Calendar of Events

Drawings by Herb Rieth

Herb Rieth creates mixed media work that touches on the nature of signification and sets up rich narratives. His work has been shown at The Contemporary Arts Center Cincinnati’s UnMuseum, the Mississippi Museum of Art and solo and group shows in twenty three states. He has previously taught painting, drawing and design full time at University of Alabama, Mississippi State University and Ohio Northern University.

Blackberry Farm Gallery, Clayton Center for the Arts: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Information: 865-981-8590

You're Invited to Grist's 10th Anniversary Issue Launch & Art Exhibition on February 3, 7-10 PM.

A Tennessee Exphrasis Project with featured artists Aaron Cowan, Jana Harper, Alan LeQuire, frank d. robinson, jr., Vadis Turner, Christina Renfer Vogel, Kelly S. Williams, and Jessica Wohl; and featured writers Earl Sherman Braggs, George David Clark, Kate Daniels, Jamey Hatley, Lydia Peelle, Jamie Quatro, Adam Ross, and Sandy Solomon.

Literary readings by Earl Sherman Braggs & Adam Ross at 7 PM on February 3.

At The Central Collective, 923 N. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. For more information, email gristeditors@gmail.com or visit http://gristjournal.com

The 39th annual Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show provides visitors the chance to shop hundreds of retailers and manufacturers exhibiting products, offering services and advice on interior design, home improvement, gardening, and more. Stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens to inspire you and have the opportunity to talk with the designers. Make your home and garden dreams a reality! http://www.dogwoodhouseandgarden.com

Friday, February 3 10:00am-6:00pm
Saturday, February 4 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, February 5 11:00am-5:00pm

Dogwood Arts, 123 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-637-4561, www.dogwoodarts.com

POP UP ART SHOW: Signs of Protest
One of the side effects of marches and protests are the art that comes into sign making. Even those who do not consider themselves artists create great pieces to raise their voice.
SHOW WILL BE OPEN on FRIDAY February 3 6:00-10:00pm and SATURDAY February 4th from noon -2:00pm at the Center for Creative Minds, 23 Emory Place, Knoxville TN 37917.

A1LabArts @ the Center for Creative Minds, 23 Emory Place, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: www.a1labarts.org

Night One!, Fundraiser for the Pilot Light, Exit 65/John Myers Band/Andrew Leahey and the Homestead/Sweet Years/Guy Marshall/The Billy Widgets, Relix Theatre, 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM, $5
https://www.facebook.com/events/617730088413019/

Night Two!, Fundraiser for the Pilot Light, Greg Horne/Good Guy Collective/Paperwork/Mic Harrison and the High Score/Electric Darling/All Star Tribute to the Stars We Lost in 2016, Relix Theatre, 6:00 PM – 12:30 AM, $5
https://www.facebook.com/events/1672380986121320/

The Black Jacket Symphony comes to the Tennessee Theatre to perform Queen's A Night at the Opera album in its entirety!

At the Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Memphis has that one distinct flavor loved by many. Yes, dry pork barbecue, but also with music. Hailing from Memphis, Lucero is a American country-punk rock band that threw in some flavors of soul, rock, and country that is distinctly Memphisian. You can always tell when a band is something special when there are four or five words thrown in, usually hyphenated, to describe their sound. Lucero is no exception. They are country, and they are punk rock, and they are a band best loved live. So, get ready for a rowdy night!

The Mill & Mine, 227 W. Depot Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Tickets/information: http://themillandmine.com/

Old-Time String Band

Credited for igniting the Old-Time Renaissance in the Pacific Northwest, Foghorn Stringband continues to stand out as the shining gold standard for American Stringband music. Seven albums, thousand of shows and over a decade of touring under their belts, its no surprise they have two entirely new generations of old-time musicians following their lead. Through all of this, theyve never let the music grow cold; instead theyve been steadily proving that American Roots music is a never-ending well of inspiration.

Today Foghorn Stringband features the intertwining harmonies of founding members, Stephen "Sammy" Lind, Caleb Klauder along with powerhouse vocalists, Reeb Willms and Nadine Landry, all of whom bring a wealth of songs, instruments and traditions making them a festival favorite from coast to coast and around the globe.

Tickets (discounts apply to advance purchase, JCA members, students & seniors) available through http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/1118485, 800-838-3006 ext 1, by mail, and at the door. At the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. For information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org.

February 3 - Ori Naftaly & Southern Avenue

Alive After Five is a unique live music series that takes place in the smoke-free, casually elegant setting of the Ann and Steve Bailey Hall in the Knoxville Museum of Art. There is a live band on stage, seating at tables, two cash bars, food from area restaurants, free freshly popped popcorn, and free parking. Audience members can enjoy listening to music, dancing, and browsing the museum’s art galleries. Admission is $15 for general and $10 for museum members and college students with ID. Ages 17 and under are admitted free.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM, Sunday, 1-5PM. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org

Featuring recent works by Mark Bender. Reception is free and open to the public.

At The Village Marketing Group: 133 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: (865) 274-0534 or mbender2@vols.utk.edu

The WDVX Blue Plate Special is going on the road this winter due to remodeling at our Knoxville Visitor Center location. Come out for a heapin' helping of real live music!

At The Grove Theater in Oak Ridge with The Tune Junkies and more.

The show starts at noon and it's FREE. Meet us there or listen live! Info: 865-544-1029, http://www.wdvx.com

Guest artist recital; Bronze medalist of the 2015 International Tchaikovsky Competition performing a virtuosic program, assisted by pianist Chen Woo in Sandra G. Powell Recital Hall, Natalie L. Haslam Music Center

Haik Kazazyan, one of the perspective young violinists of his generation, "a real instrumental talent: big, gleaming sound, virtuoso skills and tender sensibilities." (The New York Times)

Mr. Kazazyan is a prize winner of many international competitions, among them, the 15th International Tchaikovsky Competition (2015, third prize), the 12th International Tchaikovsky Competition (2002, fourth prize), the Marguerite Long-Jacques Thibaud Competition in Sion (Switzerland, 2004, first prize and three special prizes), the Isang Yun Competition in Tongyeong (South Korea, 2007, first prize and audience favorite award), and the George Enescu Competition in Bucharest (2011, second prize).

Mr. Kazazyan performs in the world's major concert venues as well as participating in the Verbier Festival, the Stars on Baikal Festival, and the Arts Square Festival among many others. In 2010 his solo album "Opera Fantasies" was released by the American Delos label. Since 2002 he has been a soloist for the Moscow Philharmonic and since 2008 has taught at the Moscow Conservatory.

Unless otherwise noted, concerts are FREE and open to the public. The Natalie Haslam Music Center is located at 1741 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, and the Alumni Memorial Building is located at 1408 Middle Drive on the UT campus. *For individual or small group performances, please check the web site or call the day of the event for updates or cancellations: 865-974-5678, www.music.utk.edu/events