# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The Corey Harris Band with opener Jen Tal take the Rivanna Roots stage!  Join us by the river for a beautiful evening of music, food/beverages, and community.  More about the artists...

Corey Harris is a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and bandleader who has carved out a distinctive place in contemporary blues. After beginning his career as a street musician in New Orleans and spending a formative year in Cameroon, West Africa, Harris developed a sound that blends traditional acoustic blues with influences from reggae, soul, rock, and West African music. A powerful singer and accomplished guitarist, he has performed around the world and earned acclaim for both his interpretations of blues classics and his original songwriting. With one foot in tradition and the other in innovation, Harris remains a truly unique voice in American roots music.

Jen Tal is a rhythm guitarist, songwriter, and award winning vocalist based in Charlottesville, Virginia. She is celebrated for her soulful voice, emotional depth, and stylistic versatility. With a sound that weaves together soul, R&B, and jazz, Jen captivates audiences through her original compositions and inventive mash-ups of familiar favorites. Her performances are marked by authenticity, rich musicality, and connection with her listeners. 

Food Vendors:  The Pie Guy and Arepas on Wheels

It takes a village to make these magical concerts possible! A huge thank you to our sponsors: Sun Tribe, Martin Horn, NOLA Builds, The Nature Conservancy of Virginia, Alloy Architecture & Construction, Piedmont Paint & Finish, Bottle House, Woodard Properties, Mountaintop, Montessori, WNRN, and C-ville Weekly.

We'd also like to extend special thanks to Random Row Brewing Company, Potter’s Craft Cider, and Eastwood Farm and Winery, our exclusive beverage partners, and Hogwaller Brewing, our artist hospitality sponsor. Please support these local businesses – they’re passionate about our community, and we’re grateful to feature them at Rivanna Roots 2026!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/corey-harris-band-w-jen-tal/200030196172909
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, concerts, reggae
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 161

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlottesville
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rivanna River Company
- **lat**: 38.033912455592
- **long**: -78.460021018982
- **full address**: Rivanna River Company, 1538 E High St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-4931, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal being held?
  - **A:** Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Rivanna River Company, 1538 E High St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-4931, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal?
  - **A:** Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal is organized by The Front Porch.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Corey Harris Band w/Jen Tal is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlottesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 160+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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