Hickory – The Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS) presents the Bluegrass ensemble Unspoken Tradition on its next Chamber Classics concert on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. at the Drendel Auditorium at S.A.L.T. Block, Hickory. Based in Western North Carolina, Unspoken Tradition is a Bluegrass quintet that showcases original music inspired by their own influences and the roots of traditional music.

Unspoken Tradition is about new, original Bluegrass. Their material reflects the ever-changing culture of Western and Central North Carolina, where they call home. The band has earned a fervent following in the Southeast, selling out shows in Asheville, NC, as well as the legendary Station Inn in Nashville, TN. Their 2019 release from Mountain Home Record Company, Myths We Tell Our Young, debuted at #5 on the Billboard Bluegrass charts and has seen 5 top-charting radio singles, including a #1 spot on the Bluegrass Today chart for “Dark Side of the Mountain.”

Chamber Classic tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for all students (17 & under or w/college ID). Purchase by visiting WPSymphony.org/Tickets or call 828.324.8603. S.A.L.T. Block COVID-19 health and safety protocols will be observed.

The Drendel Auditorium is located at 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601

Western Piedmont Symphony Business offices are located on the SALT Block at 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory. Box Office hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mon. – Fri. For more information about the Western Piedmont Symphony, call 828-324-8603, visit WPSymphony.org, or email [email protected].