6:00pm - The Music of James Reese Europe and The Harlem Hell Fighters (sale period expired)
5:00pm - Motown Magic (sold out)
5:00pm - John Coltrane’s Temptations (sold out)
Saturday Night Jazz concerts will take place outdoors, weather permitting. In the event of a heat advisory or rain, the event will be moved indoors.
OUTDOOR CONCERTS:
If a concert is moved indoors, seating will be provided by the Museum. Food and drink are not permitted in the galleries.
July 11 | Motown Magic
Relive the unforgettable energy, glamour, and harmonies of Motown’s legendary leading ladies. Featuring Sherry Butler and Kim Payton, this joyful celebration brings beloved classics to life through powerful vocals, timeless melodies, and the irresistible spirit of song and dance.
July 18 | John Coltrane’s Temptations
What if jazz legend John Coltrane interpreted the music of The Temptations? Experience a powerful musical fusion as The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble reimagines Motown favorites through the bold, expressive lens of one of jazz’s most dynamic innovators. Featuring classics like “Get Ready,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” and more.
July 25 | Could You be Loved? - The Music of Bob Marley
Celebrate the music, message, and revolutionary spirit of Bob Marley, whose songs of freedom, unity, and resilience continue to inspire generations around the world. Guitarist Herb Smith brings Marley’s timeless sound to life with classics like “Get Up Stand Up,” “Redemption Song,” “Buffalo Soldier,” and more.
August 1 | James Brown: The Godfather of Soul
Feel the energy and electrifying showmanship of James Brown, the legendary performer who transformed American music forever. Vocalist BLAQMEL delivers crowd favorites like “Please, Please, Please,” “I Got the Feelin’,” and “I Feel Good,” in a celebration guaranteed to get everyone “On the Good Foot.”
August 8 | Songs and Poems of Gil Scott-Heron
Honor the poetic brilliance and social consciousness of Gil Scott-Heron, one of America’s most influential musical storytellers. The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble and vocalist Elijah Pringle explore the rhythm, power, and urgency behind classics like “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” “Home Is Where the Hatred Is,” “Pieces of a Man,” and more.