Kenny & Amanda Smith
McCandless HallWinners of the IBMA’s prestigious “Emerging Artist of the Year” award in 2003, the Kenny and Amanda Smith Band combines gutsy, heartfelt vocals, brilliant instrumental talents, and a powerful, contemporary sense of song choice and arrangement into one of the most compelling new sounds in bluegrass today. A creation of the intensely personal musical and...
Dan Tyminski
McCandless HallThroughout his 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. Tyminski’s voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley Brother’s classic song, “I’m A Man of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou and his vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on the song...
Appalachian Roadshow
McCandless HallAppalachian Roadshow is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, Bluegrass, and Folk songs, as well as offering innovative original music, all presented with a common thread tied directly to the heart of the Appalachian regions of the United States. Grammy-nominated banjoist Barry Abernathy joins forces with Grammy-winning fiddler Jim VanCleve, as...
Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers
McCandless HallHaving gained the reputation as a band who always chooses great songs for their projects, the recognizable sound of Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, with their rich vocals, have exceeded that reputation delivering another collection of wonderfully well-written songs arranged and recorded in their own style that is sure to continue to grow their...
The Quebe Sisters
McCandless HallWith over fifteen years of touring to date, The Quebe Sisters have delivered their authentic triple fiddle and three-part harmony sound to the concert halls and festivals of North America, Europe, and Russia. Grace, Sophia, and Hulda Quebe front an innovative Progressive Western Swing band of archtop guitar, upright bass, fiddles, and sibling harmony. The...
Mile Twelve
McCandless HallAlthough their sound is rooted in traditional bluegrass, Mile Twelve surveys a broader landscape on their newest album, “City on a Hill.” All five band members bring their own influences and observations into the music, resulting in a project that feels contemporary, thoughtfully crafted, and relevant. The Mile Twelve lineup offers five of the most...
Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley Concert
McCandless HallAudiences are offered a glimpse into the world of Nashville songwriting when Cordle, Jackson and Salley showcase their original material during an intimate set of music. This multi-award-winning “Trio” has had songs recorded by Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Loretta Lynn, Toby Keith, Patty Loveless, Joe Nichols, George Strait, Alan...
Darin & Brooke Aldridge
Main Stage at Founders HallDarin & Brooke Aldridge has spent a decade amassing a fan base, reaping awards, becoming Grand Ole Opry favorites, and issuing a string of well-received albums. “We want our music to lift people up,” Brooke offers. “It was an early goal of ours to put a positive message out there,” adds Darin. “And we decided a...
Authentic Unlimited
McCandless HallPlease join us for our first concert as part of the 2022-2023 Series, as Authentic Unlimited takes the stage! A relatively new band, Authentic Unlimited consists of three former members of Doyle Lawson’s band, Quicksilver – Jerry Cole, Eli Johnston, and Stephen Burwell – along with a pair of top free agents – John Meador...
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out
McCandless HallFor over 30 years, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out have been touring and releasing great, original bluegrass music. After spending a handful of formative years as a member of Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver (and recording some legendary bluegrass music in the process), Russell Moore formed IIIrd Tyme Out in 1991, and bluegrass music hasn’t...