Step into Appalachian music history at The Asheville Sessions

October 14, 2025 •

Julia Pizzuto

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Rear view of a band performing on stage, with vibrant lights creating an exciting atmosphere. Drums and other instruments in the foreground. — The Asheville Sessions is anchored by concerts on Friday, Nov. 7 + Saturday, Nov. 8, including performances by local artists and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show.

Experience Appalachia’s rich musical traditions at “The Asheville Sessions: Celebrating 100 years of Americana & Appalachia,” Thursday, Nov. 6-Sunday, Nov. 9, with panels + performances throughout Asheville.

100 years after “The Asheville Sessions” in 1925, where Asheville became the first Appalachian city to record country music at a makeshift downtown studio, the city is once again bringing Blue Ridge voices together.

The weekend is highlighted by a concert at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium on Saturday, Nov. 8 featuring talented local artists.

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