A Blue Ridge Music Trails Celebration featuring Darin and Brooke Aldridge

The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA) is proud to announce a special concert here at White Horse Black Mountain, featuring the acclaimed, Grammy-nominated bluegrass duo Darin and Brooke Aldridge. Proceeds from the show will directly support the organization’s Blue Ridge Music Trails, which preserves and promotes the traditional music of Western North Carolina. The show is part of the Asheville Sessions Celebration, a four-day event from November 6 to 9, commemorating the 1925 Asheville Sessions, the first collection of recordings that captured Appalachian music.
The Asheville Sessions Celebration features concerts, historical programs, panel discussions, and the re-release of a historic album. Events in Asheville are scheduled across venues, including the Funkatorium, The Grey Eagle, Pack Library, and the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. This concert at White Horse promises to be an evening dedicated to the rich Appalachian music traditions of the region.

White Horse Black Mountain is a beloved intimate music hall located in downtown Black Mountain, NC. With a cozy capacity of approximately 150-180 seats, this venue is celebrated as a true “listening room” where the focus is squarely on the music and the artist-audience connection. In addition to live concerts featuring genres from jazz and bluegrass to rock and Americana, 

White Horse also hosts storytelling nights, theater, poetry readings, puppetry, and community fundraisers. The venue prides itself on outstanding acoustics, comfortable seating with sofas and tables, and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere. Owned and curated by music industry veteran Bob Hinkle, White Horse Black Mountain fosters a vibrant cultural hub for Western North Carolina.

Locals regard White Horse as a unique jewel in the Black Mountain community, known for its attentive sound quality and warm, relaxed vibe. Visitors praise the venue for its diverse programming, from chamber music and bluegrass to jazz ensembles and tribute bands, ensuring there’s always something fresh to discover. The intimate setting encourages connection between performers and audiences, often leading to sold-out shows and enthusiastic repeat guests. 

The venue’s bar offers a curated selection of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks, complementing the sophisticated yet unpretentious ambiance. Attendees highlight the venue’s commitment to supporting local art and culture as a key part of its enduring appeal.

White Horse Black Mountain

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A Blue Ridge Music Trails Celebration featuring Darin and Brooke Aldridge

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