CID Entertainment: Big Ears Festival 2010

March 26 - 28, 2010 • Knoxville, TN
The groundbreaking Big Ears Festival – slated for the weekend of March 26-28, 2010 in Knoxville, Tennessee - is excited to unveil the initial line up for this year’s event. Building on the visionary programming of last year’s inaugural festival, the 2010 Big Ears expands with a remarkable line up of even greater depth and breadth than its predecessor…with over 30 artists/bands expected to perform some 50 concerts in at least 8 venues this year. In addition, there will be art exhibitions, installations, film screenings, workshops, interactive experiences, lectures and discussions.

CID Entertainment has put together a travel package for you to enjoy an effortless and enjoyable weekend in Knoxville including two nights at the Crowne Plaza and more. See below for details.

The initial Big Ears line up for March includes Doveman, Nico Muhly, Nadia Sirota, Sam Amidon, Iva Bittova, Tim Hecker, Ben Frost, Ban On A Can All-Stars, Joanna Newsom, Vampire Weekend, Andy Moor, Bryce Dessner, Andrew WK with The Calder Quartet, Gyan Riley, The 802 Tour, The National, My Brightest Diamond, Javelin, Gang Gang Dance, St. Vincent, The Ex, Clogs, The xx, jj, DJ/rupture, Buke & Gass, Andrew WK, Dirty Projectors, and Tracy Silverman.

As previously announced, visionary American minimalist composer Terry Riley has been confirmed as artist in residence. Celebrating his 75th birthday in 2010, several of Riley’s compositions will be performed throughout the weekend, including an all-star ensemble for his seminal In C and performances by the composer himself.

www.bigearsfestival.com

The Crowne Plaza

Hotel Travel Package

Two (2) Inner Ear Festival Passes
Two (2) Nights at the Crowne Plaza in Knoxville (check-in: 3/26; check-out: 3/28)
Two (2) Festival Posters
Two (2) Festival T-shirts or Hoodies

Price: $899 for 2 people

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The Crowne Plaza
401 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN 37902
Hotel Website