There is music, music, and more music to enjoy this weekend in Highlands NC. From a battle of the bands to a string quartet, if you like music you’ll love being in Highlands.
Friday, August 12th, Friday Night Live takes begins at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Highlands. Make your way to the Town Square to listen to the bluegrass, mountain ballads, and original music of Mountain Hoo Doo.
Also on Friday is the Battle of the Bands, held at the Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center at 6 p.m. The Linden String Quartet and the Attaca String Quartet will create the magical sounds of Mozart, Walton, and Mendelssohn.
Saturday, August 13th, Highlands Idol will take place at the old gym in the Highlands School. Showcasing amazing local talent, from bands to solo acts, this is an evening of promising talent that will benefit Relay for Life.
Also on Saturday, in nearby Cashiers, another evening of the Battle of the Bands will be held at the Albert Carlton Library at 5 p.m. The Linden String Quartet and the Attaca String Quartet will again create the magical sounds of Mozart, Walton, and Mendelssohn.
Sunday, August 14, the Final Gala wraps up the 30th annual Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival. The Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center at 5 p.m. will showcase performers that include the Linden Quartet, the Attacca Quartet, Laura Ardan on clarinet, Lea Kibler on flute, Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup on harp, William Ransom on piano, Doug Sommer on bass, and Carl Nitchie playing the bassoon.
Highlands NC offers exposure to a variety of arts, musical, performing, and visual, in a stunning mountain setting. While special events take place throughout the year the area’s lively arts scene is especially evident during the summer months. Contact me today to learn more about living in Highlands NC and the unique real estate opportunities that exist here. As an experienced Highlands REALTOR® I can offer access to all Highlands real estate that is currently listed for sale, as well as information that will help you get to know our fabulous area.
For more information about Highlands and Cashiers North Carolina, and for access to the HighlandsNC/CashiersNC MLS, contact Meadows Mountain Realty today, 828-526-1717 or email us today at [email protected].
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