McCoy Tyner Trio with special guest Gary Bartz
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McCoy Tyner’s harmonic contributions and dramatic rhythmic devices have left their mark on generations of jazz pianists. His sophisticated blues-based style shaped modern jazz and has become one of the most identifiable sounds in improvised music.
Earl Scruggs with special guests The Red Clay Ramblers
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Banjo legend Earl Scruggs is one of the most important figures in American music. North Carolina’s own Tony Award-winning Red Clay Ramblers are among the very best of the string-band revival groups.
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Our versatile Pick 6 packages are on sale now! Choose any six performances in our spectacular 2010/11 season and save 10% off the individual-ticket price. It's your season, your way!
<i>Dynamic Korea: Dance and Song</i> – Chae Hyang Soon Dance Company
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With dazzling color and grace, the movements of Korea’s gorgeous classical dance tradition reflect the essential rhythms of life in Korea, handed down from generation to generation. Don't miss Dynamic Korea: Dance and Song!

The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma - <FONT COLOR="red">SOLD OUT</FONT>
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Tickets to the August 17 performance by The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma are on sale now. Click "More Info" to read about the performance!

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The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma - SOLD OUT
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 - 7:30 PM
McCoy Tyner Trio with special guest Gary Bartz
Thursday, September 9, 2010 - 7:30 PM
Earl Scruggs with special guests The Red Clay Ramblers
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 7:30 PM
Chick Corea Trio
Friday, September 24, 2010 - 8:00 PM
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