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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has announced a nine-show lineup for the Tuesday Evening Music Club with a diverse two-month program of live bands ranging from jazz to indie, rock to folk.
Taking place on the Gardens’ 1,900-seat amphitheater stage, the Tuesday concerts are free to Meijer Gardens members and include admission throughout July and August.
The line-up and show dates/times are as follows:
Hannah Rose and the GravesTones, with Rachel Curtis; July 3 at 7 p.m. Hannah Rose and the GravesTones offers a combination of funk, blues, country, jazz, and rock & roll, led by a songstress with a voice all her own. Rachel Curtis, a vocalist and 2018 American Idol contestant, will be backed by her band.
The Kathy Lamar and Robin Connell Band, and Soul Syndicate; July 10 at 7 p.m. The Kathy Lamar and Robin Connell Band will feature Kathy singing and Robin on the keys, with a blend of R&B, soul and pop and a tinge of jazz. Soul Syndicate is a cadre of the region’s most talented musicians, doing more than justice to the likes of Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations and more.
The Eric Engblade Quartet, with Wire in the Wood; July 17 at 7 p.m. The Eric Engblade Quartet, led by award winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Eric Engbland, has been called “folk rock with teeth.” Wire in the Wood is an eclectic selection of traditional and modern covers in the style of prog-bluegrass.
Valley Girl, with The Hacky Turtles; July 24 at 7 p.m. Valley Girl offers upbeat, indie-pop with reminiscences of 1980s’ synth. The Hacky Turtles offer a unique alternative rock with forays into folk and funk.
Lipstick Jodi, with Hollywood Makeout; July 31 at 7 p.m. Lipstick Jodi is an indie, alt-pop trio with a slight punk edge. Hollywood Makeout is an energetic punch of alternative rock, pop, garage and surf.
Nessa, with The Moxie Strings; August 7 at 7 p.m. Nessa offer a combination of classical, jazz, and Celtic influences, led by flutist and vocalist Kelly McDermott. The Moxie Strings offer a foot-stomping, rock-influenced, progressive spin on traditional Celtic and Americana classics and originals.
Franklin Park, with a Six Pak; August 14 at 7 p.m. Franklin Park, which reunited in 2010, are former classmates from 1969 and perform spot-on renditions of The Beatles, The Birds, The Rascals and more. Six Pak is a legendary all girl band, originally formed in 1967, performing the grooviest hits from that era.
Watching for Foxes, with Desmond Jones; August 21 at 7 p.m. Watching for Foxes is an Indie-folk rock driven by powerful, haunting vocals. Desmond Jones is a fusion of funk, rock and jazz, centered around melodic guitar riffs.
And the annual finale, will be Ralston & Friends; August 28 at 7 p.m. Local legend Ralston Bowles shares the stage with friends and collaborators from the community and beyond. A perfect end to a summer of musical fun.
Concertgoers are welcome to bring a blanket or beach-style chair to sit on. All concerts take place rain or shine (weather delays possible). A selection of sandwiches, snacks, water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available at the concessions counter. All beverages purchased onsite must be consumed inside the amphitheater gates.
Concertgoers are also welcomed to bring their own food, bottled water and non-alcoholic beverages. No glass containers are allowed. All beverages must be in their original sealed containers; any liquids in unsealed containers must be discarded at the gate before entering.
The amphitheater is currently being expanded and upgraded. The work is taking place over two years. Work on phase one will conclude for the presentation of the 2018 season and then resume to be fully ready for the 2019 season.
For more information visit meijergardens.org .
