November - Texas Music Events Calendar 2010

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The 2010 TMEC lists more than 500 annual events featuring live music. To update listing information for your 2010 event, please contact the Texas Music Office at music [at] governor.state.tx.us or call (512) 463-6666.

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Jazz at Saint James' ~ 2
November 5-7
Saint James Episcopal Church; 1941 Webberville Rd, Austin
Saint James Episcopal Church
Keith A. Braithwaite
1941 Webberville Road; Austin, TX 78721-1679
(512) 990-8241; (512) 926-6339; Fax (512) 926-1215
Music: Jazz
Activities: Music festival
Saxophonist Javon Jackson will headline this year's Jazz at St. James' Concert Series Nov. 5th through 7th. Jackson will be joined by George Cables, drummer Louis Hayes and bassist Corcoran Holt, who plays with Jackson on his latest album, Once Upon a Melody. The 15th annual event, hosted by St. James' Episcopal Church, begins Friday night, Nov. 13th, with Austin's Jeff Lofton Quartet which includes Jeff Lofton on trumpet, Marc Devine on piano, Michael Stevens on bass and Masumi Jones on drums. and jazz and blues singer Donna Hightower opening for Javon Jackson's Quartet of legendary jazz artists. Saturday night, the opening act is Austin's Joe Morales' Sextet. The group includes Joe Morales - Tenor Sax, Matt Smith - Guitar, Aaron Lack - Vibe, steel drums, etc., Ernie Durawa - Drums, Brad Taylor - Bass guitar, David Webb - Piano / Organ The guest artists will lead the now traditional Workshop and "Informance" Saturday morning, beginning at 11 a.m. This educational session is offered FREE to jazz students and fans of all ages and begins at 11 a.m. at the church. The music continues on Sunday with four jazz masses: at 8 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 1 p.m., and 6 p.m.

Texas Independent Music Expo
November 5, 6
Sons of Hermann Hall; 3414 Elm Street, Dallas
Friends of TIME
Lisa Byrn Founder and Director
121 Lemley Drive; Heath, TX 75032
(214) 693-3693
Activities: Workshops, Songwriter Contests
TIME is a non-profit event for the independent music artist to connect with the local music industry, network with other artists, acquire tools to create their music and educate themselves on the music industry. TIME also gives those in the music industry the opportunity to promote their services and wares to the artist and the public. Those who wish to attend TIME can enjoy two days of workshops/seminars, exhibitions and an evening concert. Songwriters can enter the TIME Songwriter Contest and win great prizes to boost their music career.

Fun Fun Fun Fest
November 6-7
Waterloo Park; 403 East 15th Street, Austin
Transmission Entertainment
Graham Williams
912 Red River Street; Austin, TX 78701-2625
(512) 762-5690
Music: Dance, Punk, Rap/Hip Hop, Rock
Activities: Music festival
Fun Fun Fun Fest made its first appearance on a cold Friday evening in 2006, offering a unique approach to festival booking, filling stages with talent bubbling from the underground: what sounded great, and what was making an impact, regardless of what mainstream media said was cool. What started out as a show for a few touring acts and local favorites has become a movement -- a festival that fans and bands alike realize needs to be experienced year after year. Now in its fourth year, Fun Fun Fun Fest has made a significant impact on the country's winter calendar, successfully combining the vast worlds of indie, punk, rap, electronica and comedy while showcasing some of the city's most unique local businesses. It is the most relaxed, laid back and (yet) progressive festival in the market place today, a true urban event in the middle of downtown Austin. Most importantly it's a fest we in the music community want to go to, without all of the filler that shows up at corporate music carnivals around the world. Fun Fun Fun Fest: the fest before the fest ... where you go to see what's about to happen as opposed to what's already been done.

Smithville Music Festival
November 6
Vernon Richards Riverbend Park; Hwy 71 in Smithville
Project Community / Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
Mika Spears, PR & Communications Director
P.O. Box 716; Smithville, TX 78597
(512) 237-2605; (512) 237-2313
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Christian, Country, Cowboy, Jazz, Polka, Reggae, Rock
Activities: Music festival, children's activities
Vernon Richards Riverbend Park in Smithville, TX is the place to be for this all-day event that mixes the performing arts with a myriad of family activities for a blend of eclectic entertainment. This dual-stage outdoor venue will feature rock, gospel, country, and blues acts throughout the day leading up to Saturday night's headliner. Enjoy a cold beverage with friends as you relax under the giant oak trees at the park, browse the car show or take in some activities at Family Play Day. Grab a bite to eat at one of our many concession booths serving a variety of offerings from native to international and from organic to dangerously delectable. Festival runs from 11:00 a.m. to midnight.

"El Veterano" Conjunto Festival in memory of Eligio Escobar
November 7
Pan Am Plaza; 1419 Commercial Avenue, San Antonio
Eligio Escobar Foundation
Linda Escobar
P.O. Box 4321; Corpus Christi, TX 78469
(361) 442-3962; (361) 774-3778
Music: Tejano, Conjunto, Tex-Mex
Activities: Music festival
The best of Tejano Conjunto Music! Event held to honor all Veterans in memory of Eligio Escobar, Conjunto Legend. Military Ceremonies will be held. Puro Conjunto music by Chano Cadena Y Su Conjunto, Boni Mauricio Y Los Maximos, Los D-Boyz de Kingsville, TX, Linda Escobar, Lobo IV, Los Arroyos Del Rio, Los Padrinos, Mickey Y Los Carnales, Lazaro Perez Y Su Conjunto, and other well-known conjunto bands. Talented children perform and receive scholarships to continue their music education in the instrument they play. All to promote and preserve our roots music: Conjunto Regional music from South Texas. All proceeds benefit the Veterano Scholarship Fund which has awarded 36 scholarships to students with musical talent and will award another 3 this year.

Dallas Salsa Congress
November 11-14
American Airlines
Luis Delgadillo
6913 State Highway 161, No. 131; Irving, TX 75039
(214) 923-9404
Come and enjoy a night of Salsa "Las Vegas" style In Dallas. Experience the showmanship and dance styles of all of the groups below. Start the evening with salsa music and dancing, and end it with the salsa shows and exhibitions.

Salado Scottish Games and Competitions
November 12-14
Central Texas Area Museum; 423 South Main
Central Texas Area Museum, Inc.
Paul Christian & Mary Mendez.
P.O. Box 36; Salado, TX 76571
(254) 947-5232; Fax (254) 947-5232
Music: Scottish
Salado Scottish Games and Competitions takes place at Number One Main Street-The Museum in Salado and includes dance competitions, bagpipe playing, a traditional Scotch Ceilidh ("Kay-lee"), and Kirkin' O' the Tartans ceremony. Panels of Scot experts will judge contests in Highland dancing, piping, drumming and pipe bands. In addition, visitors will want to take in the athletic events, a tattoo, which is an exchange of melodies between pipe bands, other Scottish music and performances by some of the day's competitors in a sunset setting. Special events include a (Kay-lee) Ceilidh, tattoos, and a genealogy seminar. Specialists in Celtic music and song will entertain. There are special tickets for the Finger Tip Supper on Friday. All tickets may be purchased and paid for in advance and picked up on the day of the event at the door to the Hall of the Clans. All inquiries for schedules should be mailed to the museum along with a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Heritage Syrup Festival
November 13
Depot Museum & Downtown, Henderson; 514 North High Street & Downtown Square
Depot Museum
Susan Weaver
514 North High Street; Henderson, Tx 75652
(903) 657-4303; Fax (903) 657-2679
Music: Bluegrass, Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Folk life festival, storytelling
The Heritage Syrup Festival is a folklife festival in the two historical districts of Henderson. Syrup making demonstration is focus,but 35 artist will demonstrate on Depot grounds,the saw mill will cut wood, print shop, broom and blacksmith shops operate. Roots music is performed at the Depot, while a Bluegrass concert is on the Square The Depot is the educational part of the event and the Downtown is filled with booths for shopping, children's activities,antique car show and both locations have great regional food.

Holiday Harmony
November 13
Truth Tabernacle Church; 3411 Hwy. 75; Denison
Red River Valley Chorus - Chapter of Sweet Adelines International
Barbara A. Hotze, Chair PR / Publicity
381 Staple Drive; Collinsville, TX 76233
(903) 429-3034; (903) 957-7464
Music: Christian, Pop, Barbershop
Activities: Music festival, Christmas Show
The Red River Valley Chorus presents their annual show, "Holiday Harmony" to the Texoma area. The performance will again be open to the public for an evening of wholesome, family entertainment. Experience a Branson-style show with multiple entertainers and the uniquely American musical art form, 4 part Barbershop harmony. Begin a celebration of the season with the Red River Valley Chorus and their guests. Show starts at 7 p.m.

Johnny Nicholas Texas All-Star Big Band Bash
November 13
Lady Bird Johnson Park, Pioneer Pavillion Hall; Hwy 16 South, Fredericksburg, TX
Hill Top Productions
Carol Reeh, FISD Community Ed Director
10661 North U.S. Highway 87; Doss, TX 78618
(830) 997-9242
Music: Big Band, Blues, Jazz, Tejano, Texas Swing
Activities: Music festival
The 12th annual Big Band Bash will be held at Pioneer Pavilion Hall at Lady Bird Johnson Park on Saturday, November 7th, Hwy. 16 South, Fredericksburg. Tickets are $75. We are urging people to get their tickets early - we have sold out the last 4 of 5 years. Proceeds benefit youth in Fredericksburg by offering music and theater workshops and camps. This year we are also giving a scholarships to 3 FHS graduating seniors that are continuing their education in music. Jimmie Vaughn and his band headline.

Nine Flags Festival
November 13- Dec. 11
Downtown; Nacogdoches
Nine Flags Festival
Anderson Dolton
200 East Main Street; Nacogdoches, TX 75961
(936) 564-7351; (888) 653-3788; Fax (936) 462-7688
Music: Bluegrass, Children's, Christian
Activities: Fiddling contests
For more than a decade, the Nine Flags Festival has paid homage to the rich and spirited history of the oldest town in Texas. That history includes three attempts to establish a Republic of Texas. Thus, nine flags have flown over Nacogdoches as opposed to the six that have represented Texas. They are French, Spanish, Magee-Gutierrez, Dr. James Long, Mexican, Fredonia Rebellion, Lone Star, Confederate Stars & Bars and United States of America. Since its inception in 1997, the Nine Flags Festival has become one of the premier holiday celebrations in the state and has been recognized by the Texas Legislature for its community education and historic restoration efforts. The 13th annual Nine Flags Festival paid special tribute to the Texas Flag. Check back with us next year to see which flag we honor in 2010!

Texas Redneck Festival
November 13
Spokes Sports Bar; 635 Highway 29 West Burnet
Spokes Sports Bar
Mark Atwood
635 Highway 29 West; Burnet, TX 78611
(512) 756-4100
The Texas redneck Festival is a day of "redneck" games and contests, featuring live music. Events include: Truck Show (Best Redneck Truck, Worst Redneck Truck), Contests (Pool Tournament w/ 8-Ball Brake Contest, Washer Pitching Tournament, Horseshoe Tournament, Hot Dog Eating Contest, Lawn Mower Race, Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest), Redneck Royal Court Crowning (Best Dressed Redneck Man, Best Dressed Redneck Woman, Miss Redneck Contest), and Live Music (Live Bands 12pm-12am outdoors, Acoustic Jams 12pm-9pm Indoors).

The Domain Lighting of Macy's Great Tree
November 20
The Domain; 114010 Century Oaks Terrace
The Domain
Jamie Morris
11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Suite 210; Austin, TX 78758
(512) 873-8099; (713) 224-9115
Music: Children's, Christian, Classical, Country
Activities: Music festival, Holiday Event
The Domain will kick-off the holiday season on Saturday, November 20 at 6 p.m. with a grand tree lighting spectacular event highlighted by a special performance by Miranda Lambert, recently nominated by the Country Music Association for CMA Female Vocalist of the Year. The new Central Texas holiday tradition will also offer special live performances by local Austin entertainer Aston Teague, the Christian Life Church Choir, Austin Children's Choir and various hometown entertainers performing holiday favorites throughout the season until December 25. The Domain Lighting of Macy's Great Tree is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 512.873.8099.

Texas Folk Dance Camp
November 25-28
Greene Family Camp; 1192 Smith Lane, Bruceville
Texas International Folk Dancers
Susie Thennes
P. O. Box 4516; Austin, TX 78765
(214) 221-1842
Music: Folk/Acoustic, Internation
Activities: Dance classes, Singing class
Experience the flavors of these countries as experienced, nationally-known dance teachers share their knowledge with us. There will be live music for some evening dancing, singing classes, theme parties each night and delicious food. The accommodations available include private rooms with private baths, or dorm-style housing. Check our webpage for registration info. There are some half scholarships available.