August 2019
KMA “Whistler & Company: The Etching Revival” Opening Reception
The Knoxville Museum of Art will host an opening reception for “Whistler & Company: The Etching Revival,” which includes nearly a dozen works by expatriate American artist James Abbot McNeill Whistler (1834-1903) and more than 50 etchings by some of his most accomplished American and European contemporaries. Whistler’s images of the River Thames, Venice and Parisian scenes revived, at least in part, the art of etching in the 19th century. The revival took hold in France, England and the United…
Find out more »September 2019
A Toast to the Arts: 2019
The gala for "A Toast to the Arts: 2019" is held by The Knoxville Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and supports the citywide efforts to recognize Beauford and Joseph Delaney, world-renowned artists and Knoxville natives. Gala proceeds will fund the performance of "Beauford," which will be presented in 2020 by Knoxville's Marble Opera Company. The opera was commissioned by Gathering Light: The Delaney Project. Additional gala details to come. Sponsonships are available. The Links, Incorporated, a nonprofit established in 1946,…
Find out more »2019 Celebration of Philanthropy
The East Tennessee Foundation's Celebration of Philanthropy is held every two years to host fundholders and professional advisors and recognize professional advisors who demonstrate extraordinary philanthropic leadership by presenting them with the Key to Philanthropy Award. The event is presented by The Trust Company of Tennessee.
Find out more »October 2019
KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: Brandenburg and Beyond
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The October concert is titled “Brandenburg and Beyond.” Corelli: La Folia for Violin, Harpsichord, and Continuo Handel: Sonata No. 4 in D Major for Violin and Harpsichord Martinu: Promenades for Flute, Violin and Harpsichord Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Brandenburg Concerto No. 5
Find out more »KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: Brandenburg and Beyond
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The October concert is titled “Brandenburg and Beyond.” Corelli: La Folia for Violin, Harpsichord, and Continuo Handel: Sonata No. 4 in D Major for Violin and Harpsichord Martinu: Promenades for Flute, Violin and Harpsichord Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Brandenburg Concerto No. 5
Find out more »KMA Clayton Award Luncheon
The James L. Clayton Award is presented at an annual luncheon to the individual, family, foundation or business whose support of the Knoxville Museum of Art has been both uncommonly generous and sustained. The 22nd annual award recipients will be announced; members of the Director's Circle also will be honored. Those members include all individuals, businesses and foundations that give $1,000 or more annually to the museum.
Find out more »Knoxville Opera Ball
This major fundraiser of the Knoxville Opera Guild is an annual, elegant affair and includes cocktails, silent and live auctions, gourmet meal, live music and dancing.
Find out more »November 2019
Women’s Fund of East Tennessee Advocacy Reception
The Women's Fund of East Tennessee will hold an advocacy forum and reception to educate the community regarding work to change the narrative in East Tennessee to a positive one in which young women are encouraged to pursue a post-secondary education. Speakers will address work in progress with end goal objectives, the work in community schools and a special Tennessee Promise feature. Hors d'oeuvres and wine will be provided.
Find out more »January 2020
KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: The Young Beethoven and Folk Music
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The January concert is titled “The Young Beethoven and Folk Music." Mason Bates: Ford’s Farm for Solo Violin Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 7 in C minor; Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, "Ghost" (Op. 70) Haydn: Piano Trio No. 39, Mvt. III (Gypsy Rondo)
Find out more »KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: The Young Beethoven and Folk Music
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The January concert is titled “The Young Beethoven and Folk Music.” Mason Bates: Ford’s Farm for Solo Violin Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 7 in C minor; Piano Trio No. 1 in D Major, “Ghost” (Op. 70) Haydn: Piano Trio No. 39, Mvt. III (Gypsy Rondo)
Find out more »March 2020
KMA L’Amour du Vin Wine Auction and Dinner 2020
L’Amour du Vin partners with Relais & Chateaux property Blackberry Farm to create a spectacular evening, now in its 17th year. Silent auction and wine tasting begin at 6 p.m. with dinner and live auction at 7:30 p.m. A guest chef will be joined by the chefs and sommeliers of Blackberry Farm. Guest vintner and artist to be announced.
Find out more »April 2020
KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: Sounds from the Roaring Twenties
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The April concert is titled “Sounds from the Roaring Twenties.” Gershwin: Summertime for Violin and Piano (arr. Heifetz); It Ain’t Necessarily So for Violin and Piano Ponce: Estrellita for Violin and Piano Stravinsky: Suite Italienne for Violin and Piano Korngold: Piano Quintet in E Major, op. 15
Find out more »KSO Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series: Sounds from the Roaring Twenties
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Merchant & Gould Concertmaster Series, William Shaub & Friends, features violinist William Shaub and guest artists. The April concert is titled “Sounds from the Roaring Twenties.” Gershwin: Summertime for Violin and Piano (arr. Heifetz); It Ain’t Necessarily So for Violin and Piano Ponce: Estrellita for Violin and Piano Stravinsky: Suite Italienne for Violin and Piano Korngold: Piano Quintet in E Major, op. 15
Find out more »May 2020
‘Kick-off to Summer’ at the KMA
The Knoxville Museum of Art will host a “Kick-Off to Summer” party to benefit the museum’s operations and educational programs. The event features a cocktail buffet, full bar and live music from the The Atlanta Showstoppers party band. Attire: Dressy casual. For more information, contact Carla May Paré at cpare@knoxart.org.
Find out more »August 2020
WUOT Gala
WUOT will hold its inaugural gala in 2020. Additional details to come.
Find out more »March 2021
KMA L’Amour du Vin Wine Auction and Dinner 2021
L’Amour du Vin partners with Relais & Chateaux property Blackberry Farm to create a spectacular evening, now in its 18th year. Silent auction and wine tasting begin at 6 p.m. with dinner and live auction at 7:30 p.m. A guest chef, vintner and artist will be announced.
Find out more »March 2022
KMA L’Amour du Vin Wine Auction and Dinner 2022
L’Amour du Vin partners with Relais & Chateaux property Blackberry Farm to create a spectacular evening, now in its 19th year. Silent auction and wine tasting begin at 6 p.m. with dinner and live auction at 7:30 p.m. A guest chef, vintner and artist will be announced.
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