Tim McDonald

Friday, January 24th

Nashville Artist Tim McDonald

At the young age of five, Tim McDonald embarked on a musical journey that throughout time has granted him countless opportunities to recognize and perfect his talents within. After starting formal piano lessons his natural music abilities were quickly recognized. By age nine, he was a member of the distinguished Classical Guild Society. He continued classical training throughout his teen years. During college he studied music theory and taught himself other genres of music such as Jazz, Blues, Funk and Alternative. Subsequently, Tim left college and enlisted in the US Army where he joined the Army Band. Graduating with honors, Tim attended the Armed Forces School of Music and had the distinct opportunity to perform with the three tenors and to perform and record with Count Basie Band leader Douglas Miller.  Tim also performed in two broadway musicals: Aida, and The Producers. 

After ten years of honorable service, Tim moved to Nashville, TN to further his music career. He performed with local bands, played as a session artist, and commenced a focused effort on writing. Tim is currently touring the country with his band and taking his music to the people.  When Tim is not on his own tour he is performing with guitar legend Johnny Hiland.  Tim has also toured extensively with Olivia Newton-John, Mark Chesnutt, Blake Shelton, Johnny Hiland, Cory Morrow, Byron Berline, Josh Gracin, and Steve Holy. Additionally Tim has had the honor to perform with guitar studio legend and artist Larry Carlton.  Tim was on the hit ABC series “Nashville” this season as the keyboardist for Luke Wheeler. He has additionally recorded with many major and up and coming artists from all genres.

Tim has three Country albums, “Lucky You”, “May I Live In Your World”, “Livin’ Breathin’ Havin’ Fun” and a fourth album “Tim’s Dems”, released summer 2013.  Tim also has four Jazz albums, “Tim McDonald”, “Tim McDonald II featuring Chester Thompson and Roy Vogt”, “Russell Scarborough Presents Tim McDonald”, and “Ivory Christmas”.  The music is like none other and is a total reflection of the talent and passion of Tim McDonald. Songs are currently available for download and CDs can be purchased from his website http://www.timmcdonaldband.com/.

Showtimes:  7:30pm and 9:30pm    Tickets:  $20.