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SUMMARY:Symphony of the Mountains - Richard Marx
DESCRIPTION:Grammy-winning singer\, songwriter and producer joins Symphony of the Mountains for an extraordinary evening of music on October 24 \nKINGSPORT\, Tenn. — Symphony of the Mountains is proud to announce Grammy-winning singer\, songwriter and producer Richard Marx will join the orchestra for a highly anticipated concert on Saturday\, October 24\, at 7 p.m. at the Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center in Kingsport. \nSponsored by the James and Laura Rogers Foundation\, the performance will bring together Marx’s celebrated songs with the full power and artistry of a symphony orchestra for one unforgettable evening. \nWith a career spanning four decades\, Marx has established himself as one of popular music’s most accomplished performers\, songwriters and producers. He has sold more than 45 million albums\, amassed one billion streams and earned 14 No. 1 singles through his work as a performer\, songwriter and producer\, including the enduring favorites “Right Here Waiting\,” “Hazard” and “Hold On to the Nights.” \nMarx’s accomplishments extend far beyond his own recordings. He is the only male artist in history to have his first seven singles reach the Top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100. He is one of only two artists — alongside Michael Jackson — to have written songs that reached No. 1 on Billboard charts in four different decades. \nAs a songwriter and producer\, Marx has also worked with an extraordinary roster of artists\, including Luther Vandross\, Keith Urban\, *NSYNC\, Barbra Streisand and Burt Bacharach. \nHis latest album\, “After Hours\,” featuring Rod Stewart and Kenny G\, debuted at No. 14 on Billboard’s Traditional Jazz Albums chart and earned praise from “The New York Times\,” “USA Today\,” “Billboard” and others. Marx also hosts the podcast “Stories to Tell\,” which has featured guests including Paul Stanley\, Rick Springfield and Kenny Loggins. He lives with his wife\, Cuban American television host Daisy Fuentes\, in Malibu\, California. \n  \nA Signature Night for Symphony of the Mountains \nThe October 24 performance will be a major highlight of Symphony of the Mountains’ 2026–2027 season\, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience Richard Marx’s celebrated music in the expansive sound of a symphony orchestra. \nSymphony of the mountains will bring the intimacy of Marx’s beloved songwriting to life through the depth\, power and color of a full orchestra\, reflecting the organization’s commitment to ambitious programming that connects orchestral music with the artists and songs that have shaped generations. \nThe first half of the concert will showcase the orchestra’s versatility and dynamic range in “Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture\,” followed by Roberto Molinelli’s “Four Pictures from New York\,” featuring saxophone soloist Brian Rodesch. \nTickets will be offered in tiered seating levels ranging from $40 to $100\, providing a variety of options for audiences to attend this special performance. \nPlatinum $100 \nGold $80 \nSilver $60 \nBronze $40 \nWheelchair $60 \nWheelchair Companion $60 \nTickets are available at mysotm.org. \nWHAT: Richard Marx with Symphony of the Mountains\nWHEN: Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, at 7 p.m.\nWHERE: Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center\, Kingsport\, Tennessee\nTICKETS: $40–$100\, tiered seating\nINFORMATION: mysotm.org \nAbout Symphony of the Mountains \nNow in its 80th season\, Symphony of the Mountains is dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the region through exceptional orchestral performances\, innovative programming\, education and community engagement. The organization brings musicians and audiences together through the transformative power of live music\, creating meaningful experiences for the communities it serves. Symphony of the Mountains is dedicated to entertaining\, educating and enriching regional audiences by uniting and uplifting the Appalachian Highlands through exceptional live music. Maestra Cornelia Laemmli Orth\, who is in her 20th season\, serves as the orchestra’s music director and conductor.
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SUMMARY:New World Raphsody
DESCRIPTION:Our Homecoming Concert brings together past and present members of the organization to celebrate SOTM’s 80th Anniversary as well as the 250th Anniversary of the United States. Join us for an exciting program featuring Ives’ Variations on America\, Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9\, From the New World\, and Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with pianist Max Levinson. Acclaimed pianist and Steinway Artist Max Levinson is an internationally recognized performer and prizewinner who serves on the faculty of the New England Conservatory. \n~ \nTickets are available here or at the door. \nFor questions\, please email sarahlane@symphonyofthemountains.org \nor call (423) 392-8423. \nThank you! \n– SOTM Staff
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/new-world-raphsody/
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SUMMARY:Freedom’s Song: Honoring All Who Served (Kingsport)
DESCRIPTION:Join Voices of the Mountains and the SOTM Brass Quintet for a heartfelt tribute to our veterans\, honoring their sacrifice with stirring melodies of gratitude and remembrance. \n~ \nTickets are available here or at the door. \nFor questions\, please email sarahlane@symphonyofthemountains.org \nor call (423) 392-8423. \nThank you! \n– SOTM Staff
URL:https://thisiskingsport.com/event/freedoms-song-honoring-all-who-served-kingsport/
LOCATION:Kingsport Farmers Market\, 308 Clinchfield St\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37660\, United States
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SUMMARY:By the Fireside: Kingsport
DESCRIPTION:The most wonderful time of the year comes to life with dazzling holiday traditions! Featuring our world-class musicians\, the Academy of Strings\, Mountain Empire Children’s Choral Academy\, Mountain Mission School Choir\, and Voices of the Mountains joining in celebration! With a special guest appearance by Santa Claus. \n~ \nTickets are available here or at the door. \nFor questions\, please email sarahlane@symphonyofthemountains.org \nor call (423) 392-8423. \nThank you! \n– SOTM Staff
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LOCATION:Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center\, 400 S Wilcox Drive\, Kingsport\, 37660\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tides of Time
DESCRIPTION:Submerge yourself in this serene program of selections from Handel’s Water Music\, Smetana’s The Moldau\, and John Adams’ Become Ocean. A perfect blend of classical keystones while introducing listeners to new American music. \n~ \nTickets are available here or at the door. \nFor questions\, please email sarahlane@symphonyofthemountains.org \nor call (423) 392-8423. \nThank you! \n– SOTM Staff
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