HILLCREST CONCERT BAND Sunday, June 13, 2010. Evans Amphitheater, 4pm. FREE (no tickets needed). [buy tickets]
The music of American composer Aaron Copland will be featured including 'Fanfare for the Common Man,' 'Hoe Down' from 'Rodeo,' and 'Celebration.' Program highlights include George Gershwin's 'American in Paris'; the premiere of a new march, 'Flying Aces,' by Akron composer Stephen Griebling; a trumpet solo by David Morse; Leroy Anderson's 'Clarinet Candy'; and the stirring 'American Salute' by Morton Gould rounds out the program. The Hillcrest Concert Band was founded 55 years ago by Frank D. Miller, who passed away in January at the age of 97. In tribute, the band will also play his composition, 'The Fire House Polka.'
Concert reading of FAMOUS SON Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Alma Theater, 7pm. Free (no ticket needed). [buy tickets]
The Fourth of July is a lonely day when you've lost the presidency, your father, and your son. FAMOUS SON John Quincy Adams is torn between the spirits of the country. Should he defend his family's place in history or take another path? His famous family comes to life with an unexpected challenge for him. But if his father and Jefferson in their prime couldn't win this battle, how can he? And with slavery tearing the nation apart, will he be too late? Featuring Patty Lohr, Benjamin Czarnota, Nick Koesters, Bob Russell and John Paul Boukis from the cast of SWEENEY TODD; Jodi Brinkman and Jared Leal. Book and lyrics by John Paul Boukis. Music by John Paul Boukis and Terry Waltz. Directed by Paul Gurgol. Music direction by Terry Waltz. Talk-back following reading.
Workmen's Circle Yiddish Concert—THE NEW VOICES OF THE YIDDISH STAGE Sunday, June 27, 2010. Evans Amphitheater, 3pm. FREE (no tickets needed). [buy tickets]
The New Voices of the Yiddish Stage, presented by The National Yiddish Theatre–Folksbiene, features new Yiddish music and new interpretations of the classics. Dmitri 'Zisl Yeysef' Slepovitch, Miryem-Khaye Seigel, Richard Kass and Matt Temkin are lively, energetic performers in their 20s and 30s, who learned Yiddish as adults. They are part of the new wave of artists and scholars looking to reconnect with their Eastern European roots. They have dedicated themselves to continuing the traditions of Ashkenazi Jewish music infused with the contemporary influences of pop, rock and rap. Joining them will be Sarah Gordon (Adrienne Cooper's daughter) and Michael Winograd from the band Yiddish Princess, who perform pop and hard rock in Yiddish. In memory of Eugenia and Henry Green. NORTHCOAST JAZZ COLLECTIVE Sun, July 25, 2010. Alma Theater, 2pm. FREE (no ticket needed). [buy tickets]
Voted Best Jazz group by readers of The Free Times in 2008 and by Scene Magazine readers in 2009, Northcoast Jazz Collective plays straight-up modern jazz that's creative, emotional and accessible. And it swings! Most of NJC's repertoire is comprised of original compositions with some arrangements of modern jazz standards. Personnel include band leader Mark Grey on drums, John Gallo on acoustic bass, Dan Maier on piano and Dave Frank on flute, tenor and soprano sax.
INLET DANCE THEATRE KIDS MATINEE 1-2pm, Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Family friendly evening performance 8pm, Thursday, July 29, 2010. Evans Amphitheater. FREE (no ticket needed). [buy tickets]
The annual Cain Park performance features students from Inlet's Summer Dance Intensive as well as selections from the company's repertory. Led by artistic director Bill Wade, Inlet's powerful choreography is acclaimed for being both accessible and inspirational. Highlights of the performances will include premieres of new works created by company members.
THE SINGING ANGELS Sunday, August 1, 2010. Evans Amphitheater, 4pm. FREE (no ticket needed). [buy tickets]
For more than 40 years, Cleveland's Youth Ambassadors have toured the world, visiting more than 30 countries. Command performances have included five trips to the White House, the Great Hall of the People of China, and three performances at the Vatican. Founded in 1964, The Singing Angels is dedicated to youth development through the highest level of artistic achievement in the performing arts. Members hail from over 74 communities in 10 counties across northeast Ohio. Over 300 children, ages 6 to 18, participate in this educationally and culturally enriching program each year.
J. BLUES Sunday, August 8, 2010. Alma Theater, 2pm. FREE (no ticket needed). [buy tickets]
Blues so good, it will leave the taste of whiskey in your mouth! J. Blues has molded his own style from the greats — B.B. King, Elmore James, Hound Dog Taylor, Taj Mahal, Lightnin' Hopkins and Ry Cooder — taking the classic Chicago Blues sound to the next level.
NORTHCOAST JAZZ COLLECTIVE
INLET DANCE THEATRE
THE SINGING ANGELS
J. BLUES