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December 2, 2026
7:30 – 9:30 PM

Join us for an evening of live jazz with William Bares, an Asheville pianist, composer, and bandleader known for his versatility across hard bop, modern jazz, and free improvisation.

With six albums released as a leader or co-leader, Bares has founded or co-founded several Asheville ensembles, including Hard Bop Explosion, The Core, and Eye Myth Collective.

A Harvard-trained ethnomusicologist, Bares is Professor and Chair of the Department of Music at UNC Asheville, bringing decades of musical experience and a deep appreciation for jazz traditions to the stage.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear one of Asheville’s accomplished jazz musicians as part of the Jazz Showcase Series.
https://www.billbaresmusic.com/