Category Archives: Music

KSO’s 90th year: historic violin, nine world premieres

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

As the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra prepares to celebrate its 90th anniversary this year, its board president, Rick Fox, has donated to the group a violin that his late great-aunt used to take lessons from the KSO’s founder, Bertha Walbern Clark. … Continue reading →

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Evening Under the Stars: A fun fall harbinger

Posted on October 15, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

You know it’s October when the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra‘s popular “Evening Under the Stars” fundraiser rolls around. It’s a night of jazz music, great food, and a convivial atmosphere at the beautiful lakeside home of philanthropist Sherri Lee. It’s also … Continue reading →

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My new favorite event: “Diner au Blanc et Noir”

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

I’ve finally found an experience to replace in my heart what used to be my very favorite Knoxville event of the year: Symphony in the Park. As you probably know, Symphony in the Park was a fundraiser for Ijams Nature … Continue reading →

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“Haydn in the Garden:” a lovely free treat for the senses

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

You often hear Aram Demirjian, music director of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, say that 70 percent of the KSO’s performances occur outside of concert halls. By that, he means that, in addition to the scheduled concerts, the musicians also perform … Continue reading →

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Symphony Board gathers to gab and gourmandize

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Haha! Made you look! I just wanted to use the word “gourmandize” in a headline! Actually, this is just a light little post to launch us all into a (hopefully) relaxing — and cooler — weekend. The board of directors … Continue reading →

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Lakeshore Park Picnic just shouts, “Summer!”

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Temperatures hovered in the low 90s, but the vibe was definitely cool at Lakeshore Park last Saturday for its annual picnic fundraiser. Officials said 370 people either brought their own picnic dinner fare or purchased it from one of a … Continue reading →

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Bijou Jubilee: Miami vibes help raise $70,000

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Empanadas, plantains, salsa music, jugglers, and rum. A buffet and open bar at the Bistro at the Bijou, a street party on Cumberland Avenue outside the historic Bijou Theatre, and, finally, a fantastic sold-out concert by The Mavericks. What a … Continue reading →

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Knox Symphony makes good on its “License to Trill”

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Don’t get me wrong. I enjoy a fancy fundraiser at a swanky country club as much as the next person. But sometimes, let’s be honest, they can get a little stale. That’s why I thought it was refreshing last year … Continue reading →

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The biggest star of the Big Ears Festival? Knoxville.

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

The 11th Big Ears festival ended its 4-day run late Sunday and one thing was very clear. Although there were quite a few musical and creative luminaries on the playbill, the biggest star of all was the city of Knoxville. … Continue reading →

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A joyful smorgasbord of food and music

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

I think of the Knoxville Symphony League‘s “Symphony Soiree” every year as an elevated potuck — in both the dinner and the entertainment departments. You never know what you are going to get — but you know it’s going to … Continue reading →

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