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Watts Gallery Exhibit:
"4x4"
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Watts Gallery, Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center
Usually known for his work in ceramics, VWU Professor of Art Phil Guilfoyle has a collection of wood art on display in the Watts Gallery this summer.
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August 1-October 1
Neil Britton Art Gallery Exhibit:
"Big Old Work"
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Virginia Wesleyan University, 5817 Wesleyan Dr., Virginia Beach
In this exhibition by John Rudel, Professor of Art at Virginia Wesleyan University, large-scale painting and mixed media works employ expressive color, recognizable imagery, and abstract elements spanning nearly 20 years; aggregations as a nexus-point to ponder the role of history, psychology, science, politics, spirituality, aesthetics and humanity as an exploration of our perceptions of and place in the world.
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August 10
Steep Canyon Rangers
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Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.
Bluegrass bandmates Graham Sharp (banjo), Woody Plant (guitar), Mike Guggino (mandolin), Nicky Sanders (fiddle), Barrett Smith (upright bass), and Mike Ashworth (percussion) will bring their usual spark and texture through energized, animated set lists that will keep you on the edge of the cliff, never quite sure what they'll pull out of their hats. Tickets are available at
vwu.tix.com with general seating at two levels ($40-$55).
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Ohef Sholom Temple, Norfolk, 7:00 p.m.
The Center for Sacred Music joins its community partner Ohef Sholom Temple (530 Raleigh Ave., Norfolk) in an evening of great music on Thursday, August 15, from 6:30-9:00 p.m. Chuck Woodward conducts all who show up in the Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” (selected choruses) with Stephen Cook (piano). Singers are invited to sing an old favorite, explore a new work, or test their sight-singing skills in this casual, informal evening of music-making. All are welcome! Music is provided. $10 participation fee.
6:30 p.m.: On-site check-in
7:00 p.m.: Rehearse
7:45 p.m.: Short break
8:00 p.m.: Sing!
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Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.
Somewhere between woodsy and magic, this indie-alternative family band's original music has generated over 16 million Spotify streams, MTV syncs, a place on the Starbucks playlist, plus background music for film, documentaries and national commercials. The Hunts' 10-years of national touring has generated a wide following for this fusion of earthy and atmospheric sound. Tickets available at
vwu.tix.com ($15, free to VWU students, faculty, staff).
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Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center, 7:00 p.m.
VWU professor Jason Squinobal (saxophone) is joined by Joel Sanford (piano), Evan Shackly (guitar), Will McPeters (string bass), and Mike Laubach (percussion) in a free informal evening of light jazz standards and new works. Light refreshments and cash bar. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
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September 9
VWU Music Faculty Recital
7:30 p.m., Goode Center
September 15
Agnes Wan, Steinway Concert Artist
4:00 p.m., Goode Center
September 27
Red Priest
7:30 p.m., Goode Center
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