Calling all singers, songwriters, and musicians! This is your opportunity to take the mic. Test out a new original song or share your favorite cover. It’s up to you. The most important thing is to share a song for all to hear in this welcoming, supportive, and creative environment. Artist Members have early access to sign up for performance slots via private link. Learn more about Artist Memberships here. 

The Z presents the winner of the Proteus Music Contest: TA Gatling

TA Gatling is a Dirty Rock and Soul artist hailing from the Virginia Beach area. His love of music led him to begin singing and performing when he was young, and he has never looked back. He enjoys performing both acoustic and full band versions of his music, and has played some of the biggest venues in his hometown. And it has placed him on a track that has seen him share stages with national artists, such as Tyler Braden, Omarion and Jason Michael Carroll.

In 2021, TA Gatling released his debut EP, Respect the Shadows, which has since garnered rave reviews from music critics and fans alike. He is currently hard at work writing and recording a double EP with the assistance of his signature band “The Guns” which is sure to be even bigger and better than his debut release.

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• Social Media
• Website
• Music

with opener Jared Farrell:

Jared Farrell is songwriter and producer who is excited to introduce the audience to his catchy melodies and story-driven music backed with electronic production. Jared has just released his 2nd full length LP, “Electric.” The album was written, produced, mixed and mastered out of his home studio in Virginia Beach.

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• Social Media
• Website
• Music

This performance will be standing room. Limited ADA compliant seating is available for patrons who need special accommodation. Please call the Box Office to reserve special seating.

This performance contains lighting and video with strobe effects and flashing lights. This performance contains haze and fog effects.

The galaxy is the limit in The Z’s newest music showcase! Stunning visuals paired with the wonder and excitement of live composition create an immersive music experience that redefines “concert”.

Featuring:
From Overseas @fromoverseas.music
Karacell @karacellmusic
Crash Mosaic @crashmosiac

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 The spotlight is on music with our Live at The Z Music Series specially curated to elevate new and exciting artists of all genres to the center stage. Originality and talent shine in our state-of-the-art venue that welcomes audiences into an intimate and immersive musical experience. Music starts here. #LiveAtTheZ

Co-presented with VEER Magazine

The Holidivas celebrate Valentine’s Day! Three dynamic divas and one dashing host are joined by the Tidewater Winds Big Band to serenade you with songs of love, passion, heartbreak and hope. The perfect date night for Valentine’s, Galentine’s and everything in between.

The Proteus Festival Music Contest is for emerging and early-career musical artists!

See performances from our five finalists at Proteus Festival, and watch as a winner is crowned by a panel of music industry professionals. The grand prize is a headlining concert in the Live at The Z Music Series and a recording package in The Z’s recording studio.

The Vocal Jazz Summit is an annual conference designed to bring together jazz enthusiasts, emerging and established artists, industry leaders, and the greater jazz community to connect and engage one another in celebration of the artform, present unique educational experiences, and provide an environment to nurture and grow the jazz community. The weekend will engage festival-goers with live performance, interactive workshops and masterclasses, and networking opportunities.

Featuring:

• Samara Joy
• Stephanie Nakasian
• säje

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