Noontunes: Chattanooga's Weekly Midday Live Music Series in Miller Plaza
Noontunes is a vibrant weekly midday music performance series held in Miller Plaza, showcasing exceptional local talent. Enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. during May, June, and July. Can't attend in person? WUTC broadcasts each show the following Thursday at 8 p.m.
LEW CARD
A veteran country songwriter, Lew Card brings decades of road and studio experience. After years playing mandolin in various bands, he's now focused on his original music.
Wednesday, May 3, 12-1 p.m.
SWAYYVO
Rapper, performer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist (piano and saxophone), Swayyvo began creating music at age 12. With 7 years on stage, he's now a key artist for the Killinthastreetz (KTS) brand.
Wednesday, May 10, 12-1 p.m.
MEGAN SAUNDERS
Megan Saunders' songs evoke stories and rural American landscapes, inspired by adventure, love, and late nights. Her earnest vocals and acoustic strings blend playful, luminous tones with sultry, haunting roots music.
Wednesday, May 17, 12-1 p.m.
GINO FANELLI
From western swing to jazz, Gino Fanelli has refined a signature 1930s New Orleans party jazz style over 16 years. His guitar mastery, upbeat music, charismatic banter, and vintage charm make him ideal for clubs, events, and weddings.
Wednesday, May 24, 12-1 p.m.
HUSKY BURNETTE
Brian "Husky" Burnette preaches the blues with gritty, soulful Delta and Hill Country influences fused with rock 'n' roll—raw, low-down, and authentic.
Wednesday, May 31, 12-1 p.m.
MAGIC BIRDS
Scott Bruce and Ben Ezell deliver stripped-down Americana, mixing country, folk, bluegrass, rock, and heartfelt soul.
Wednesday, June 7, 12-1 p.m.
D.L. YANCEY
Singer-songwriter D.L. Yancey II, originally from Hampton Roads, VA, now in Chattanooga, TN, transforms hip-hop into acoustic soul on his upcoming guitar project.
Wednesday, June 14, 12-1 p.m.
SIDE AFFECT
Side Affect brings their dreamy indie pop sound to the Noontunes stage.
Wednesday, June 21, 12-1 p.m.
BOOKER T. SCRUGGS ENSEMBLE
Led by community leader Booker T. Scruggs II, this storied local jazz ensemble captivates audiences.
Wednesday, June 28, 12-1 p.m.
BUTCH ROSS
Butch Ross redefines the mountain dulcimer with technical wizardry, inventive arrangements, and rock 'n' roll energy—leaving audiences stunned by what this folk instrument can do.
Wednesday, July 5, 12-1 p.m.
MELYN THOMPSON
Aspiring singer-songwriter MeLyn Thompson loves all music, specializing in gospel, R&B, soul, neo-soul, classical, country, and hip-hop.
Wednesday, July 12, 12-1 p.m.
CANEY CREEK COMPANY
Bluegrass instrumentation meets evolving folk and indie rock, rooted in Americana storytelling traditions.
Wednesday, July 19, 12-1 p.m.
SEAUX CHILL
R&B musician, producer, and poet Seaux Chill delivers soulful performances.
Wednesday, July 26, 12-1 p.m.
