Celebrate Mother's Day with Violinist Will Taylor's first Concert in the Dark outside at sunset and under the stars at the 1900 VineyardAbout this Event
Award winning Austin violinist Will Taylor brings his Concerts in the Dark program to the Mason area for the first time on Mother's Day ๐ฏ๏ธ
The program is called Beatles, Beethoven & Beyond!
What we can tell you: it's outdoors, it's beautiful, and as the Texas sky darkens, acoustic violin, cello, and guitar will fill the air with music that feels less like a concert and more like a sound bath.
The Beatles songs you grew up with, reimagined as something meditative. Beethoven woven in. Poetry in the dark. Community around you.
This Mother's Day, give the mothers in your life โ and yourself โ the gift of stillness, beauty, and music under the stars at 1900 Vineyard, nestled in the Texas Hill Country.
Side effects may include: deep relaxation, a balanced nervous system, releasing what no longer serves, and feeling genuinely connected โ to the music, to nature, and to the people around you.
๐ Sunday, May 10th ยท Mother's Day ยท 7PM ยท 1900 Vineyard, Art, TX
๐ 7896 E State Hwy 29, Art, TX 76820
๐ฟ Free cacao & tea included ยท All ages welcome
Concerts in the Dark have sold out all over Texas. Seats are limited.
๐ Good to Know
Schedule: 6:00PM โ Doors open at 1900 Vineyard
6:30PM โ Pre-concert talk, meet & greet, free cacao & tea
7:05PM โ Concert begins 8:30PM โ Closing & share time
What to bring:
๐ A Mom or two โ it's her day!
๐ง A yoga mat, camp chair, blanket, or cushion to sit on
๐ A friend โ or come solo and make new ones
โค๏ธ An open heart
Recommended age: 13+ (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult) ยท All ages welcome
Taste of the setlist: Blackbird ยท Eleanor Rigby ยท Norwegian Wood ยท While My Guitar Gently Weeps ยท Golden Slumbers ยท In My Life ยท Beethoven ยท Original music by Will Taylor ยท and a Zeppelin song or two...
Side effects may include: relaxation, a balanced nervous system, releasing what no longer serves, feeling whole and connected to nature, being nurtured by community.
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Testimonials
I live in Austin & Love Will Taylor and his music. Even in a town like Austin where musicians are on every corner, Will Stands out With his unique collaborations and concerts, He truly is "One of a Kind." Thank you Will. Please keep your awesome and unique music coming!!!! YOU would be sorely missed were you to leave!!! -Pam B, Ph.D
Thanks for the unbelievable musical service. Will, you take us kicking and connecting with new people who love music and natural life! Then Tony captured the beauty of classical guitar, which for me was delightful, secret toe wiggling while lying on my mat, housed in dark AC while visually surrounded by elms and willows. The hands on energy touch upon request, was an amazing bonus. Can't get any better. Dr. Patty and Bob
Will, last night's show was magnificent. Now I remember why I felt at home when I came to Austin in 1980. There is something precious here, (Holy, actually) and you are a part of that. Thank you. Shara T.
***Debbie, April 2019
โUnique experience connecting both to nature and to music. A quieter, reflective sidelight on the frenetic Austin tourist experience. Also, a chance to network with some area musicians.โ
About on the performers:
Will Taylor
I've been a professional violinist and Austin music icon for over 20 years, jamming with folks such as Willie Nelson, Pearl Jam, Gary Clark Jr., Shawn Colvin, Shiny Ribs, Guy Forsyth, the Turtle Island String Quartet at Town Hall in New York City and so many more. I'm a lover of the outdoors and the magic of bringing people into nature for life-changing moments of connection and musical bliss. I have been a concert presenter for over 30 years and in 2006 produced a concert of the Beatles White Album that was broadcast on radio and drew over 1600 folks for two shows. Two time Austin Music Award Winner, and Best of Austin Finalist in 2022, and Winner in 2024
Award Winning Film Composer of the Film
Tony Rogers
Tony Rogers is a cellist, educator, performer, arranger and composer.
In 2020 he gathered thousand of cellist together for the Covid Cello Project.
He performs regularly with The Austin Piazzolla Quintet, The Waterloo Trio, Jenifer Jackson, the multi-genre group Strings Attached, performs weddings on weekends, and onstage with symphonies, playing 70 public performances per year, teaches a few hundred lessons and directs the Austin Cello Choir every week on Tuesday evenings for cellists of all levels. In his spare time he organizes chamber reading sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
๐ค Are children welcome?
Kids are welcome! For this show, everyone needs a ticket but, anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please keep in mind that this is an event where the focus is on the music, and might include meditation. So we value peace and an environment of non-disruption for all that are paying to have this experience. This isn't a club atmosphere where there is talking over the music. That being so, we do have a separate area where you can take the kids if they or you need a break.
๐ช What's the seating like?
Regular GA seating is on a first come first served basis, but you can buy a front row reserved ticket, or floor tickets if you want to bring a yoga matt.
Is this a sober event? YES! No Drugs/Alcohol, Smoking, No Phones, No Camera/Video, and No Scents please
Can I volunteer to get in free?
Yes, we have 4 positions for volunteers that begin 1 hour before the event and include helping set up the space, checking people in and cleaning up after the event is done
What are the benefits of Cacao:
- Improved blood flow, stem cell generation
- Lowers chances of heart disease. Studies have linked the flavanols in cacao and cocoa to higher levels of nitric oxide in your blood Read more here..
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Great date night and way to meet and make new friend connections.
Agenda
๐: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Doors Open
๐: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Show
Host
Host: Strings Attached
Event Venue
7896 E State Hwy 29, 7896 East State Highway 29, Art, United States
USD 19.14 to USD 64.93


