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Rodney Marsalis’ Philadelphia Big Brass at Highlands PAC
2025-07-18 19:30 (America/New_York) | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone.
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is a family-owned and operated business that had its beginnings on the streets of New Orleans.Performances by The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass range from solo trumpet, to brass quintet, to the full eleven-piece ensemble with percussion. Their programs include holiday concerts, mini-concerts for schools, and traditional brass concerts with optional organ or choir. Brothers on the Battlefield: The Power of Love, covers music from the Civil War through the Civil Rights Movements.

HCCMF | The Rites of Spring at Highlands PAC
2025-07-19 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“The Rites of Spring”
Spring from the Four Seasons — Vivaldi
To Spring — Grieg
Spring Sonata — Beethoven
The Rite of Spring for Piano 4 hands — Stravinsky

Julie Coucheron & Elizabeth Pridgen, piano; Chee-Yun, violin

The Modern Gentlemen at Highlands PAC
2025-07-20 16:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Brothers Brian and Brandon Brigham and Landon Beard and Todd Fournier rose to prominence as longtime members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Heralded as “The MODERN Day Keepers of the Classics,” they’ve earned acclaim for their timeless vocal harmonies and dedication to preserving classic hits. Individually, they each possess their own distinctive voice and charismatic charm. Together, their harmonies are unparalleled, seamlessly transitioning between genres and eras that transcend time. What sets “TMG” apart is their ability to bridge the gap between generations with a genuine camaraderie and music pedigree that features their artistic prowess.

HCCMF | The Rites of Spring at The Village Green
2025-07-20 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

HCCMF | Musical Stories at Highlands PAC
2025-07-21 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“Musical Stories”
Ferdinand the Bull — Ridout
Babar the Little Elephant — Poulenc
The Soldier’s Tale — Stravinsky

HCCMF | Musical Stories at The Village Green
2025-07-22 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

HCCMF | Martinis, Mozart and More! at The Farm at Old Edwards
2025-07-24 17:30 | The Farm at Old Edwards, 336 Arnold Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
HCCMF presents, in collaboration with Old Edwards Hospitality Group a special event featuring Elisabeth Remy Johnson, harp; Ransom Wilson, flute; Vega Quartet.
Concert for Harp and Flute: Mozart
Sonatine for Flute, Cello, & Harp – Ravel
Halleluiah: Leonard Cohen
Refreshments will be served before the concert; a cash bar will be available.
$125/per person which includes two (2) drink tickets
Call for reservations – 828-526-9060
Order online starting March 15 or call for required reservations
Sponsored by Dianne & Myron Mall; Jack Sapolsky & Richard Bordeaux

HCCMF | The Enchanted Harp at Highlands PAC
2025-07-26 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“The Enchanted Harp”
Elegiac Trio — Arnold Bax
Nuntii — Catrin Finch
Vocalise — Cheryl France Hoad
Sonata. No. 1 — Damase
Sacred and Profane Dances — Debussy
Alborada del Gracioso — Ravel
Introduction and Allegro — Ravel
Elisabeth Remy Johnson, harp; Ransom Wilson, flute; Jesse McCandless, clarinet; Vega Quartet

HCCMF | The Enchanted Harp at The Village Green
2025-07-27 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

HCCMF | Eternal Love Triangle at Highlands PAC
2025-07-28 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“Eternal Love Triangle”
Three Romances — Clara Schumann
String Quartet in A Major — Robert Schumann
Sonata in F Minor — Brahms
Vijay Venkatesh, piano; Jesse McCandless, clarinet; Vega Quartet

HCCMF | Eternal Love Triangle at The Village Green
2025-07-29 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

Pop Up Pipers in Downtown Highlands
2025-08-02 16:30 - 17:00 | NC
The Pop-Up Pipers will appear in unexpected locations throughout downtown Highlands on select Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:00 P.M.
Keep an ear out on the following dates: June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4, but exactly where they’ll play remains a mystery, adding an element of spontaneous joy to each performance.

HCCMF | Sonata Mulattica at Highlands PAC
2025-08-02 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“Sonata Mulattica”
Rita Dove, poet; Nijoma Grevious, violin; William Ransom, piano

HCCMF | Sonata Mulattica at The Village Green
2025-08-03 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

HCCMF | Jazz Meets Classics at Highlands PAC
2025-08-04 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“Jazz Meets Classics – Three’s Company”
Brahms Piano Trio in B Major
Jazz Trios

HCCMF | Jazz Meets Classics at The Village Green
2025-08-05 17:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States

The Burnt Part Boys at Highlands PAC
2025-08-06 19:30, 2025-08-07 14:30, 2025-08-07 19:30, 2025-08-08 19:30, 2025-08-09 14:30, 2025-08-09 19:30, 2025-08-10 14:30, 2025-08-13 19:30 and 4 more dates | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Siblings from a mining town learn the power of self-reliance in this Appalachian, bluegrass-inspired journey.
Locally known as “The Burnt Part,” the Pickaway Coal Company’s South Mountain closed down after an accident in 1952 that resulted in the death of four miners. Ten years later, Jake Twitchell is an employee of that same company, doing the same job that took his own father’s life. Much to the dismay of his movie-buff younger brother, Pete, the Pickaway Coal Company is going to begin re-mining The Burnt Part and send down the next generation of young men. Inspired by his silver screen heroes, Pete sets out for The Burnt Part with his best friend, a pack full of dynamite, and plans to blow up the mine in hopes of protecting his older brother. This new musical is a dangerous and heartwarming adventure following the journey to discover the importance of the choices we make to protect our family.

HCCMF | Angel Party
2025-08-07 18:00 | NC
Enjoy an outstanding cocktail party and performance by Zuill Bailey, cello & Helen Kim, violin at the stunning home of Faith & Fred Schwaibold. We thrive on generous contributions and are rewarding those patrons who contribute $3,000 and above with an Angel Party.
To join, please consider giving and become a part of this exclusive celebration of your generosity and our 44th season.

HCCMF | Gershon/Cohn Final Gala Concert & Dinner at Highlands PAC
2025-08-10 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
“CelloBration”
Bachianas Brasileiris #5 Heitor Villa-Lobos
Rococo Variations Peter Tchaikovsky
