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JOHNNY MATHIS
with the Nashville Symphony
September 14
“Chances Are” you’ll get “Misty” when this crooner performs his hits with the orchestra.
YO-YO MA
with the Nashville Symphony
October 1
The world’s greatest cellist returns to perform Elgar’s Cello Concerto with the Nashville Symphony.
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September 18 to 20
Conni Ellisor and Victor Wooten perform a groundbreaking Concerto for Electric Bass & Orchestra.
Smash hits like “Juke Box Hero,” “Feels Like the First Time,” “Urgent,” “Cold as Ice” and “I Want to Know What Love Is.”
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA
THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON
October 5
October 10
with the Nashville Symphony
with Wynton Marsalis
This remarkable group is made up of 15 of the finest soloists, ensemble players, and arrangers in jazz music today.
September 21
with the Nashville Symphony
Get ready for a “Thriller” of an evening when the Nashville Symphony, a full band and vocalists pay tribute to the King of Pop.
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events THIS MONTH’S FEATURES: Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 222 Fifth Avenue South. You haven’t seen Nashville if you haven’t visited the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, the largest popular music museum in the world. Experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Kenny Rogers: Through the Years provides a comprehensive tour through Rogers’s acclaimed musical phases and other artistic outlets. The exhibit will feature dozens of artifacts including costume pieces from the Gambler, First Edition paraphrenalia, original sheet music, a handmade tambourine with Kenny Rogers’s logo burned into the wood, similar to the ones he throws into the crowd at his concerts, numerous awards, and other items that reflect Rogers’s longtime status as a pop culture icon. Alan Jackson: 25 Years Of Keepin’ It Country will give fans a deep look into Jackson’s career and personal life, showcasing awards, instruments, clothes, personal mementos, albums and music videos. Miranda Lambert: Backstage Access will explore a year in the life of the Grammy Award-winning superstar, and includes gowns, stage costumes, awards and much more. Crystal Gayle: When I Dream recounts Gayle’s unique rise to stardom. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Tickets are $24 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 6 to 17) for the Gold Package and $35 for adults and $26 for youth for the Platinum Package, which also includes a tour of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Then shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto country musichalloffame.com.
Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive. Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday in September. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that
made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Little Big Town (pictured), Gene Watson, Rhonda Vincent, Charlie Worsham, Scotty McCreery, Del McCoury Band, Trace Adkins, Ricky Skaggs, Steep Canyon Rangers, Charlie Daniels Band, Easton Corbin, and many more! For Opry tickets and information visit opry. com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Saturdays in September – Musicians Corner Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. Free family-friendly weekly festival and giant lawn party with stellar music, a mix of Nashville’s best food trucks, free Kidsville activities, Dogville, and a Beer Garden serving Nashville’s local brews. Headliners include Robert Earl Keen, Emily West, and Roots of a Rebellion on September 6; Erin McCarley, Marc Scibilia, and Viny Thief on September 13; Over The Rhine, Sleepy Man Banjo Boys, and The Brothers Comatose on September 20; Josh Rouse, Gabe Dixon, Mike Hicks & The Funk Puncs on September 27;12–5 pm. musicianscornernashville.com
September 4 – Sunset Safari Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Road. Music, entertainment and animals representing the four corners of the globe abound at this one-of-a-kind event, starting at 6:30 pm. Browse and bid on artwork created by Nashville Zoo animals. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the gate. All proceeds benefit Sava Conservation Madagascar. Dress is cocktail attire, animal prints and safari wear. Ages 21+ only (no infants). Rain or shine. nashvillezoo.org 3
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September 5-7 – Nashville Greek Festival 4905 Franklin Pike. Come experience a rich, multisensory experience of Greek hospitality and culture with savory cuisine, soulful music, lively dancing, and educational tours. $3 admission tickets are valid for the entire weekend. Free for children 12 and under, military, police and fire personel (with ID). nashvillegreekfestival.com
events September 6 – Cumberland River Dragon Boat Festival
2750 Tucker Road. Celebrate three days of culture and cuisine from the old country, in a family-friendly environment. Enter the meatball eating and grape stomping contests, take part in free wine tastings (Saturday & Sunday only), enjoy live music from Nathan Pacheco, and more! Tickets: $2, Kids under 3 free. italianlights.org
Riverfront Park, 100 First Avenue North. Fifty teams of 22 paddlers each will race each other in 46-foot-long authentic, Hong Kong-style dragon boats on the Cumberland River right in front of LP Field. Over 1000 paddlers are expected to participate this year and fans can watch all the fun from the large viewing area where they can cheer paddlers, support the advocacy work of the Cumberland River Compact, and celebrate the long tradition of dragon boat racing with a cultural festival unlike any other in Music City. Organizations from across Nashville are participating and food trucks from across the city will be in attendance to satiate even the biggest appetite. 8 am–3 pm, nashvilledragonboat.org
September 5-15 – Tennessee State Fair
September 7 – Fairgrounds Speedway
September 5-7 – Nashville Italian Lights Festival
Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 500 Wedgewood Avenue. “Let the Good Times Grow” celebrates the growth the fair has experienced in recent years and the hope of an even brighter future. More than 100,000 fairgoers will experience the thrilling rides at the Midway, the wide variety of competitions, and the staple fair foods such as cotton candy, corn dogs and snow cones. Taste of Tennessee Festival kicks off opening weekend with craft beer, artisan spirits, local music, native food and Tennesseemade goods on Friday and Saturday, September 5 & 6. Live music is non-stop every night on the Moosic, Bluegrass, Creative Arts, and Festival of the Nations stages. Music City Cookoff competition categories are Bacon, Dessert and Seafood and will span over Friday and Saturday, September 5 & 6. Fair goers are welcome to come down and watch the excitement as it’s filmed for a new FYI network series. The Flying Houndz Frizbee Trick Dog Show is an explosive, high-energy attraction that features frisbee tricks and one-of-a-kind choreographed dancing dog routines, sure to thrill the entire family. Fairest of the Fair Pageant takes over the Sports Arena on Friday night, September 13, at 6 pm with several additional pageants scheduled for Saturday, September 14. Other must-sees include Hedrick’s Racing Pigs, Kenya Safari Acrobats, Ice Cream Eating Contest, and Curly the Kid and Colonel Phil Good return with their Western Comedy Show. Good times for everyone! tnstatefair.org
Fairgrounds Speedway, 625 Smith Avenue. Come out and join us! Admission $10, Kids 12 and under/ Seniors $8, Military $5. The pit ticket gate opens at 9:30 am, first practice at 12 noon, the grandstand officially opens at 3 pm, the green flag racing slated for 4 pm. fairgroundsspeedwaynashville.com
September 13 – Wine On The River Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge. Come join us as we travel through 10 different regions spanning the globe. Sample wine, beer, and/or spirits specific to that region and a restaurant featuring a culturally themed menu. Take a break from your travels and enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz at Nashville’s largest wine tasting event, with breathtaking views overlooking downtown Nashville. wineontheriver.com
September 13 – Second Saturday Laser Shows at Sudekem Planetarium Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. After-hours showings of stunning planetarium and special laser music shows, with millions of stars and digital visual effects. See a single show or buy tickets for all three! “Pop Til You Drop” is a collection of music from Prince, Pink, Bee Gees, Aerosmith, N’Sync, Joan Jett, Led Zeppelin and others at 8:30 pm; Michael Jackson favorites at 9:30 pm; “Classic U2” cosmic concert features the pounding rhythms of these Irish rock legends at 10:30 pm. Tickets available at the door, at the admission desk 5
events on the day of the event or online at sudekum planetarium.com.
September 14 – Titans Football LP Field, 1 Titans Way. Come cheer on the Tennessee Titans as they take on the Dallas Cowboys at 12 pm. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone, or by visiting the Ticket Office at LP Field or any Ticketmaster outlet. titansonline.com
September 17-21 – Americana Music Festival & Conference The Americana Music Festival will feature approximately 165 live performances at over nine music venues in the vicinity of downtown Nashville. Each year, the festival and conference bring together legendary artists, the next generation of rising stars and industry professionals for four days of music and education. The lengthy musical lineup can be found online, and the AmericanaFest 2014 playlist is on Spotify. Festival wristband wearers may attend all evening showcases at all participating venues on all nights. (This does not include admission to the Riverfront Park event on Saturday.) Tickets for individual showcases are also available for $20, and in the event of a line, priority goes to laminate badge wearers, wristband wearers, then individual ticket holders. The conference features numerous panels, seminars and much more, proudly providing Nashville’s most educational music industry forum. This special event covers the interests and needs of artists, managers, labels, radio stations, publishers, agents, promoters, retailers, legal and business affairs executives, merchandisers and new media professionals – all enthusiastically attended and presented by music industry leaders. Follow @americanafest on Twitter and get the full schedule at americanamusic.org.
September 19-21 – African Street Festival Hadley Park, 1037 28th Avenue North. This family-oriented festival is now expanded to include the cultures of the Caribbean, North, Central and South America and other places around the world where Africa is also represented in its people and cultures. Festival highlights include the Children’s Pavilion, featuring arts and crafts, drumming, dance, storytelling; tasty authentic 6
African, American and other cuisines; an eclectic mix of live music, such as African, reggae, Latin, R&B, jazz, gospel, neo-soul, country, blues, African drumming, spoken word, dance, and more! Don’t miss the opening night International Music Block Party. The African Street Festival is not just a social event. It’s a cultural and educational experience for all! aacanashville.org
September 20 & 21 – Music City Food + Wine Festival Public Square Park, Deaderick Street. Hosted by Kings of Leon, the 2nd annual Music City Food + Wine Festival is where national top chefs, winemakers, and spirits experts meet with local talent to give you a taste of Nashville’s vibrant culinary scene. Just like its inaugural year, your schedule includes an exclusive weekend filled with bites and beverages to sample and savor, over 30 demos and panels with incredible talent, and enough southern character that will make Music City feel like home for your taste buds. Tickets $150-$500. musiccityfoodandwinefestival.com
September 21 – Jazz on the Cumberland Concert Series Cumberland Park Amphitheater, 592 South First Street. Enjoy great live music, the Nashville sunset, and watch the downtown skyline light up overlooking the Cumberland River. You’ll hear some of the area’s best local, regional, and national jazz artists. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, and food will be available for purchase from local food trucks. Fun for the entire family, with a kid’s play zone, including a climbing wall, playground, and water slides. This is a free evening event (5:30–8 pm) with plenty of free parking in Lot R, under the pedestrian street bridge.
September 21 – WWE Night of Champions Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. WWE pay per view returns to Nashville for the first time in over 12 years! It’s WWE’s most golden event of the year, where superstars shine the brightest and lay it all on the line for the chance at championship glory. See all of your favorites including John Cena, Daniel Bryan, The Shield, The Wyatt Family, and Randy Orton.
September 25, 27, 29 – Nashville Predators Preseason Home Games Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway. Enjoy NHL
hockey in Smashville! The Predators home games are September 25 vs. the Tampa Bay Lightning at 7 pm; September 27 vs. the Florida Panthers at 3 and also 7 pm; September 29 vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets at 7 pm. For single game tickets, call ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or go to ticketmaster.com. You may also purchase tickets at the Bridgestone Arena Box Office, open 10 am–5 pm, Monday–Saturday. For more information, visit predators.nhl.com.
September 26-28 – Fall Craft Fair Centennial Park, 2600 West End Avenue. One-ofa-kind, handcrafted works at this juried fair are perfect gifts for friends, family… and yourself! Enjoy food from area vendors, family-friendly activities in the Kids’ Tent and demonstrations from artisans aimed to educate as they create pieces in front of your eyes. Friday and Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 10 am–5 pm. Free and open to the public. tennesseecrafts.org
September 26-28 – Wizard World Nashville Comic Con Music City Center, 201 Fifth Avenue. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place with
celebrity Q&A’s, the Wizard World Film Festival, comics-themed sessions, costume contest, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Sunday is also Kids Day, with an array of activities and programming specially designed for the younger Wizard World fans. Fans of all ages will be showing off their best costumes throughout the event, dressed as every imaginable character, and some never before dreamed will roam the convention floor, often stopping by the Show Stage, the ideal place to see and be seen. Tickets $39.95–$79.95. Children 10 and under get in free when accompanied by a paid adult. wizardworld.com
September 26-28 – Nashville Flea Market Tennessee State Fairgrounds, 625 Smith Avenue, (615) 862-5016. You’ll find a huge variety of gifts, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, arts and crafts, tools, housewares, handmade clothing, and hundreds of thousands of other items each month, at one of the top ten flea markets in the country. Dealers and vendors from 30 states offer their wares to the buying public. Admission is free; parking $5. Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–6 pm; Sunday 7 am–4 pm; nashvilleexpocenter.org
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September at the Wildhorse Saloon 120 Second Avenue North. Three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse boasts extraordinary talent and fine house bands, dancers and memorable performers. For venue info or show tickets call (615) 902-8200 or buy online at ticketmaster.com or wildhorsesaloon.com.
Through September – Death by Drumstick
Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687- 6401. Concerts this month are West Side Story, classic film with live orchestra, conducted by Giancarlo Guerrero on September 5 & 6; The Four Tops with the Symphony on September 11-13; Johnny Mathis with the Symphony on September 14; American Masterworks featuring Conni Ellisor and Victor Wooten with the Symphony on September 1820; Foreigner (without orchestra) on September 21; Experience Hendrix (without orchestra) on September 26. For tickets and showtimes, call the box office at (615) 687- 6400 between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Friday or 10 am and 2 pm Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.
September at the Ryman Auditorium
Centennial Park Bandshell, 2500 West End Avenue. Americana music infuses The Nashville Shakespeare Festival’s 27th Annual Shakespeare in the Park production. As You Like It features songwriting legend David Olney in the role of Amiens, playing his own original songs written for the show. Music
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116 Fifth Avenue North. This stellar venue is a sixtime winner of Pollstar’s Concert Theatre of the Year award and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. Concerts and events this month are The Piano Guys on September 6; 8th Annual ACM Honors on September 9; Jason Mraz and Raining Jane on September 10; Jerrod Niemann (pictured) on September 12; Leftover Salmon Celebrates 15 Years of The Nashville Sessions on September 15; Randy Rogers Band with Wade Bowen on September 26; Amy Schumer on September 27; Chicago on September 28; Broken Bells with Hamilton Leithauser on September 28. Buy tickets at Ryman box office, ryman.com, ticketmaster. com, ticketmaster outlets or call (615) 458-8700.
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This traveling murder mystery dinner show set in Music City in the 1960’s finds Rock drummer John Lemon in the Biggest Battle of the Bands on the Planet, where the winner receives a contract with Gunshot Records. Backstage, John’s daughter, Meiko, a groovy groupie falls hopelessly in love with Biff, a man from the record label coming to buy John’s autographed drumsticks. Major plans for the band and the contest go south when the prized drumsticks end up missing and pandemonium ensues when someone ends up dead. Enter Sheriff Pinkerton to help solve the hilarious whodunnit. Tickets include dinner, variety of locations, various price ranges. Dress like you are back in the 60’s! Show locations at press time: September 5 – Dick’s Last Resort, 154 Second Avenue North; September 18 – Bella Napoli, 1200 Villa Place; September 19 – Dave & Busters, 540 Opry Mills Drive. Call (615) 417-2034 or online at melodramatheater.org.
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director Stan Lawrence leads an authentic old time jam band with players from the Musical Heritage Center in Pegram, Tennessee. Inspired by the optimistic comedies of the 1930s, and set during the Great Depression, costumed ushers will invite the audience to join the actors in our version of a “Hooverville,” where even in the toughest times, songs are sung, stories are told and there’s always time for a little buck dancing. Food and drink vendors open at 6 pm, preshow entertainment begins at 6:30 pm, and the performance begins at 7:30 pm. $10 suggested donation. nashvilleshakes.org
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Courtyard Concerts Nashville Public Library, 615 Church Street. Take a lunch-time break with live music on Tuesdays at the Nashville Library outdoor concerts series. Annie Sellick and the Hot Club of Nashville will perform gypsy jazz on September 2; Nashville songwriters session with Marshall Chapman, David Olney, RB Morris on September 9; Riders in the Sky on September 16; Mandy Barnett on September 23; Mr. Sipp, The Mississippi Blues Child on September 30. Performances are free, 11:45 am–1 pm. nashvillepubliclibrary.org
September 3, 10, 24 – Music City Roots The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. Jim Lauderdale hosts Wednesday night’s weekly, twohour live radio show, showcasing Nashville’s rich music scene, from country to Americana. Each week offers entertainment from a stellar collection of artists. $15 general admission; free for 5 and under; $10 students 19 and older with valid college ID. Get details and tickets at musiccityroots.com.
September 4 -21 – Fiddler on the Roof Jamison Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road. StudioTenn uses a rich combination of talent from Nashville and Broadway to bring classic works of drama and musical theater to life in middle Tennessee. Fiddler on the Roof was one of the most successful musicals of the “golden age of musicals.” Inspired by the stories of Sholem Aleichem, it is the musical comedy-drama that follows Tevye the dairyman, a Jew of fervid faith raising five daughters in an increasingly tumultuous turn-of-the-century Russia. At once entertaining and contemplative, “Fiddler” poignantly weaves together moments of levity and gravity, grappling with universal human themes that resonate across cultures. studiotenn.com
“ You were AWESOME! I had so much fun tonight!” —Wynonna • 2 Hour Musical Biography • 3 Decades (50s, 60s, 70s) • 6 Eras of the King’s Career • 30 Songs • 5 Costume Changes • 1 Performer! “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again.” —DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer
Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 pm seating • 7:00 pm show
Call for Tickets: (615) 758-0098 Texas Troubadour Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive
“Great job, heck of a perfrrmance! You just go all out to make sure you do everything just right!” —Charlie Chase, TV Personality
“A must-see show!” —Country Weekly Magazine
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performing arts September 4, 5, 6 – Live On The Green Music Festival Public Square Park, in the heart of downtown Nashville. The park is situated directly in front of Nashville’s historic Metropolitan Courthouse, which serves as a fantastic backdrop for these free concerts, showcasing Nashville’s emerging musical talent and well-known national acts. September 4: Cage the Elephant, Delta Spirit, Johnnyswim; September 5: G Love & Special Sauce, The Wild Feathers, Augustana, Daniel Ellsworth & the Great Lakes; September 6: Jake Bugg, Ingrid Michaelson, The Lone Bellow, Sugar & the Hi-Lows, Phin. liveonthegreen.net
September 5 – Full Moon Pickin’ Party Percy Warner Park Equestrian Center, 2520 Old Hickory Boulevard. Bluegrass and roots pickers jam in circles under the trees and around the grounds, while three headlining acts perform on the main stage. No glass, large coolers, or alcohol. Bring blankets or camping chairs. Family-friendly. Dogs on a leash welcome. 7–11 pm, Tickets: $5–$20, includes water, soft drinks and beer (adults 21+). Food available. friendsofwarnerparks.com
September 6 – Signature Series: Blair Voices Blair School of Music, Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Avenue. Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt University presents an evening of popular music from the first half of the 20th century by English and American composers, including songs by Noel Coward, Ivor Novello, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern and other Tin Pan Alley songwriters. For this informal, cabaret-style evening, the audience will be seated at tables on the stage, and tea, coffee and dessert will be available. blair.vanderbilt.edu
September 6, 13, 20, 27 – Bye Bye Liver: The Nashville Drinking Play Blue Bar and Rack Room, 1911 Broadway. This fastpaced sketch comedy takes a satirical look at the drinking culture. Audience members choose sides in a game of Would You Rather, guess songs in Name That Tune, or find love as different contestants are tested in Match Maker. Tickets are $12 each. Must be 21 or over. Call 1-800-650-6449 or go to byebyeliver.com/nashville.
September 7, 14, 21, 28 – Bluegrass Jam Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. Free admis10
sion every Sunday evening at Nashville’s premiere listening room for bluegrass and roots music. (615) 255-3307, stationinn.com
September 2, 9, 23, 30 – The Doyle and Debbie Show Station Inn, 402 12th Avenue South. This hilarious love letter to the country music community and its stars is hysterical, and the music is finely-crafted. The two stars, Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton, have the acting and singing chops to carry it all off beautifully. Tickets are $20 and the show begins at 7 pm. For more information and to hear the music, visit doyleanddebbie.com.
September 11 – Jay Leno Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, lovable TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist has been called “the hardest working man in show business” for a good reason. Leno, himself, is the recipient of the People’s Choice Award and other honors, including the Harris Poll selection as most popular star on television. tpac.org
September 13 – Needtobreathe The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel, 4225 Whites Creek Pike. This American alternative rock band from South Carolina is the winner of numerous GMA Dove Awards. The Oh Hellos will open the show. woodsamphitheater.com
September 16-21 – Once Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick Street. Winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is a truly original Broadway experience. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, Once tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights… but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. It’s an unforgettable story about going for your dreams… not living in fear… and the power of music to connect all of us. tpac.org
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performing arts September 23 & 30 – LookIns Come “look in” to the private world of rehearsal and learn about the creative process of the director, set and costume designers. View an excerpt of the performance as it is being shaped in the rehearsal process. September 23 – Sweeney Todd, Tennessee Rep’s Rehearsal Hall, 161 Rains Avenue, 5:30 pm. September 30 – La Boheme, Noah Liff Opera Center, 3622 Redmon Street, 6:30 pm. Free, reservations required. tpac.org
September 25 – Opry Country Classics Emanating from the Ryman Auditorium during the spring and fall season, Opry Country Classics is hosted by Opry member Larry Gatlin and features performances of the country music the world knows best performed by legends of the genre as well as the rising stars the legends have influenced. The fall run begins September 25 and runs every Thursday through October 23. For tickets and information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
September 27-28 – 43rd Annual Grand Master Fiddler Championship Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222
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Fifth Avenue South, Ford Theater. This premier contest of its kind will recognize the top fiddler in North America. Past winners such as Mark O’Connor and Jimmy Mattingly went on to have hugely successful recording and touring careers. Competition rounds will take place on both days, interspersed with performances by renowned oldtime and bluegrass musicians. Museum admission or membership required. Limited seating, general admission. Passes will be available for pick-up at the Museum two hours prior to the start of the program, on a first-come, first-served basis. countrymusichalloffame.org
September 30 – Chris Thile and Edgar Meyer Blair School of Music, Ingram Hall, 2400 Blakemore Avenue. Thile, of Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, and Meyer have teamed up again for a new album, “Bass & Mandolin,” which features 10 original compositions by the two MacArthur Fellows, who have performed together sporadically for more than a decade. Tickets: $20, $10 for Vanderbilt students with ID, available at the Vanderbilt Sarratt Student Center box office or ticketmaster.com. blair.vanderbilt.edu
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Opry Mills Mall. Sensational seafood in a unique setting. Dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featuring more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish including sharks and stingrays. Delicious menu selections from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations recommended. (615) 514-FISH, aquariumrestaurants.com
592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, fresh guacamole made at the table, and authentic Mexican food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients make this restaurant in the Gulch a great destination for lunch, dinner or special events. (615) 259-9282, cantinalaredo.com
Claim Jumper Opry Mills Mall. Celebrate special occasions, host a business lunch or gather with friends and family. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selection of freshly prepared items including fish, rotisserie chicken, baby-back pork ribs, freshly baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Relax in the saloon with cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. (615) 649-0785, claimjumper.com
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, Music Valley Village, across from Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show, with songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. See stars including Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Tour groups welcome. (615) 885-4747, nashvillenightlife.com
2213 8th Ave. S. (615) 891-4488
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Opry Backstage Grill The show that made country music famous is now making its mark on Southern cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, as well as after the show. Now open across from the Gaylord Opryland Resort at the Inn at Opryland. Visit oprybackstagegrill.com for more information.
TasTe modern mexican cuisine
Rainforest Café This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainforest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, ranging from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones.” Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! (615) 514-3000, rainforestcafe.com
The Smiling Elephant
Sip the finest margarita Taste guacamole made at your table Savor seafood and steaks
2213 8th Avenue South. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients. Enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday. Open for dinner on Saturday. (615) 891-4488, thesmilingelephant.com
Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering 222 Fifth Avenue South, in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, both with great views of downtown. Open Monday –Saturday, 11 am–2:30 pm. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9 am – 5 pm. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 291-6759 or fax (615) 291-6761.
Wildhorse Saloon Located on historic Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. Hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps, with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Open for lunch every day except Monday. Open for dinner nightly. Try the award-winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information call (615) 902-8211 or go to wildhorsesaloon.com. Hours subject to change due to private events.
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The Cat Shoppe 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world’s strongest catnip cigars, handmade dragonfly toys, locally made cat-scratching posts (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lovers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceramics, books and frames. Be sure to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday–Saturday 10 am– 6 pm; Sunday 1–4 pm. Call (615) 297-PURR (7877).
Cotton-Eyed Joe Located on the corner of Second Avenue and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. On the main floor, you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, T-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. The Bargain Attic Area upstairs has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and T-shirts priced 50% off. Visit the Gift Gallery section, featuring new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call (615) 726-3302 for more information.
Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Store 222 Fifth Avenue South. There’s no admission fee to shop the Museum Store. Here you’ll find autographed items, apparel, books, DVDs and CDs, souvenirs, Hatch Show Prints, and exhibit related merchandise. To participate in autograph signings, you must purchase artist-related product as specified by the signing guidelines.
The Dog Store 2824 Bransford Avenue, Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed in-
cluding mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leather collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday– Saturday 10 am–6 pm and Sunday 1–4 pm. Call 279-WAGS (9247).
Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall in Berry Hill. Voted “Nashville’s Best Antique Mall” for the past six years in the Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville poll, Gas Lamp Antique Mall houses 160 dealers in 25,000 square feet of space, and is open seven days a week. Antique, retro and vintage furniture and home accessories are all featured. Call (615) 297-2224. The second location, Gas Lamp Too, is located at 128 Powell Place, less than a half mile down the same street in the last building, with parking in front and also under the I-65 overpass. Call (615) 292-2250. For more information, go to the website at gaslampantiques.com.
The Great Escape Featuring a huge selection of current and outof-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Avenue (includes their outlet store, The Great Escape 1/2-Price-Or-Less Store), (615) 385-2116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Road North at Old Hickory Boulevard, (615) 8658052. Open 10 am–9 pm, Monday–Saturday and 11 am–7 pm, Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!
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shopping Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane, (615) 889-2941. A lovely selection of decorative accessories, books and videos, toys and collectibles, home décor, and gourmet gifts including Hermitage preserves and Lynchburg BBQ sauce. All proceeds from the sale of merchandise support the activities and programs of the museum.
and more. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a variety of family dining and entertainment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper and Dave & Buster’s. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.
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The Hermitage Museum Store
119 Third Avenue South. Featuring Johnny Cash merchandise including T-shirts and other apparel, mugs, backpacks, tote bags, and more. Call (615) 256-1777 or visit johnnycashmuseum.com.
Opry Mills Mall Tennessee’s largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 stores, including several first-inmarket name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley
Located in Opry Mills Mall just steps away from the permanent home of the Grand Ole Opry, 65 South has everything Nashville all in one place, including items from The Bluebird Café, the Nashville television show and, of course, fashion apparel and accessories you need to outfit your southern style.
Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown at 300 Broadway (Broadway at Third Avenue). Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic country music attractions, Opry Originals brings together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other.
The Opry Shop 2804 Opryland Drive. Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ages. Open seven days a week.
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116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 458-8700. A great spot for music gift items and souvenirs including CDs, DVDs, posters, prints, books and apparel.
Wildhorse Saloon Gift Shop 120 Second Avenue North, (615) 902-8200. This nationally recognized store offers a vast selection of shirts, hats, hard goods and Nashville memorabilia.
Woodcuts Gallery and Framing 1613 Jefferson St., (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 321-2134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. See woodcutsfineart.
attractions Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Boulevard. With the child-sized Curiosity Corner and ever-changing blockbuster exhibits, the Adventure Science Center provides unique opportunities for discovery for both children and adults. Admission is $13 for adults and teens, $11 for children ages 2–12, $12 for seniors (65+) and free for toddlers under age 2. Open 10 am–5 pm daily. For more information, call (615) 862-5160 or see adventuresci.org. See page 5 for this month’s Laser Show.
Bike the Greenway Bicycle Rentals Briley Parkway (TN-155) at Two Rivers Parkway (Exit 10). Two Rivers Park Trailhead is within minutes of Gaylord Opryland Resort, Music Valley Drive Hotels, and Nashville Airport Hotels, and offers miles of dedicated greenway. Hourly or ½ day rentals. Call (615) 920-1388 or visit bikethe greenway.net to arrange your bike rental and transfer to trailhead (if needed).
Carnton Plantation 1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9 am–5 pm on Monday–Saturday and noon–5 pm on Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, visit BattleofFranklinTrust.org. Centennial Park 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville’s premier park features the iconic Parthenon, a one-mile walking trail, Lake Watauga, Centennial Art Center, historical monuments, arts activity centers, beautiful gardens, a band shell, a dog park, and an exercise trail. Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55-acre estate with a residence listed
Encounter, experience, explore... history at Andrew Jackson’s presidential home.
From mansion to slave cabin—and throughout 1120 acres of “much more” at the home of America’s seventh president—you’ll be face-to-face with the times, the challenges, and the contradictions, that shaped our young nation. Yesterday is always present at The Hermitage. One of America’s premier National Historic Landmarks, just 15 minutes from Downtown Nashville, TN.
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attractions on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. Themed art installations in the gardens change annually. Open Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm. Call (615) 353-9827, or visit cheekwood.org. Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum 222 Fifth Avenue South. You haven’t seen Nashville if you haven’t visited the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, the largest popular music museum in the world. Experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Sing Me Back Home, the museum’s permanent exhibit, tells the story of country music from its pre-commercial roots in the nineteenth century through its vibrant life today. Kenny Rogers: Through the Years provides a comprehensive tour through Rogers’s acclaimed musical phases and other artistic outlets. The exhibit will feature dozens of artifacts including costume pieces from the Gambler, First Edition paraphrenalia, original sheet music, a handmade
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tambourine with Kenny Rogers’s logo burned into the wood, similar to the ones he throws into the crowd at his concerts, numerous awards, and other items that reflect Rogers’s longtime status as a pop culture icon. Alan Jackson: 25 Years Of Keepin’ It Country will give fans a deep look into Jackson’s career and personal life, showcasing awards, instruments, clothes, personal mementos, albums and music videos. Miranda Lambert: Backstage Access will explore a year in the life of the Grammy Award-winning superstar, and includes gowns, stage costumes, awards and much more. Lambert’s own Tweets will provide the narrative thread of this journey through the artist’s life in 2013. Crystal Gayle: When I Dream recounts Gayle’s unique rise to stardom. Open daily 9 am–5 pm. Tickets are $24 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 6 to 17) for the Gold Package and $35 for adults and $26 for youth for the Platinum Package, which also includes a tour of historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Then shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty • Two Grill and Catering. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto country musichalloffame.com.
General Jackson Showboat Climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a unique entertainment experience! This 300-foot paddlewheel riverboat cruises the Cumberland River offering fantastic shows and delicious meals. Sumptuous Southern fare as well as an entertaining show are included on the evening cruise. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy online at generaljackson.com. Grand Ole Opry The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Little Big Town, Gene Watson, Rhonda Vincent, Charlie Worsham, Scotty McCreery, Del McCoury Band, Trace Adkins, Ricky Skaggs (pictured), Steep Canyon Rangers, Charlie Daniels Band, Easton Corbin, and many more! Shows: Friday and Saturday at 7 pm; Tuesday shows March through December at 7 pm. For tickets, visit opry. com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 8892941, thehermitage.com. Historic Collinsville Step back in time to an era when the work was hard but satisfying, and the fun was found in simple things. From the 1830s Visitor Center to the 1870 Double-Pen Dogtrot House and in between, see what life was like when time seemed to move at a slower pace. Sixteen separate, original, perfectly restored buildings in a living history, nineteenthcentury 40-acre settlement. Self-guided, group and school tours available. Special programs and activities throughout the year. Civil War Battle
Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Tours 2804 Opryland Drive. Guided tours offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-seat venue and country’s most famous show, including themed dressing rooms, the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage, and more. Daytime tours are available seven days a week February–October featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-ina-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY. The Hermitage Home of President Andrew Jackson, 4580 Rachel’s Lane. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrew and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Jackson built for his family. Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Admission is $19 for adults, $16 for seniors, $14 for students 13–18, $9 WildhorseSaloon.com | 615-902-8200 for children 6–12 and children under 6 are free. A
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attractions Reenactment, Battle of Riggins Hill, takes place in October. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Open Thursday through Sunday 1–5 pm. (931) 6489141. historiccollinsville.com Historic RCA Studio B 1611 Roy Acuff Place, Music Row. Known as one of the world’s most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call (615) 416-2001 or visit the website at country musichalloffame.com. Johnny Cash Museum 119 Third Avenue South. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black’s life with
stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three-dimensional walk through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for “I Walk the Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” to a stone wall from Johnny and June’s home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. Open 11 am –7 pm seven days a week. For more information call (615) 256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com. Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world! Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – not your typical car museum! “Tatra: Excellence in Engineering” features twenty rarely seen, Czechoslovakian-made Tatra automobiles from 1923 to 1996 is on exhibit through November 3. Become a member and join us for special events! Open Thursday–Monday, 10 am–5 pm. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for ages 6–17, and free for kids 5 and under. Call (615) 742-7445 for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org. The Lotz House 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin. Come to The Lotz House for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is a value ticket available which includes Carnton Plantation and The Carter House, located across the street. For more information, call (615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com. Mel O’Drama Murder Mystery Unique ‘fun & family’ theatre focused on comedy that will have you laughing like you’ve never laughed before. Full of singing, dancing & audience interaction, brought to your location or finding a special location to accommodate your tour
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group, family and friends – you choose. Shows change every 3 months. Check out locations where we are performing at melodramatheater.org or call (615) 417-2034. See page 8 for current production. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive, in Music Valley Village, across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Nashville’s premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show. Voted Nashville’s #1 Dinner Show, the show features songs made famous by legendary artists and today’s superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, “The Fiddle Man” Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30 pm and show time is 6:30 pm. Admission for the dinner and show is $43.95, show only is $26. Don’t miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. Call (615) 885-4747 or go to nashville nightlife.com. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere 3777 Nolensville Road.From African elephants and Caribbean flamingos to Bengal tigers and red pandas, Nashville Zoo is home to more than 2,100 animals from all over the world. Spend a day enjoying mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects, birds and many other exhibits. Call (615) 833-1534 or visit the website at nashvillezoo.org. The Parthenon Located in Centennial Park off of West End Avenue, this Nashville treasure is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42-foot statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also fine art exhibits in the Parthenon Museum. Current exhibit
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Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Avenue North. Six-time winner of Pollstar’s Theatre of the Year and 2012, 2010 and 2008 Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year. The Ryman continues its more than 100-year music tradition by offering the best in entertainment. Built as a church in 1892, the Ryman famously served as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974, and was completely renovated in 1994. The premier performance hall has many shows and concerts scheduled year-round. For tickets, call (615) 8893060, visit the Ryman Box Office, or ryman.com.
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Ryman Auditorium Tours 116 Fifth Avenue North, downtown. This National Historic Landmark is most famous as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943–1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms dedicated to the stars of the Ryman’s rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. Self-guided tours are $15 for adults, and $10 for children ages 4–11. Backstage tours are $20 and $15. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 889-3060. Tennessee State Capitol Charlotte Avenue, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The historic Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when completed in 1859. Several areas, including the first floor hallway, library and Supreme Court chamber, have been restored to their 19th-century, Greek Revival appearance. Free guided tours leave from the Information Desk on the first floor of the Capitol every hour, on the hour; with the first tour at 9 am, and the final tour at 3 pm. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk. Tennessee State Museum 505 Deaderick Street, downtown. The museum’s Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation. Of special interest are Sam Davis’ boot (cut open to search for hidden papers when he was charged with spying for the Confederate Army), and an 1864 presidential campaign poster for Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Closed Mondays. Free admission. For more information call (615) 741-2692, 1-800-407-4324, or visit website tnmuseum.org. Tribute To The King 1953–1977 Texas Troubadour Theatre, 2416 Music Valley Drive. On Mondays and Thursdays this high-energy, live
attractions musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King’s career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again,” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show. A must-see show while in Nashville. To order tickets call (615) 758-0098. Plenty of free parking! thenashvilleking.com The Upper Room 1908 Grand Avenue, midtown. An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility of the Upper Room amid the city’s tumult. Open Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm. Closed holidays and weekends. Call (615) 340-7207 or visit upperroom.org/chapel. Wildhorse Saloon Second Avenue, downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 902-8200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.
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galleries & exhibits
September 5 – First Friday Art Crawl
Centennial Art Center
Downtown Franklin. More than 30 galleries and working studios in the Historic District welcome you to explore their galleries, 6–9 pm. A $5 unlimited trolley ticket runs all night to take guests from spot to spot. franklinartscene.com
25th Avenue North & Park Plaza in Centennial Park. The biennial juried show includes contemporary art from local and regional artists exhibiting wood turning, clay, abstracts, encaustics and tapestry. (615) 862-8442, nashville.gov/cac
September 6 – First Saturday Art Crawl
The Frist Center for the Visual Arts
Downtown Nashville. Presenting local and worldrenowned artists, galleries offer rare opportunities to view diverse exhibitions. A festive atmosphere with participating venues from Fifth Avenue of the Arts to the Historic Arcade to 8th Avenue to Broadway, 6–9 pm. nashvilledowntown.com/play
919 Broadway. “Real/Surreal”, organized by the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, includes works by Andrew Wyeth, Edward Hopper, Grant Wood, Man Ray and Thomas Hart Benton, among others. “American Ballads: The Photographs of Marty Stuart” is an exquisite and moving collection of works ranging from intimate behind-the-scenes depictions of legendary musicians, to images of eccentric characters from the back roads of America, to dignified portraits of members of the impoverished Lakota tribe in South Dakota. (615) 244-3340, fristcenter.org
Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Fine art collection includes American art, American and British decorative arts, outdoor Woodland Sculpture Trail, and the Cheek Mansion itself. (615) 356-8000, cheekwood.org
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