Enjoy an early summer evening’s soft mountain breezes in a gorgeous meadow setting at the Ramble’s Longmeadow outdoor covered pavilion! ASO’s own violist, Emily Schaad, along with music partner Cecil Gurganus, will grace us with delightful toe-tapping traditional fiddle music interspersed with old mountain lore. In keeping with the music, a dinner of barbecue, sides, […]
Join us for a delectable sit down seafood dinner and a bucolic learning opportunity on the cozy cottage deck of Melinda Brown in the summer shade of the cool Swannanoa River. First you will observe our local “Jacques Cousteau,” a retired EPA biologist, as he gathers samples of a variety of aquatic life from the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
***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.
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 […]
***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 […]
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 […]
***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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
***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 […]
***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 […]
***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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: Cliff Albertson, Birch Carlson, Ellie Daniels, Clair Griffith, Sue Luther, Billie Marzullo, Kyle Parks, Pam Prosser, BA Schenk, Honey Solomon, Nancy Stewart, Judy Van Horne.