2012 Strathmore Free Concert Schedule
Wednesday, June 20, 2012CAKE FOR DINNER - FEATURING MEMBERS OF SCYTHIAN - The family quintet introduces young musicians to the basics of music—melody, harmony, and rhythm—through a sampling of global folk music from Italy, Ukraine, Ireland, Argentina and North American French Canadian tunes and bluegrass from Appalachia. The concert will expose listeners to a feast of musical styles with interactive campfire songs and rounds.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
STEPHANE WREMBEL - French-born guitarist/composer Stephane Wrembel has been called “a revelation” by Rolling Stone. Woody Allen recruited him to score the theme for last year’s smash film Midnight in Paris. And he performed his catchy, original “Bistro Fada” live during the 2012 Academy Awards. Known as a stylist in the mode of iconic French guitarist Django Reinhardt, Wrembel embraces new terrain on his latest album, Origins, released May 2012, touching upon influences from blues to flamenco to rock in a panoply of textures and colors, moods and emotions.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
INCWELL - D.C. born and raised Incwell blends the influences and showmanship of noted predecessors such as Marvin Gaye, Al Green and Jimi Hendrix in crafting his R&B and rap songs. His intricate lyrical narratives are informed by a gritty urban upbringing and delivered with the showmanship of Andre 3000. The 25-year-old emcee will unveil new songs in his voluminous repertoire backed by a full band—adding to his expansive library of more than 800 songs.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
ELIJAH BALBED QUINTET - A son of D.C., modern saxophonist Elijah Balbed continues the District’s rich jazz history by pairing traditional sax technique with an adventurous drive to expand the repertoire in new directions. At Strathmore, he’ll pay homage to fellow jazz innovator trumpeter Freddie Hubbard. Named Washington City Paper’s Best New Jazz Musician, the 22 year old has shared the stage with notables including George Duke, Mya, Chuck Brown and Bennie Maupin.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
LYNDSEY HIGHLANDER - Her unbridled passion for country music drove Lyndsey Highlander to the country music capital of Nashville. This summer, she’ll bring her spunk, vitality and youthful exuberance as a country/pop solo artist and frontwoman of The Band Perry to the nation’s capital for the Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
THE BACHATA LEGENDS: JOAN SORIANO - Originating in the Dominican Republic, the sounds of bachata music and its signature dance has become an iconic art and addictive export of the island nation. Joan Soriano and his six-member band, also featuring his siblings Fernando and Griselda, plays steel string bachata with equal parts romance and grit. The Afro-infused rhythms will have the outdoor audience on its feet.
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
MARTI BROM - The brassy Marti Brom has fashioned her homage to American rockabilly by mashing up the influences of Patsy Cline with the rough edge of Blondie and Chrissie Hynde, absolutely inhabiting the genre, from her vocal style to her rebellious attitude and her iconic 1950s look.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
UKEFEST 2012 - The tiny ukulele is packing big pop culture punch and experiencing a huge revival—this summer, Strathmore is taking audiences back to where the quirky uke got its start with a Hawaiian luau-themed blowout on the lawn. Grammy winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer are leading the charge of local uke aficionados and a cadre of Hawaiian strummers, such as the Hula Honeys and the Beamers, making rare East Coast appearances. 2012 also features the new UkeCamp for beginners and experts to hone their skills.
Dining at Strathmore
BBQ ribs, pulled pork, veggie burgers, hot dogs, side dishes, desserts, soda, water and beer and wine are available for purchase from the BBQ Shack (operated by Restaurant Associates) at the Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series starting at 5:30 p.m.Parking
All patrons are encouraged to take Metro to the Grosvenor-Strathmore station on the Red Line. For free outdoor concerts, all patrons must park at the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro garage and along Tuckerman Lane. A SmarTrip card is required to exit the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro garage. Cards can be purchased within the Metro station. Accessible parking is available on-site on a space available basis.Read more about Strathmore Music Center
