Petersburg music scene hits high note: New concert series
Local art teacher releases 10-show schedule: Listen to live music in historic Old Towne
Kristi K. Higgins
PETERSBURG — Music lovers will be happy to hear this exciting news. A new concert series will take place in Old Towne this spring and summer.
Friday Flow at Ironworks is created by Petersburg resident Jenifer "Jen" Lowery who teaches art at N.B. Clements Junior High School in Prince George. On numerous occasions, she has played guitar and sung vocals at the River Street Market, by herself and with other musicians/vocalists.
"Petersburg is going to be a music go-to... when folks want music, they will be checking our schedule for sure," Lowery said. "It has been filled, and without further ado, I am so excited to announce the 2023 season."
Tickets go on sale next week for the 10 shows: general admission $12 per ticket, general admission season pass $100, VIP $25 per ticket and VIP season pass $225. Details about VIP packages will be posted soon on Facebook at THEREverie Friday Flow at Ironworks.
The season runs every Friday May 12 - July 21 with the exception of Memorial Day, Friday, May 26.
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Petersburg: Friday Flow at Ironworks
- May 12: South Hill Banks, opener Caleb Dillard
- May 19: Bordertown, opener Mackenzie Roark
- June 2: Brian “Willie” Williams with Jonathan Facka
- June 9: Magnolia with Joey Davis
- June 16: Caleb Stine with Johnathan Page Brown
- June 23: East of Blue Ridge with Cody Christian
- June 30: Palmyra with Alexa Rose
- July 7: The Wilson Springs Hotels with Graham Stoll
- July 14: Woody Woodworth and the Piners with Brand Franklin
- July 21: Low Water Bridge Band with Taylor Hunnicutt
The first main act is South Hill Banks with Lance Thomas [vocals, guitar], Eric Horrocks [mandolin, vocals], Noah Stidham [Banjo, Vocals], and Justin Doyle ]upright bass]. The RVA-based band has carved a niche for themselves with their jam-infused bluegrass sound. They pull from a wide range of influences such as classic rock, jam and blues to traditional bluegrass to keep audiences entertained with a blend of sounds old and new.
The renovated outdoor event space which includes a covered stage is a part of the historic Appomattox Iron Works, an iron foundry complex from the 1800s. It was designated a Virginia State Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.
The Iron Works at 30 W. Old St. is located in the middle of a city block bordered by W. Old St, W. Bank St., Exchange Ave./Alley, and another alley/N. Market St. The entrance is between Buttery Baking House and Penniston's Alley Antiques and Collectibles.
Shortly after dropping his original single 'Run Away,' musician Caleb Dillard of Matoaca who plays folk and bluegrass jams will be the first opening act.
"I'm super excited to be part of Friday Flow," Dillard said. "Good times will be had by all. Can't wait to see you there."
"Make plans to join us Friday nights in Petersburg where the music flows," Lowery said.
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— Kristi K. Higgins aka The Social Butterfly columnist is the trending topics and food Q&A reporter at The Progress-Index. Have a news tip on local trends or businesses? Contact Kristi (she, her) at khiggins@progress-index.com, follow @KHiggins_PI on Twitter @socialbutterflykristi on Instagram.
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