ETSU Martin Center for the Arts – Powell Recital Hall

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Johnson City, TN 37601 United States Get Directions
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  • Joe Gaskin & James West Faculty Guitar and Double Bass Recital

    ETSU Martin Center for the Arts - Powell Recital Hall 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

    ETSU faculty members Dr. Joe Gaskins and Dr. James West come together for an evening featuring double bass and guitar. With backgrounds spanning classical, jazz, chamber, and orchestral performance, Gaskins and West bring their diverse musical experiences to this collaborative recital. The program offers an opportunity to hear two distinct instruments in conversation, featuring repertoire that explores the range and possibilities of the guitar and double bass.

  • ETSU Faculty and Friend Chamber Series: Appalachian Roots

    ETSU Martin Center for the Arts - Powell Recital Hall 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

    From the concert hall to the mountains of Appalachia, this program celebrates the people, places, and traditions that shape our region's musical identity. Music by George Walker, Jennifer Higdon, and George Crumb reflects the beauty of the natural world, the richness of American creativity, and the enduring influence of Appalachian culture. A grand finale brings these traditions to life, highlighting the vibrant legacy and future of America's roots music. This is a ticketed event.

  • Adam Estes Saxophone Guest Artist Recital

    ETSU Martin Center for the Arts - Powell Recital Hall 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

    Saxophonist Adam Estes brings his extensive experience as a performer and educator to ETSU for a guest artist recital. As Professor of Music at the University of Mississippi, Estes maintains an active career as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer, appearing throughout the United States and internationally. A founding member of the Assembly Quartet, he has championed both traditional and contemporary saxophone repertoire through performances, recordings, and educational outreach. Join us for an evening showcasing the versatility and artistry of the saxophone.

  • ETSU Faculty & Friends Chamber Series: Beethoven

    ETSU Martin Center for the Arts - Powell Recital Hall 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

    Two centuries after Beethoven's passing, his music continues to inspire performers and audiences around the world. This program celebrates his remarkable legacy with the charming Septet and the expansive String Quintet in C major, showcasing the creativity and expressive power that transformed chamber music. A playful performance of P.D.Q. Bach's Schleptet adds humor to the evening, reminding us that even the greatest traditions can be celebrated with a smile.

  • ETSU Faculty & Friends Chamber Series: Inspirations

    ETSU Martin Center for the Arts - Powell Recital Hall 1328 W State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN, United States

    Great music is often born from great collaboration. This concert celebrates the extraordinary performers who inspired Mozart, Weber, and Brahms to create some of the most beloved works in the chamber music repertoire. Mozart’s Oboe Quartet, Weber’s Clarinet Quintet, and Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet were each written for renowned virtuosos whose artistry expanded the possibilities of their instruments and sparked the composers’ imaginations. From Classical elegance to Romantic warmth and introspection, the program reveals how friendship, admiration, and musical partnership can lead to enduring masterworks that continue to captivate audiences today