Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

The Abbey Elmore Band, fronted by singer-songwriter Abbey Elmore, delivers a blend of Indie Pop and soulful Rock. Ranging from laid-back grooves to high energy jams, their repertoire consists of original music as well as progressive versions of pop songs and new takes on classics.

Join us for an evening of music and dance Friday, October 25th in Legends Plaza! This FREE event will serve as both a fundraising event AND a way to thank and acknowledge the hundreds of volunteers and first responders who mobilized in our community to provide relief after Hurricane Helene. While recovery work is ongoing, we want to take a moment and celebrate the unity and goodwill displayed throughout our local towns in the midst of this unprecedented crisis. Read below to learn more about each performer and to learn how to donate!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Abby Bryant, a music minister’s daughter turned fierce frontwoman, has cemented her presence as a standout in Americana and soul with her band’s debut album Not Your Little Girl. The 13-track LP features Bryant’s raw vocal talent supported by the confident and dynamic backing group The Echoes and establishes a strong foundation for the band in the world of vintage-inspired Americana and soul rock.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Brew Davis, whose “Brewgrass” showcases the country, folk and Americana, and Blue Ridge foothills influences that have shaped his music. There is no ticket needed for this FREE performance. Grab dinner on the grounds and enjoy!

Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Hope Griffin was literally born into music. Surrounded by a musical family, she began singing and performing when she was very young. Hope first got turned onto the idea of writing her own music when she received a guitar at age 17. She attended Carson-Newman University and went on to receive a Bachelor's degree in classical voice. It was there that her true flair for songwriting developed. Hope’s drive to perform her original works was launched after winning a songwriters contest in college in 2007. She eventually moved to Asheville, North Carolina where she began introducing her angelic vocals and folky lyrics into the music scene.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Hot as a Pepper. Professional, yet fun and never stuffy! Music that everybody loves. Catch their sets from 5-6:30pm and 9:15-10pm.

There is no ticket needed for this FREE performance. Grab dinner on the grounds and enjoy!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Seth and Sara, a local duo who have been truckin' it across North America, chasing their dreams while performing their modern-western originals and covers to anyone who will listen. With Seth praised for his mesmerizing vocals, guitar, and an ever-evolving suitcase kick, Sara lays down percussion with delicate vocals accompanying their cowboy-inspired tunes.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Lewendahl. delivers smooth RnB vocals with funky instrumentation combining a joyous pairing of juicy licks with subtle nods to the soulful stylings of Cory Wong, HER, and Leon Bridges. And this RnB, Neo-Soul and Rock inspiration came from founders Laura and Tim Levene’s shared love of classic Motown and Soul music.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Seth and Sara, a local duo who have been truckin' it across North America, chasing their dreams while performing their modern-western originals and covers to anyone who will listen. With Seth praised for his mesmerizing vocals, guitar, and an ever-evolving suitcase kick, Sara lays down percussion with delicate vocals accompanying their cowboy-inspired tunes.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Hope Griffin was literally born into music. Surrounded by a musical family, she began singing and performing when she was very young. Hope first got turned onto the idea of writing her own music when she received a guitar at age 17. She attended Carson-Newman University and went on to receive a Bachelor's degree in classical voice. It was there that her true flair for songwriting developed. Hope’s drive to perform her original works was launched after winning a songwriters contest in college in 2007. She eventually moved to Asheville, North Carolina where she began introducing her angelic vocals and folky lyrics into the music scene.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Emily Bodley, a a musician, songwriter, & performer currently based in upstate South Carolina. There is no ticket needed for this FREE performance. Grab dinner on the grounds and enjoy!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Marley’s Chain, a fun, upbeat, energetic and audience-engaging duo with that special ability to connect with an audience. They play a mix of country, blues, rock and rockabilly, as well as folk & Americana; their widely-sourced, carefully curated song list includes well known songs and some that are off the beaten track.

Both Angela & David are seasoned musicians, recording artists and vocalists; both play acoustic guitar and bass, and often switch instruments with each other!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Lewendahl. delivers smooth RnB vocals with funky instrumentation combining a joyous pairing of juicy licks with subtle nods to the soulful stylings of Cory Wong, HER, and Leon Bridges. And this RnB, Neo-Soul and Rock inspiration came from founders Laura and Tim Levene’s shared love of classic Motown and Soul music.

Born in Anchorage, Alaska, Hope Griffin was literally born into music. Surrounded by a musical family, she began singing and performing when she was very young. Hope first got turned onto the idea of writing her own music when she received a guitar at age 17. She attended Carson-Newman University and went on to receive a Bachelor's degree in classical voice. It was there that her true flair for songwriting developed. Hope’s drive to perform her original works was launched after winning a songwriters contest in college in 2007. She eventually moved to Asheville, North Carolina where she began introducing her angelic vocals and folky lyrics into the music scene.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

The Abbey Elmore Band, fronted by singer-songwriter Abbey Elmore, delivers a blend of Indie Pop and soulful Rock. Ranging from laid-back grooves to high energy jams, their repertoire consists of original music as well as progressive versions of pop songs and new takes on classics.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Emily Bodley, a a musician, songwriter, & performer currently based in upstate South Carolina. There is no ticket needed for this FREE performance. Grab dinner on the grounds and enjoy!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Lazr Luvr. Popped collars, teased hair, fingerless gloves, and the BEST tributes to timeless favorites.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Seth and Sara, a local duo who have been truckin' it across North America, chasing their dreams while performing their modern-western originals and covers to anyone who will listen. With Seth praised for his mesmerizing vocals, guitar, and an ever-evolving suitcase kick, Sara lays down percussion with delicate vocals accompanying their cowboy-inspired tunes.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Champagne Charlie, an acoustic duo from Western North Carolina performing jazz, blues, and country classics in a unique style they call Acoustic Swing. The band features Phil Ruff on vocals and rhythm guitar and Devin McEnnerney on lead guitar.

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Ol' 74 Jazz is an 18 member big band that performs many forms of Jazz including swing, ballads, and fusion charts. Come enjoy Tryon’s Tenth Anniversary Weekend, Independence Weekend and so much more!

Live on the Legends Plaza Stage: Chairmen Of The Board! This dynamic group emerged from the vibrant musical scene of Detroit in 1969. 50-Year member Ken Knox continues to lead the group touring with members Thomas Hunter and Patrick McGuire, plus a Six Piece backing band called The Executives. They are members of the North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame and the South Carolina Beach Music Hall Of Fame, making them a timeless and influential force in the music scene.