PERFORMANCES SCHEDULE
SECOND STAGE SERIES
WEST VIRGINIA SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026, at 7 P.M.
Carnegie Hall offers discounts for members, seniors, military, and students. Thanks to the Carnegie Cardinal Fund Greenbrier County students, grades K – 12, receive free entry while funds last. To take advantage of any of these discounts, call the Box Office at (304) 645-7917.
Carnegie Hall’s Second Stage Series Presents
West Virginia Songwriters in the Round
Thursday, April 23, 2026 • 7 P.M.
Old Stone Room
Experience an intimate night of original music as three standout West Virginia songwriters share their stories, craft, and creativity in an up‑close, in‑the‑round performance.
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Ron Sowell
A longtime music director of NPR’s Mountain Stage, Ron Sowell is a celebrated singer‑songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist whose career spans decades of touring, recording, and collaboration. His warm presence and finely crafted songs reflect a lifetime dedicated to music and storytelling.
ronsowell.com
Mary Dailey
Rooted in Appalachian tradition and inspired by folk ballads and Celtic melodies, Mary Dailey writes songs that feel both timeless and deeply personal. A performer, teaching artist, and half of the duo Lark in the Holler, she brings a rich connection to West Virginia’s musical heritage to every stage she steps on.
Aristotle Jones
Known as the “Appalachian Soul Man,” Aristotle Jones blends soul, folk, blues, and mountain roots into a sound that honors the often‑overlooked stories of Black Appalachian musicians. His music carries forward a legacy of resilience, groove, and cultural pride shaped by generations of family and community.
AristotleJones.com
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Tickets
$20/Adult $10/Student
General Admission
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Guests are invited to arrive early for the Second Stage Lounge sponsored by Smooth Ambler,
open from 6–6:45 p.m., featuring a cash bar and light snacks.