Building American Pop

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Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm

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Nichols Concert Hall | Evanston, IL

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Program by Joe Labozetta and Music Direction by Benjamin Rivera
Step into a musical time capsule as we revisit the Brill Building era of the 1950s and ’60s with Chicago a cappella and WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer. These catchy, heartfelt songs capture the joy of everyday life and still strike a chord today.
Format: Full-length concert program (110 mins including an intermission) recommended for ages 10+
Saturday, April 25, 2026
7:30 PM
NICHOLS CONCERT HALL
1490 Chicago Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
The music includes great hits from the Brill Building in New York City, including familiar favorites like “Stand by Me,” “On Broadway,” “Hound Dog,” and many others.The full program list is available at chicagoacappella.org!
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