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Summer 2010 All concerts are Tuesday and start at 7:00 p.m. on the gazebo on the scenic and historic Naugatuck Green located between Meadow St. (Rt. 63) and Church St. |
| Please remember to bring non-perishable food items to benefit the Food Bank. The truck will be located right next to the Gazebo. Thank You. |
Rain dates and locations vary. Please check each individual event for full info. Directions to Naugatuck Green Directions to City Hill Middle School |
| Click Here for Photos | Groups interested in performing during 2011 click here. |
Since 1986 the Naugatuck Arts Commission has sponsored free concerts on the town green. This series has always prided itself in its ability to deliver top notch musical entertainment for the entire family. The concert site, nestled in a turn-of-the-century architectural environment which features three historic structures designed by the internationally renowned firm of McKim, Mead and White, is an ideal place to spend a lazy summer evening. Early arrivals are encouraged to bring picnic baskets and blankets. However, in accordance with town ordinances, alcoholic beverages are not permitted. All of these Concerts are absolutely free to the public.
These concerts serve not only to bring wholesome family entertainment to downtown but as a means to help support the Naugatuck Ecumenical Food Bank and the Caesar Ruggeri Arts Scholarship Fund which we award to deserving Naugatuck High School students each spring. We ask that you bring a non-perishable food item to the concerts and we hope to count on your continued support when we pass the bucket to collect for our scholarship.
Come, and take in the charm of Naugatuck The series features a line up of wonderfully diverse musical acts that are sure to please one and all.
Summer 2010
June 29 - Marty Q.: Smooth Jazz / R&B / Rock n'Roll
RAIN: Thursday, July 1 on the green.A Must See playing music old and new, from Sinatra to Santana; to 70's, 80's Funk, Motown & Rock & Roll (Groups like Bon Jovi U2 & Beatles) Visit their website HERE
July 6 - Hot Cat Jazz: 1920's - 2000's
RAIN: Same Night, City Hill Middle SchoolSwing Standards of George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Duke Ellington such as Take The A Train, All Of Me and Satin Doll; Big Band hits of Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey such as Chattanooga Choo Choo, Sentimental Journey and In The Mood; Popular Songs from the 1920’s such as Ain’t She Sweet, Bill Bailey and Bye Bye Blackbird; New Orleans and Dixieland favorites such as Muskrat Ramble, When The Saints Go Marching In and Tiger Rag.
The Hot Cat Jazz Band also performs numerous Classic Rock songs which are perfect for dancing and listening from the 1950-2000’s of James Taylor, Billy Joel, Jimmy Buffet, Elvis Presley, James Brown, Clint Black, Rascal Flatts, Bob Marley, Simon and Garfunkel, Van Morrison and the Beatles such as Another Saturday Night, Margaritaville, Brown Eyed Girl, Here Comes The Sun, How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You, Mustang Sally, Blue Suede Shoes, A Hard Days Night, Wonderful Tonight, Bad Case Of Loving You, Celebration, I Feel Good, Hot Hot Hot and In The Midnight Hour. Visit their website HERE.
July 8 - Naugatuck Community Band: Patriotic & Pops!
SPECIAL SHOW!! on the green.This year's Pops Goes the Summer program promises to be a well rounded festival of toe tapping musical selections. The Naugatuck Community Band will play a program of Patriotic and Popular music. As always the band will play music made famous on Broadway, and a host of patriotic songs and marches. More Community Band Info!
July 13 - Mac Talla Mo'r: Celtic - Fusion!!
RAIN: Same Night, City Hill Middle SchoolMac-Talla Mor, Gaelic for ‘Great Echo’, is an exciting Celtic Fusion Band featuring the Great Highland Bagpipes in a dynamic mix of Celtic Rock, Blues and Jazz. They have been featured performers at the annual ‘Pipes in The Valley’ Celtic music series at Riverfront Plaza, Hartford and at the Newport Waterfront Festival in Rhode Island. Traveling throughout the East Coast, Mac-Talla Mor is sought after by many Celtic organizations looking to add some spice to their Celtic-themed festival. With music simultaneously youthful and ancient, there is magic in that voice. Visit their website HERE .
July 20 - Last Fair Deal: New American Roots Music
RAIN: Thursday, July 22 on the greenLast Fair Deal redraws the map of American roots music with fluid energy and creativity. Their new CD, True Tales, serves up twelve original and three re-grooved, traditional tunes. LFD's live performances, with stellar vocals and unique acoustic synergy, will captivate any audience. Last Fair Deal has an eclectic repertoire drawing on old-time string-band, bluegrass, swing, and popular music. The band's live performances feature originals from True Tales and their previous three albums. They also put their own spin on John Hartford, Hank Williams, Dan Hicks, Lennon/McCartney, John Hiatt, Nat King Cole, and Bob Dylan. Visit Last Fair Deal HERE
July 27 - Dick Walonis Big Band Sound: Standards, Jazz, Swing!
RAIN: Thursday, July 29 on the green.Always a local favorite! Come down to the green and enjoy an authentic 16-piece Big Band!
August 3 - Aces & Eights: Classic Country - Rock
RAIN: Thursday, August 5 on the green.You loved this band last year! Aces & Eights delivers the best in Contemporary and Classic Country Music and Classic Rock & Roll! Visit their website HERE
August 10 - Rubber City Blues Band: Classic Horn Band, Rock & Blues
RAIN: Thursday, August 12 on the green.The band, which draws its name from the rich heritage of Naugatuck, Connecticut's once thriving Rubber industry is made up of residents from all over the region. At 12 members strong, RCBB provides an entertaining and powerful mix of pop, jazz, and rhythm & blues. With a dynamic blend of vocalists and a 6 member horn soection the band has loudly and clearly made it's presence known on the local music scene. More RCBB Info!
August 17 - Kerry Boys: Sounds of Ireland!
RAIN: Same Night, City Hill Middle SchoolThe Kerry Boys are Mark James, originally from the County Kerry Ireland now a Cheshire, CT resident, and Pierce Campbell from Prospect, CT who is also the Connecticut State Troubadour for 2007 & 2008. These two dynamic and popular Connecticut Irish balladeers have been performing together for over 15 years, dazzling fans of all ages from Maine to New York. Their humorous, high-energy show will have you clapping and singing along in no time, engaging you from start to finish with their wide collection of traditional and original songs. Its St. Patrick's Day on the Green. Visit their website HERE .
August 24 - Crosseyed Cat: Guitar Blues and Rock
RAIN: Thursday August 26 on the green.This band has captivated audiences all over the new england area by their style and signature sound. They have taken the blues to a new level that has fans, the press, and other musicians taking notice and singing praises. Visit their website HERE
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Naugatuck Arts Commission
229 Church Street
Naugatuck, CT 06770
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