UPCOMING CONCERTS & FILMS
We offer a diverse lineup of concerts, performances, and film screenings throughout the year.
The Last of the Mohicans Screening
This VA250 program is part of our Forging a Nation Film Series!
During the French and Indian War, a frontiersman raised by Mohicans becomes entangled in a perilous mission to protect the daughters of a British officer. Starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Madeleine Stowe, this sweeping adaptation blends romance, conflict, and striking landscapes into a cinematic portrait of early America. Presented in partnership with American Legion Lloyd Williams Post 41.
Redd Volkaert & Dave Chappell
Telecaster masters Redd Volkaert and Dave Chappell join John Previti (bass) and Pete Ragusa (drums) for an electrifying performance. Together, this quartet delivers soulful grooves and dazzling guitar work. Photo by Dan Mirolli.
From China to Appalachia
This VA250 program is part of our Roots of a Nation Series!
Grammy-winning American Roots artists Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer join Chinese hammered dulcimer virtuoso Chao Tian for a musical journey from China to Appalachia. Their inventive arrangements exemplify how music traditions evolve as they are shaped and enriched by cross-cultural exchange.
Jules & The Agreeables Benefit Concert
BENEFIT CONCERT! Featuring Jules & The Agreeables, led by local singer-songwriter Juliana MacDowell, we’re bringing a full-band pop-Americana performance to the Barns of Rose Hill for a benefit concert in support of our fall and winter arts programs. A concert at heart and a fundraiser in function, every ticket helps the Barns thrive. Sponsored by the Bank of Clarke Foundation.
The Patriot Screening
This VA250 program is part of our Forging a Nation Film Series!
During the American Revolution, a reluctant widower is drawn into the fight for independence after British forces threaten his family. Starring Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger, this sweeping historical drama follows his transformation into an unlikely militia leader alongside his idealistic son, as the conflict between colonial forces and the British Army intensifies. Presented in partnership with American Legion Lloyd Williams Post 41.
Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo
This show is part of our 2026 Bluegrass & BBQ Series!
The Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo features two of the finest flatpicking guitarists of this generation. Each has gone on to pioneer his own distinct interpretation of the bluegrass artform, as well as fusing genres from roots, jazz, prog, and beyond.
Open Mic Night
FREE PROGRAM! Step into the spotlight at our next Open Mic Night! Take the stage and present your talent, be it a poetry reading, comedy routine, song, or dance. Whether you're a seasoned performer or simply love the thrill of live performances, join us for a night of authentic local talent.
Appalachian Chamber Music Festival
This show is part of our 2025 Classical Music Series!
Light and Darkness: Schubert’s Death and the Maiden is a gripping program exploring beauty, loss, and transformation. Culminating in Schubert’s electrifying masterpiece, alongside works by Natalie Klouda, Max Richter, and Vaughan Williams, ACMF delivers another inspired evening of classical music. Sponsored by the Barns of Rose Hill Classical Club.
ACFF Selected Shorts
This curated selection of short films from the American Conservation Film Festival explores the opportunities and challenges posed by emerging technologies. Following the screening, join Tia Earman of the Piedmont Environmental Council for a conversation about what these issues mean for our region.
Orange on the Blue Ridge
Back by popular demand, Orange on the Blue Ridge is a musical, a folk opera, an ode to love, music, and place. This autobiographical project was lovingly conceived and written by Suni Mackall, and features several local musicians.
Chris Jones & The Night Drivers
This show is part of our 2026 Bluegrass & BBQ Series!
Chris Jones & The Night Drivers deliver bluegrass at its finest—rich harmonies, sharp picking, and standout songwriting. With 18 IBMA awards and more than 20 #1 songs, they’ve set the standard for modern bluegrass.
The Hot Seats
This VA250 program is part of our Roots of a Nation Series!
The Hot Seats play what they call stringband music—a deliberately broad label that blends elements of old-time, bluegrass, ragtime, country, and beyond. Known for their high-energy performances and irreverent sense of humor, the group brings virtuosity and spontaneity to the stage. Photo by Micalyn Miller/WNRN.
Young Washington Screening
This VA250 program is part of our Forging a Nation Film Series!
During the French and Indian War, a young George Washington faces military setbacks, political intrigue, and the harsh realities of leadership on the American frontier. This 2026 historical drama brings to life the formative years of America’s first president. Presented in partnership with American Legion Lloyd Williams Post 41.
Kipyn (Kai) Martin: We Are Stardust
Kipyn (Kai) Martin brings the music of Joni Mitchell to life in We Are Stardust, a heartfelt tribute that captures the depth, poetry, and emotional resonance of one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century. With a voice that moves effortlessly between strength and vulnerability, Kai channels the spirit of Mitchell’s work while offering a fresh, personal interpretation that feels both authentic and immediate.
Kalos
This show is part of our 2026 Celtic Music Series!
Featuring Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald, and Jeremiah McLane, Kalos draws inspiration from Celtic and maritime traditions to create music that is both rooted and adventurous. Their immersive performances blend rhythmic drive and spontaneous artistry to create a dynamic soundscape that captivates audiences and transcends boundaries. Photo by Winsome Bye.
Special Consensus
This show is part of our 2026 Bluegrass & BBQ Series!
The Special Consensus has been a bluegrass powerhouse for over four decades, blending traditional harmonies and contemporary flair to create award-winning music, including two Grammy nominations and seven IBMA awards. Featuring Greg Cahill, Greg Blake, Dan Eubanks, and Brian McCarty, the band delivers dynamic performances that honor bluegrass roots while exploring fresh creative directions.
Larry & Joe
This VA250 program is part of our Roots of a Nation Series!
Reimagining their two musical traditions, Larry Bellorín and Joe Troop perform a blend of Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music on harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle, upright bass, guitar, and maracas. Together, the duo proves that music truly has no borders.
Critton Hollow String Band
This VA250 program is part of our Roots of a Nation Series!
Since 1975, Critton Hollow String Band has brought traditional American music to audiences around the world. More than 50 years later, this beloved trio continues to delight listeners with a rich blend of Appalachian fiddle tunes, early American ballads, and contemporary folk songs.
A Love Letter To Handsome John
A Love Letter to Handsome John is an intimate portrait of Todd Snider in the last year of his life. What starts as a film about gratitude, and a way to say thank you to John Prine, becomes a rare glimpse of the artist at home in his quietest moments.
Eric Byrd Trio
The Eric Byrd Trio is back with Echoes of Arrival—a recording that showcases their signature blend of soulful expression, tight interplay, and imaginative interpretation, delivered through a performance that moves effortlessly from joyful swing to inspired improvisation.
You Got Gold Screening
You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine is a star-studded tribute concert film honoring the legendary songwriter, featuring heartfelt performances and behind-the-scenes stories from family, friends, and acclaimed artists. Sponsored by Love at First Bite Catering & Events.
Loudoun Youth Guitars
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an afternoon acoustic concert featuring Loudoun Youth Guitars, one of the finest youth ensembles in the metropolitan area.
Hubby Jenkins
This VA250 program is part of our Roots of a Nation Series!
Grammy- and Americana-nominated multi-instrumentalist Hubby Jenkins shares his love for old-time American music, tracing the African American roots woven through the nation’s folk traditions. His dynamic solo performances reveal how these traditions have evolved and endured across generations.
David Wilcox
American Folk-Musician David Wilcox is a penetrating storyteller with an effortless talent for spinning lyrics that quietly cut deep, and crafting melodies that seamlessly ride the plot twists and turns. Wilcox handily exemplifies the power of lyrical and musical catharsis.
The Polio Crusade Film Screening
FREE EVENT! The Polio Crusade is a one-hour documentary that interweaves the personal accounts of polio survivors with the story of an ardent crusader who tirelessly fought on their behalf while scientists raced to eradicate this dreaded disease.
This program is presented in partnership with the Rotary Club of Clarke County and the Clarke County Library.
Fuse Ensemble
This show is part of our 2024 Classical Music Series!
Fuse Ensemble is a unique electroacoustic chamber ensemble that gives voice to new music composers and creates musical happenings with visual elements of live or interactive video, electronics, or kinetic installations. They collaborate with sculptors, visual artists, instrument makers, and poets to create a truly immersive and interactive concert experience. Sponsored by the Barns of Rose Hill Classical Club, with additional support from the Virginia Commission for the Arts.
Djoukil Swingtet
Originating from France's thriving music scene, the Djoukil Swingtet skillfully blends the catchy rhythms of swing with the improvisational quality of jazz. Their music is an enticing blend of complex harmonies, syncopated beats, and lyrical melodies that give their concerts a contagious energy. Sponsored by Brooke Chilvers and Rudy Lubin.
Matt Palmer
This show is part of our 2024 Classical Music Series!
Premier Guitar Magazine describes classical guitarist Matt Palmer as “a young artist about to make a real dent in the world of classical guitar.” An active performer and winner of numerous guitar competitions, Matt Palmer has gained worldwide recognition as a virtuosic and soulful concert artist. Sponsored by the Barns of Rose Hill Classical Club.
Joan & Joni
In Joan & Joni, Allison Shapira and Kipyn Martin bring to the stage Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell’s most well-known songs, as well as a few of their lesser-known gems, and demonstrate the effect these legendary artist has had on their own development as modern musicians.
Seven Voices: A Tribute to Patsy Cline
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Seven Voices honors beloved, local country music legend Patsy Cline with a tribute concert highlighting her greatest hits. Born in Winchester, VA, Patsy Cline was one of the most influential vocalists of her day. Her resonant and emotional songs have transcended time, keeping her legacy alive and ensuring her place in history as one of the most celebrated performers of the 20th century.
Caveman TV
This experimental music collaboration brings members of The Woodshedders, Plate Scrapers, and Plank Stompers together for an evening of fun dance tunes! This is a standing-room-only concert—expect to stand for the duration.
Birckhead
Presenting his sophomore album CACAO, Brent Birckhead is an award-winning saxophonist known for blending traditional and popular styles. Unbound by genre, Birckhead’s approach to woodwind artistry is driven by his compulsion for creative risk and deep respect for legacy.
Mark Schatz & Bryan McDowell
Mark Schatz and Bryan McDowell come together with an unparalleled synergy, humor, beauty, and ease, taking listeners on a delightful, toe tapping journey through a landscape of fiddle and banjo tunes, songs, lilting waltzes, and searing guitar solos. Stir in some clogging, hambone, and jaw harp for an eclectic musical feast!
Opera Night
This show is part of our 2024 Classical Music Series!
Indulge in an unforgettable experience as world-class vocalists take the stage for Opera Night! Showcasing a diverse repertoire of arias from renowned composers, our talented lineup of performers includes David Walton (tenor), Amy Nicole Broadbent (soprano), Matthew Hill (tenor), Biraj Barkakaty (counter-tenor), Neenah Fusté (soprano), Briggs Williamson (tenor), Daniel Voigt (tenor), Mark Irchai (piano), and Dr. Curt Christensen (trumpet). Sponsored by the Barns of Rose Hill Classical Club.
Appalachian Chamber Music Festival
This show is part of our 2024 Classical Music Series!
We welcome ACMF back to the Barns of Rose Hill for their opening night performance! This season, ACMF will explore the theme, “Our Different Voices,” showcasing diverse musical expressions from a range of composers, performers, styles, ideas, and movements.
Family Movie Night
FREE EVENT!
Presented in partnership with the Clarke County Library, all are welcome to attend a free screening of The Fox and the Child. Narrated by Kate Winslet, this enchanting story follows the magical yet unlikely friendship that develops between an inquisitive young girl and a wild fox in their adventures across the countryside.
Outdoor Community Concert
FREE EVENT!
Presented with the support of the Marion Park Lewis Foundation, we bring you an outdoor community concert. Enjoy live music by the Silver Tones Swing Band, sample from local food and beverage vendors, tour our art galleries, and much more. Enjoy a fun summer evening at this family-friendly event!
Furnace Mountain Band
SOLD OUT!
Known as the region's premier acoustic band, Furnace Mountain Band is celebrated for their dynamic musicality. They delight audiences with a mix of vibrant original compositions and old-time tunes from the American Appalachian tradition.
Winchester Jazz Collective Legacy Celebration
The Winchester Jazz Collective celebrates the legacies of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, whose artistic collaboration is widely regarded as one of the most important in the history of American music. Discount available for Barns of Rose Hill members.
Bryan Shepherd Band
Bryan Shepherd is a country crooner, known for singing original material alongside classic country hits. Introduced to country music at an early age, Shepherd’s grandfather encouraged him to take up the guitar and dobro and it wasn’t long before traditional country music fans took notice.
Open Mic Night
FREE EVENT!
Step into the spotlight at our next Open Mic Night! Take the stage and present your talent, be it a poetry reading, comedy routine, song, or dance. Whether you're a seasoned performer or simply love the thrill of live performances, join us for a night of authentic local talent.
Clear Day Thunder Film Screening
Presented in partnership with the Oak Spring Garden Foundation, the 2023 film Clear Day Thunder: Rescuing the American Chestnut is a documentary about the grassroots efforts of passionate citizen scientists and researchers working to restore this ecologically and economically significant tree species.
Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton
This show is part of our 2024 Jazz & Blues Concert Series!
An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton transforms traditional jazz, blues, folk, and country into the here and now. Mesmerizing audiences with humor and stories tied to the rich history of Black American music, Paxton recently signed with the Smithsonian Folkways label for his next, long-awaited full-length release, due out in 2024.
The Billy Thompson Band
This show is part of our 2024 Jazz & Blues Concert Series!
Accomplished guitarist and singer-songwriter, Billy Thompson creates a unique sound that blends blues, rock, funk, second line, and soul. Having performed alongside a plethora of music legends including the Doobie Brothers and Bill Payne of Little Feat, Billy Thompson has solidified himself as one of the greats in his genre.
Jacob Jolliff Band
This show is part of our 2024 Bluegrass & BBQ Concert Series!
An ensemble of virtuosic pickers, the Jacob Jolliff Band tours across the US with mandolinist and lead vocalist Jacob Jolliff at the helm. After cutting his teeth as a longtime member of Joy Kills Sorrow and later Yonder Mountain String Band, Jolliff has set off in a new direction. Featuring tight vocal harmonies and instrumental fireworks, the band’s latest self-titled album marks a major milestone in Jolliff’s evolution and the arrival of an authority on bluegrass mandolin.
Collaboration
SOLD OUT!
This show is part of our 2024 Jazz & Blues Concert Series! Performing a mixed repertoire of jazz, R&B, popular, traditional, and inspirational music, the members of the musical group Collaboration personify a sense of purpose and vision. This group has put the “soul” back into jazz with its sexy and supple sound. Sponsored by the Clarke County Democratic Committee.
Kalos
This show is part of our 2024 Celtic Music Concert Series!
Celtic trio Ryan McKasson, Eric McDonald, and Jeremiah McLane set the standard for traditional repertoire with an underlying drive and pulse charged with rhythmic electricity, culminating in a swirling level of intensity. These friends and musical counterparts bring a playfulness to the stage, delivering a healthy dose of organic banter and good humor to complement good tunes.
Critton Hollow String Band
Since 1975, the Critton Hollow String Band has brought traditional American music to international audiences. Combining the fiddle, hammer dulcimer, banjo, and guitar, the band tends a stable of songs from the first settlements of Appalachia to the best of contemporary American folk music. Sponsored by Retina Associates, P.C.
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