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Upcoming Musical Feasts

We are proud to present to you the Fall, 2023 season of Musical Feasts!  Several enjoyable, educational, and just plain fun events await you during this fall 2023 season.  NOTE:   Additional Feasts will be made available as the year progresses.

Farm to Fork Picnic and Tour of Working Lands at Warren Wilson College will be rescheduled for Spring 2024.

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June 2021

Sat 26
Saturday, June 26, 2021 @ 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Rehearsal Session & Lunch with STEVE LOEW with newly formed ASHEVILLE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY accompanied by JONATHAN ROSS [baritone]

Unable to travel? Spend a lovely afternoon in Italy...Sip a glass of Prosecco and nibble antipasti as you enjoy a fascinating opportunity to experience a “rehearsal session” with STEVE LOEW and the newly-formed ASHEVILLE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY creekside on the lush lawn of guild member Kathy Bellizio. You will experience the exotic sounds of woodwinds […]

$80.00
Wed 30
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 @ 10:00 am

TIP TOE through The LILIES

Come be amazed and awed as you tour of the colorful fields of lilies at Blue Ridge Daylilies, Western North Carolina’s largest selection of premium quality daylilies located on Lower Flat Creek in Alexander just fifteen minutes from Asheville. After the tour enjoy a delicious lunch provided by your hosts while being serenaded by our […]

$65.00

July 2021

Thu 8
Thursday, July 8, 2021

An Evening IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE

Come spend a delightful evening in the south of France. You will be treated to a delectable French dinner with wine pairings provided by Metro Wines, all at the woodland home of BA and Gary Schenk. Andy Hale of Metro Wines will discuss the French wines and wine-making in France.

September 2021

Sun 12
Sunday, September 12, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mixology with Daniel

Home of Doris and Ralph Loomis

Want to meet Daniel Crupi, the new ASO Executive Director, and his wife Caroline? Now is your chance! Come meet, welcome, and chat with Daniel and Caroline and learn about their talents and interests. Even if you have already met them, there may be some surprises. Meet new and old friends as the new ASO […]

$100.00

October 2021

Sat 2
Saturday, October 2, 2021 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Classical and Classy

Burntshirt Winery 2695 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville, NC

Celebrate the beginning of fall with the classics - classic cars, classical music, and the joy of wine.  Take the short trip to the Burntshirt Winery.  There you will see a collection of classic American and European cars, taste a variety of wines, have a delicious lunch, and enjoy a concert by our own Asheville […]

$75.00
Mon 18
Monday, October 18, 2021 @ 8:30 am

A Walk on the Wild Side

Pink Beds Trail Loop US-276, Pisgah Forest, NC

Join us for one of the best hikes in North Carolina’s Pisgah Forest! A gentle, mostly level loop trail of 3 miles will introduce you to the wonders of rare mountain bogs, beautiful mature forest canopies, and fern-filled woods. We may even see a touch of fall color! Our knowledgeable tour guide, George Luther, was […]

$50.00

April 2022

Sat 2
Saturday, April 2, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

“Help!’ The Beatles, Duke Ellington, and the Magic of Collaboration

Calvary Episcopal Church Hall Fletcher, NC, United States

What do the Beatles and Duke Ellington have in common?  Come and find out from the accomplished author of the book and hear talented local jazz musicians play songs by the Beatles and Duke Ellington. Arrive in the early evening at the historical, spacious, Calvary Episcopal Church Hall in Fletcher to mingle with friends and […]

$75.00
Thu 21
Thursday, April 21, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Bat Cave and Nature Conservancy Spring Wildflower Hike

Come take a Spring hike among the wildflowers with our experts, learn about how the Nature Conservancy has preserved the land around Bat Cave, and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the shores of Lake Lure. Bat Cave, near Lake Lure, is not generally open to the public in order to protect the endangered species […]

$65.00
Fri 29
Friday, April 29, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

A Momentous Evening of Art and Music

Momentum Gallery 52 Broadway St., Asheville, NC

Come, let your minds and hearts be enthralled with compelling fine art and live music at the new, expansive Momentum Gallery in downtown Asheville.   Owners Jordan and Shifra Ahlers will personally lead an engaging tour of their gallery.  They will share fascinating back stories of the artists and their artworks, even pulling work from […]

$75.00

May 2022

Tue 3
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Thoreau To Crowe And A Mellow Cello

HHead to The Ramble in Biltmore Forest’s Longmeadow Park, a beautiful outdoor springtime setting under an outdoor covered Pavilion. Enjoy a drink and an early evening array of gourmet appetizers and house-made, springtime salads and desserts catered professionally by Celine’s on Broadway. We will then hear an impressive presentation by a local author, Thomas Rain […]

$70.00
Sun 15
Sunday, May 15, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Dine With Darko

A large screened-in covered deck of a private home on Reynolds Mountain

An exotic PORTS OF CALL dinner presented with the flare of our symphony’s Conductor Maestro Butorac. Darko has composed, arranged and will prepare a culinary journey from west to east exploring the aromas and flavors of  Mediterranean cultures for his audience to enjoy at this feast.  One by one he will introduce you to some […]

$125.00
Sat 28
Saturday, May 28, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

All Aboard, Youngsters! Thomas The Train and Craggy Mountain Railroad Party

Craggy Mountain Line 111 N Woodfin Ave, Asheville, NC

Parents and Grandparents, treat your children, grandchildren and yourselves to an afternoon train ride filled with fun, games, pizza lunch, treats and music! Guests arrive at the Craggy Mountain Railroad in Woodfin. Then all aboard! Climb onto the open-air covered train to join your personal conductor Rocky Hollifield. Enjoy a two mile (twenty minute) train […]

$40.00

June 2022

Thu 16
Thursday, June 16, 2022 @ 6:00 pm

Canceled Pop, Blues and Broadway

Come to enjoy a fun-filled musical evening of pop, blues and Broadway music with the Honey Music Collective. A casual meal of heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine and desserts will delight your palates and the beautiful view of our Asheville mountains will pleasure your eyes, as the music will warm your hearts. The Honey Music Collective is […]

$85.00

July 2022

Fri 22
Friday, July 22, 2022 @ 5:30 pm

An Evening in the South of France

Come experience the flavorful food and delightful wines of the south of France at the lovely Biltmore Lake home of BA and Gary Schenk. Provencal cuisine is famous for its powerful flavors and simple, farm-to-table ingredients.  Provence’s warm, Mediterranean climate influences its cuisine:  abundant seafood, fresh produce, and aromatic herbs.   Your hosts have planned […]

$90.00

September 2022

Fri 16
Friday, September 16, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

A Meal with Mozart

Home of Beverly Briedis

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK #1*** Come and enjoy German and Austrian dishes beginning with Vienna sausage bites and Braunschweiger dip.  Pork tenderloin accompanied by spaetzle, red cabbage and applesauce will be next.  Ending the meal will be Black Forest Crisp and Deutsche Apfel Kuchen.

$40.00

October 2022

Sat 15
Saturday, October 15, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Carol and Katie Present A Feast of Music

Home of Carol and Hugh McCollum

What could be better than brunch and live music from two of our very own Guild musicians! Join us at Carol McCollum’s beautiful home to hear Carol and Katie Osborne combine their musical talents. With Carol at the piano and Katie on the cello, we will be treated to a special concert of music ranging […]

$50.00
Fri 21
Friday, October 21, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Supper with Scheherazade

Home of Marcus and Rhonda Grimes

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK #2*** Join us and savor dishes from the Middle East. This area has many flavors to tantalize your tastebuds!  Marinated meats, grains, delightful salads and appetizers.  Leave it to your hosts to create a dinner with interesting wine pairings that won’t disappoint!  We will end our dinner with a delicious dessert and coffee […]

$40.00

November 2022

Fri 4
Friday, November 4, 2022 @ 6:00 pm

Mixology with Daniel

Home of Doris and Ralph Loomis

Join us for a delightful evening with your Symphony friends to celebrate the new Musical Feast season. We are happy to once again offer you a chance to get to know Daniel and Caroline Crupi.  They have been part of the Symphony family for a little over a year, and we are delighted that they […]

$90.00
Fri 18
Friday, November 18, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Repast with Rossini

Home of Kathy and George Dambach

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK #3*** Most great Italian opera composers were from the north: Verdi, Puccini, Donizetti, Rossini and Mascagni (Bellini, alas, was from Catania). We will gather to dine and continue to explore Great Italian Opera from our collective experiences, our favorite composers, operas and singers with excerpts from the genre playing in the background. A […]

$40.00

December 2022

Thu 8
Thursday, December 8, 2022 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Celebrate the Holidays in Academic Style!

Home of Chancellor Nancy Cable

Dr. Nancy Cable, Chancellor of UNC - Asheville and a member of the Symphony Board of Directors, opens her beautiful arts and crafts designed home to help the Guild celebrate the holiday season.  Come join us for wine and music as we enjoy this special PLACE on the UNCA campus.  Mix and mingle with new […]

$75.00

January 2023

Sun 8
Sunday, January 8, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Concert at the Cathedral of All Souls

Cathedral of All Souls 9 Swan Street, Asheville, NC

Did you know that the organs in The Cathedral of All Souls comprise almost three thousand pipes? Come join us and enjoy the beautiful music played by Kyle Ritter, Musical Director for the cathedral. You’ll arrive just in time to enjoy the beautiful opalescent art glass windows and hear their stories. Following the performance, head […]

$50.00

February 2023

Fri 17
Friday, February 17, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Asheville Auroras

Home of Olivia and Gary Zahler

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK # 4*** Have you ever seen the Northern Lights? Is that experience on your bucket list? We can’t offer that, but we can guarantee a beautiful scene as you view the lights of Asheville twinkling in the distance from this North Asheville home. Gather with fellow music lovers for a warming toast and […]

$50.00

March 2023

Fri 17
Friday, March 17, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

Dinner with Guitarra Española

Home of Bill and Nancy Gettys

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK # 5*** Spend an evening with friends enjoying delectable foods of Spain.  Upon arriving, you will be greeted with Sangria or wine and delicious Spanish tapas. Following the appetizers, a meal of gazpacho, seafood paella, and a Spanish dessert will be served.  The meal will be paired with interesting Spanish wines that won’t […]

$50.00

April 2023

Fri 14
Friday, April 14, 2023 @ 5:00 pm

New World, Familiar Food

Home of your hosts Mary and Randy Johnson

***POST-SYMPHONY TALK # 6*** In honor of the "New World" theme of this concert, you will be treated to some classics of American cuisine. Tasty dishes from all over our great country are planned for your enjoyment. Treat yourself to some Cowboy Caviar, sample signature dishes from Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, and finish up with […]

$50.00
Tue 18
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Asheville from the Rooftops

"Sip & See the City from a Bird’s-Eye View” with Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours There’s more to our city’s rooftop bars than meets the eye! Even if you’ve visited Asheville’s rooftop bars before, this afternoon on the rooftops will give you an intriguing new insight into our city’s past that you soon won’t forget. You will […]

$90.00
Thu 20
Thursday, April 20, 2023 @ 9:30 am

Spring Wildflower Hike

Folk Arts Center parking lot on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Back by popular demand - a guided hike with wildflower enthusiasts Marilyn and Lou!  We will meet at the Folk Arts Center and shuttle folks to the trailhead.  Our hike will follow Craven Gap Trail south toward the Folk Arts Center.  This is an easy to moderate trail and the hike will be about 2 miles and […]

$50.00
Tue 25
Tuesday, April 25, 2023 @ 8:30 am

Beaver Lake Birding and Brunch

Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary

Our local birds will be wearing their brightest breeding plumage and using their best courtship songs to attract a mate at the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary in late April – a perfect time to visit.  Join us for a Spring birding delight as we walk around the Sanctuary with 2 past-presidents of the Blue Ridge […]

$50.00

May 2023

Sun 14
Sunday, May 14, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Not Your Average Tea Party

Blue Spiral Gallery 38 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC

Come join us for a delightful afternoon at Blue Spiral Art Gallery. Enjoy a glass (or two) of bubbly while gallery experts guide us through a teapot invitational exhibit that will feature 40 functional and sculptural teapots in a variety of mediums. Next, a high tea featuring Asheville's High Climate Tea Company will be served […]

$50.00

September 2023

Tue 19
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 @ 6:18 pm

FARM-TO-FORK PICNIC & TOUR OF CENTER FOR WORKING LANDS (RESCHEDULED FOR SPRING 2024)

Myron Boon Hall Terrace, Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Road, Swannanoa, NC

Enjoy a festive farm-to-fork picnic lunch with a roasted pig and fresh produce from the gardens at Warren Wilson College located in the beautiful Swannanoa Valley. The picnic caps a […]

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Fri 22
Friday, September 22, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Let the Good Times Boil!

Atelier Maison & Co 121 Sweeten Creek Road, Suite 50, Asheville, NC

Who wants to celebrate and hold onto summer for one more month?!?!   To kick off our Musical Feasts for this Symphony year we are going to have a festive […]

$85.00
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Have an idea for a Musical Feast or Event? Want to host a Feast? We need you!

If you love developing fundraising events, or hosting parties for a group of friends, please consider helping us with your expertise. We hold 20-25 events throughout the season, raising over $50,000 each year for the Symphony. From tours and demonstrations to parties, luncheons and dinners, the social scene of the Guild revolves around Musical Feasts. If you have an idea for an interesting and fun event, or would like to host an event with your friends please send your ideas to the Committee Chairs below, keep the parties happening! Click here to submit your ideas to the Musical Feast Committee. Many thanks to our Musical Feast Committee this year for creating such a wonderful line-up of Feasts for us to enjoy: Betty Fox, Mary Collins, Rhonda Grimes, Bev Briedis, Melinda (Linda) Farr Brown, Stephanie Carpenter, Bolling Farmer, Suellyn (Susie) Felker, Nancy Gettys, BA Schenk, Tricia Spooner, Nancy Stewart, Amy Bradley, Ellie Daniels, Birch Carlson, and Ollivia Zahler.

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