Nestled within the rolling hills and winding valleys of Southwest Virginia, the Crooked Road weaves together 300 miles of picturesque terrain and historic music venues, each resonating with the echoes of bluegrass and old-time country melodies. Virginia's musical heritage takes center stage…
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Virginia is home to numerous live music venues, ranging from concert halls and small clubs to amphitheaters in the great outdoors. Start making plans to catch nationally-renowned bands and discover new favorites at these unique live music venues in Virginia. Brambly Park—Richmond Brambly Park…
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Dozens of American music genres and traditions owe at least some credit to the musical heritage of the Appalachian Mountains of Southwest Virginia. Many people may only think of Bluegrass when they think of Appalachian Music. But did you know the genre is the culmination of nearly 300 years of…
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Hip hop is huge in Hampton Roads. How huge? Chart-topping hits. Some of the most legendary producers the genre has ever known. And don't forget the world’s largest reinforced thin-shell concrete dome. Since the 1990's, the region has had a hand in making some of the most successful hip hop, rap…
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Virginia is home to some of the most delicious and creative beers anywhere, and there’s an excellent chance that while you’re reading this, somewhere in the commonwealth, devoted fans of craft brewing are gathered at the source to enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of the brewery boom that’s taken…
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The Crooked Road: Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail is a driving trail through Southwest Virginia that takes you through one of the most scenic and culturally unique regions of the United States. It also takes you through some of the most musically significant areas in the U.S. for Bluegrass and…
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From the rolling mountains to the sandy coastal towns, Virginia has been filled with music since its earliest inhabitants entertained with the simplest of instruments. Today, you’ll find rich music experiences in every corner of the Commonwealth, whether you’re looking for a bluegrass band in the…
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While Virginia has numerous big concert halls, theaters, and outdoor arenas, there’s no denying the amount of great music you’ll hear at the state’s smaller venues, bars, and clubs. See where you can groove at intimate live music spaces around the Commonwealth. Central Virginia The Camel, Richmond…
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There's plenty to sing about when it comes to Virginia's music scene. Here are eight towns to start planning a musical getaway in the Commonwealth, whether you're looking for big-name acts or the roots of music history. Richmond Virginia’s capital has long been known for its underground punk scene…
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Virginia's music venues are full of rich history. Places that now host live music once started out as old movie houses or stores or farmhouses and changed over time. Here are 13 of Virginia's historic music venues. Tally Ho Theatre—Leesburg A landmark in historic downtown Leesburg, the Tally Ho…
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