North Hempstead’s free 2014 Summer Concert Series will be held Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. at Clark Botanic Garden.
On July 15, the first concert will feature the “Paul Joseph Quartet.” The quartet is known for their unique and innovative jazz arrangements of classical music. The seasoned group showcased their one-of-a-kind arrangements with their performance of “Mozart Meets Jazz,” with the New York’s Nova Philharmonic
“Folk Night in the Garden” is July 22, with David Sear performing in concert followed by “Gathering Time.” Sear has been an active member of the American Folk Music scene since the 1940’s, and has taught courses in folk music at Hofstra University. “Gathering Time” is a folk-rock trio with beautiful harmonies and up-tempo songs that will have the whole family dancing.
On July 29, audience members will be treated to the Five Towns College Concert Pops with Dean Karahalis. This professional concert band and orchestra features an ensemble of musicians, many of whom perform on Broadway and with the Metropolitan Opera. Following their performance will be a screening of the Academy-Award winning film “Million Dollar Baby,” featuring Clint Eastwood and Hillary Swank.
On August 5, Plaza Productions presents the classic musical “Beauty and the Beast.” Plaza Productions is one of Long Island’s best-known- touring theatre companies.
Clark Botanic Garden is a 12 acre living museum and educational facility located at 193 I.U. Willets Road in Albertson.
Please call 311 and visit www.northhempsteadny.gov for more information and the full schedule of summer events and festivals.
