Live Performances

Carpenters Christmas Featuring Janet Clazzy and Isabella Cring

Janet Clazzy returns to the Temple Theatre with Merry Carpenter Christmas!

Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.

“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.

Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.

“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabella has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.

Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”

The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"

Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.

Janet Clazzy returns to the Temple Theatre with Merry Carpenter Christmas!

Director Janet Clazzy is returning to the Temple Theatre, bringing Clazzy Christmas musical magic in a show called “Merry Carpenter Christmas,” featuring arrangements from Richard and Karen Carpenter’s legendary album, A Christmas Portrait.

“No matter how many years pass, that album continues to be the gold standard of Christmas music,” Clazzy says.

Taking the stage alongside Director Janet Clazzy will be vocalist Isabella Cring and pianist Nancy Slaughter.

“Although Karen Carpenter’s voice was one in a million, Isabella has a special voice—a uniquely beautiful tone and lyrical singing style that’s perfect for this music,” Clazzy shared. Having moved to Nashville in 2024, Isabell has spent the last eight months on the Nashville honky-tonk circuit, singing regularly at the Tootsie's Orchard Lounge and Kid Rock’s HonkyTonk bar.

Nancy Slaughter, renowned choral director at Vol State Community College, will also be featured, playing the Temple Theatre's Bosendorfer piano. “Nancy is a fabulous pianist, which is a requirement for anyone attempting to play Richard Carpenter’s piano arrangements,” Clazzy commented. “But we will also have some ‘clazzy’ arrangements—music that mingles a classy spirit with a jazzy soul.”

The concert will showcase Janet Clazzy’s specialty—playing the Yamaha WX5 Wind Machine, a horn producing 250 instrumental sounds. “You’ll hear everything from the Andean Flute to the Spanish Guitar, along with many other gorgeous winds, brass, and strings,” Clazzy promises. “The WX5 wind machine is the reason I've been called 'America’s one-woman band.'"

Feel like you need some Christmas cheer this year? Come to the "Merrry Carprenter Christmas" at the Temple Theatre in Portland on December 5th at 7 p.m. It's a great way to fill up your tank.

Called Out Quartet

There is no deeper tradition in Southern Gospel Music than the all-male quartet, and it’s within this rich heritage that Called Out Quartet has been harmonizing since 2003. Comprised of group members Scott Russell (tenor), Jess Birdwell (lead), Darrell Collier (baritone), and Mark Garrett (bass), each member brings a wide and varied background of musical interest and taste. It’s in that diversity that they find their uniqueness, but no matter where that influence comes, their inspiration is drawn solely from God. Whether in a church or any setting, they truly feel “Called Out” to share God’s message of love and redemption wherever they go.
Called Out Quartet is honored to share the stage with pianist and special guest Eddie Crook. Since starting his career as a pianist in 1961, Mr. Crook has accompanied several notable Southern Gospel groups, done session work at the famed RCA studios on Music Row in Nashville and accompanied artist Marty Robbins on the Grand Ole Opry. In 1977, he started the “Eddie Crook Company,” a record label that helped launch the careers of many of the most memorable artists in the Southern Gospel community. Eddie Crook has the distinction of producing more number one Gospel songs than any other producer and has been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame.

The Ornaments Present A Charlie Brown Christmas

The Ornaments originated in 2005 as three friends decided they would play the music of their favorite holiday TV special, Charles Schultz’ A Charlie Brown Christmas, with its brilliant soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi, at their favorite local watering hole, and since then their shows have grown steadily into a Nashville holiday tradition. It’s a band that only exists one month a year, as all of the players work steadily as freelance musicians with other artists for the rest of the year.

James Haggerty (bass) - James Haggerty is a freelance musician and writer who tours with The Original Blues Brothers Band, Steve Cropper, Josh Rouse, and The Autumn Defense and records with numerous others. He is also a member of the band Joe, Marc’s Brother, the founder of bossa nova group Hags-A-Nova, and a regular columnist for The East Nashvillian.

Jen Gunderman (piano) - Jen Gunderman divides her time between teaching, performing, and recording. She is Assistant Professor of Musicology at Vanderbilt University’s Blair School Of Music, but she is also an active studio session player and live musician, and she is a member of Sheryl Crow’s touring band. She has performed with a diverse variety of musicians, playing keyboards and/or singing with Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Michael McDonald, Chris Robinson, Roger McGuinn, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, and many others.

Martin Lynds (drums) - Martin Lynds is a musician and editor who tours most often with Chuck Mead and His Grassy Knoll boys but has stayed busy performing and/or recording with many others, including Cheap Trick’s Tom Petersson, Kevin Gordon, Marah, Bobby Bare, Rodney Crowell and Marty Stuart.

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End of The Line Allman Brothers Tribute Band

Get ready for End of the Line, the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band that’s taking the Southeast by storm! With sold-out shows across Georgia and Tennessee, End of the Line is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with, bringing the classic sound of the Allman Brothers to life with every soulful note and electrifying jam.

Frontman Justin Smith channels the raw, gritty vocals that made Gregg Allman a legend, while Dave Czuba and Ryan McClanahan lock in a powerful rhythm section, driving the heartbeat of the band with their unstoppable drum and percussion groove. Guitarist Adam Gorman carries the weight of Dickey Betts' tone and style, adding a little Macon magic to the mix as the band’s lone Maconite. Noah Pavey steps into the role of Duane Allman, trading licks with the best of them and keeping the spirit of the Brothers alive. Holding it all together is Casey Conway, whose bass lines are the perfect blend of Berry, Allen, and Oteil, providing the deep, soulful foundation that fans know and love.

Backed by a stamp of approval from the Allman Brothers Museum, The Big House, End of the Line doesn’t just play the music—they embody the legacy. Get ready to experience the guitar harmonies, the jams, and the unforgettable spirit of the Allman Brothers in full force. It's more than a tribute; it’s a journey through the soul of Southern rock, and it’s waiting for you to join the ride.

Production : Mike Walker, Last Impressions - Opening Act, Dawson Steagall

Comedian, Singer, Impressionist Extraordinaire!
He has been called one of the world’s finest impersonators and impressionists, and now audiences can see Mike Walker (and his famous friends) in this tribute to some of the greatest personalities of all time!

200+ Comedy & Musical Impressions!
Mike Walker has mastered the art of impressionism and impersonation with his masterful way of recreating the sounds and personalities of the biggest stars in show business. Perfectly emulating the mannerisms of the people and characters he portrays, it provides a show that is filled with fun and one that is one of the most entertaining in town.

As with his imitations, his vocal abilities are nothing short of spectacular as well. Throughout the show he will share some of his favorite artists and their songs including: Journey, Aaron Tippin, Dr. Hook, Mickey Gilley, Alabama, Michael Jackson, Rascal Flatts, Ray Charles, Willie Nelson, and more!

An Accomplished Performer in His Own Right!
He has toured the country opening for some of the biggest country music stars from Toby Keith and Brooks & Dunn to Alabama – entertaining audiences with his unique brand of humor and music.

Movies

White Christmas (1954)

A successful song-and-dance team become romantically involved with a sister act and team up to save the failing Vermont inn of their former commanding general.