Longleaf Pine Variety Series: Songs & Stories of the Carolinas

Presented by an Independent Organizer

📅 Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 2:00 PM
📍 Historic Turnage Theatre | Downtown Washington, NC
💲 Tickets: $20 – Available at Backwater Jack’s, Highwater Social, and The Turnage Theatre

Experience the debut of the Longleaf Pine Variety Series, a new musical showcase celebrating the rich traditions, artistry, and storytelling of the Carolinas. This series will feature some of the region’s finest musicians and nationally recognized artists, bringing authentic Southern sounds to the historic Turnage stage.

The first installment, Songs & Stories of the Carolinas, features a powerhouse lineup of award-winning performers:

🎵 The Kruger Brothers

Internationally acclaimed for their seamless blend of bluegrass, classical, and folk traditions, the Kruger Brothers have captivated audiences worldwide with their musicianship and heartfelt performances.

🎵 Mike Compton & Laura Boosinger: The Knackered Ramblers

A dynamic duo of roots music legends, combining Grammy-winning mandolin mastery and soulful Appalachian banjo and vocals to preserve and celebrate American traditional music.

🎵 Shannon Baker & Sometime Soon

Known for their carefully crafted sound that blends bluegrass, country, blues, and jazz, this group creates intentional, heartfelt arrangements that resonate across generations.

🎵 Samantha Snyder

A North Carolina native, musician, songwriter, and author who has performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage and toured nationally with Darin and Brooke Aldridge. Her artistry bridges tradition, storytelling, and contemporary flair.

✨ Be part of this exciting new series highlighting the music, culture, and community spirit of the Carolinas right here in downtown Washington!