Ghosts & Guitars: Music & Storytelling at Historic Travis Heights Building

?? Join us for a spine-tingling Halloween adventure within the eerie, 140-year-old historic church of Travis Heights.

Our cast includes:

• Will Taylor: guitar, violin
• Tony Rogers: cello
• Jim Trainer: master of spoken word sorcery

We'll convene at the ominous 205 E. Monroe, where the haunting Life in the City Church awaits.

Step into the chilling embrace of Austin's very own Jim Trainer as he conjures and weaves tales that will send shivers down your spine, accompanied by the ghostly strings of Will Taylor and the haunting melodies of Tony Rogers on the cello, all set in a dimly lit atmosphere with candles and incense.

Don't let this Halloween experience escape you, where poetry, music, and mysteries lurk around every sinister corner! ?‍??

WHAT TO BRING

• A costume, maybe with lights

• Love and a friend or family memeber or two

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Event will be limited to 50 guests.

See videos from our past experiences below

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 20 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. You can learn more about me at StringsAttached.org, and about my love of community outreach through StringsAttachedCares.org

Jim Trainer contributes to Pissing In The Press Pool, served as columnist for Into The Void and blogged at Going For the Throat for over a decade. Trainer publishes one letterpressed collection every year through Yellow Lark Press. STRIDE is his 8th. As a progenitor of Stand UpTragedy™ he performs regularly throughout the world.

"...writing as a worthy spiritual successor to the great Hunter S. Thompson with a drive and steadfast rage Henry Rollins would be proud of."

—Philip Elliott, Into The Void Magazine

Poems of destitution and romance that plumb a ragged acceptance of the end of the world.

”Jim Trainer is the Anthony Bourdain of poetry."

—Mac Dansby, DILF Model

”Jim Trainer is the Bruce Springsteen of the spoken word.”

—Lamont Steptoe, Poet

Tony Rogers is a cellist, educator, performer, arranger and composer.

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.

Alicia, February 2022

This was truly a unique and magnificent experience. Will is an awesome tour guide, he provided a nice history of the park, took us to some magical places, and provided live music along the way. Go on this tour! You won’t regret it!

Cassandra, April 2019

“Will took us on a musical journey in nature that was incredible and therapeutic. We had a small group and hiked along a trail that was fairly leveled due to one of the hiker’s physical condition. Along the way Will made sure all of us were taken care of and having a good time. We were later joined by another amazing musician/cellist Charles. The only downside to this trip is that whenever I’m hiking now I miss Will and his gang of musicians. I’ve been spoiled. Next time I will bring my teenage kids.”

Sarah, April 2019

“This was a unique experience, and I enjoyed combining music with nature. The fresh air along with soothing music, made me feel at ease and one with our group. Highly recommend, if you love the outdoors and love listening to live music.”

***Debbie, April 2019

“Unique 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.”

Frequently Asked Questions

? Parking?

There is plenty of free parking on the streets around Life in the City. See MAP

? Are children welcome?

Kids are welcome! 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.

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 2 hours before the event.

? Do you have a calendar of events?

Yes, see more concerts here:

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Text: +1 (512) 379-5934

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Event will be limited to 50 guests.

Great date night and great way to meet and make new friend connections.

Get in FREE by Volunteering contact Will at 512-589-8749

Event Venue

Strings in the Woods South, 205 East Monroe, Austin, United States