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The Rain Drops North American Tour featuring Paper Diamond Comes to Legends at ASU Wednesday, Jan. 28

Electronic music fans in Boone have something to get excited about. The Rain Drops Tour, headlined by Colorado artist Paper Diamond, will come to Legends at Appalachian State University on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Doors will open at 9 p.m. Tickets are currently available to purchase online at the Legends website or at the ticket desk in Plemmons Student Union, which is open Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
BY JAY SALTON

Judges Announced for Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at MerleFest 2014; Deadline to Enter is Feb. 19

Songwriters Charles Humphrey III, Darrell Scott and Naill Toner will be among the judges that determine the winners of MerleFest 2014’s Christ Austin Songwriting Contest. Now in its 22nd year, the contest is an extraordinary opportunity for aspiring writers to have their original songs heard and judged by a panel of music industry professionals.

Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce’s First 2013 Summer Concert in the Park Featuring the King Bees

June 10, 2013. Thursday, June 20, will mark the opening concert of the much anticipated Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 Summer Concert in the Park. This performance, which will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Tate-Evans Town Park Stage, will feature the internationally loved musical sensation King Bees.
BY MADISON V. FISLER

Music on the Lawn Concert Series at Ragged Gardens Inn Returns to The High Country for Another Summer of Fun

May 9, 2013. What could be more relaxing after a hard week’s work than lounging in a beautiful garden and enjoying live music in the warm summer sunshine with friends?
BY MADISON FISLER
Photo by Ken Ketchie

Concerts at the Jones House Continue Bluegrassy Evenings with The Dollar Brothers and Carolina Crossing

July 25, 2012. The Town of Boone is proud to continue the 2012 Concerts at the Jones House on Friday, July 27, with a special evening of bluegrass, including The Dollar Brothers and Carolina Crossing. The Dollar Brothers, a family-centered traditional bluegrass band, will begin the concert at 5 p.m.

High Country Offers Summer Events for All to Enjoy

June 18, 2012. The North Carolina High Country has so many wonderful events to offer. Every Friday evening beginning at 5:00, there’s free “music on the lawn” in almost every town and hamlet around. Explore the unique heritage of the area through a seasonal festival, a train ride or a hometown parade. Celebrate the arts during gallery crawls. Be entertained at local theaters and a historic outdoor drama; see a concert, or try out an art workshop or a square dancing class. Compete in an athletic competition where it’s always cooler. There’s always something fun to do in the High Country!

Jones House Holding Free Summer Concert Series

May 30, 2012. The Jones House will be holding free weekly concerts in downtown Boone every Friday at 5 p.m., beginning this week and lasting through September.
BY GREG HINCE