Meet Jewel Ward, a singer-songwriter who loves soulful roots Americana music.

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Upcoming Events

  • Jewel Ward singing with Chris Eselgroth on guitar at the Fonta Flora open mic on 5 March 2026.

    Fonta Flora Brewery Open Mic Night

    Catch Jewel Ward live at Fonta Flora Brewery’s Open Mic Night in Morganton, NC, on Thursday, 2 April 2026 at TBD.

    Join us for music, local talent, and great drinks! The full Open Mic is from 7-10:00 PM.

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  • Morganton Play Music on the Porch Day 2026

    Hootenanny – Play Music on the Porch Day 2026

    Returning for a 4th year on 29 August 2026!

    Join us for live music, comedy, poetry, and community storytelling in a laid-back, porch-style setting. Enjoy musical performances spanning Americana, rock, gospel, and more.

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Featured Performance

Fade Into You — Mazzy Star (Cover)

Recorded live at the Fonta Flora open mic in Morganton, North Carolina, this performance features Jewel Ward on vocals with Chris Eselgroth on guitar. Together they offer a gentle, intimate interpretation of Mazzy Star’s Fade Into You, letting the song’s quiet longing and atmospheric melody unfold in a simple acoustic setting.

Captured during Ward’s eleventh appearance at the Fonta Flora open mic, the performance reflects the welcoming spirit of Morganton’s local music community and the creative collaborations that often emerge there.

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