We enjoyed listening to Duke Ellington Jazz on Friday night at St. Mary's College of Maryland on the Townhouse Green, 7 PM. There was a fun preconcert by some of the talented musical students from SMCM. It was two jazz groups for the (free) price of one! Jeffrey Silberschlag, music director was sharing his usual humor with the crowd, although I think he reserves some for the musicians. We heard some well known toe tapping pieces like "Take the "A" Train", "Prelude to a Kiss" and "It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)".
Next Friday, July 5th, 7 pm should be wonderful with John Williams music, "1812 Overture" and fireworks if the weather and such permit it. (Always subject to change) Check for any updates at the SMCM.edu website. You might want to be there early, since it is usually a crowd pleaser. Free concert, donations accepted.
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