2010 Spring Concert Schedule
Sunday May 30
This dynamic performance of traditional West African drumming and explosive dances that look more like acrobatics create an energy level that is out of this world!
Tuesday July 6
Kids will have an exciting morning featuring the best and brightest of Memphis youth!
Sunday June 13
Memphis music legend Sid Selvidge returns with richly intense musical and lyrical treasures. Performing with New York-based singer songwriter Amy Speace, together they forge new musical terrain in an exciting show that unites two deeply talented songwriters.
Saturday May 22
From the famous "Baby Loves" series, this show will have all the kids salsa dancing!
Friday June 18
Known as the original "Soul Queen of New Orleans" Harris mixes blues and soul, and is backed by the funk sounds of The Believers.
Friday June 11
Every note and delicious groove laid down by Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears will leave you with no doubt that the hib bone is connected to the heart!
Tuesday July 13
Kids will have a blast with the pop stylings of Brittany Russell, pop duo Nichole Samoine and dynamite sister duo Lila Young!
Sunday June 20
Legendary guitar master Calvin Newborn, brother of jazz piano great Phineas Newborn, Jr., returns to Memphis for this exciting "homecoming" show. Calvin brings home his impeccable blues and R&B groove that has blazed trails through the history of Memphis music.s
Saturday June 12
Known as one of the best live acts in the "alternative rock" world with their mix of upbeat pop-style musings and melodic harmonies, Cowboy Junkies are a popular favorite with crowds from around the world.
Saturday July 24
Emmy Award winner David Chicken shows the whole family a high energy, jump-out-of-your-seat good time with a super-hero chihuahua!
Tuesday July 6
Kids will have an exciting morning featuring The Dooknobs!
Saturday June 19
Emmy Award winner Farmer Jason brings back his toe-tappin' tunes for a high energy hootenanny.
Saturday May 29
International phenomenon Gustafer Yellowgold is a huge crossover hit with audiences of all ages. Delightful songs set to animations in a show the New York Times calls "a cross between 'Yellow Submarine' and Dr. Seuss."
Friday June 4
Austin's favorite country-rock crooner, Hayes Carll delivers songs born of baptism-by-fire experience, world weary observations and sharp wit in the tradition of Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark.
Saturday June 5
These 3 young siblings will mesmerize all ages and have you dancing the day away! At just 17, 15 and 11 years old, they've performed with B.B. King and have been nominated for Blues Music Awards.
Tuesday July 6
Kids will have an exciting morning featuring the best and brightest of Memphis youth!
Saturday May 22
Squirrel Nut Zipper Jimbo Mathus rocks the house with his blend of blues, country, gospel and soul.
Sunday May 23
Jose Conde takes his Cuban roots and mixes a range of Afro-Latin styles, from Puerto Rican bomba to Haitian compas to New Orleans swamp-funk, for a nonstop blend of party-stoking grooves.
Saturday June 19
With a soulful voice that reaches deep into your heart, every time Joyce Cobb steps on stage she earns the title Memphis Queen of Jazz.
Tuesday July 20
From rock to soul, kids will have fun with the sweet sounds of these spectacular groups!
Tuesday July 13
Kids will have a blast with the pop stylings of Brittany Russell, pop duo Nichole Samoine and dynamite sister duo Lila Young!
Tuesday July 6
Kids will have an exciting morning featuring the best and brightest of Memphis youth!
Saturday May 29
Meta and the Cornerstones create a new, original reggae sound fused with Afropop, Hip-Hop, Rock and Soul with a mixture of French, English, Wolof, and Fulani vocals.
Saturday July 10
New Ballet Ensemble shakes it up with African roots and urban dance.
Tuesday July 13
Kids will have a blast with the pop stylings of Brittany Russell, pop duo Nichole Samoine and dynamite sister duo Lila Young!
Sunday June 13
Memphis music legend Sid Selvidge returns with richly intense musical and lyrical treasures. Performing with New York-based singer songwriter Amy Speace, together they forge new musical terrain in an exciting show that unites two deeply talented songwriters.
Thursday May 20
Seven piece ensemble blends the sounds of Mardi Gras funk, soft rock and reggae for a party you won't forget!
Tuesday July 20
From rock to soul, kids will have fun with the sweet sounds of these spectacular groups!
Sunday June 6
One of the most engaging, twisted, and prolific songwriters today. Steve Poltz pioneered the punk-folk movement as front man for The Rugburns, and co-wrote Jewel's "You Were Meant for Me", the longest running song on the Billboard Top 100.
Friday May 21
This year's Blues Music Award nominee for Entertainer of the Year, Super Chikan comes to roost at Levitt Shell with a groove that will have the whole place dancing. "Somebody better shoot that thang!"
Thursday May 27
Grammy winner Terrance Simien and his eclectic Zydeco band mix it up with a multicultural Zydeco roots world experience.
Thursday June 10
The Alternate Routes deliver a hybrid vibe of Rock N' Roll grit and ghostly balladry in a sonic experience that leaves the crowd feeling they got more than they bargained for.
Saturday June 12
Crusty, Greenie and Sticky bring rock n' roll to the kids! This award winning group rethinks classic children's music with chord-driven rock reminiscent of The Ramones.
Thursday June 17
Latin shuffles, gritty funk, Basin Streen horns and a second line/mambo flavor all join hands to create world music in the true sense of the term.
Tuesday July 6
Kids will have an exciting morning featuring the best and brightest of Memphis youth!
Tuesday July 20
From rock to soul, kids will have fun with the sweet sounds of these spectacular groups!
Tuesday July 20
From rock to soul, kids will have fun with the sweet sounds of these spectacular groups!
Saturday June 5
Back by overwhelming demand, alt-country favorite Todd Snider returns to Levitt Shell for an epic night of fun!
Thursday June 3
This accoustic "new-grass" quintet mixes traditional American roots and string music with elements of indie rock and beautiful high-lonesome vocal harmonies.
Saturday July 17
Kids can shake, rattle & roll with this exciting folk and blues music of Wild Willy & the Memphis Jam Band!
Friday May 28
Will Hoge breaks new ground with a sound and musicality infused with rugged, pulsating rock and spirited melodies.
Fall 2010 Concerts - Schedule Coming Soon!
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