Eli Winter Trio
Experience an evening of expansive, genre-defying music with the Chicago-based Eli Winter Trio at the Visual Arts Center. This acclaimed ensemble blends folk, jazz, rock, and devotional music into a seamless, captivating sound.
Led by Houston native and self-taught guitarist Eli Winter, the trio features Sam Wagster on pedal steel guitar and Tyler Damon on drums—elite Chicago improvisers known for their interlocking, effortless grace. Winter's latest album, A Trick of the Light (2025), showcases his work at the height of his powers, balancing intense improvisation with delicate melodic beauty.
Event Details:
- Doors open at 7:30 PM; performance begins at 8:30 PM
- Free admission—RSVP recommended
- Located at 2301 San Jacinto Boulevard
Perfect for music lovers seeking an intimate concert experience with musicians who have performed at prestigious festivals like Primavera Sound and Big Ears.
The Venue
The Visual Arts Center (VAC) at The University of Texas at Austin is a vibrant gallery and creative hub dedicated to showcasing contemporary art and fostering artistic innovation. Located within the College of Fine Arts, the VAC features 13,000 square feet of dynamic exhibition space where national and international artists, as well as emerging student talent, present thought-provoking work.
- Mission: The VAC inspires community engagement and critical conversation by offering a platform for experimentation, collaboration, and risk-taking in visual art.
- Exhibitions & Programs: Year-round exhibitions highlight both solo and group shows, often foregrounding underrepresented artists. The center also presents extraordinary thesis exhibitions, student-curated projects, and collaborative installations that invite the public to interact with current artistic ideas.
- Artist Residencies: Each academic year, the VAC hosts two artists-in-residence who create new works, mentor students, and culminate their residencies with unique exhibitions.
- Student Involvement: Undergraduate students actively contribute through the Center Space Project, where they curate and organize exhibitions, encouraging interdisciplinary creativity and leadership.
- Community & Education: The VAC regularly organizes workshops, lectures, guided tours, and events designed to spark inspiration, deepen understanding of contemporary art, and connect diverse audiences.
- Open & Inclusive: Admission is always free, ensuring accessibility for all art enthusiasts, students, and the Austin community to engage with cutting-edge visual culture.
Explore current and upcoming exhibitions and learn more about programs.