Community Calendar

They’re at it again!
Join Gary Johnson, Roland Herzel, Tim Mallard, and Gabrielle Gayheart for a concert of eight-hand piano music to benefit the Franklin County Humane Society (FCHS), hosted at First Presbyterian Church in Frankfort. With Charlie Kendell serving as emcee - and possibly sneaking in a few surprise percussive moments - the performance promises good music, plenty of laughter, and maybe a little mayhem (especially if Roland doesn’t keep his music straight).

Admission is free, but donations to the Franklin County Humane Society (cash or checks made out to FCHS) are gratefully accepted. You can also give online at fchsanimals.org/donate.html.

The concert will last about an hour - or, if Charlie gets chatty, maybe an hour and twenty - followed by a reception in the church’s fellowship hall.

Come for the music, stay for the community, and support a great cause. We’d love to see you there!

Tentative Program
Waltz from Faust - Gounod
Scott Joplin Rag Rhapsody - Olson
Variations on a Shaker Melody from Appalachian Spring - Copland
Take Five - Desmond
Gigue Fugue and Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, First Movement - Bach
Peer Gynt Suite - Grieg

Art on the Town at Tandy Park celebrates local artists, live music, and local food!

Meet and shop with over a dozen Kentucky artists and authors for original paintings, drawings, jewelry, sculptures, and more!

Enjoy delicious food from Daughters’ Southern and live music from Mela B!

Tyler Ramsey is a fingerstyle guitarist and one of the most captivating voices in modern indie folk, based outside of Asheville, North Carolina. Ramsey gained recognition as a key member of Band of Horses contributing to their soaring sound across three studio albums. As a songwriter and guitarist, his intricate playing and introspective lyricism became a defining element of the band's music.

With masterful guitar work and a gift for storytelling, Tyler Ramsey continues to carve out his own space in the world of modern folk and indie rock. He has released a series of critically acclaimed albums, including "For the Morning" (2019), which showcased his signature blend of fingerpicked guitar, pedal steel, and atmospheric rock textures. His latest album, "New Lost Ages", marks a new creative milestone, produced by Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, The Shins). The project captures Ramsey’s evolution as both a songwriter and musician, balancing moments of quiet introspection with grand, sweeping arrangements. Ramsey’s music is deeply rooted in nature and personal experience, with much of "New Lost Ages" inspired by his life in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The resulting album, with contributions from musicians like Morgan Henderson (Fleet Foxes), Sean T. Lane (Ann Wilson), and Carl Broemel (My Morning Jacket), captures both the intimacy of his songwriting and the expansive sonic landscapes he crafts.

Tyler's music, praised by outlets such as Relix and NPR, resonates with listeners seeking depth, honesty, and a connection to something timeless. "New Lost Ages" stands as a testament to his journey—one that embraces both the uncertainties of life and the enduring power of song.

With support from T. Hardy Morris

250LEX: A Concert for Lexington will be a free celebration featuring the world premiere of a commissioned orchestral work, "A Mighty Long Way," composed by Lexington native and internationally-recognized composer Shawn Okpebholo. Performed by the Lexington Philharmonic, the commissioned piece will be the centerpiece of a community concert that will present performances and recognition of other notable Lexington musicians and composers including Ben Sollee, Joslyn and the Sweet Compression, and the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestra.

Starting at 1PM, join the free, pre-concert celebration on the Singletary Center lawn. Enjoy a performance by M'Power Rhythm, conversation with Lexington Philharmonic Music Director Mélisse Brunet and guests, interactive activities by the Carnegie Center for Literacy & Learning and the Living Arts & Science Center, refreshments, and more.