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SUMMARY:Folk All Y'all: Sug Daniels
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts and Folk All Y’all presents Sug Daniels\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, November 15\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSug Daniels (she/her) is a Delaware born\, Philadelphia based\, singer-songwriter\, story teller\, and producer who is using the tools around her to capture the emotions of an era. Daniels’ work is as colorful\, vulnerable\, and charismatic as her personality. She thoughtfully combines elements of folk\, rock\, and soul alternatives to create personal and tender music interlaced with messages of truth and positive change. \nHer single release with Don Giovanni Records “When I’m Gone” garnished well-deserved attention from local and regional radio and venues and opened new paths. After years of touring with The Black Opry\, playing official showcases in SXSW 2022\, and supporting acts such as Sarah Shook & The Disarmers\, Molly Tuttle\,  Adeem The Artist\, William Elliott Whitmore\, Daniels is working on her debut studio album set to be released in the spring of 2025.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/folk-all-yall-sug-daniels/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Autumn Defense + opener Dream Journal
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Defense + opener Dream Journal \nThe Green Room @ Crosstown Arts \nFriday\, November 7\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7:00 pm | Show Starts at 7:30 pm \n$25 in advance (plus fees) | $30 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nAfter a ten-year break from the studio\, The Autumn Defense pick up right where they left off on their long-anticipated sixth album\, Here and Nowhere. Infusing the band’s breezy\, harmony-drenched take on Laurel Canyon with lush orchestration and psychedelic flourishes\, the collection is dreamy and impressionistic\, full of warm\, inviting tunes as beautiful as they are bittersweet. Like much of the group’s catalog\, it’s an album full of mystery and wonder\, a rich\, open-hearted work that nods to everything from Nick Drake and John Martyn to Carole King and David Crosby as it contemplates the passage of time\, reckoning with what we lose\, what we gain\, and who we become along the way. \nFounded by core duo John Stirratt and Pat Sansone—and now featuring longtime rhythm section James Haggerty and Greg Wieczorek—The Autumn Defense first took shape in New Orleans\, where the band recorded their 2001 debut\, The Green Hour. While the group has at times been pigeonholed as a Wilco side project (Stirratt is a founding member\, and Sansone joined around the release of 2004’s A Ghost Is Born)\, The Autumn Defense’s sound has always been decidedly more West Coast than alt-country\, drawing comparisons to The Beach Boys\, The Byrds\, and Love over the course of five critically acclaimed studio albums. NPR hailed the group’s “timeless pop songs\,” while Rolling Stone called their music “gorgeous” and “delightful\,” and the New York Times praised their delivery as “warm and radiant.” \nOpening the show is duo Dream Journal! \nDream Journal is a collaboration between Rachael Grant and her husband\, Robby (Vending Machine\, Mellotron Variations). He performs songs from his solo catalog and creates swirly loops while Rachael reads excerpts from their dream journals.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/autumn-defense/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iris Fellows at the Green Room
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Iris Fellows at The Green Room \nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nThursday\, November 6\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm\nTickets: $20 in advance (plus fees) | $20 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Fellows\, Roberta dos Santos\, cello\, and Alexandre Negrão\, violin\, for an eclectic night of music in this intimate setting. From the lyricism of Brazilian masters Osvaldo Lacerda and Chiquinha Gonzaga\, to the intensity of Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 7\, this program spans worlds of sound and emotion. The program also includes Tucker Fuller’s contemplative The Road Ahead inspired by Thomas Merton’s reflections on faith\, and Clarice Assad’s Canções da América\, bursting with color and rhythm. Featuring Iris artists Marisa Polesky\, violin; Aaron Tubergen\, viola and David Carlisle\, percussion.About the Fellows:\n\n\nOriginally from Belem do Pará\, Alexandre Negrão started his violin studies when he was 7 years old at the Fundação Amazônica de Música. Alexandre is a former member of the Theatro da Paz Symphony Orchestra and has served as acting concertmaster from 2014 to 2016.\n\n\n\nAlexandre has studied in a special international string program in Southern Louisiana at Nicholls State University under the direction of Prof. James Alexander in Fall 2016. After completing the program\, Alexandre auditioned and was admitted with full scholarship for his undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri – School of Music. He has graduated with master’s in music degree in violin performance in the class of Professor Eva Szekely this August 2025 and was the violin chair for the New Music Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Stefan Freund.\n\n\nCurrently he dedicates his time to discover and perform music from underrepresented composers from Brazil and the USA. While teaching and guiding young musicians in the community\, Alexandre help students to find their on paths in music and in life.\n\n\n\nRoberta dos Santos is an avid chamber musician and advocate for contemporary music. A Brazilian cellist\, Roberta collaborates with some of the most diverse and renowned composers to elevate underrepresented voices in the music scene\, both in Brazil and internationally.\n\n\nAs an educator\, Roberta has dedicated over a decade to teaching at Associação Músicos do Futuro in Taboão da Serra\, her alma mater. She is a Suzuki-certified instructor\, trained under Dr. Tanya Carey\, and she has mentored students at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Civic Youth Ensembles.\n\n\n\nRoberta continues to influence the next generation of musicians through collaborations with the Memphis Youth Symphony Program\, PRIZM Ensemble\, and other initiatives\, while also maintaining a private studio in the U.S. and Brazil. Roberta is a doctoral candidate in cello performance at the University of Memphis\, where she also serves as a teaching assistant. Her doctoral research explores themes of social justice and race within Brazilian classical music. Her principal mentors include Ji Yon Shim Anderson\, Felipe Avellar de Aquino\, Dennis Parker\, Brian Snow\, and Kimberly Patterson.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/iris-fellows-at-the-green-room/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:An Evening With Joyce Cobb & Doug MacLeod
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents An Evening with Joyce Cobb & Doug MacLeod\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, October 24\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $30 in advance (plus fees) | $40 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a night of unforgettable music as two legends of American roots and blues take the stage: Joyce Cobb and Doug MacLeod. This one-of-a-kind concert brings together Cobb’s soulful\, powerhouse vocals with MacLeod’s masterful storytelling and fingerstyle blues guitar\, promising a deeply moving and joyful experience for all music lovers
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/an-evening-with-joyce-cobb-doug-macleod/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Folk All Y'all: Jonatha Brooke
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts and Folk All Y’all presents JONATHA BROOKE\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, October 11\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $30\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonatha Brooke (she/her) is a singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinaire who brings a rich musical history of evocative folk\, melodic pop\, and an edgier roots rock sensibility. \nStarting in the early ’90s as part of the duo The Story and later flourishing as a solo artist\, Jonatha has released an impressive collection of music. She’s not only a gifted artist but has co-written and produced songs with the likes of Katy Perry\, The Courtyard Hounds\, and Jessica Simpson. \nBeyond her solo career\, Jonatha is a powerhouse in songwriting and recording\, offering Master Classes both online and in person. Her extensive resume includes writing for Disney films\, TV shows\, and composing the theme song for “Dollhouse\,” to name a few. \nIn 2014\, she wrote\, produced\, and starred in her own one-woman show\, “My Mother Has 4 Noses\,” which ran off-Broadway to rave reviews and was critics’ pick in all the New York and Theater press\, including NY Times and Time Out. \nShe was also the recipient of a McKnight Artist Fellowship Grant in 2018\, won the 2019 International Acoustic Music Award for Best Female Artist for “Put the Gun Down\,” and was the competition’s overall grand prize winner. In 2020\, she was awarded an Independent Music Award (IMA) for her EP\, “Imposter.”
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/folk-all-yall-jonatha-brooke/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Everything Yes
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Everything Yes\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSunday\, October 5\, 2025\nDoors open at 6 pm | Show begins at 6:30 pm\nTickets: $20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEverything Yes is an American jazz fusion band spearheaded by the drummer Zack Graybeal\, known famously as ZackGrooves on his platforms\, Sean Reeser\, prolific composer\, producer and tenor sax master & Cole Sipe\, composer\, sound engineer and magistral bassist.\n\n\n\nThis powerhouse of a band brings a fresh take on the style while staying true to the roots.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/everything-yes-2/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Larry & Joe
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents: Larry & joe\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSunday\, september 21\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLarry & Joe were destined to make music together.\n\n\nAs a duo they perform a fusion of Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music on harp\, banjo\, cuatro\, fiddle\, maracas\, guitar\, upright bass\, and whatever else they decide to throw in the van. This performance will feature a distinct blend of their musical inheritances and traditions as well as storytelling about the ways that music and social movements coalesce.\n\n\nLarry Bellorín hails from Monagas\, Venezuela and is a legend of Llanera music. Joe Troop is from North Carolina and is a GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass and oldtime musician. Currently based in the Triangle of North Carolina\, both men are versatile multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters on a mission to show that music has no borders.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/larry-joe-2/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T143000
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SUMMARY:Savannah Brister
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Savannah Brister\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, September 19\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm\nTickets: $15 in advance (plus fees) | $20 at the door |\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening as Memphis’ own Savannah Brister takes the stage\, headlining a night of raw emotion and masterful songwriting. Hot off the release of her debut album Soft\, Savannah invites you into her world\, where country roots meet jazz sophistication\, and every lyric feels like a conversation.\n\n\nHer sound has been described as “Norah Jones meets Dolly Parton” — a soulful blend of tenderness and grit that will leave you hanging on every note. Whether you’ve followed her journey from the beginning or are just discovering the magic\, this is the show you won’t want to miss.\n\n\n\nOpening the night is the brilliant Tony Fisher\, bringing his signature blend of rich storytelling and country soul to set the tone for the evening.\n\n\nMark your calendar\, grab your people\, and come be part of a night of great music.\n\n\n\nSavannah Brister\, a Memphis-based singer-songwriter\, captivates audiences with her compelling voice and heartfelt songwriting. Her performances are infused with an undeniable emotional depth\, resonating with listeners and creating an inviting\, intimate atmosphere. In early 2019\, Savannah gained national recognition when she appeared on NBC’s The Voice and earned a spot on John Legend’s team. Her talent has also been celebrated through numerous accolades\, including an HMMA award for her song “Dear World” and multiple awards for her song “Feelings\,” which is on her latest album “Soft.” Don’t miss the chance to witness Savannah Brister’s heartfelt artistry live—she’s sure to leave you inspired and wanting more.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/savannah-brister/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T160000
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SUMMARY:The Harnsberger/Jones Duo ft. the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents The Harnsberger/Jones Duo ft. the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts \nWednesday\, August 27\, 2025 \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM \nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door \npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Harnsberger/Jones Duo will leave audiences intrigued and stunned by the expressive\, yet powerful depth that the marimba evokes live in concert. Led by marimba soloists\, Andy Harnsberger and Caitlin Jones\, this concert will feature music tailored for the duo and solo works that highlight the ability and musicianship of the marimba and the artists themselves.\n\n\n\n\nThe Harnsberger/Jones Duo always begin their concerts with “In the Midst of Darkness” by Andy Harnsberger. Written for Andy and Caitlin (and eventually led to the creation of the duo)\, this work features intensity\, drama\, and rhythmic interplay between the two instruments. After the listeners have a chance to breathe\, the duo will bring in a brand new piece\, “Promises Broken” by Adam Silverman. A complete 180 from the opener\, this piece will bring in the subtleties of the instrument\, and has been proven to be an audience favorite in recent months.\n\n\n\nThis concert will also feature the University of Memphis Percussion Ensemble\, under the direction of Dr. Bill Shaltis. Audiences are guaranteed to be exposed to new works and sounds that will leave them pondering for days and weeks to come on the beauty of the marimba.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE HARNSBERGER/JONES DUO \n\n\nAndy Harnsberger and Caitlin Jones are currently in demand as marimba soloists and guest clinicians across the United States. Together\, as The Harnsberger/Jones Duo\, they are proponents for the advancement of marimba repertoire and frequently perform new works for a variety of audiences. Collectively\, their YouTube channels have amassed over 1.8 million views. They have performed and recorded together in a variety of settings\, and in 2023\, began officially performing together as a duo. In the 2024-2025 season\, they performed in Atlanta\, Richmond\, Florida\, Tennessee\, Virginia\, and Mississippi\, as well as recorded and released a brand new marimba duo work written specifically for The Harnsberger/Jones Duo\, “Promises Broken” by Adam Silverman. Dr. Harnsberger and Dr. Jones are performing artists and clinicians for Malletech Instruments. They teach at Lee University where Harnsberger serves as Director of Percussion Studies and Jones works in the Percussion Department.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/the-harnsberger-jones-duo-ft-the-university-of-memphis-percussion-ensemble/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T160000
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Latin America
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents A Taste of Latin America\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, August 22\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door | $10 Student Rush\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur program will delight you with the sounds and compositions of Latin America. Pianists Natalia Vanegas Escobar and David Cordoba Hernandez\, and percussionist Bill Shaltis will perform works that evoke countries such as Colombia and Cuba\, and are written by some of the foremost composers of the region. We hope that you won’t want to miss this noche especial de música latinoamericana!\n\n\n\n\n\nDAVID CÓRDOBA HERNANDEZ \n\n\n\nRecognized for his colorful and sensitive performances\, Colombian pianist David Córdoba has played at venues throughout South America\, Central America\, and the United States. Highlight performances include recitals with Vincent Lucas (Principal Flutist – Orchestre de Paris)\, John-Crawford (Naxos Recording Artist)\, Amaro Dubois\, and the opening of the 2021 season of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Robert Moody. David has garnered awards in several competitions: Beethoven Club Competition – Memphis (1st place); WCM International Piano Competition – Northern Ireland (4th place); Colombian National Vocal Competition – Collaborative Piano Category (1st place); and the Memphis International Piano Competition (Honorable Mention) Guided by Colombian pianist Teresita Gomez\, David earned a Bachelor of Music at the University of Antioquia and a Master’s and Doctorate in Piano Performance with Dr. Cathal Breslin and Dr. Jonathan Tsay at the University of Memphis.\n\nNATALIA VANEGAS ESCOBAR\n\n\n\nThe Colombian pianist Natalia Vanegas is currently building a promising career as a performer. For five years\, she served as a class-piano instructor at the University of Memphis. Additionally\, she currently works as an accompanist pianist at Arkansas State University and the University of Mississippi. She has excelled in competitions such as the Beethoven Club (Memphis 2019\, 3rd place)\, Teatro Colón Competition (2019\, finalist)\, Costa Rica PianoFest (2020\, 1st place)\, and the Uofm Symphony soloist competition (2021). Some of her solo performances include the CIMA festival in Manizales\, the Puerto Rico Center for Collaborative Piano\, the Costa Rica Pianist Encounter\, the EAFIT Symphony Orchestra\, among others. She has also served as a judge in various competitions and is the coordinator of the Memphis International Piano Festival and Competition. Her interests include Colombian and Latin American living composers\, and she plans to promote these works in her upcoming performances and in an upcoming recording. Natalia earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Antioquia\, where she studied with Dr. Carlos Eduardo Betancur\, Dr. Ana María Orduz\, and the renowned Colombian pianist Teresita Gómez. She completed her masters and doctorate degrees at the University of Memphis\, where she studied with Dr. Cathal Breslin and Dr. Jonathan Tsay.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n BILL SHALTIS\nBill Shaltis is the Associate Professor of Percussion at the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music\, University of Memphis and Principal Timpanist of the New Hampshire Music Festival Orchestra. Formerly\, Shaltis was the Principal Timpanist for the Boise Philharmonic Orchestra\, Principal Percussion of the Evansville Philharmonic and Owensboro Symphony\, and on faculty at Missouri Southern State University and the University of Evansville. He is a sought-after clinician and performer throughout North America\, Europe\, and China and has performed and presented at several PASICs\, the NAfME and Midwest Conferences\, and at state conferences\, Day of Percussion events\, and universities throughout the country. Shaltis’ debut album\, “Essence/Descent\,” features premiere recordings of 21st century solo and chamber timpani repertoire and can be found on all major streaming platforms. He is also co-founder of the Two Rivers Timpani Summit. Shaltis is a proud performing artist/clinician for Grover Pro Percussion\, JG Percussion\, Remo\, Yamaha\, and Zildjian.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/a-taste-of-latin-america/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Strictly Jazz: The Music of Mulgrew Miller ft. Keith Brown
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents Strictly Jazz: The Music of Mulgrew miller ft. Keith Brown\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, August 16\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20 In Advance (plus Fees) | $25 at the Door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Strictly Jazz Series\, a joint presentation by Crosstown Arts and Strictly Jazz Entertainment\, celebrates classic jazz music through contemporary interpretations by acclaimed musicians. This show will feature Keith Brown performing the jazz standards and compositions of Mulgrew Miller\, Harold Mabern\, James Williams\, and Donald Brown.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKEITH BROWN\n\n\n\nKeith L. Brown is a distinguished pianist\, composer\, and educator\, widely regarded as one of the most sought-after musicians in contemporary jazz. Rooted in R&B\, Funk\, Classical\, Jazz\, and Hip-Hop\, his compositions and piano style seamlessly blend these influences\, showcasing both deep tradition and modern innovation. With an exceptional command of jazz’s rich language\, Brown transitions effortlessly between hard swing\, funk\, and free improvisation—all while maintaining a distinctive artistic voice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorn in Memphis\, TN\, and raised in Knoxville\, TN\, Brown began playing piano seriously at 18 and quickly established himself as a formidable force in jazz. He currently tours as the pianist for Grammy-nominated saxophonist and 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship recipient Kenny Garrett. His extensive collaborations include performances with Stefon Harris\, Jazzmeia Horn\, George Coleman\, Greg Tardy\, Camille Thurman\, Terreon Gully\, Willie Jones III\, Endea Owens\, Charles Tolliver\, Buster Williams\, Lenny White\, Steve Turre\, John Clayton\, and many more—captivating audiences worldwide.\n\n\n\n“I am sure that is one that will make a tremendous contribution to the continuum of jazz and particularly jazz piano.” – Mulgrew Miller\n\n\n\n“Keith Brown is a phenomenal player! He has a great grasp on the language of the jazz piano masters and an ability to come from many directions; from hard swing to funk to free”. –Greg Tardy
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/strictly-jazz-the-music-of-keith-brown/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Gettin' Grown Podcast Live in Memphis
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts Presents Gettin’ Grown Podcast Live in Memphis\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nThursday\, August 14\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $35 In Advance (plus Fees) | $45 at the Door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive at the Kitchen Table with Jade and Keia – An intimate live show experience with the hosts of the Gettin Grown Podcast. The Gettin Grown Podcast Community gathers virtually each week to collectively process the various and sometimes vicious vicissitudes of navigating adulthood.  \nJoin us as we commune together in real life!
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/gettin-grown-podcast-live-in-memphis/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T220000
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SUMMARY:Jazz Jam Session: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Jam: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet \nTuesday\, August 12\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm \n$7 tickets (plus fees) | Free for Participants  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nCome jam with us at the Green Room\, hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet! \nAlex Upton is a Memphis-based saxophonist\, composer\, and educator with a deep passion for musics both old and new. Alex is a nationally awarded soloist that has performed and recorded with artists such as Rahsaan Barber\, Rachel Therrien\, Ted Ludwig\, Baron Tymas\, Stephen Anderson\, and James Sexton. Awarded first prize in the 2022 North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Artist Competition\, Alex has performed at both JEN and NASA Conferences\, and has performed at regionally renowned venues including the Brooks Museum of Art\, Crosstown Arts Green Room\, Durham’s Sharp Nine Gallery\, and Bond Brothers Eastside. Their work as a performer and composer is featured on Summit Records with the 360 Jazz Initiative\, and under their own name on their newest full-length album release “Portraits of a Silent Moment”.  \n Listed below are the jam tunes for the month of August. Participants are encouraged to learn several of the included tunes ahead of time in preparation for the jam. A limited number of blank slots for tune suggestions will be available at the sign-in desk. \n AUGUST JAM SESSION TUNES: \n\n\nBye Bye Blackbird (Henderson/Dixon)\n\n\nGroovin’ High (Gillespie)\n\n\nBlack Orpheus (Bonfa)\n\n\nPeace (Horace Silver)\n\n\nWindows (Corea)\n\n\nStrasbourg/St. Denis (Hargrove)\n\n\nOne Finger Snap (Hancock)\n\n\nAll Blues (Davis)\n\n\n\nACCESS CHARTS HERE
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/jazz-jam-session-hosted-by-the-alex-upton-quartet-3/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Folk All Y'all presents: Jesse Ruben
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts and Folk All Y’all present Jesse Ruben\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, August 9\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse Ruben (he/him) is a singer/songwriter living in Brooklyn\, NY. Best known for his lyrical storytelling and engaging live shows\, his songs have been heard on more than a dozen TV shows in the US and abroad. His most recent single “This Is Why I Need You” reached the top 10 in 12 different countries\, and has been streamed more than 60 million times across all platforms. He has recorded live sessions for NPR and MTV Asia\, and has been featured on CNN and in Esquire Magazine. \nBeyond his music career\, Ruben is highly active in philanthropic endeavors. He is a co-founder of Generation Lyme\, a community built to empower people facing Lyme disease through sharing patient stories and hosting online Meet-ups. In addition\, he is the founder of The We Can Project\, an initiative for young students designed to help them discover their passions and give back to their communities. To date\, more than 800\,000 young people have participated. To promote the program\, he was personally invited by Hoda Kotb to perform live on The Today Show.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/folk-all-yall-presents-jesse-ruben/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Memphis Flamenco Trio + opener Davy Ray Bennet
DESCRIPTION:Memphis Flamenco Trio  \nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025 | The Green Room  \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show starts at 7:30 pm  \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \n  \nRoy Brewer presents a night of solo flamenco guitar works and arrangements for flamenco ensemble\, joined by flautist Sam Jesuyemi and cellist Johnathan Kirkscey. Opening for the show is local Memphis musician Davy Ray Bennet. \n Roy Brewer was awarded a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from the University of Memphis in 1996. He is currently a part-time instructor at the University and is a freelance musician. Besides recording with many major label artists\, his performance credits also include the Conan O’Brien Show; Austin City Limits; Later\, with Jools Hollond (BBC); and his fiddle can be heard on the sound track for the motion picture Black Snake Moan. His research on Southern music has been published in the academic journals Popular Music\, American Music\, Popular Music and Society\, and The Smithsonian Inst. Scholarly Press. \nDavy Ray Bennet has been a local Memphis musician since 1996. He’s released three albums of his original songs. He graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelors of Music degree\, with an emphasis on classical guitar performance. In his original instrumental works\, Davy Ray imitates passages from musical genres that have always influenced him.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/roy-brewer-an-evening-of-flamenco-guitar/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T210000
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SUMMARY:Roland Barber Quintet ft. Joel Frahm
DESCRIPTION:Roland Barber Quintet ft. Joel Frahm \nFriday\, July 25th\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show starts at 7:30  \n$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nRoland Barber returns to Memphis\, TN with a show featuring music for jazz quintet! He will be performing alongside powerhouse saxophone titan Joel Frahm. Rounding out the band will be a wave of young geniuses invigorating the Nashville Scene. On piano\, you’ll find Alex Murphy\, whose influences span from Mulgrew Miller to Robert Glasper. On the drum kit\, young phenom Christian Burgs\, and on the bass\, Jack Aylor. Expect to hear modern and original music that speaks to the heart\, soul\, mind and toes. You’ll also hear a nod to the history of the music standards\, and a ballad or two for the long time jazz listener.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/roland-barber-quintet-ft-joel-frahm/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Memphis Jazz Workshop Alumni Band
DESCRIPTION:Memphis Jazz Workshop Alumni Band \nSaturday\, July 19th\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show starts at 7:30  \n$30 in advance (plus fees) | $40 at the door \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening that honors the spirit\, soul\, and future of jazz in Memphis. The MJW Alumni Band brings together some of the city’s most promising young musicians—alumni of the renowned Memphis Jazz Workshop—for a dynamic concert showcasing their growth\, artistry\, and originality. \n This electrifying program blends timeless jazz standards with fresh\, original compositions\, highlighting the rich musical tradition of Memphis while looking boldly toward its future. These talented artists\, shaped by the city’s deep-rooted jazz legacy\, now return to the stage in a one-night-only reunion of Memphis’ finest up-and-coming talent \n  \nFEATURING: \n\nKenneth Reed (Saxophone)\n\n\nKurtis Gray (Drums)\n\n\nTerry Washington (Trumpet)\n\n\nTajh Walsh (Trumpet)\n\n\nEli Ibrahim (Piano)\n\n\nReginald Owens Jr (Drums)\n\n\nEthan Assad (Bass)\n\n\nCasey Flipping (Piano)\n\n\nQuincy Evans (Trumpet)
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/memphis-jazz-workshop-alumni-band/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Folk All Y'all presents: Nathan Graham
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts and Folk All Y’all presents Nathan Graham\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, July 18\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen you think of a singer-songwriter\, who comes to mind? \nNathan Graham (he/him) says it probably isn’t somebody who looks like he does\, and he wants to change that. \nBorn and raised in Chicago\, Graham meshes South Side Blues with Nashville Americana\, beginning his career backing blues singers at famous haunts like Buddy Guy’s Legends and Kingston Mines. He spent a decade as a guitar-for-hire before picking up a mic to tell his own stories on the stage. \nSoulful and steady\, Graham’s music offers a raw introspective of the human condition that’s both painful and comforting. His guitar conveys heartbreak\, lyrics tell stories of regret\, but his rich vocal delivery offers the remedy. \nHaving brought his songs on international tours with both major label and indie acts\, Graham is challenging the notion of what it means to be a singer-songwriter. He’s driving inclusivity within the genre\, and he hopes to evoke a sense of understanding in the process. \n“I’m writing about universal experiences\,” he says. “I’m writing music to connect my story to yours\, show you all that we have in common\, and maybe help both of us feel less alone.”
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/folk-all-yall-presents-nathan-graham/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Summer 2025 Resident Artist Talks
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents the Resident Artist Talks in The Green Room \nCrosstown Arts is proud to present the summer residency cohort’s Resident Artist Talks! Join artists Kaylyn Webster\, Desmond Beach\, Eduardo Aguilar\, and fosterfalls for an evening of discussion and knowledge surrounding the work of these four incredible resident artists. \nThis free event at The Green Room will feature presentations from various fields of visual arts and music\, providing different perspectives into each artist’s creative journeys\, inspirations\, and artistic processes. \nThis is an amazing opportunity to connect with artists and hear from them about their own work and how different art forms interact. Whether you’re a long-time art enthusiast or new to the creative community\, we invite you to experience the passion and creativity that drives these talented individuals. \nDon’t miss this inspiring evening! Come meet the artists and dive into the world of the Crosstown Arts Residency! \nPresenters will include:\nKaylyn Webster\nDesmond Beach\nEduardo Aguilar\nfosterfalls \nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nThursday\, July 17\, 2025\nTime: 6-8 pm\nTickets: Free and open to the public \n  \n 
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/summer-2025-resident-artist-talks/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Residency,The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T220000
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SUMMARY:Jazz Jam Session: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Jam: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet \nTuesday\, July 15\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm  \n$7 tickets (plus fees) | Free for Participants  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nCome jam with us at the Green Room\, hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet! \nAlex Upton is a Memphis-based saxophonist\, composer\, and educator with a deep passion for musics both old and new. Alex is a nationally awarded soloist that has performed and recorded with artists such as Rahsaan Barber\, Rachel Therrien\, Ted Ludwig\, Baron Tymas\, Stephen Anderson\, and James Sexton. Awarded first prize in the 2022 North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Artist Competition\, Alex has performed at both JEN and NASA Conferences\, and has performed at regionally renowned venues including the Brooks Museum of Art\, Crosstown Arts Green Room\, Durham’s Sharp Nine Gallery\, and Bond Brothers Eastside. Their work as a performer and composer is featured on Summit Records with the 360 Jazz Initiative\, and under their own name on their newest full-length album release “Portraits of a Silent Moment”.  \n Listed below are the jam tunes for the month of July. Participants are encouraged to learn several of the included tunes ahead of time in preparation for the jam. A limited number of blank slots for tune suggestions will be available at the sign-in desk. \n JULY JAM SESSION TUNES: \n\n\nSandu (Clifford Brown)\n\n\n\n\nDolphin Dance (Herbie Hancock)\n\n\n\n\nNight and Day (Cole Porter)\n\n\n\n\nLittle Sunflower (Freddie Hubbard)\n\n\n\n\nWave (Antonio Carlos Jobim)\n\n\n\n\nBody and Soul (Johnny Green)\n\n\n\n\nFirm Roots (Cedar Walton)\n\n\n\n\nAll of Me (Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons)\n\n\n 
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/jazz-jam-session-hosted-by-the-alex-upton-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:An Intimate Night with David Ryan Harris
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents An Intimate Night with David Ryan Harris\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSunday\, JUNE 29\, 2025\nDoors open at 6 pm | Show begins at 6:30 pm\nTickets: $20 In advance (plus fees) | $30 at the door\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\n\n\nSpend a cozy Sunday evening with multi-hyphenate musician David Ryan Harris! Harris first rose to fame as front man for the seminal Atlanta rock band Follow For Now in the late 1980s; after the band’s dissolution in 1994\, Harris struck out on his own as a solo artist while also working with singer and former Arrested Development member Dionne Farris. He’s released five solo albums and an EP under his own name\, as well as one album as a member of the rock trio Brand New Immortals\, and he’s written and produced for a wide range of artists including Zayn\, Wanda Jackson\, India.Arie\, and Hootie & the Blowfish. \nHarris recently won an APRA AMCOS for Billions Milestone for his work on Nelly’s 2010 single “Just a Dream\,” which recently surpassed one billion streams; he also co-wrote the Guy Sebastian and Lupe Fiasco collaboration “Battle Scars” in 2012\, which is certified platinum by the RIAA and went nine times platinum in Australia. \nWith further in-studio and onstage collaborations with artists like Mariah Carey\, Alicia Keys\, John Mayer\, Dave Matthews\, Santana\, and more\, Harris is constantly collaborating with music’s brightest lights to add his own special touch to their work.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/an-intimate-night-with-david-ryan-harris/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T170000
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SUMMARY:Those Pretty Wrongs
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts present Those Pretty Wrongs in The Green Room\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, JUNE 27\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm\nTickets: $25 In advance (plus fees) | $30 at the door\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\n\nThose Pretty Wrongs celebrated their tenth year as a band with a tour across the U.S.\, UK\, and Australia\, promoting their best-reviewed album\, Holiday Camp. Mojo described it as “irresistible” due to its “celestial harmonies” and “wrangled emotions\,” while Uncut praised its “dreamily autumnal mastery” of power pop.\n\n\n\nThe partnership between Jody Stephens and Luther Russell began in 1992 but only blossomed into music collaboration a decade ago during the making of the documentary Nothing Can Hurt Me\, which focused on the legendary Memphis band Big Star. Their self-titled debut album\, released in 2016\, garnered acclaim\, leading to worldwide tours and the creation of their second album\, Zed For Zulu (2019)\, an earthy exploration of human interaction.\n\n\n\nLuther resides in Los Angeles while Jody remains in Memphis\, and their collaboration emphasizes a spontaneous approach to music-making. Luther reflects on their journey\, stating\, “The first record was sort of a little miracle…. But here we are with our third LP out.” Jody’s influence on pop includes his work with Big Star and Golden Smog\, while Luther has a storied career as a solo artist and producer\, recently recognized in the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. Their harmonious partnership continues to thrive\, with plans for a UK tour this September\, celebrating a decade of music. Jody emphasizes the rewarding nature of their shared creative experience\, involving all who support them.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/those-pretty-wrongs-4/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T163000
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SUMMARY:Folk All Y'all presents: Mia Borders
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts and Folk All Y’all presents Mia Borders\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, June 21\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMia Borders (she/her) is a renowned singer-songwriter who has captivated audiences with her soulful voice\, electrifying performances\, and diverse musical style. Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Orleans\, her passion for music was evident from an early age and she quickly developed into a multifaceted artist\, defying genre boundaries. \nBorders’ live performances are nothing short of electrifying\, infusing her soulful vocals with a contagious energy that leaves audiences spellbound. Whether she’s performing in intimate clubs or on grand stages\, her charisma and connection with the crowd are unparalleled. Her ability to seamlessly transition between high-energy anthems and intimate ballads showcases her versatility and depth as a performer. \nBeyond her musical accomplishments\, Borders is deeply rooted in her New Orleans community\, using her platform to uplift and support various charitable causes. Off stage and outside of the studio\, Borders runs Third Coast Entertainment\, a booking agency and event production company aimed at elevating women\, LGBTQ+\, and BIPOC artists. She also founded The Borders Foundation to support artists from marginalized communities. \nMia Borders continues to push the boundaries of her artistry\, consistently delivering powerful and emotive music that touches the hearts of listeners around the world. Her dedication to her craft\, combined with her authentic storytelling and soulful delivery\, has made her beloved by her fans\, and her impact is sure to resonate for years to come.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/folk-all-yall-presents-mia-borders/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T163000
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Blues Night with Willie Farmer and Ryan Lee Crosby
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Mississippi Blues Night with Willie Farmer and Ryan Lee Crosby\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFRIday\, June 20\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\nThough the Mississippi Delta’s Willie Farmer and Rhode Island’s Ryan Lee Crosby come from different backgrounds\, they are each dedicated to performing Mississippi blues music. Farmer — a Big Legal Mess and Music Maker Foundation artist from Duck Hill\, MS — focuses on Delta- and Memphis-style blues while Crosby performs the stomping North Mississippi and the haunting Bentonia\, MS blues. (Skip James is from Bentonia\, MS.) The Memphis Flyer terms Farmer‘s last recording a “great album.” Though Crosby is a yankee\, he has spent considerable time in Memphis and Mississippi and is mentored by GRAMMY Award nominee and juke joint proprietor Jimmy “Duck” Holmes. \n\n\nWillie Farmer is living proof that Mississippi continues to produce deep blues. The 65-year-old guitarist is neither a soul modernist nor a revivalist\, but a small-town auto mechanic who’s never shaken his love for old-school legends like Muddy Waters\, Howlin’ Wolf\, and Lightnin’ Hopkins. \nA lifelong resident of tiny Duck Hill\, located in the hills east of the Delta\, Farmer grew up on his family’s farm. He picked up the acoustic guitar in his early teens\, and after saving money from picking cotton\, he bought his first electric instrument. He began performing at school events and local gatherings\, learning blues and R&B by tuning into a powerful Nashville radio station. \nIn his early twenties\, he joined a loose-knit band that played juke joints around the area\, including Duck Hill\, Grenada\, Kilmichael\, and deep into the Delta in Greenwood and Charleston. But he eventually grew weary of the rowdy club scene\, where “people liked to fight like crazy.” \nIn 2003\, Farmer helped found the Grassroots Blues Festival\, held in a meadow outside Duck Hill. The annual event connected him with downhome blues artists from across Mississippi\, including Willie King and Leo Welch. \nFarmer’s first serious studio effort came with “The Man From the Hill” (2019\, Big Legal Mess)\, recorded over several sessions at Bruce Watson’s Memphis-based Delta-Sonic Sound. Working in a North Mississippi Hill Country vein\, the album features Jimbo Mathus and drummer George Sluppick\, with Farmer also exploring gospel harmonies alongside Memphis’ Barnes Brothers. \nFor the past thirty years\, he’s operated his own auto repair shop\, but he hopes the success of the album and touring opportunities will let him finally step away from the garage. The Memphis Flyer called the record a “great album\,” highlighting his playing as full of “rough-hewn strength and deep sensitivity\,” while Relix Magazine noted that it “showcases Farmer’s gritty blues approach as he honors longtime influences like Lightnin’ Hopkins and Howlin’ Wolf.” \nIn his upcoming album At the Blue Front\, Ryan Lee Crosby channels the ethereal sounds of Bentonia\, Mississippi\, through a live field recording captured at the legendary Blue Front Café\, the oldest active juke joint in the U.S. In the spirit of folklorists like Alan Lomax and David Evans\, the album was recorded on reel-to-reel tape at the historic venue owned by Grammy-nominated bluesman Jimmy “Duck” Holmes. \nSupported by Holmes\, Grant Smith on calabash\, and Jay Scheffler on harmonica\, Crosby delivers eight tracks that honor Bentonia and North Mississippi blues traditions while reflecting his own distinctive voice. The album\, rich with spontaneously composed performances\, centers on Crosby’s electric 12-string guitar\, played in both standard and “crossnote” tunings. \nCrosby’s journey into Bentonia blues began in 2012 after discovering the early recordings of Skip James. He started formal studies with Holmes in 2019\, but his influences also include Jack Owens\, Cornelius Bright\, and Robert Belfour\, Jessie Mae Hemphill\, and RL Boyce—the latter two of whom he has performed and recorded with. \nDubbed “a young torchbearer of the style” by Smithsonian Magazine\, Crosby blends deep tradition with personal mysticism. His sound is raw\, immediate\, and reverent to place and people. \nHe has earned features in Guitar Player\, Premier Guitar\, Aquarium Drunkard\, Vintage Guitar\, American Blues Scene\, and WBUR (Boston NPR)\, among others. His performance credits include Juke Joint Fest\, Meadowlark Fest\, and Levon Helm Studios\, and he has also worked with producer Bruce Watson of Fat Possum Records.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/mississippi-blues-night-with-willie-farmer-and-ryan-lee-crosby/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Jazz Jam Session: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Jam: Hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet \nTuesday\, June 17\, 2025 | The Green Room \nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm  \n$7 tickets (plus fees) | Free for Participants  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nCome jam with us at the Green Room\, hosted by the Alex Upton Quartet! \nAlex Upton is a Memphis-based saxophonist\, composer\, and educator with a deep passion for musics both old and new. Alex is a nationally awarded soloist that has performed and recorded with artists such as Rahsaan Barber\, Rachel Therrien\, Ted Ludwig\, Baron Tymas\, Stephen Anderson\, and James Sexton. Awarded first prize in the 2022 North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Artist Competition\, Alex has performed at both JEN and NASA Conferences\, and has performed at regionally renowned venues including the Brooks Museum of Art\, Crosstown Arts Green Room\, Durham’s Sharp Nine Gallery\, and Bond Brothers Eastside. Their work as a performer and composer is featured on Summit Records with the 360 Jazz Initiative\, and under their own name on their newest full-length album release “Portraits of a Silent Moment”.  \n Listed below are the jam tunes for the month of June. Participants are encouraged to learn several of the included tunes ahead of time in preparation for the jam. A limited number of blank slots for tune suggestions will be available at the sign-in desk. \n JUNE JAM SESSION TUNES: \n\nBlues for Alice (Charlie Parker)\n\n\nConfirmation (Charlie Parker)\n\n\nGibraltar (Freddie Hubbard)\n\n\nEquinox (John Coltrane)\n\n\nHow Insensitive (Antonio Carlos Jobim)\n\n\nMy One and Only Love (Guy Wood/Robert Mellin)\n\n\nOn the Sunny Side of the Street (Jimmy McHugh)\n\n\nYes or No (Wayne Shorter)
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/jazz-jam-session-hosted-by-the-alex-upton-quartet/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Kenneth Whalum LATE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Kenneth Whalum: LATE SHOW\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, June 14 2025\nDoors open at 9 pm | Show begins at 9:30 PM\nTickets: $30 in advance (plus fees) | $40 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\nA truly exceptional artist\, Kenneth Whalum brings an innovative blend of soul and jazz. Born in Memphis\, this remarkable singer\, songwriter\, and saxophonist has charted a new course in music\, combining his technical mastery with deep emotional expressiveness. Join Whalum as he shares vulnerability and raw emotion through his music\, creating intimate connections with his listeners.\n\n\n\nThe concert features:\n\n\nKenneth Whalum – vocals/sax\n\n\nTerence Clark – drums\n\n\nBrad Williams – guitar\n\n\nBrandon Brown – bass\n\n\nTerrence Brown – keys
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/kenneth-whalum-late-show/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:Kenneth Whalum
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!\nCrosstown Arts presents Kenneth Whalum\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nSaturday\, June 14 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 PM\nTickets: $30 in advance (plus fees) | $40 at the door\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\nA truly exceptional artist\, Kenneth Whalum brings an innovative blend of soul and jazz. Born in Memphis\, this remarkable singer\, songwriter\, and saxophonist has charted a new course in music\, combining his technical mastery with deep emotional expressiveness. Join Whalum as he shares vulnerability and raw emotion through his music\, creating intimate connections with his listeners.\n\n\n\nThe concert features:\n\n\nKenneth Whalum – vocals/sax\n\n\nTerence Clark – drums\n\n\nBrad Williams – guitar\n\n\nBrandon Brown – bass\n\n\nTerrence Brown – keys
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/kenneth-whalum/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T110120
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SUMMARY:Modern Masters: Joe Locke and the Ted Ludwig Trio
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts presents Modern Masters: Joe Locke and the Ted Ludwig Trio\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, june 13\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm\nTickets: $20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door | $10 Student (with school ID)\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n\n\nJoe Locke is an internationally recognized Modern Master of Jazz Vibrophone. Come for an evening of incredible music playing by Locke alongside some of Memphis’ finest jazz musicians.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Not only has he mastered an instrument that has catapulted only a handful of players to the forefront of modern jazz – but he has done so in a way that transcends mere technique and establishes him as a unique and adventurous musical voice.”\n\n\n\n\n— Derk Richardson\, San Francisco Bay Guardian\n\n\n\n\n“His lines have flash and pizzazz\, but also an unforced lyricism\, bubbling just under that force-of-nature enthusiasm”\n\n\n\n\n— Chicago Jazz Music Examiner
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/modern-masters-joe-locke-and-the-ted-ludwig-trio/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T160000
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SUMMARY:Memphis Concrète: Experimental Eletronic Music Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts present memphis concrète: experimental elecronic music festival 2025 in the green room\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nsaturDay\, JUNE 7 to Sunday\, june 8\, 2025\nDoors open at 3 pm | festival begins at 3:30 pm and ends at 9 pm\nTickets: 2-day pass $40 (plus fees) | 1-day pass $25 (plus fees)\npurchase TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nMemphis Concrète is an experimental electronic music festival that has been bringing together the best in artists who defy expectations from within and outside the Memphis region since 2017. It offers an eclectic mix of styles that push boundaries—from ambient to electroacoustic to industrial (and much that can’t be easily categorized).\n\n\n\nPerforming at this year’s festival will be:\n\nThe Corrupting Sea \nDinosauria+pdr \nDrop Ceiling \nArt Edmaiston \nIpek Eginli \nFosterfalls \nHater Group Chat \nInfinity Stairs \nLiars Serum \nMarianne \nThe Memphis Concrète Electroacoustic Chamber Ensemble \nneon glittery \nNoir Walls \npost doom romance \nStrooly \nSuroor \nJanet Xmas
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/memphis-concrete-experimental-eletronic-music-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts The Green Room
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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SUMMARY:DALLAS UGLY
DESCRIPTION:Crosstown Arts present DALLAS UGLY with Cyrena Wages in The Green Room\nThe Green Room at Crosstown Arts\nFriday\, JUNE 6\, 2025\nDoors open at 7 pm | Show begins at 7:30 pm\nTickets: $20 (plus fees) | $25 at the door |\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE\nNashville’s Dallas Ugly (Libby Weitnauer\, Owen Burton\, and Eli Broxham) is a band of truly trusted friends who – after a decade of playing together – return with their best work yet.\nSitting somewhere between indie rock and Americana and beautifully produced in collaboration with Grammy-winning engineer Justin Francis\, their sophomore album See Me Now is contemporary\, crisp\, and alive. It is a fiddle-filled entry in the current band-with-guitar renaissance that puts them in conversation with acts like MJ Lenderman\, Big Thief\, and Allegra Krieger while still channelling the sparkly sing-along heights of late 90s radio. The growth of heartache\, finding footing in an unstable world\, and modern anxiety resonate out in soaring harmony.
URL:https://crosstownarts.org/calendar/dallas-ugly/
LOCATION:Crosstown Arts\, The Green Room\, 1350 Concourse Ave.\, Suite 280\, Memphis\, TN\, 38104\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Green Room
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