Get your umbrellas ready for a second line parade around the Capitol Street Art Fair with Hot Jazz, Charleston’s New Orleans-style brass band.
Tag: music
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Carriage Trail Walk
Carriage Trail Walk
Sunday, May 24 | 1-4pm
Enjoy the arts outside during FestivALL. Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail as you walk along the .65-mile trail, taking in the sights and sounds of live music, art, dance, and more. Enjoy artful dance performances produced by Carli Mareneck, live music, other performing artists, and more.
Participating artisits included Brett Mahon, Carli Merenick and Friends, Xino’s, Matt Malinoski, Minor Swing, Mell’s, and Vandalia Musicians.
Location: 746 Myrtle Rd, Charleston, WV 25314
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Carriage Trail Walk is made possible by Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation and West Virginia Department of Tourism
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FestivALL Family Cookout
Monday, May 25 | 11am – 3pm
FestivALL’s newest event is coming to Slack Plaza at City Center and Summers Street!
Celebrate Memorial Day the FestivALL way—grab a hot dog, spread out a blanket on the lawn, and enjoy live entertainment on the main stage.
Inspired by the feeling of a classic family cookout with a touch of old turn-of-the-century carnival charm, the day will also feature lively sideshows along Summers Street. Enjoy street performers, FREE make-and-take activities, tintype photography, tattoos, tarot readings, and local artists displaying and selling their work.
Slack Plaza Stage Schedule
11:00am-11:30pm Kanawha Valley Community Band
11:30pm-12:00pm CLOG
12:00pm-12:30pm The Lincoln County Cloggers
12:30pm-1:30pm Shelem
1:30pm-2:00pm Mixed Nuts Barbershop Quartet
2:00pm-3:00pm The UnitLocation: City Center at Slack Plaza, 182 Summers St, Charleston, WV 25301
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
The FestivALL Family Cookout is made possible by Go-Mart and West Virginia International Yeager Airport.
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Squaredancing with FOOTMAD
Friday, May 29 | 7pm
Swing your partner ’round and ’round at this old-time square dance featuring expert caller Steve Ballman and live music from the Kessinger Brothers — national flatpicking champion Robin Kessinger and his brother Dan. Admission is free but donations are welcome.
Produced by FestivALL and FOOTMAD
Location: Kanawha United Presbyterian Church,1009 Virginia St. E
Time: 7:00pm
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“10-Alarm Fire: We Won’t Shut Up!!” film screening with Young@Heart director Bob Cilman
Sunday, May 24 | 2pm
This concert film features protest music through the ages and around the world, performed by Young@Heart’s chorus of senior citizen singers as they explore free speech and democracy though the lens of aging. Chorus founder and director Bob Cilman will be on hand to talk about his music ensemble and introduce the film.
Produced by FestivALL and The West Virginia Music Hall of Fame
Location: West Virginia Music Hall of Fame, Charleston Town Center Mall, Second Floor, 3000 Charleston Town Center
Time: 2:00pm
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FestiVIOLA!
Sunday, May 31 | 4pm
A recital celebrating the viola in all its glory!
The Valley Violists, including members of the West Virginia Symphony, will perform duets through large ensemble numbers. Special guest Rudolf Haken will stun with his own compositions. Enjoy a wide range of styles, from baroque through pop, with some surprises! Join us to hear as this lovely instrument is placed front and center.
Produced by West Virginia Youth Symphony, Sandra Groce
Location: Woman’s Club of Charleston, 1600 Virginia St. E
Tickets: $10, available only at the door. Students free.
Donations appreciated, all proceeds benefit the West Virginia Youth Symphony.
Sponsors: ZMM Architects and Engineers
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FestivALL River Cruises: Bob Thompson Jazz Cruise presented by AARP West Virginia
Saturday, May 30 | 7pm
Charley West meets the Big Easy as Charleston’s premier jazz combo The Bob Thompson Unit is joined by featured trumpeter James Moore for this cruise down the Kanawha on the River Queen.
Location: Aboard the River Queen, Haddad Riverfront Park, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E.
Time: 7:00pm
Tickets: General Admission $35,
Premium Admission (guaranteed seating) $45
This event is presented with support from AARP West Virginia and the West Virginia Department of Tourism.
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“Alleluia! Laudamus Te”
Sunday, May 31 | 2pm
The Kanawha Valley Community Band performs Alfred Reed’s 1973 composition. A “hymn of praise without words” where instruments serve as members of a choir, this performance will feature David Donathan on Christ Church United Methodist Church’s newly renovated organ.
Location: Christ Church United Methodist, 1221 Quarrier Street
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“I’m With the Band!” Ukulele Jam Session with Tony M. Music
Thursday, May 28 | 5:30pm
Join multi-instrumentalist Tony M. Music for a basic introduction to playing the ukulele.
Bring your ukulele (some available on site) and learn a few easy chords while playing simple, feel-good songs together. This FREE, relaxed jam session is perfect for beginners and open to anyone ages 10 and up. No pressure — just strumming, singing, and enjoying music as a group!
Location: City Center at Slack Plaza, 182 Summers St
Ages: All ages
Fee: Free to attend
The FestivALL Workshop series is presented by Ramsey EyeCare.
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Keys to Improvisation with Bob Thompson
Tuesday, May 26 | 6pm
John Inghram leads a conversation with jazz pianist and WV Music HOF member Bob Thompson with a focus on musical improvisation!
This workshop will consist of dialogue, Q&A, and musical performance and demonstration.
Time: Tuesday, May 26 at 6:00pm
Location: Folklore Music Exchange, 191 Summers St
The FestivALL Workshop series is presented by Ramsey EyeCare.