Carlsbad : TGIF Jazz in the Parks Concert Series 2009
May 16th, 2009
Free Outdoor Jazz Concerts in Carlsbad : Fridays June 19 to August 21, 2009
Carlsbad’s TGIF Jazz in the Parks returns for its 24th year of free, family-friendly outdoor concerts during the months of June, July and August 2009.
Since 1986, the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office has been presenting free concerts of jazz in the city’s parks during the summer. In 1986, there were four concerts, with about 150 people at each concert. During the 20th anniversary concert series in 2005, audiences were numbering close to 4,000 for each concert.
The highly popular concerts, known for exceptional performances and great family fun, are an integral part of community life in Carlsbad. Concert-goers are encouraged to pack a picnic, a few low-back chairs and some fine wine and come out to celebrate summer with wonderful jazz in the open air. Dancing is encouraged and kids of all ages are welcome.
Note: Pets, personal barbeques, bikes, skateboards, skates and roller blades are not permitted in the parks during the concerts. Also, the City of Carlsbad recommends concert-goers wear long-sleeve shirts, long pants, and insect repellent with DEET as a precaution against mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus.
The concerts will take place at various outdoor parks in Carlsbad on ten consecutive Friday evenings beginning on Friday, June 19, 2009 and continuing through to Friday, August 21, 2009. This year’s concert lineup continues its mix of popular local performers and acclaimed touring bands from outside the region, covering a wide range of jazz and blues styles. All concerts begin at 6:00 pm and end at 8:00 pm. Admission to each concert is free.
The 2009 TGIF Jazz in the Parks Concert Series schedule is as follows:
Stagecoach Park – 3420 Camino de los Coches:
- June 19, 2009 – Canned Heat – Boogie Blues
- June 26, 2009 – Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas – Zydeco
- July 3, 2009 – Big Time Operator – Big Band Swing
- July 10, 2009 – Bill Magee Blues Band – Southern Blues
Poinsettia Park – 6600 Hidden Valley Road:
- July 17, 2009 – Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca – Afro-Cuban
- July 24, 2009 – Lowrider Band - Latin/Funk
- July 31, 2009 – Roddie Romero & The Hub City All-Stars – Cajun/Zydeco
Calavera Hills Park – 2997 Glasgow Drive:
- August 7, 2009 – The Screamin’ Primas – Jump Jive Swing
- August 14, 2009 – Tinsley Ellis – Electric Blues
- August 21, 2009 – Coco Montoya – Rockin’ Blues
For Band Bios, directions and other information about the TGIF Jazz in the Parks Concert Series, visit the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office website.
See you there!
Editor’s Note: While the concerts start at 6:00 pm, it is a good idea to arrive early, as finding parking can be tricky. Get the scoop on parking and free shuttles: Parking at the 2009 TGIF Jazz in the Parks Concert Series
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