Community Calendar

Boston based rock quintet Fai Laci brings their wildly cathartic and energetic live performance to Chattanooga. Founded by frontman Luke Faillaci alongside guitarists Anthony Cervone and Michael Goldblatt, bassist Cal Hamandi, and drummer Zack Putnam, the independent band has amassed a passionate grassroots fanbase and millions of streams through pure momentum and undeniable songs. Driven by a mission to create genuine, present connection and unforgettable live experiences, Fai Laci delivers a high-potency performance packed with raw rock energy and infectious community spirit.

Returning for another season on September 3, Noontunes will feature local musicians every week at Miller Park from 12pm - 1pm!

Hosted in partnership with the City of Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors and the City of Chattanooga Office of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Noontunes offers residents, employees and neighbors an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, games, food trucks and free live music as a part of the series, “Take a Break”.

In addition to seeing the concerts in person, shows are later aired on WUTC 88.1FM.

Noontunes has been held since 2016 and features Chattanooga area based musicians. The program has supported over 50 musicians and invested $20,000+ in Chattanooga's local music economy.
2026 Sponsors include City of Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors, Tennessee Arts Commission, First Horizon Bank, and Food City.

For the full schedule, visit www.rivercitycompany.com/noontunes

The 26–27 Season opens with a vibrant celebration of American music, from jazz to Broadway and beyond. Duke Ellington’s Black, Brown & Beige and Symphonic Dances from West Side Story bring bold rhythms and vibrant energy to the stage. Violinist Randall Goosby takes the spotlight in Johannes Brahms’s Violin Concerto, a sweeping and deeply expressive showcase for one of today’s most compelling young artists. This program also features a fresh voice from close to home with a work by local composer Ben Van Winkle. It’s an evening full of color and contrast, from the first note to the last.

What to expect:

A dynamic mix of what makes American music great - from the dance hall to heart break

A standout solo performance by international star violinist Randall Goosby

Music that ranges from high-energy and rhythmic to rich and expressive

This performance is part of the CSO’s 26-27 Season: Moments. This season is the second chapter of Unspoken: Our Story Through Sound, a journey that spans three seasons.

Memphis hip-hop pioneer Project Pat brings his legendary Southern bounce live to The Signal in Chattanooga. A foundational figure in rap history and a long-time Three 6 Mafia affiliate, he has spent decades shaping the sound of Southern hip-hop. He delivers an electrifying live performance anchored by his unmistakable cadence, high-energy delivery, and a classic catalog that continues to influence generations of artists.

Three-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn brings her joyful blend of bluegrass, country, and traditional roots music to Chattanooga alongside local favorite Courtney Holder. Raised in western Kentucky and refined through years on Music Row, Vaughn has earned national acclaim both as a solo artist and as a core member of the globe-trotting ensemble Della Mae. Featuring rich vocal harmonies, master basswork, and songs from her debut solo album Travel On, this seated performance offers an intimate evening of authentic acoustic storytelling and world-class musicianship.

Established in 1995, ZOSO – The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience has performed thousands of shows worldwide, earning recognition as one of the most accurate and captivating tribute acts in music history. Honed through relentless touring, the band delivers an electrifying live performance anchored by vintage gear, iconic imagery, and relentless energy—capturing the raw power, aura, and legendary stage presence of Led Zeppelin in their prime.

Named one of Holler’s “10 Country Artists You Need to Know,” a three-time 2026 Josie Music Awards nominee, and a nominee for Chattanooga’s Best of the Best Local Band, Bella Lam has performed at CMA Fest, The Bluebird Cafe and The Listening Room Cafe. She brings an electrifying live set anchored by her latest single, “Bootfirst,” a high-energy anthem that showcases her signature mix of heartfelt storytelling and modern country edge.

Ravi Gupta is a serial civic entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of The Branch Media, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing online polarization and misinformation, and Founder and CEO of SquadraHealth, a longevity wellness company. Previously, he co-founded Arena, which trained more than 7,000 political operatives in just three years, served in multiple roles during President Barack Obama's first presidential campaign and administration, and founded RePublic Schools, whose flagship campuses became the first public charter schools in Tennessee to rank among the state's top 5% for both academic growth and performance. He is also a Shorenstein Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School and co-host of the Majority 54 and Lost Debate podcasts.

The Jericho Brass is presenting a concert entitled “Hymns and Heroes” at the First Baptist Church of Dalton, 311 North Thornton Ave. in Dalton, on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

Some of the highlights of the program will include Summon the Heroes, written by John Williams for the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, an energetic Scottish sword dance Strathcarron by Philip Sparke and ending with a crowd favorite Swingtime Religion, by Barrie Gott. Several sacred pieces will round out the hour-long program.

The Jericho Brass of Chattanooga, directed by David Butler, is a British-style brass band that has provided brass band music to audiences since 1998. The 35 volunteer members of the band include professional, college-trained musicians and high school students from the Tri-State area.

French acoustic guitar virtuoso and composer Pierre Bensusan brings his internationally acclaimed live performance to Chattanooga. Celebrated globally as "Mister DADGAD" and recognized as one of the greatest guitar players of the 21st century, the Independent Music Award winner blends traditional, contemporary, jazz, classical, and world music into a mesmerizing soundscape. Honored with the Rose d'Or at the Montreux Festival and voted Best World Music Guitarist by Guitar Player magazine readers, Bensusan delivers an intimate, orchestral solo crossing using open tuning, fingerstyle precision, and rich vocal phrasing for an unforgettable evening of master-class acoustic storytelling.