CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

Anand’s Picks to Click

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  • Dec 10-11: Robert Earl Keen @ Jefferson Theater
    This songwriter is truly one of the most talented and entrancing performers in the whole genre. This is peak songwriting and musicianship from one of the leading figures in a crowded field. Truly a master at work and not to be missed. He’s been covered by thousands of artists at this point.

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  • Dec 12: David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum present: The Golden Hours @ The Southern Café & Music Hall
    This is an extremely unique event helmed by some of the best musicians in town, and they are bringing it to the Southern Cafe and Music Hall this Friday, which is super rare and exciting.

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  • Dec 13: Ramona & the Holy Smokes @ The Southern Café & Music Hall
    Reception has been incredible for the honky tonk outfit’s debut, self-titled album, which came out back in September. They are back at the Southern playing more faves from the album, they’ll have vinyl for sale, and there’s also going to be a 2-step class.