Lunchtime Listening Series, $5 First Wednesday of the Month!

Name: Lunchtime Listening Series, $5 First Wednesday of the Month!
Start: 2024-11-06T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-06T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Southern Area Aquatic and Recreation Complex- SAARC

Schedule

Wed Nov 06 2024 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Southern Area Aquatic and Recreation Complex- SAARC | Brandywine, MD

Looking for a refreshing midday break filled with live music? Join us for the Lunchtime Listening Series, where talented local musicians take the stage every first Wednesday of the month from 11 am - 1 pm at SAARC. Tickets are just $5 per person!
Upcoming Performances:
Wed., Sept. 4: Marcus Mitchell
Renowned saxophonist Marcus Mitchell, known for his performances at the Kennedy Center, Blues Alley Jazz Club, and the Guantanamo Bay Jazz Festival, brings his smooth sounds to our series. He has shared the stage with legends like Marcus Johnson, Chuck Brown, Branford Marsalis, and Janelle Monáe.
Wed., Oct. 2: Avon Dews
Enjoy the funky, cool style of Avon Dews, one of D.C.’s premier jazz harmonicists. Influenced by greats like Lee Oskar, Toots Thielemans, and Stevie Wonder, Avon captivates audiences with his enchanting harmonica performances—a “must-see” event!
Wed., Nov. 6: Carly Harvey
Experience "DC’s Queen of Blues," Carly Harvey, as she brings her unique blend of blues, jazz, soul, and Americana to the stage. A 7-time WAMMIE nominee, Carly draws inspiration from Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, and Nina Simone, weaving her African American and Native American heritage into every performance.
Wed., Dec. 4: D.C.'s Finest (The Doo-Wop Cops)
Join the fun with D.C.’s “a cappella officers,” who’ve gone from walking the beat to keeping the beat. This dynamic group delivers a high-energy tribute to the classic doo-wop music of the '50s and '60s, delighting audiences everywhere they perform.
Wed., Jan. 8: Alison Crockett
Jazz and soul diva Alison Crockett takes the stage with her dynamic blend of Nina Simone’s urgency, Betty Carter’s technique, and Jill Scott’s sass. An award-winning vocalist and educator, Alison offers a performance that educates and inspires singers of all ages.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy fantastic live music during your lunch break!