The grounds of the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center will be swinging again this summer as the annual Jazz on the Lawn series begins June 3. The series showcases a lineup of Atlanta’s jazz artists with a mix of classic and contemporary jazz, swing, fusion, Latin and blues. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy these special concerts under the stars
Friday, June 3
Callanwolde opens its 2011 series with Atlanta’s favorite saxophone artist Nick Longo. His powerful style, amazing solos and his ensemble of top jazz musicians create a lively, energetic opening night performance.
Friday, June 17
Marsha DuPree, a beautifully skilled jazz vocalist, is known for her sweet soul cabaret and musical review specialties. A lead female singer in the Southeast, she presents a soulful fusion of jazz, swing, blues and gospel styles as she fronts a five-piece jazz ensemble, The Sweet Soul Jazz Masters.
Friday, July 8
Multi-talented singer-songwriter Lindsay Appel blends pop, rock and blues to create a sound that is all her own. A resident of Atlanta, Appel was the Creative Loafing Reader’s Pick for the Best-Local Singer-Songwriter 2008, and she has built an avid fan base around the Atlanta area.
Friday, July 29
Composer and jazz keyboard artist Madoca has performed internationally and headlined many jazz venues in Atlanta. She teams up with The Prince Project to create an expressive, passionate performance – a mix of fusion, funk, Latin and contemporary jazz styles.
Friday, Aug. 12
Vocalist Gwen Hughes swings with a mix of elegant jazz, earthy blues and a little rock ‘n’ roll. Her band, The Retro Jazz Kats, blend all of these influences seamlessly to create a completely memorable evening of music.
Tickets are $15 advance purchase online or $20 at the door at ticketleap.com. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. In case of rain, the concert will be moved to Callanwolde’s indoor courtyard. Parking is free and on-site. For more information visit callanwolde.org.
