Soundscapes at the KMA: July 2024

FORMERLY ALIVE AFTER FIVE • NEW NAME • NEW LINEUP

Welcome to Soundscapes at the KMA, a monthly concert series that combines the magic of art and live music at the Knoxville Museum of Art. We’ve curated an exciting lineup of musical acts spanning a range of genres that will take the stage one Friday evening a month from December to August. Enjoy the performance and a cocktail in beautiful Bailey Hall or explore the art on view as music weaves through the galleries. Soundscapes is an experience designed to elevate your senses and lift your spirit. Kick-off your weekend in an extraordinary atmosphere that allows you to see, hear, and feel art in a whole new way.

PRESENTING ADAM HAWLEY—

14-time Billboard #1 Artist and Producer...Guitarist and Producer Adam Hawley has burst on to the scene as a celebrated and innovative artist, composer and band leader. Handpicked by Maurice White (founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire) he first debuted on the legend's label Kalimba Music. In all, Adam’s four albums and work as a producer has spawned an incredible 14 Billboard #1 Hits. In it's first week, the 3rd record "Escape" was the #1 Selling Album in the Nation, outselling every other contemporary jazz album as per Nielsen. The debut single went on to become the Billboard and Smooth Jazz Network Song of the Year for 2020. He followed this up with the 4th album "Risin' Up;" it's title track again reached the top of the Billboard charts in late '21. 2022 was particularly successful including four more #1's, culminating with 2022 song of the year. Coupling this with a robust touring schedule throughout the world, the best is yet to come. adamhawley.com

TICKETS:

• Members: $20
• Non-Members: $25
• Member’s Pass: FREE
• Kids under 12: FREE

EVENT DETAILS:

• Doors open at 6:30pm. Music begins at 7:30pm. Cash bar.
• Food will be available for purchase from a local food vendor.

Capacity is limited; purchase tickets early to secure your spot!

Ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Masks are welcome but not required.

Questions? Contact Soundscapes Coordinator Brian Clay at bclay@knoxart.org.

Generously sponsored by Boston Government Services, Cherokee Distributing Company, and Crowne Plaza Knoxville.

This project is supported in part by federal award number 21.027 awarded to Knox County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Arts & Culture Alliance, and by the federal award number SLFRP5534 awarded to the State of Tennessee by the U.S. Department of Treasury.