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Calling Middle & High School Percussion Ensembles! Join us at East Tennessee State University for the ETSU Percussion Ensemble Festival on Saturday, March 28! Perform, receive written feedback, and work directly with world-class guest clinicians Dr. Amy Xin Yin and Dr. Adam Groh. 15-minute performance slots Up to 3 slots per ensemble Register by March 15 Registration Link-https://epay.goldlink.etsu.edu/C200.../web/store_main.jsp...
Celebrate the closing concert of "The Season of Us" with Copland's Appalachian Spring and the highly anticipated return of world-renowned violinist, Melissa White! Featuring: Melissa White, Violin Robert J. Seebacher, Conductor Repertoire includes:Weber: Der Freischütz OvertureFelix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64Aaron Copland: Appalachian Spring
Join us for an evening of powerful, expressive music as the ETSU Symphonic Band takes the stage on March 23.From bold fanfares to rich, lyrical moments, this concert showcases the artistry and energy of our outstanding student musicians. Don’t miss it!
In just over two weeks, on March 23, several exciting opportunities converge: you will have the chance to meet our new conductor, experience the combined forces of the ETSU Symphonic Band and the JCCCB in a large ensemble performance, and witness the JCCCB's inaugural performance at The Martin Center at 7:00 pm. This public concert, suitable for all ages, promises to be an unforgettable experience, with a special surprise featuring a percussion element in one of the pieces. We cordially invite you to bring your family and friends to this free, not-to-be-missed event.
Experience an evening where rhythm meets reflection. Rhythm & Reverence explores the power of music as both expression and devotion, bringing together sound, spirit, and storytelling in performance. Join us for a night that invites listening, connection, and awe.
The East Tennessee State University Chorale will perform at the Tennessee Music Educators Association All-State Conference in Nashville this April. They will present a preview send off concert in Johnson City on March 29, 3:00 p.m. at Munsey United Methodist church. The Chorale has been the signature choral ensemble of the university for more than eighty years. Students from majors across campus are selected through a rigorous audition process and come together to build a community of friendship and outstanding choral artistry. They perform frequently, and are the centerpiece of the annual ETSU Holiday Concert, which attracts over 3500 audience members each year. The Chorale travels throughout the United States and internationally. They perform a wide range of repertoire, including...
You fell in love with their first dance, now it’s your turn to relive it.Dirty Dancing in Concert is a cinematic live-to-film concert event that brings the iconic love story back to the big screen, with a twist. Watch the digitally remastered film in full on a massive cinema screen, while a live band and singers perform every unforgettable song from the original soundtrack, syncing with each moment of the movie. As the story of Baby and Johnny unfolds, you'll sing, sway, and relive the time of your life, surrounded by fellow fans who love the film just as much as you do. But the magic doesn’t stop when the credits roll. After the film, the celebration continues with an...
Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your town in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage for a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure that inspires kids to move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! This brand-new show is packed with high-energy music and surprises, featuring fan-favorite songs like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” With Blippi’s signature mix of play, learning, and exploratoin, families can get curious together while singing, laughing, and dancing along during this unforgettable adventure full of fun and discovery. The Be Like Blippi Tour invites you to break out your orange Blippi glasses and ignite that spark of...
A beautifully curated program that journeys from serene beauty to stirring emotional intensity, featuring three distinctive works: Program: Morning Mood – Grieg’s evocative musical portrait of dawn Lux Aeterna – Lauridsen’s luminous and deeply moving choral masterpiece, performed by Voices of the Mountains Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129 – Schumann’s deeply expressive Romantic-era concerto, featuring cellist Eliana Yang, winner of the Elizabeth Harper Vaughn Concerto Competition This concert pairs beloved orchestral and choral works with the exceptional artistry of our concerto competition winner. Audiences will experience the orchestra’s versatility, from the tranquil glow of Grieg’s sunrise to the radiant choral harmonies of Lauridsen, culminating in the emotional power of Schumann’s concerto—a performance that highlights both the enduring beauty...
Feel the energy, precision, and power of percussion. From driving rhythms to unexpected textures, our Percussion Ensemble takes the stage for an evening that’s bold, dynamic, and impossible to sit still for. Join us for a concert that puts rhythm front and center.
Brilliant, bold, and powerful, our combined brass ensembles come together for an evening of rich sound and commanding presence. From triumphant fanfares to warm, resonant harmonies, this concert celebrates the strength and versatility of the brass tradition.
FOREVER K-POP – A Celebration ConcertTuesday, April 14, 2026 • 7:00 pm FOREVER K-POP is a next-level, fan-forward K-Pop celebration concert that fuses cinematic spectacle with arena-style production. It’s nothing like anyone has ever seen featuring live performances of smash hit songs made famous by BTS, BlackPink, KATSEYE, delivered by electrifying singers and dancers who bring the K-Pop Fan Experience to the next level. Tickets are $45.00- $99.50 (+ tax & fees)FOREVER K-POP SUPERFAN VIP PACKAGE available.Tickets go on sale Friday, February 20, at 10:00 am.
Presented by the ETSU Department of Theatre & DanceSunday, April 19, 2026 • 2:00 pmBert C. Bach Theatre Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com PLEASE NOTE: This production includes strong language and content that some people may find objectionable. This production also includes the use of loud noises, atmospheric haze, and strobe effects. Viewer...
Presented by the ETSU Department of Theatre & DanceSunday, April 19, 2026 • 2:00 pmBert C. Bach Theatre Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com PLEASE NOTE: This production includes strong language and content that some people may find objectionable. This production also includes the use of loud noises, atmospheric haze, and strobe effects. Viewer...
Presented by the ETSU Department of Theatre & DanceSunday, April 19, 2026 • 2:00 pmBert C. Bach Theatre Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com PLEASE NOTE: This production includes strong language and content that some people may find objectionable. This production also includes the use of loud noises, atmospheric haze, and strobe effects. Viewer...
The Moon Unit is a guitar trio from Durham, North Carolina that plays jazz, funk and progressive rock with intense improvisation. Being best friends since a very young age, these three musicians have a deep history of exploring music together. The Moon Unit pulls influences from traditional music to modern funk and pop. Their goal is to give every listener a deep and emotional understanding of their own being. Drummer Kurt Stracener appeared with bass star Felix Pastorius at our 2023 festival. Charlie Garnett - guitarKurt Stracener- drums, sample padBrantley Ramseur - bass In the ETSU Martin Center's Powell Recital Hall.Tickets are available at ETSUMartinCenter.org and the ticket prices below: Friday and Saturday Night General Admission Tickets - $35.00 (+ tax &...
Join us as our band ensembles take the stage for the final concert of the semester. This program brings the year to a close with energy, reflection, and celebration - showcasing the hard work, growth, and musicianship of our students. A fitting finale you won’t want to miss.
Presented by the ETSU Department of Theatre & DanceSunday, April 19, 2026 • 2:00 pmBert C. Bach Theatre Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com PLEASE NOTE: This production includes strong language and content that some people may find objectionable. This production also includes the use of loud noises, atmospheric haze, and strobe effects. Viewer...
Presented by the ETSU Department of Theatre & DanceSunday, April 19, 2026 • 2:00 pmBert C. Bach Theatre Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she’s dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it. CARRIE: THE MUSICAL is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com PLEASE NOTE: This production includes strong language and content that some people may find objectionable. This production also includes the use of loud noises, atmospheric haze, and strobe effects. Viewer...
ETSU faculty pianists Marissa Mathia and Steve Sensenig present an evening of dynamic collaboration and artistry. Both accomplished performers, educators, and collaborators, they bring a wealth of experience spanning solo performance, orchestral appearances, chamber music, composition, and musical theatre. Marissa Mathia has performed internationally and as a concerto soloist, and is passionate about collaboration and piano pedagogy. Steve Sensenig, a versatile pianist and composer, has performed across the United States and internationally, worked extensively in theatre and orchestral settings, and is widely respected for his collaborative artistry and original compositions.
Voices come together in Draw the Circle Wide, a choral concert celebrating connection, community, and the power of singing together. Featuring ETSU Bucsworth, Belles, and Chorale, this program invites listeners into a shared musical space rooted in unity, expression, and belonging.
The orchestra joins forces with our Opera Department for an evening of dramatic storytelling and sweeping sound. Featuring powerful vocal performances alongside rich orchestral color, this concert brings the stage to life through music that is bold, expressive, and full of emotion.
Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Bon Jovi’s iconic album Slippery When Wet live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of Bon Jovi’s greatest hits. For over a decade, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musicians changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a...
Swing, groove, and improv take center stage as our Jazz Ensemble brings an evening of classic charts and contemporary sounds to life. From tight ensemble hits to standout solos, this concert celebrates the creativity, energy, and spontaneity at the heart of jazz.
SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...
SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...
SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien(Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater. SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But...
Experience an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling that honors the resilience of the human spirit and the rich cultural heritage of Appalachia. Program Highlights:The internationally acclaimed Kruger Brothers, celebrated for their extraordinary musicianship and artistryPowerful, thought-provoking lyrics by songwriter and activist Si KahnVoices of the Mountains performing alongside members of the unsheltered communityThe world premiere of a newly commissioned symphonic work by the Kruger Brothers, blending Appalachian musical traditions with the sound of a full orchestra Presented as part of our Paths to Dignity program—which brings music to those experiencing homelessness—this concert shines a light on stories of hope, dignity, and perseverance. Through a unique fusion of voices, instruments, and traditions, the evening offers music that connects, uplifts, and...
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for! "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for! "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for! "The SIX: LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide! AGE RECOMMENDED – The show is recommended for ages 10 & up, but Don't Lose Ur Head, we love our Queens...
Broadway is calling… and we’re answering! Join the Appalachian Equality Chorus for Broadway, Baby! — an unforgettable concert celebrating the music, drama, and joy of the Broadway stage. From show-stopping anthems to heartfelt ballads, this performance brings the magic of musical theatre to life through the power of community and pride. Clarence Brown Theatre, Knoxville• June 5 at 8:00 p.m.• June 6 at 3:00 p.m. ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, Johnson City• June 7 at 4:00 p.m.TICKETS ON SALE SOON!
It’s official! Meet your 2026 TEDxJohnsonCity speakers! Alexandra Battle (Johnson City, TN) Kate Craig (Johnson City, TN) Dr. Sarah Long (Johnson City, TN) David Nelson (Johnson City, TN) Jessica Stollings (Johnson City, TN) Joshua Britt (Tucker, GA) Dr. Karah Sprouse (Lebanon, TN) Tickets go on sale March 2nd at 10am, so mark your calendars! We cannot wait to see you on Friday, June 26, at 6pm at the ETSU Martin Center for The Arts! Tickets go on sale March 2 @ 10:00 am. @etsumartinctr