Jazz legend Branford Marsalis returns to BMC to join our all-star faculty and students. Join us for a swinging night of beloved tunes and timeless standards. Jazz legend Branford Marsalis has a decades-long multifaceted career spanning across multiple genres, including jazz and classical as both a performer and a composer and collaborations with a diverse… Read more

Nathan Chester and The Old Souls present a fun tribute to the golden age of Motown! With soaring vocals, tight harmonies, and an irresistible rhythm section, the group revives the timeless hits that defined an era. This electrifying concert celebrates the artists and songs that helped shape the sound of American soul and popular music. Read more

Acclaimed singer-songwriters Shannon Whitworth and Woody Platt join the Brevard Festival Orchestra for a special evening of folk and Americana. Warm vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and roots-inspired sounds are reimagined with the vibrant colors of the orchestra—creating a concert that celebrates storytelling, melody, and the enduring spirit of American music Read more

The Buena Vista Orchestra celebrates the enduring legacy of Cuban music made famous by the Buena Vista Social Club. Blending traditional son, bolero, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, the ensemble delivers an evening of vibrant melodies and infectious grooves—a world-renowned musical tradition that continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Read more

Six-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Jason Isbell presents a magical evening at the Brevard Music Center on July 19 for the final show of his solo tour! Widely regarded as one of the most respected artists of his generation, the Six-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter has a rare gift for capturing life’s deepest emotions and transforming them… Read more

Hosted by 19-time GRAMMY winner Béla Fleck, this concert is the culmination of our renowned banjo camp. Celebrated faculty will join Béla and other special guests for a unique performance displaying the wonderful diversity of the banjo. Read more

Curated by visionary fiddler Casey Driessen, Fiddle Forward is the culminating concert of our annual Blue Ridge Fiddle Camp! This dynamic evening features our world-class faculty, including fiddlers/violinists Darol Anger, Mikael Marin (Sweden), Kathleen Parks, Cedric Watson, and Casey, drummer Jeff Sipe, bassist Bryn Davies, and guitarist Clay Ross, alongside standout camp participants. Together, they… Read more