11 can't-miss Nashville shows you can't miss this November

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While the local amphitheaters are done with live shows for the winter season, there's still a plethora of live music at indoor venues across Nashville. The month of November offers everything from awards shows and dance backed with live musicians to bluegrass up-and-comers Boy Named Banjo and '90s throwbacks to the Fugees and Blues Traveler.

Here are our top 11 shows that are not to be missed in Nashville this month:

Nov. 8: CMA Awards

It's known as Country Music's Biggest Night and you can be in the house to see live performances from Jelly Roll, Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson to name a few. You also get the added bonus of some humorous banter between hosts Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning and see a few awards handed out to boot. More information at cmaawards.com/tickets/.

Jelly Roll makes a surprise appearance during Brantley Gilbert performance before Nickelback at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.
Jelly Roll makes a surprise appearance during Brantley Gilbert performance before Nickelback at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.

Nov. 8: Derek Hough's 'Symphony of Dance'

If you like to see some movement with your live music, check out professional dancer/choreographer and "Dancing With the Stars" judge Derek Hough as he brings his "Symphony of Dance" tour to Nashville's Opry House. See Hough dance with his new wife Hayley Hough as well as a team of backup dancers bringing a show that Hough says "Is not what you might expect." More information at opry.com.

Professional dancer Derek Hough brings his new tour, "Symphony of Dance" to Nashville's Opry House Nov. 8.
Professional dancer Derek Hough brings his new tour, "Symphony of Dance" to Nashville's Opry House Nov. 8.

Nov. 11: Kim Petras

German-born Grammy winner Kim Petras brings her "Feed the Beast" world tour to Nashville's Municipal Auditorium in support of her new album "Problematique." Best known for her hit "Unholy" with Sam Smith, Petras became the first openly transgender artist to receive a Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Prepare for some high-octane, club-like energy and slammin' vocals. More information at nashvilleauditorium.com/calendar.

AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 27: Kim Petras performs during the Kim Petras: Feed The Beast World Tour Opening Night at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on September 27, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Renee Dominguez/Getty Images for Live Nation)
AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 27: Kim Petras performs during the Kim Petras: Feed The Beast World Tour Opening Night at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on September 27, 2023 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Renee Dominguez/Getty Images for Live Nation)

Nov. 16-17: Stephen Sanchez

Sanchez is single-handedly introducing '50s swagger to the TikTok generation with his gliding vocals, his dapper suits and pompadour hairstyle. Being hailed as a modern-day crooner with hits like "Until I Found You" and "Evangeline," the 20-something Sanchez is set to melt hearts during two shows at the Ryman. More information at ryman.com.

Stephen Sanchez
Stephen Sanchez

Nov. 20: Buddy Guy

Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center is set to hear a whole lot more blues guitar and a little less orchestra as guitar legend Buddy Guy brings his "Damn Right Farewell Tour" to the symphony hall. Although he will not be backed by the Nashville Symphony, he will be joined by Grammy Award-winning producer, songwriter and longtime collaborator Tom Hambridge and Bobby Rush. More information at nashvillesymphony.org.

Feb 5, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Buddy Guy performs “I Just Want To Celebrate” in the opening performance during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY
Feb 5, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Buddy Guy performs “I Just Want To Celebrate” in the opening performance during the 65th Annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY

Nov. 21: Blues Traveler

A key part of the 1990s jam band scene, Blues Traveler will be bringing reimagined classic soul and R&B hits from the group's newest release "Traveler's Soul" along with a few hits of their own from decades past such as "Runaround" and "Hook." Expect some choice harmonica riffs from front man John Popper. Opening act is Vanessa Collier. More information at ryman.com

Blues Traveler is set to play Nashville's Ryman Auditorium in November, 2023.
Blues Traveler is set to play Nashville's Ryman Auditorium in November, 2023.

Nov. 23: Peter Frampton

Frampton will come alive once again Nov. 23 at Nashville's hallowed Ryman Auditorium. Most recently featured on two songs on Dolly Parton's forthcoming "Rockstar" album, Frampton continues to tour, make music and play the hits like the legendary "Do You Feel Like We Do?" and "Baby I Love Your Way." This year marks the 40th anniversary of "Frampton Comes Alive!" which remains one of the top-selling live records of all time. More information at ryman.com.

Peter Frampton is set to play Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Nov. 23, 2023.
Peter Frampton is set to play Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Nov. 23, 2023.

Nov. 24: Boy Named Banjo

Nashville's own Boy Named Banjo will bring its rockin' bluegrass sound to Brooklyn Bowl on the heels of the release of their newest album "Dusk," which according to the band's website, "explores the full sonic and emotional spectrum of the band’s rich, eclectic sound, from late-night, feel-good, fall-in-love party anthems to stripped-down, introspective meditations on loneliness, loss, and letting go." More information at brooklynbowl.com.

Boy named Banjo performs on stage during the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival at the the Park at Harlinsdale Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 in Franklin, Tenn.
Boy named Banjo performs on stage during the Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival at the the Park at Harlinsdale Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 in Franklin, Tenn.

Nov. 24-26: Brett Eldredge

Get ready to feel the Christmas spirit as country crooner Brett Eldredge brings his "Glow Live" holiday tour back to the Ryman for a three-night run. His annual Christmastime tour began as a single show at the Ryman in 2016 after releasing his Christmas album "Glow." He has since released "Mr. Christmas." More information at ryman.com.

Brett Eldredge headlines Summerfest's Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard on Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Brett Eldredge headlines Summerfest's Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Nov. 28: Keith Gattis tribute show

Texas-born Keith Gattis was known equally for his chops as a guitar player, producer and songwriter. Gattis was tragically killed in a tractor accident in April and his legacy will be remembered and celebrated at a tribute show featuring George Strait, Sheryl Crow, Waylon Payne, Jon Pardi, Randy Houser and many more. More information at brooklynbowl.com.

George Strait performs at Nissan Stadium in Nashville , Tenn., Friday, July 28, 2023. He is also scheduled to appear at the Keith Gattis tribute show at Brooklyn Bowl.
George Strait performs at Nissan Stadium in Nashville , Tenn., Friday, July 28, 2023. He is also scheduled to appear at the Keith Gattis tribute show at Brooklyn Bowl.

Nov. 29: Ms. Lauryn Hill & The Fugees

Hill and The Fugees are set to revisit the 25th anniversary of the groundbreaking record, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill." The diamond-certified album that was the first Hip Hop album to receive an Album Of The Year Grammy Award. Additionally, Hill was the first woman to be nominated for 10 Grammy awards in one year and was the first woman to win five Grammys in one night. She has said that the band coming back together feels like unfinished business. She added, "The connections are real and uncanny, and the magic and synergy between us has not been deterred by time." More information at bridgestonearena.com.

Lauryn Hill is scheduled to play Bridgestone Arena with The Fugees on Nov. 29, 2023.
Lauryn Hill is scheduled to play Bridgestone Arena with The Fugees on Nov. 29, 2023.

Melonee Hurt covers music and music business at The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK — Tennessee. Reach Melonee at mhurt@tennessean.com or on X @HurtMelonee.

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