43rd Annual Free Yiddish Concert in the Park
Hosted by Workmen’s Circle Performing Artists (in performance order): George Foley (Pianist) Schmaltz Klezmer (Funk) Elizabeth Schwartz and Yale Strom
Juneteenth Culture Fest: Rooted in Freedom
Cain Park’s Juneteenth Culture Fest: Rooted in Freedom. An annual commemoration and celebration of emancipation and Black history in America. Performances, food trucks, vendors, exhibits, workshops, and more are being held June 14th throughout Cain Park. Tickets for 8:00 PM concert available for purchase here.
Local 4 Series: Blue Water String Quartet
The BlueWater String Quartet features string players from NE Ohio’s premier chamberorchestra, BlueWater Chamber Orchestra. Violinists Andrea Belding and Nancy Patterson,violist Josh Muzzi and cellist Kent Collier will perform works by Haydn, Piazzolla and Beethovenat their concert on June 24th.
Local 4 Series: Becky Boyd and the Groove Train
Presented with the Cleveland Federation of Musicians’ Local 4 Becky Boyd has been playing the Cleveland club scene for over 40 years. Becky has opened for such noted artists as The Outlaws, Brownsville Station, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Fairport Convention, Buddy Miles, Robert Lockwood Jr., Billy Branch, Chad & Jeremy, Marshall Tucker, and did […]
Local 4 Series: Brute Squad
Presented with the Cleveland Federation of Musicians’ Local 4 Cleveland’s high energy pop rock, cover band.Your favorite songs with a high energy twist!
Local 4 Series: Cleveland Brassworks
Presented with the Cleveland Federation of Musicians’ Local 4 The classical brass quintet that doesn’t play classical music.Hear us play jazz, rock, funk, and Latin with a Brass flavor.Members:Joe Miller, TrumpetGreg Fitch, TrumpetMeredith Evans, French HornBrad Kepperley, TromboneScott Hindulak, TubaGeorge Judy, Drums Clevelandbrassworks.com
Local 4 Series: MOXIE
Presented with the Cleveland Federation of Musicians’ Local 4: MOXIE MOXIE is a seasoned 5-piece classic rock band from Northeast, Ohio, covering some of the best rock songs from the late 60’s to the 80’s.
The Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers stand alone in the history of American music as a band with an unparalleled impact on the likes of the Beatles and Ice Cube. With a chart-topping presence spanning eight consecutive decades, from the ’50s to the present day, they have etched their place as one of the most influential groups in the history of popular music. Originating as a teenage gospel quartet in the mid-’50s, formed by the eldest Isley Brothers— O’Kelly, Rudolph, Ronald, and Vernon—their musical journey took a tragic turn when Vernon, aged 13, met an untimely end while riding his bike. Undeterred, the remaining three brothers, spurred by their parents, relocated to New York City in 1957 to embark on a rock ‘n’ roll career. The inaugural fruit of their collaboration was the iconic “Shout!”—a massive hit with enduring popularity, featured on the Animal House soundtrack and likely playing at events worldwide. From their debut single and album in 1959, the Isley Brothers continually redefined their music and its genre, dominating the black music charts like no other. With notable figures such as Jimi Hendrix and Elton John joining their ranks as backing musicians, the Isley Brothers crafted a legendary discography. Their journey included early rock ‘n’ roll success, a stint with Motown Records, and a prolific independent phase with T-Neck Records, reshaping R&B along the way. Their repertoire encompasses diverse works, from the underrated Givin’ It Back to soul-funk masterpieces like 3+3 and Go For Your Guns, and even ventures into glitter rock with Brother, Brother, Brother. They embraced disco with Winner Takes All and later produced one of the finest quiet storm albums, Between The Sheets. Transitioning to the ’90s with baby-making jams, a triumphant 2001 comeback (Eternal), and the 2006 release Baby Makin’ Music, the Isley Brothers prove there’s an album for every mood. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 alongside former guitarist Jimi Hendrix, the group achieved Songwriter’s Hall of Fame induction in 2022 and received a GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. Boasting millions of records sold, sixteen Top 40 albums, and sold-out arenas worldwide, their impact is indelible. In 2022, their latest studio album, Make Me Say It Again Girl, garnered critical and commercial success, featuring collaborations with Beyoncé, Earth Wind & Fire, El DeBarge, and Snoop Dogg. Undeniably, the mighty Isley Brothers continue to captivate audiences, proving that more than 60 years after teaching us how to “Shout,” they remain eternal living legends in the realm of music.
Jason Patrick Meyers
Jason Patrick Meyers has been a fixture in the Cleveland, Ohio music scene for 29 years. A winner of the 2020 Cleveland Scene Magazine Award for Best Singer/Songwriter and a nominee for the 2023 Cleveland Scene Best Male Vocalist and Best Singer/Songwriter, he has built a reputation for his soulful vocals and relaxed acoustic sound. […]
Yiddishe Cup
Free Father’s Day concert The Yiddishe Cup Klezmer Band plays a free concert 7 pm Sunday, June 15 (Father’s Day) at the Alma Theater, Cain Park, Cleveland Heights. Yiddishe Cup was founded in 1988 by clarinetist Bert Stratton of Cleveland Heights. The group has played throughout the United States and Canada. The band […]