents an Evening of Music & Whiskey
Come join us for a Stillhouse Sessions at Leiper’s Fork Distillery featuring Jenny Teator “Whiskey With Me” Kickoff Tour and duo Striking Matches.
“Rock and roll with a hint of soul.” That’s how Jenny Teator describes her music. A lifelong songwriter, Jenny’s music is defined by uniquely soulful vocal melodies, a clever combination of blues, rock and country guitar riffs, and beats that make anyone dance. Jenny Teator thrives off the grind and never stops pushing forward. A natural love for entertaining people epitomizes her passion and authenticity. When asked what impact she intends to have on the music industry, Jenny simply responded, “break the mold.” Her list of superlatives continues to grow, traveling the country with The Nashville Trio putting on acoustic house concerts, sharing the stage with acts like Cowboy Mouth and Candlebox with her full band, among many others along the way. Her song “Daughter of the Devil” was recently featured in HBO’s “The Hype” and she’s had other placements on CBS’s “The Young and the Restless.”
We are also pleased to annouce duo Striking Matches! Sarah Zimmermann and Justin Davis, two gifted singers, guitarists, and songwriters team up to create Striking Matches, a Nashville-based duo whose music is a fresh combination of country, blues, and rock, with an approach that respects roots music traditions while making room for new musical thinking. Exploding onto the scene after 9 original songs were featured on the popular television drama “Nashville,” the duo captured audiences with what Vince Gill dubbed their “high octane” showmanship. In addition to “Nashville”, they have had songs in Grey’s Anatomy, American Idol, The Secret: Dare to Dream (starring Katie Holmes and Josh Lucas). Known for their prowess on their respective guitars, powerful individual lead vocals and captivating harmonies, this duo boasts a rabid international fanbase and also happily appears regularly in their own back yard of Nashville, TN at the historic Grand Ole Opry, and the Bluebird Cafe. Striking Matches will be releasing their highly anticipated new album in 2023.
Doors open at 6:30 pm and Show Starts at 8:00 pm. Some Picnic Tables will be available for open seating, but Bring Your Own Chair or blanket for a guaranteed seat. *Rain plan will be inside the Stillhouse and no outside chairs will be needed. There will be a Food Truck onsite and Leiper’s Fork Distillery’s bars will be available to purchase cocktails. VIP tickets offer meet and greet with Jenny and Striking Matches, preferred seating up front for concert, signed poster, and a private tasting of Leiper’s Fork Distillery’s spirits. General Admission tickets available as well at the door. Door Prize: Raffle tickets to win a custom engraved “Whiskey With Me” Leiper’s Fork Distillery Barrel Head. NO OUTSIDE COOLERS ALLOWED
About Leiper’s Fork Distillery
Leiper’s Fork Distillery is a small artisan distillery in Historic Leiper’s Fork, just a short drive from downtown Nashville and minutes from downtown Franklin. Leiper’s Fork Distillery’s goals are to bring back the history and heritage of small batch whiskey production to Williamson County. The distillery crafts premium spirits using mainly local ingredients and limestone filtered water to create superior spirits with a signature taste. The Still House Sessions will absolutely thrill whiskey and music lovers alike.
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Julie Fowlis
2022-10-23 13:00 - 17:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Julie Fowlis is a multi-award-winning Gaelic singer who is deeply influenced by her early upbringing in the Outer Hebridean island of North Uist. With a career spanning five studio albums and numerous high-profile collaborations, her ‘crystalline’ and ‘intoxicating’ vocals have enchanted audiences around the world.
Nominated as ‘Folk Singer of the Year’ at the 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, and ‘Best Artist’ at the Songlines World Music Awards, Julie is an engaging live performer who has graced stages around the world, from village halls in the Highlands to Carnegie Hall in New York, from The Philharmonie de Paris to Shakespeare’s Globe in London. With performances at the World Festival of Sacred Music in Fez, Morocco, to collaborations with the BBC Concert Orchestra at the Proms in the Royal Albert Hall, Julie is in much demand as an exponent for her native traditions.
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
October 5th – 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM
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An Acoustic Evening with Michael Martin Murphey
2022-10-25 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
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.
Murphey’s long-running incarnation as a purveyor of the music, lifestyle, and values of the American West is one of many musical mantles he has worn over the years. To track his career path is to span the country itself, from coming of age in the Texas folk music scene, to Los Angeles to Colorado to Nashville and then back to his native Texas.
Murphey’s original songs have been recorded by The Monkees, Kenny Rogers, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John Denver, Hoyt Axton, Johnny Cash, Tracy Byrd, Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, Dolly Parton, Johnny Rivers, Billy Ray Cyrus, and many others.
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She Sings
2022-10-27 19:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
She Sings™: Rebecca Magnuson is a soaring one-woman musical that has premiered to sold out audiences across the U.S., from off-Broadway to Los Angeles, and most recently in Cannes, France. The show is also a 5- Part Limited Series Documentary, in its final stages of filming, with parts of this performance being in the finale for Episode 5. She Sings™ tells the riveting story of one woman’s, and millions of other women’s, struggle to escape physical, mental and financial abuse, develop a profound inner strength, and find her own voice – which is why today – She Sings™!
Rebecca Magnuson Is not only an accomplished concert pianist, singer-songwriter and playwright, but she also contracted with Amazon for three years, running a successful, top 10% worldwide Amazon rated logistics company. Many of her drivers were women, some of whom were living in safe houses. This performance will also benefit Thistle Farms, Nashville. For more information about the mission of She Sings™, and to view healing, educational and empowering music videos please visit www.SheSings.com. At the end of the show, join Rebecca on stage, or at your seat, to sing the inspiring anthem for people everywhere – She Sings™!
* Because the performance is a live filming you give permission to use your image in the documentary and any other promotional materials by attending.

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HighRoad Concert at Blackberry Meadows
2022-10-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Blackberry Meadows Farm TN, 1725 Barker Road, Thompson's Station, TN, 37179, United States
Come enjoy an intimate family friendly evening with Grammy and Dove Award Nominees HighRoad in concert at the Lanning Family Farm (i.e. Blackberry Meadows) in Thompson’s Station, TN just outside Nashville. If you haven’t heard them live you are going to love them and be blessed! Check them out on YouTube (including their video feature Jason Crabb), at their website, and on facebook.
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Southern Avenue
2022-10-28 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Southern Avenue – The Franklin Theatre – October 28th
Memphis-based, GRAMMY®-nominated Southern Avenue inked their first record deal with legendary Stax Records in 2016. The first Memphis band signed to Stax in over 40 years, their self-titled debut was an immediate phenomenon, reaching #1 on iTunes’ “Top Blues Albums” chart before being honored with the 2018 Blues Music Award for “Best Emerging Artist Album.” 2019’s KEEP ON proved an even greater success, debuting among the top 5 on Billboard’s “Top Blues Albums” chart amidst worldwide critical acclaim, ultimately earning Southern Avenue their first GRAMMY® Award nomination, for “Best Contemporary Blues Album”.
In addition to the early success that the band has had with their recordings, they have also found a home on the road. The band has performed in 15 countries on three continents and averages over 150 shows in a typical year, making the group one of the most sought-after live performance experiences. Their high-energy shows have captivated audiences around the globe, making this eclectic group a must-see at venues and festivals alike.
Southern Avenue’s new album Be The Love You Want, is out now on Renew Records/BMG. Produced by Multi-GRAMMY® winner Steve Berlin (Los Lobos, Susan Tedeschi, Deer Tick), American Songwriter calls it “A potent soul force!” and No Depression proclaims it’s “one of the most listenable, and danceable, records of the year.”
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37th Annual PumpkinFest 2022
2022-10-29 10:00 - 18:00 | Historic Downtown Franklin, Main Street, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s Largest Fall Festival
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 37th Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family fall festival, returning this year on Saturday, October 29, 2022. With more than 65,000 people in attendance in 2019, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all ages!
PumpkinFest offers a full day of autumn-inspired food and drink, children’s activities, live music, costume contests for pets and families, and outstanding arts & crafts – featuring seasonal and specialty gift items.

The event is hosted by the Downtown Franklin Association – A Division of the Heritage Foundation. PumpkinFest and our two other signature events (Main Street Festival and Dickens of a Christmas), serve our mission and foster economic vitality for local businesses and visiting vendors, while creating beloved community events that enrich and preserve the historic charm and enduring spirit of our town.
Arts & Crafts Vendors, Live Entertainment, Food & Beverage Vendors, KidZone presented by Grace Chapel, Chili Fest and Beer Garden presented Downtown Franklin Rotary, Whiskey Lounge presented by Leiper’s Fork Distillery, Pet and People Costume Contests and More!!!
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Americana Creekside - Wines in the Fork
2022-10-30 12:00 - 17:30 | Wines in the Fork, 4165 Old Hillsboro Rd., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Wines in the Fork second Americana Creekside concert is Sunday, 30 October – 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Enjoy the authentic voice of American Roots Music; a classic tradition to Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee.
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Seals and Crofts 2
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The Franklin Theatre -November 3rd at 6 PM and 8 PM
Experience the music of 70‘s rock duo Seals & Crofts in a whole new way. Hear the hits “Summer Breeze,” “Diamond Girl,” and “We May Never Pass This Way (Again),” artfully re-imagined with a reverent nod to the past. Seals & Crofts 2, comprised of Brady Seals (cousin to James “Jim” Seals) and Lua Crofts (daughter of Darrell “Dash” Crofts) will dazzle you with many popular Seals & Crofts classics, as well as new songs from Seals & Crofts 2.
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O'SHEA
2022-11-04 19:00 | The Mockingbird Theater at The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Bldg 6, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Nashville, Tennessee-based, Australian-born country-pop duo O’Shea formed in 2007 after singer/songwriters Mark and Jay O’Shea made their 15-year love affair official and tied the knot. Mark, who began his musical career at the age of 16 after winning a talent quest, spent the late ’90s and early 2000s atop the Australian country music charts as both a writer and a performer, sharing the stage with the likes of Keith Urban, Trisha Yearwood, and Switchfoot, while Jay spent her formative years as a backup singer for INXS and Tim Rice, and worked as a staff writer in London, Los Angeles, and Nashville, where she landed a number one European single with “Little Miss H” for Spanish megastar Chenoa. The pair began singing and playing together live shortly after their nuptials, and released their debut album under the O’Shea moniker, the aptly titled Mr. and Mrs., in 2011.
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The Marvelous Wonderettes A ‘50s and ‘60s Jukebox Musical
2022-11-04 19:00 - 2022-11-06 14:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
This smash Off-Broadway hit takes us to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet and learn about the lives and loves of Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. When the Wonderettes reunite to perform at their 10-year reunion, we learn about the highs and lows the girls have experienced in the past decade and are charmed to find that no matter what life throws their way, they will conquer it together. Featuring more than 30 classic 50s and 60s hits, including “Lollipop,” “Mr. Sandman,” “Lipstick on Your Collar,” “It’s my Party,” and “Respect,” the Marvelous Wonderettes will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!
(From L to R) Mary-Molly Storey as Missy, Jaclyn Bri Wood as Suzy, Rachel Calvosa as Cindy Lou, Molly Brown as Betty Jean
Join the Williamson County Performing Arts Center for a special pre-show lunch before the Friday, November 4th matinee performance of The Marvelous Wonderettes!
November 4 – 7:00 PM
November 5 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
November 6 – 2:00 PM
About the Williamson County Performing Arts Center
The Williamson County Performing Arts Center is designed to showcase local talent, provide opportunities for artistic expression and entertain our community in a comfortable and professional setting. In order to uphold our mission, the WCPAC will pursue the following goals:
ENRICH the culture of our community by providing a professional and affordable space for artistic expression and community enhancement to businesses, organizations and individuals within Williamson County and surrounding areas.
ENGAGE the artistic community of Williamson County through a commitment to outreach and education, with an emphasis on nurturing new artists and arts organizations.
ENTERTAIN the residents of Williamson County by presenting high quality and diverse programming that appeals to the interests of the communities we serve.
Photo by Michael Hutchinson.
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Michael Feinstein in Concert: A fundraiser for Studio Tenn
2022-11-04 19:30 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Michael Feinstein in Concert: A fundraiser for Studio Tenn – The Franklin Theatre
Join us for Studio Tenn’s annual Fall Benefit concert featuring an evening with Michael Feinstein as he leads a journey through the Great American Songbook, which features songs from Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin and many more. During the show, Feinstein will share unforgettable stories and anecdotes from the music that defined many of the popular songs and scores from the last century.
Sponsored by Gigi Tomich
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Family Day
2022-11-05 10:00 - 14:00 | The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, 239 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Family Day is a Free Festival in Franklin That is Fun for All Ages!
Franklin Parks’ Family Day offers many opportunities for families to have a great time at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm! This free festival in Franklin, Tennessee features miniature train rides, hay rides, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Festival attendees can also enjoy cane pole fishing in the pond. Don’t miss the Touch-a-Tractor area sponsored by Tri Green Equipment, which will consist of small excavators the kids can operate and large tractors the kids can sit on. Many horse related events will be held in the Tractor Supply Arena, sponsored by Friends of Franklin Parks. Food will be offered for purchase by local food vendors. Visitors can also listen to some great music on our entertainment stage.
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21st Annual Wine Down Main Street
2022-11-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Franklin’s Main Street, 106 3rd Ave N., Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
21st Annual Wine Down Main Street – Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Mark your calendars, call your friends and book the babysitter, the 21st Annual Wine Down Main Street is set for Saturday, November 5th. The “Best Night Out All Year” will take place from 7:00 to 10 PM. Lipman Brothers, Nashville’s oldest and largest distributor of wine and spirits is the official wine sponsor. This unique wine tasting event takes place along historic Main Street in downtown Franklin, Tennessee. Just 20 miles south of Nashville, more than 30 shops will play host to wines from around the world. Participants taste wines, shop, and sample food from area restaurants all while listening to great live music. Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales for this event will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee.
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An Acoustic Evening with Pam Tillis
2022-11-08 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
An Acoustic Evening with Pam Tillis – The Franklin Theatre
She’s the daughter of Country Music legend Mel Tillis and multi-media artist Doris Tillis. A singer/songwriter whose compositions have been covered in Country, R&B, Bluegrass and Rock. An actor with a long list of film, TV and stage credits. Pam Tillis sidestepped any notions of nepotism and other “isms” that women in show business often face and carved out her own unique space as an entertainer.
Tillis’ 1991 debut country album, Put Yourself In My Place, went gold and yielded two No. 1 and two Top 5 singles. Her next three albums – Homeward Looking Angel, Sweetheart’s Dance and Greatest Hits, were all certified platinum. She achieved six No. 1 songs during the ‘90s Country explosion, including “Shake the Sugar Tree,” “Mi Vida Loca,” “When You Walk In The Room,” “In Between Dances,” “Don’t Tell Me What To Do,” and her signature song, “Maybe It Was Memphis.”
The music muse is still providing inspiration and accolades. Tillis is one of the 2022 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees. “It’s a huge honor,” she says. “My dad is in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He would be so proud.” After more than three decades of doing what she loves, Tillis jokes, “I guess I’m safely past the ‘flash-in-the-pan’ stage of my career. What keeps me going is learning new things, wearing new hats and trying to stay relevant. I’m still standing, and I’m still grateful.”
Pam Tillis can tell you what it is like to win big awards, run a record label, sing on Broadway, and sell platinum records, but she’d much rather change the subject to the future. “I’ve traveled a million miles in my career,” says Tillis. “The next million don’t scare me a bit.”
Sponsored by Jackson National Life
Presented by Franklin Theatre Live

The English Beat
2022-11-09 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
The English Beat – The Franklin Theatre
One tempestuous weekend in March 1979 was not only the date of the Three Mile Island nuclear incident, but also, in Birmingham, England, the very first show by a nascent band known as The Beat. Introduced as “the hottest thing since the Pennsylvania meltdown”, the band had a sense that the next few years could well be explosive! The Beat hailed from working class, industrial Birmingham, England. When The Beat rushed on to the music scene in 1979, it was a time of social, political and musical upheaval. Into this storm came The Beat, trying to calm the waters with their simple message of love and unity set to a great dance beat.
“Of all the British bands that dallied with ska as a sound steeped in spirit and unity in the twilight of punk, the English Beat had the best chops.” -The Wall Street Journal
“…the band’s secret weapon was pop, the ear-candy tunes and sharp-fanged lyrics of frontman Dave Wakeling – at his finest, a singer-songwriter as savagely witty as Elvis Costello.” -The Rolling Stone

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Riders In The Sky: 45 Years the Cowboy Way
2022-11-10 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Riders In The Sky: 45 Years the Cowboy Way – The Franklin Theatre
Join us at The Franklin Theatre for a very special evening celebrating the 45th Anniversary of America’s Favorite Cowboys, Riders In The Sky!
45 years ago, Ranger Doug, Too Slim and the late Windy Bill Collins played that first date on the bitter cold evening of November 11th, 1977 at Herr Harry’s Frank N’ Stein Rathskeller in Nashville, and small listening room dates followed. By August of the following year demand was building, and while Windy Bill left, Woody Paul joined, and the true professional beginnings of the band began at the Kentucky State Fair, where the trio played 10 days for $2500 – and bought their own rooms and meals out of that!
45 years ago, no laptops, no cellular phones, no Google, no downloads, no Skype, no Tweets, no Apple, no Microsoft, no texting, no electric cars, no Uber. A different world. But there were three young men with drive and wit who wanted to keep a special music alive. They believed in preserving the heritage of Western Music and presenting it to a new generation. They believed in entertaining, and they did so… entertaining themselves as well as the audience! And they believed in creating original Western Music to continue the tradition, not just seal it in amber as a museum piece. What they did not realize at the time was that they would be doing the same thing 45 years later.

Augustana
2022-11-11 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Augustana is back with new music, and through its formation, its creator Dan Layus has stepped into a new musical universe.
While the artist is well-known for its anthemic indie-rock leaning hits like “Boston”, “Sweet and Low” and “Steal Your Heart”, Augustana’s consistent march of new and ever-evolving material has embodied a refusal to settle artistically. Never has that been more clearly evident than with the artist’s latest studio album, “Everyday an Eternity: Solo Piano Works”, a genre-shaking full-length record that redefines what can be expected from this artist.
Composing and performing a series of piano pieces that can easily live in the contemporary classical world, Dan Layus confidently chooses to leave his singing voice aside for the project and instead finds his lyricism echoing through the hammers and strings of the piano. The album finds the composer’s unique melodic and structural stylings effortlessly blending between the classical, the romantic and the modern. Along the way, the unfamiliar terrain for the artist seems to become more familiar with each note, each modulation, each variation, as he makes his way out to the edge of musical expression and safely back home again.
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The Addams Family (young@part)
2022-11-12 14:00 - 18:00 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
WCPR’s Musical Theatre Experience Program presents – The Addams Family (young@part)

Celebrate the wackiness in every family with this best-selling Broadway musical adapted for elementary and middle school-aged performers! Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family whom her parents have never met. She confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. Julia Nolan is the director.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY – Young@Part® is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW). 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.TheatricalRights.com

Saturday, November 12th at 2 pm
Saturday, November 12th at 6 pm

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COTA Benefit for Rose
2022-11-15 18:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
COTA Benefit for Rose – The Franklin Theatre
We invite you to join us for a very special and unforgettable evening of music and stories to benefit the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) in honor of 8-month-old baby Rose Daniel from Nashville, TN.
Baby Rose was born on January 19, 2022 with a rare and fatal liver disease called biliary atresia that occurs in 1 in 15,000 births. There is no known cause or cure for this disease and a liver transplant is almost always required. Biliary atresia is a blockage in the ducts that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder. This congenital condition occurs when the bile ducts inside or outside the liver do not develop normally. Baby Rose went into total liver failure shortly after being born and at only 5 1/2 months old on July 9, 2022 at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital she received a liver transplant. Because of an organ donor, her life was saved. Although Baby Rose is currently doing well, the battle to keep her liver healthy will be lifelong and come with extensive costs.
Doors will open at 6pm for cocktails and an art sale with a variety of art donated from local artists. The show will begin at 7pm, featuring stories and songs from successful songwriters Jenny Gill, Kim McLean, Billy Dawson, Greg Barnhill, Emily Daniel and other special guests (Jack Settle and Kent Blazy singing his hit song “If Tomorrow Never Comes”) to raise awareness and money for COTA in honor of Rose to assist with transplant-related expenses.

For more information about COTA or to learn more about Rose’s story, please visit www.cotaforrose.com.
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Middle Tennessee Songwirters Festival
2022-11-17 19:00 - 2022-11-19 22:00 | The Walnut House Event Venue & Recording Studios, 116 N Walnut St., Murfreesboro, TN, 37130, United States
Middle Tennessee Songwriters Festival presented by Walnut House, Gallagher Unplugged, and Gallagher Guitars.
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An Evening with George Winston
2022-11-17 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
An Evening with George Winston – The Franklin Theatre
George Winston is undeniably a household name. He’s inspired fans and musicians alike with his singular solo acoustic piano songs for more than 40 years while selling 15 million albums. A tireless road warrior playing nearly 100 concerts annually, live performance for Winston is akin to breathing. Winston’s music is evocative, offering us all a chance to take a step back from our perpetually busy lives and let our minds adventurously wander. Restless Wind is a portrayal of Winston’s place in a chaotic world – his compositions extend solace with an idiosyncratic grace.
George Winston’s classic albums, Autumn and December, are perennial favorites, along with Winter into Spring, Summer, 2017’s Spring Carousel – A Cancer Research Benefit, as well as two volumes of the compositions of Vince Guaraldi, two volumes of benefit albums for the Gulf Coast disasters, and six other solo piano albums. He just released his 15th solo piano album, Restless Wind, via Dancing Cat Records/RCA Records. The album is available now at GeorgeWinston.com.
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Lee Roy Parnell
2022-11-18 20:00 | The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, 37064, United States
Lee Roy Parnell – The Franklin Theatre – November 18

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.
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Music for Seniors
2022-11-21 10:30 - 11:30 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT ACADEMY PARK, 112 EVERBRIGHT AVENUE, Franklin, TN, 37064, United States
Music for Seniors presents – Creswell Middle School of the Arts Youth Choir Concert
Don’t miss this variety program of wonderful music performed by the talented student choir from Creswell Middle School of the Arts!
