Sounds of Summer 2012 by Rockford Park District

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Levings Park: live at levings domingo en el parque

815-987-8800 (TTY, 888-871-6171) We welcome the opportunity to assist guests with disabilities. Call for info.

table of contents Sounds of Summer Concert Dates Pat Hayes Memorial Volunteer Information Sinnissippi Music Shell Sinnissippi Music Shell General Info Music in the Park Charlotte’s Web Summer Series Imagination Station Levings Showcase Levings Showcase General Info Live at Levings Domingo en el Parque NCG Tunes on the Terrace

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sounds of summer staff John Beck Sue Howard Curt Johnsen Crystal Smithey Michael Allen Bill Houtkamp Johnny Lammersfeld

Arts and Events Manager Arts and Events Coordinator Production Supervisor Security Supervisor House Technician Sound Technician Stage Technician

board of commissioners Jack L Armstrong • Douglas J Brooks Ian Linnabary • Nate Martin • Tyler Smith Tim Dimke, Executive Director

tell us how we are doing Your feedback is important to us as we strive to provide a premium entertainment experience for our community through the Sounds of Summer free concert series Please complete our online survey at www rockfordparkdistrict org/win, and you will be entered into a drawing at the end of the season for a $50 Rockford Park District gift card Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter and receive information about Rockford Park District news, events, and programs Plus, you will receive a free coupon offer from us every month!

thanks for your support The Rockford Park District thanks the advertisers in this brochure who help us make “Sounds of Summer” available to all We encourage you to patronize these businesses and let them know how much you appreciate their support, too!

gifts in-kind

We wish to thank the following entities for their support of Music in the Park and Imagination Station: • Eisenhower Middle School • Gray’s Foods • Guilford High School

you can help

We depend on grants and private donations for about 25% of our funding Please consider supporting the Sounds of Summer FREE entertainment series with a contribution of any size Your generous support is a gift to the entire community Mail to: Rockford Park District Foundation Webbs Norman Center 401 S Main St Rockford, IL, 61101 online: www rockfordparkdistrict org

This program is partially supported by grants from the Rockford Area Arts Council. and the Illinois Arts Council

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sounds of summer 2012 Sounds of Summer is a free concert and performance series offered by the Rockford Park District each summer at three locations, the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, Levings Park, and Nicholas Conservatory This series is designed to meet the diverse entertainment interests of our community by providing a variety of music genres and entertainment performances The series is comprised of Music in the Park, Charlotte’s Web Summer Concerts and Imagination Station matinees at the Sinnissippi Music Shell, Live at Levings and Domingo en el Parque at Levings Park, and Tunes on the Terrace at Nicholas Conservatory Within this program guide, you will find more information about each series We encourage you to attend as many performances as you are able, and we are confident you will not be disappointed The Sounds of Summer Concert Series is one of the many free and affordable events and programs provided by the Rockford Park District

summer concerts at sinnissippi music shell MuSic in tHE PArk Tues, 6/12 Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps Thurs, 6/14 Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp Tues, 6/19 Big James and the Chicago Playboys Thurs, 6/21 The Flat Cats Tues, 6/26 Spanish Flair for a Summer Night – Rockford Concert Band Thurs, 6/28 Ac-Rock Tues, 7/3 Rockford Concert Band – Patriotic Concert Thurs, 7/5 Fresh Hot Fritters Tues, 7/10 Play the Washington Post March – Rockford Concert Band Thurs, 7/12 Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts Tues, 7/17 Trumpeter’s Holiday – Rockford Concert Band Thurs, 7/19 Decatur Park Singers Tues, 7/24 A Tale of Two Knights – Rockford Concert Band Thurs, 7/26 The New Invaders Tues, 7/31 From Mozart to Whitney Houston – Rockford Concert Band 4

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MuSic in tHE PArk (cOnt.) Thurs, 8/2 Gizzae Tues, 8/7 Summer Festival Orchestra Thurs, 8/9 Emily Hurd Band Tues, 8/14 U S Navy Band Great Lakes Wind Ensemble Thurs, 8/16 Moonlight Jazz Orchestra cHArLOttE’S WEB SuMMEr SEriES Sat, 6/30 Toronzo Cannon Sat, 7/14 Cajun Strangers Sat, 7/28 Corky Siegel iMAginAtiOn StAtiOn Wed, 6/13 Truly Remarkable Loon Wed, 6/20 Jim Gill’s Family Room Tour Wed, 6/27 Sheer Magic Wed, 7/11 Radio Disney Road Crew Wed, 7/18 Little Nashville Wed, 7/25 Great Works Theatre Wed, 8/1 Jason Kollum Wed, 8/8 ScribbleMonster

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summer concerts at levings showcase LiVE At LEVingS Sun, 6/10 Propa Intro Sun, 6/17 Billy Chears Sun, 7/1 Champagne, Fire & Ice Sun, 7/15 Harlan Jefferson & So So Tight Sun, 7/22 Too Deep Sun, 8/5 Finals/Whitney Houston Tribute; hosted by Tara Terry Sun, 8/12 [rain date]

DOMingO En EL PArQuE Sun, 6/24 Skandalo Show, Ballet Folklorico Azteca Tenoch, Amigos Divertidos Sun, 7/8 Los Aires de Guanajuato, Escape, Hermanos Vela Sun, 7/29 Banda San Guillermo, Galaxia, Estrella Azul

summer concerts at nicholas conservatory tunES On tHE tErrAcE Wed, 6/6 Potts & Pans Wed, 6/13 Frank Calvagna and Opan Jii Wed, 7/4 Jodi Beach Trio

tunES On tHE tErrAcE (cOnt.) Wed, 7/11 Kelly Steward and Greg Whitson Wed, 8/1 Potts & Pans Wed, 8/8 Kipster and the Sisters

“ALL ACCESS” – ADA Compliance and Grievance Process Within the spirit of its mission “to help people enjoy life”, the Rockford Park District welcomes customers with disabilities to enjoy ALL our facilities, programs, and services. For assistance and information on accessibility, contact Customer Service at 815-987-8800 (TTY, 888-871-6171) The Rockford Park District is a public entity as defined under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits the District from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities in all programs, activities, and services The Rockford Park District is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of Title II as well as all other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities Any person or authorized representative who believes that the Rockford Park District has discriminated against them based on their disability by denying access to its programs and services, they may file a formal grievance with the Rockford Park District’s ADA Compliance Officer. For more information, please visit www.rockfordparkdistrict.org/ AllAccess, or submit your concern in writing within 30 days to: John Beck, Rockford Park District, 401 S Main St , Rockford, Illinois 61101

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Creating community partnerships can be truly rewarding. Riverside Community Bank believes public/private pa rtI1erships enhance quality recreational programs in the communities we serve. We are proud to be a corporate partner with the Rocklord Perk Oistriclln addition to our support of the Junior Golf programs at Ingersoll and Patriot's Gateway Center, we are again the presenting sponsors 01 the Greater Rockford Men's Golf Classic. Mixed Doubles Golf Classic and Senior Goll Classic. To everyone that picks up a golf club this season: play well, have lun and enjoy lilel

park district remembers

pat hayes

Pat Hayes Parks passed away November 24, 2008 Pat was employed by the Park District for more than 21 years She is best remembered for coordinating the Music in the Park summer concert series and the Imagination Station performance series She also organized the annual community holiday concerts by the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America To honor and memorialize Pat’s passion for, and immeasurable contributions to the programs at the Sinnissippi Music Shell, her family chose to establish a permanent fund to provide ongoing financial support for programs at the Music Shell When considering the options of how to spend memorial gifts given following Pat’s passing, her family felt that Pat would have wanted these funds to be used for the greatest long-term impact on the Music Shell and its programs If you appreciate the wonderful and unique entertainment experience provided at the Sinnissippi Music Shell and the many years Pat devoted to it, please consider making a contribution to the Pat Hayes Parks Memorial fund You may simply mail a contribution to the Rockford Park District Foundation at 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL, 61101. Thank you on behalf of Pat’s family and the staff of the Rockford Park District.

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The Rockford Park District is looking for persons interested in becoming more involved in the operation and support of programs at the Sinnissippi Music Shell We are looking for individuals who are willing to help at Music in the Park concerts by serving as greeters, passing out programs, and/or assisting with customer surveys We would also like to identify persons who would be interested in participating in an advisory meeting to provide input and feedback in regard to possible improvements to the Music Shell and its programming This meeting would be held after the conclusion of this summer’s Music in the Park series If you have an appreciation of this beautiful, historic treasure and would like to become a part of its programming, upkeep, improvement, etc , please contact John Beck, Arts, Events and Recreation Projects Manager at 815-987-1636 or johnbeck@rockfordparkdistrict org If you are interested in other volunteer opportunities within the Rockford Park District, contact Sue Cichock at 815-987-1608 or suecichock@rockfordparkdistrict org

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sinnissippi park Rockford’s Sinnissippi Park, at 1401 N Second Street, was one of the Rockford Park District’s first parks, acquired shortly after the District was formed in 1909 An 80-acre tract was purchased for $47,500, to prevent the land from being subdivided by real estate speculators Formerly known as Rood’s Woods, the park was renamed Sinnissippi, meaning “clear flowing river ” When it opened in 1912, the park also contained Rockford’s first golf course It now includes 123 04 acres and is one of the community’s most popular parks, with its playground, cookout shelters, nine-hole golf course, music shell, lagoon, gardens, and recreation path Special events such as Music in the Park, Holiday Festival of Lights, and the Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition bring many thousands to visit the park each year

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sinnissippi music shell Dedicated in 1950, the Music Shell in Sinnissippi Park is an acoustic amphitheater that can accommodate as many as 700 on benches, and up to 3,000 on the terraces and lawn A favorite spot of many local congregations and arts organizations, the Music Shell hosts a wide variety of events throughout the season. For information on renting the Music Shell, please call 815-987-1605.

A Little History… The construction of the Music Shell was first promoted by the Rockford Civic Symphony Orchestra, which sponsored a two-day music festival in August 1948 to launch the project The Lions Club coordinated many donations made to the project by local organizations, and underwrote additional construction costs of $4,000 - $6,000 The Music Shell was designed by A Reyner Eastman, who contributed the plans and his time to supervise the construction Eastman is also responsible for a number of other area landmarks, including the Mendelssohn Club, the YMCA Log Lodge, Henrietta and Westview schools, Spring Creek Congregational Church, and Rockford Clinic He also was the designer of a bridge spanning the Rock River at Black Hawk Park, the first modern-type bridge in the state of Illinois The Music Shell was officially presented to the City of Rockford and the Rockford Park District on June 4, 1950 by Dawn A Smith, president of the Rockford Noon Lions Club, “for the enjoyment and satisfaction of music lovers in Rockford and vicinity ”

Some Milestones…

1989 – The first series of concrete tiers were

1955 – Noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright,

installed for spectator seating

in his 85th year, was a special guest at the August 11 concert

1991 – The Park District’s Imagination Station series for young audiences premiered

1961 – Rockford Symphony performed a Civil War Centennial Concert, and buried a time capsule at the Music Shell to be opened June 29, 2061

1994 – Rockford Magazine readers voted the Music Shell as the area’s Best Place to hear Live Music Major components of the sound system were replaced

1972 – Six free rock concerts were presented

2000 – The Music Shell’s 50th Anniversary

1980 – The Park District undertook a five-year schedule of improvements to the Music Shell, estimated to cost $160,000 Sound system improvements were made

2009 - The Patricia Hayes Parks Memorial Fund was established in her name, and on June 23, 2009, the Rockford Concert Band performance was dedicated to her memory Pat was employed by the Park District for more than 21 years, and is best remembered for coordinating the Music in the Park and the Imagination Station performance series

1981 – National recording artist Roberta Flack performed in concert August 11

2010 – The Rockford Park District celebrated the Music Shell’s 60th anniversary

at the Music Shell, co-sponsored by the Park District and the Rockford Musicians Union Rockford Symphony donated its outdoor sound system to the Rockford Park District for use at the Music Shell The Park District sponsored its first “Music in the Park” series

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was celebrated with a two-week stand of nightly entertainment

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sinnissippi music shell Accommodations For Concert Guests

Manager on Duty A Manager on Duty will be present at all performances The Manager on Duty table is located near the stage This table is staffed throughout the concert You may stop by and visit at any time if you have a question or concern First Aid You may also seek First Aid attention from the staff at the Manager on Duty table or from Event Staff Lost & Found Lost and found items will be taken to the Manager on Duty table. Following the concert, all unclaimed items are taken to Rockford Park District Customer Service at the Webbs Norman Center Please call 815-987-8800 for information The Rockford Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen personal articles restrooms Lighted restrooms are available at the Twin Shelters picnic area at the top of the hill They are accessible to persons with disabilities Parking Event Staff are available to assist with your parking needs Parking is available in lots, and also designated grassy areas Allow yourself extra time to get into and out of the park It gets very busy prior to and following the show, and your patience is much appreciated Accessible Parking Accessible parking is provided for patrons with disabilities Patrons may also be dropped off behind the Music Shell, however, the vehicle will need to be parked in the nearest designated parking area Bus & Van Parking Bus and van parking will be directed by Event Staff The upper parking lot is typically used for oversized vehicles. For safety reasons, no parking of these vehicles or unloading of passengers on the side of the road is allowed

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courtesy rides Available A designated parking area will be reserved for all customers who wish to use our free golf cart shuttle service These rides are offered before and after the concert They will also be available for an emergency Lower Parking Lot The lower lot at the Music Shell is reserved for entertainers and staff only Special needs Please call 815-987-8800 (TTY 888-871-6171) for all special needs requests 48 hours in advance An assistive listening system is available for people who are hard of hearing Please call to reserve a personal receiver and headset You may pick up and return the equipment from the Manager on Duty table at the concert If you have a need for assistance while attending the concert, please notify the Manager on Duty or Event Staff

Family Friendly Environment concessions Snacks and beverages are for sale at the concession stand beginning at 6:30 pm Outside Food Make it a family picnic and concert! Outside food and beverages are welcome, however, no alcoholic beverages are allowed Seating Bench seating is provided Also, please feel free to bring a comfortable lawn chair from home; we have spaces available for them Limited grassy areas are also available for those who would like to sit on a blanket or simply want to lie in the grass Stay Safe For safety reasons, children are asked to stay close to their accompanying adults If you unexpectedly become separated from your child, please notify the Manager on Duty or Event Staff immediately for assistance Climbing on the Music Shell, benches, and/or railings is not allowed PHONE 815-987-8800 TTY 888-871-6171

No running, bike riding, roller blading, or skate boarding is allowed in the concert area Children are often invited down to the pit to dance by the entertainers Please be watchful of them while they are participating in this popular family event Supervision is required Emergency notification In the event of an emergency, you will be given instructions by the staff from the stage Your attention to details will be much appreciated In the event of a personal emergency while attending a concert, please notify the Manager on Duty or Event Staff immediately For Your comfort Routine spraying for mosquitoes takes place during the summer All applications meet the latest EPA guidelines We recommend bringing your own personal bug spray and sunscreen for your personal comfort Park rules All posted park rules will be enforced Location change Due to Weather If inclement weather prohibits concerts to be held outdoors, the performance will move to the rain sites Parking is available, and Event Staff will be present to assist you at the alternate location Please call Customer Service at 815-987-8800, or go to www rockfordparkdistrict org/soundsofsummer For Tuesday/Thursday Music in the Park concerts, call after 2:30 pm For Wednesday Imagination Station performances, call after 10:30 am For Saturday Charlotte’s Web concerts, call Charlotte’s Web at 815-964-2238, or 815-987-8800 after 2:30 pm, or go to www rockfordparkdistrict org/soundsofsummer If rain or storms develop during a concert, or if there is a power outage, it may be necessary to cancel on site for safety reasons.

Public/Private Areas Guests are often invited on stage by the performers who welcome their participation Please stay off the stage unless you have been invited Dancing in the pit is welcomed, however, if it becomes a disruption to the show, guests may be asked to remain seated Guests may be asked by staff not to be backstage when performers need privacy

Concert Etiquette Smoking Policy Smoking will not be allowed in the seating area of the Music Shell Please move to the side, parking area, or anywhere that is away from the crowd Also please do not throw cigarette butts on the ground; bring an ash tray with you. Dogs/Pets Dogs are welcome in our parks They must remain on a leash If a dog becomes disruptive to guests, a staff person may ask that the dog be taken away from the crowd cell Phones Please put cell phones on silent or vibrate while attending the concert If you need to take a call please step out of range so as to not disrupt the concert taping/recording Video, tape recording, and photographs of the performance is prohibited without advance permission from the Rockford Park District and the performers Handbills Unauthorized distribution of handbills/advertising is not allowed at the concerts

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Indoor Rain Sites Imagination Station Eisenhower Middle School 3525 Spring Creek Rd , Rockford, IL

Music in the Park Guilford High School 5620 Spring Creek Rd , Rockford, IL Doors open at 6:30 pm

Doors open at 1:00 pm

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Decatur Park Singers Thursday, July 19 Coronado Theatre 312 N Main St , Rockford, IL Doors open at 6:30 pm On street parking or use parking garage.

Charlotte’s Web Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center 415 N Church St , Rockford, IL

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A tradition for music lovers of all ages 窶ｦ beautiful summer evenings in the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell, 1401 N Second St Surrounded by majestic trees, local and regional talents work their own musical magic All performances start at 7:30 p.m. and are FREE! Call 815-987-8800 for rain relocation information (available after 2:30 pm), or visit our web site at www rockfordparkdistrict org/soundsofsummer

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Phantom Regiment, June 12

Tuesday, June 12

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Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps

2008 World Champions – In 2012, the Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps’ field production is entitled “Turandot,” and is based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera of the same name They will also perform selections from past years Rain date: Wednesday, June 13

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Thursday, June 14

Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp

Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp have caught the attention of Creole/Zydeco music fans across the US and Canada, as well as those who enjoy bluegrass, blues, rock, country, swing, and Latin … all the while simply being who they are: a band that plays French Creole music to the core Come ready to dance! Tuesday, June 19

Big James & The Chicago Playboys

Led by “Big James” on trombone and lead vocals, the Playboys perform at many of the well known blues clubs in the Chicago area with a more polished but no less soulful sound that lends gospel elegance to its hardbooting groove Big James and the Playboys acquit themselves admirably on blues standards – with a Chicagoan blend of Texas-to-Memphis panache and back-alley aggression; but these are musicians who’ve clearly given their hearts and souls to the no-frills hard funk of the late 1960s

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Big James & The Chicago Playboys, June 19

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The Flat Cats

The Flat Cats, based in Chicago, play a range of vintage and modern music rooted in the hottest swinging jazz and blues, contemporary classics, and timeless standards Whether you choose to listen, tap your foot, or cut a rug on the dance floor, you are sure to be entertained! Tuesday, June 26

Spanish Flair for a Summer Night Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) Bill Petersen, Conductor Featuring Mark Baldin, Trumpet, and Vocalist Maegan Besley

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Ac•Rock

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Patriotic Concert

Ac•Rock is one of America’s great a cappella quartets, singing classic rock ‘n roll favorites from the 1950s through the 1980s It’s an engaging mix of tightly-crafted music and freewheeling humor that pleases audiences of all ages

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Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) The Concert Band honors our country’s heritage with their annual Patriotic Concert This year’s event features Aaron Copland’s “A Lincoln Portrait” with Lincoln’s words being spoken by George Buss as Lincoln. Other featured selections are the “1812 Overture” and the “Battle Hymn of the Republic ” Rounding out this special evening is the traditional kids march with American flags and the “Armed Forces Salute,” where each of our nation’s service songs are performed while recognizing veterans in attendance Bill Petersen, Conductor Featuring vocalists from Hononegah High School, and George Buss as Abraham Lincoln

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Fresh Hot Fritters, July 5

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This Rockford-based quartet will delight your ear-buds with rockabilly music But these cats take generous liberties with the term “rockabilly,” and break out stuff some folks might call western swing, jazz, or even country! Somehow, it all goes together well, seemingly melted together by the common themes of twangy guitars and thumpin’ upright bass fiddle Just like the culinary treat the band takes its name from, the Fritters’ music is always fresh, hot, and well, just a bit greasy!

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Tuesday, July 10

Play the Washington Post March

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Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) Mark Rose, Conductor Featuring Cornet Soloist Jim Martindale and Vocalist Jodi Beach

Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts

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Somewhere between a bar and the recording studio, Miles Nielsen’s stirs up his own pop rock brand of Beatles-esque Cosmic Americana Pop rock arrangements and sunny melodies are tucked between a long lost country folk steel guitar floating through speakers around crashing drums, bouncing bass lines and smooth as butter keys Miles Nielsen continues to help carry out that very rare rock n’ roll torch that only few can claim out loud, “that sound? … it came from the Midwest ”

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Decatur Park Singers, July 19

Tuesday, July 17

Trumpeter’s Holiday

Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) Vicki Hastings, Conductor Featuring Paul Milius, Trumpet, and Vocalist Matthew Neylon Thursday, July 19

Decatur Park Singers

After last year’s 40th season, the Decatur Park Singers promise to continue providing entertainment for audiences of all ages with their 2012 summer show Audiences will enjoy such songs as Son of a Preacher Man, In the Mood, The Edge of Glory, a Patriotic Medley, a children’s section featuring tunes from the musical “Mary Poppins,” plus many more! Come out and be entertained with high energy singing and dancing by the Decatur Park Singers! Rain site: Coronado Theatre

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The New Invaders are dedicated to bringing you the “ultimate” in recreating the music of the 1960s They will take you through one of the most historic decades in our history, beginning with the British Invasion and ending with Woodstock and beyond, with everything in between

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The New Invaders

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Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) Doug Hoffman, Conductor Special guest conductor, Roger Ellis Featuring Bill Petersen, Trombone, and Vocalist Patty Parlee

A Tale of Two Knights

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New Invaders, July 26

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From Mozart to Whitney Houston

Performed by the Rockford Concert Band (see p. 22) Bill Petersen, Conductor Featuring Mike Megurdichian, Clarinet, and Vocalist Quynetta Sanders

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Hailing from the beautiful Caribbean island of Dominica, the ancient and holy lands of Ethiopia, and the birthplace of humanity, Ghana, Africa, comes the award winning reggae music of Gizzae Their musical experiences have collectively earned them Grammy® awards, Chicago Music Awards, and they have opened for some of the biggest names in reggae

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Summer Festival Orchestra

The Rock Valley Festival Orchestra, a summer classical/pops orchestra, is a partnership between the Rockford Park District, Rock Valley College and The Music Academy in Rockford Led by area cellist and conductor Michael Beert, the group will perform a wide range of light classical music including an overture by Rossini, a violin solo by Rock Valley College Concerto winner Joanna Nerius, and the rousing Symphony No 8 by the Czech composer Antonin Dvorak, composer of the famous New World Symphony Also featured will be Aaron Copland’s Hoedown, performed by the musicians of Measure Five, the top performing group of The Music Academy.

Emily Hurd Band

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Rockford native Emily Hurd is a prolific songwriter and pianist Her music is a mix of rock piano, soul singing, folk songwriting, and intelligent bluegrass rhyme schemes She has currently produced eight full-length studio albums and is touring her latest--Long Lost Ghosts Her tunes have been finalists in three international songwriting competitions, and her song “Help Me to Understand” was featured in the 2011 season of CBS’s NCIS crime series She’s happy to be returning to the Sinnissippi Park Music Shell with a talented band of acoustic musicians

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The Navy Band Great Lakes Wind Ensemble is comprised of 40 professional musicians under the direction of LT Patrick Sweeten, USN The ensemble continues the legacy of bandmaster Lieutenant John Philip Sousa, spreading the tradition of military music throughout the Midwest The Wind Ensembleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s repertoire consists of serious band works, patriotic music, and vocal selections Thursday, augusT 16

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Since 1974, the 18-piece Moonlight Jazz Orchestra has been a favorite throughout the stateline area The band consists of three powerful horn sections backed up by a full rhythm section to create a sound like no other, performing everything from swing to rock-n-roll to contemporary hits. Featuring a variety of talented vocalists and musicians, this is the ultimate dance band. Directed by Curt Peterson, the Moonlight Jazz Orchestra combines musical performance with great showmanship and a dash of comic relief!

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As a longtime fixture of the Rockford musical community, the Rockford Concert Band gives six free Tuesday night concerts each summer at the beautiful Sinnissippi Park Music Shell These concerts are possible because of the collaborative efforts of the Rockford Park District and the Rockford Wind Ensemble The Rockford Concert Band is a 65-piece professional concert band consisting of woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments that fill the park with the sounds of summer Each of these concerts features outstanding instrumental soloists, wonderful vocal soloists, and great band music from America and around the world William Petersen will be the principal conductor and artistic leader for this superb concert series Mr Petersen will share the stage with three talented and entertaining guest conductors: Mark Rose, Doug Hoffman, and Vicki Hastings These family friendly performances have something for everyone so come enjoy great music in the beautiful setting of Sinnissippi Park and take advantage of one of Rockford’s treasures, the Sinnissippi Music Shell

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Doug Hoffman is a trumpet player who has played with the Rockford Pops Orchestra, the Beloit-Janesville Symphony Orchestra, and the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. He currently plays with the Rockford Concert Band and the Rockford Wind Ensemble

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Mark Rose has conducted or performed on clarinet, bass clarinet, and saxophone with just about every wind band, symphony orchestra, big band, pit orchestra, and instrumental group in the greater Rockford area He currently conducts the Rockford Valley College Old Towne Band and the Bill Engberg Orchestra.

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Vicki Hastings currently performs with the Rockford Wind Ensemble and the Rockford Jazz Ensemble, and is a freelance trumpet player throughout the stateline area. Vicki has coached the Rockford Symphony Youth Orchestraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brass Choir for the past two years, and is in her sixth year as Director of Bands and co-chair of the Fine Arts Department at Rockford Christian Schools

William Petersen

William Petersen is the Director of Bands at Freeport High School. He has a private music teaching studio in his home in Freeport, and is an active trombonist with the Rockford Wind Ensemble He is a frequent conductor with the Music Under the Stars program in Freeportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Krape Park, and he is the director of the Highland College Big Band

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A great big THANK YOU to the Rockford Park District and the Illinois Arts Council for making possible the Charlotte’s Web Summer Series at the Sinnissippi Music Shell. All concerts begin at 7:30 PM. Concessions are available. Picnic baskets are welcome; no alcohol, please. Rain sites foR all thRee conceRts Mendelssohn PAC, 415 N Church St , Rockford Call 815-987-8800 or visit www RockfordParkDistrict org/soundsofsummer after 2:30 PM on the day of the concert for rain site info Since 1972, Charlotte’s Web has served several distinct audience bases in the Rockford region, spanning many musical tastes including traditional and contemporary folk, blues, jazz, Americana, eclectic, and world. No single audience group would have sustained us for this long; it is the variety coupled with presenting emerging artists (often considered risky) in all genres that has built and solidified our reputation as a quality arts organization in Rockford and worldwide Charlotte’s Web has earned the trust of those wanting to listen to a new artist as well as those wanting to again hear a familiar artist, or a regular favorite Charlotte’s Web has also earned the trust of the original artist community This reputation has kept the Web as a highly regarded and sought after arts presenter Charlotte’s Web’s 41st season, June 2012 – June 2013 will again not only highlight favorite artists from the Web’s rich history, but also debut fine new artists representing many genres High quality talent and professional production is the Web’s signature, and can be found at every show The Charlotte’s Web audience has come to expect this, and we are proud to deliver Thank you for joining us at Sinnissippi Park Music Shell on Saturday June 30, 2012, as we kick off the 41st Season of Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts It is the Web’s mission to enhance the cultural life of our community by providing a diversity of performing arts.

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Growing up in the shadows of Chicago’s blues Mecca, Theresa’s Lounge, had a lasting effect on Toronzo Cannon As a kid, Toronzo would listen to the raw, soulful sounds of legends like Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, and Muddy Waters “It wasn’t just the music that got me, but the effect on the people I knew right then, that was what I was gonna do ” These experiences led him to pick up his first guitar as a teenager and begin to learn to sing and play the sounds he heard Inspired by the three Kings (Freddie, B.B., and Albert), a little Hendrix, and some 1970s R&B/soul, Toronzo soon developed his own sound “If I wasn’t gigging, I was hitting every jam session I could find I couldn’t get enough ” It was during this time that he developed his own powerful, gospelflavored vocal style and electrifying stage presence

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The Cajun Strangers play the dance music of the Cajun culture of southwest Louisiana at festivals, dances, parties, concerts, and weddings The music is a mix of two-steps, blues, waltzes, and zydeco, played on the button accordion and fiddle, with a rhythm section of guitar, electric bass, drums, rubboard, and T-fer Their latest CD, Cajun Country Ramble, has been awarded the 2010 Prix DeHors de Nous from the Cajun French Music Association. The CFMA gives the award for the best CD by a band outside of Louisiana The groups features Brian O’Donnell on fiddle, John Romano on accordion and vocals, Tom “Big Nick” Nickel on guitar, accordion and fiddle, Karen Holden, t-fer, on dance instruction, Jim Schwall on bass, and Colin Bazsali on drums and harmonica In honor of Bastille Day, put on your dancing shoes and come on down to the park for some Cajun rumbling!

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Is it blues, is it classical? Walking the line between Beethoven and B B King, and armed with the creative genius and instrumental prowess that have defined his career for over four decades, Corky Siegel has pioneered an original, genre-busting chamber blues - a fresh, innovative sound capturing the sparkling qualities of classical music merged with the emotional melodic style of blues, all within an intimate chamber setting. Under Corky’s lead, The West End String Quartet and percussionist Frank Donaldson complete the Chamber Blues Band. Described by critics internationally as remarkable, astonishing, extraordinary, hot, mesmerizing, joyous, and outrageous fun, their music and concerts have delighted diverse audiences globally, and their genre-defying presentations are drawing new and old concert-goers to places they have never been before

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Jim Gill’s Family Room Tour

Jim Gill, an award-winning musician and author, offers more than a show Each concert is an opportunity for family play! Jim strums energetic rhythms on his banjo while everyone claps, sings, dances, and even sneezes along to his silly and inspiring musical games PRE-ShOW: LOCkWOOD PARk TRAILSIDE CENTRE AND ChILDREN’S FARM

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Sheriff SueAnn and Rawhide the Dog welcome you to Little Nashville Music fills the air, and plenty of fun is to be had There are stories to tell, songs to sing and dance to, and lessons to be learned Everyone is in for a real good time! PRE-ShOW: ATWOOD CENTER

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Six classic stories and fables from the Brothers Grimm, H C Andersen, and Aesop get tweaked and updated in this free-wheeling adaptation The show includes Jack and the Beanstalk, the Fisherman and His Wife, the Tortoise and the Hare, and Henny Penny, among others, all done in a style that’s as much fun for Moms and Dads as it is for kids PRE-ShOW: NIChOLAS CONSERvATORy

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With big personality, amazing energy, and a quirky style, Jason Kollum is a funny, interactive, and versatile kids and family entertainer His show includes tons of audience participation and privatization, along with balancing, ball spinning, and juggling stunts PRE-ShOW: SAPORA PLAyWORLD Wednesday, augusT 8

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ScribbleMonster brings their unique blending of traditional children’s music, improvisational comedy, and power-pop to Imagination Station Children in attendance will have a chance to sing, dance, and play along during this interactive live show the whole family will enjoy PRE-ShOW: MAgIC WATERS Jason Kollum (left), ScribbleMonster (right)

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levings showcase Two entertainment series run each summer at Levings Park to promote the cultural enrichment of our community Both series include a talent show followed by a musical concert with an emphasis on a specific genre to meet the diverse interests of our community Live at Levings offers music for lovers of gospel, soul, blues, and jazz Domingo en el Parque offers music for fans of banda, cumbias, quebradita, and duranguense

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levings showcase Accommodations For Concert Guests

House Manager Rockford Park District staff is on site at all performances Prior to each show, the House Manager will be introduced from the stage by the Stage Manager Should you have any need for assistance, please contact the House Manager Sign up for the talent Show The Stage Manager is in charge of the show and the entertainers Please contact the Stage Manager upon arrival for information on how to register for the Talent Show All must be registered prior to the start of the show First Aid The House Manager should be contacted for any first aid needs Lost and Found Please see the House Manager for assistance with any lost or found issues. Following the show, all unclaimed items are taken to Rockford Park District Customer Service at the Webbs Norman Center Please call 815-987-8800 for information The Rockford Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen personal articles restrooms Restrooms are available at the top of the hill across from the Stone Shelter A Port-a-Let is located behind the Showmobile near the road The Port-a-Let directly behind the Showmobile is reserved for use by the entertainers Parking Parking is permitted along the roadside and in designated grassy areas Due to the potential for heavy traffic, allow yourself extra time to enter and exit the Park

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disruption to the show, guests may be asked to return to their seats Supervision of children in the dance area is required Emergency notification In the event of an emergency, you will be given instructions by the staff from the stage Your attention to details will be much appreciated In the event of a personal emergency while attending a concert, please notify staff For Your comfort Bring your bug spray and sunscreen for your personal comfort Private Areas Please stay off the stage unless you have been invited by the Stage Manager or the performers Guests may be asked by staff not to be backstage when performers need privacy Park rules All posted park rules will be enforced Weather related cancellations If inclement weather prohibits concerts to be held outdoors, we reserve the right to cancel If rain or storms develop during a concert, or in the event of a power outage, it may be necessary to cancel on site for safety reasons For updates, call 815-987-8800, or visit our web site at www rockfordparkdistrict org

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concert etiquette Smoking Policy Smoking will not be allowed in the seating area Please go off to the side, parking area, or anywhere that is away form the crowd Dogs/Pets Dogs are welcome in parks They must remain on a leash If a dog becomes disruptive to guests, staff may ask that the dog be taken away from the crowd cell Phones Please put cell phones on silent or vibrate while attending the show If you need to take a call, please step out of the concert area to avoid disruptions taping/recording Video, tape recording, and photographs of the performance are prohibited without advance permission from the Rockford Park District and the performers Handbills Unauthorized distribution of handbills/ advertising is not allowed at the concerts

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In 1986, retired military veteran Elbert Jordan was walking through Levings Park with then Rockford Park District Executive Director Webbs Norman discussing ways to improve the Park Elbert’s vision was that Levings Park would be a place to bring people together and to provide positive activities for young people during the summer Having recently retired from Chrysler, Elbert had the time and drive to create something new, and his idea was to offer a talent showcase and series of concerts at the Park The Rockford Park District agreed to provide funding support, and the Levings Talent Showcase was born Elbert coordinated this venue for 17 years, during which time countless young people were encouraged to exercise their talents and artistic interests by competing in the talent showcase and benefiting from the mentoring provided by Elbert and his associates

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Levings) in 2003 when Elbert Jordan retired Harlan has served as director since then, lining up a variety of talent to perform at Levings on several Sundays during the summer, and continuing to provide an opportunity for local aspiring artists to take their performance on stage and develop their skills Says Harlan, “I love this program because I am a product of it As a young teen, I participated in it every summer My friends and I couldn’t wait for summer to come so we could hear free live music and compete in the talent show in front of a built-in audience who was starving for entertainment It wasn’t about winning or losing, it was about the experience ” Harlan feels this program is important because it brings generations of families together It also provides cultural, educational, recreational, and leadership development experience through the arts He comes from a musical family, and his parents felt that the arts were just as important as athletics They enrolled him in music camps, took him to concerts, and hired private music teachers to help him appreciate and understand the art of music Today, in addition to coordinating the newly titled Live at Levings, Harlan is an award winning soul jazz saxophonist and recording artist who performs original tunes and different styles of music for different audiences. It’s not unusual to hear him singing or performing Frank Sinatra, John Legend, Marvin Gaye, Bob Marley, Miles Davis, or BB King at an upscale Italian restaurant or a supper club The Rockford Park District is pleased to support the efforts of Harlan Jefferson to continue providing this unique and dynamic program

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Propa Intro

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Propa Intro R&B Band Propa Intro is an up-and-coming band consisting of four professional and courteous local musicians who have performed from Rockford to Chicago to Wisconsin Deeply rooted in all types of music, these musicians come together as one unit to bring you a highly energized performance with harmonized singing and dancing June 17

Billy Chears Soul/Blues Band If you are a fan of Motown and the blues, you will love this band This collection of professional musicians plays songs from Al Green, Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and more Billy Chears

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Champagne, Fire & Ice

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Champagne, Fire & Ice Blues/R&B Band Sweaty, gritty soul with a smooth Motown sound and an all-encompassing musical vision of fusing funk and R&B with guitar power grooves. Champagne, Fire and Ice seemingly takes all that came before them and wrap it up into one dizzying spectacular package

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Too Deep Soul/R&B Band TOO DEEP, featuring the Hanserd Brothers, has been entertaining audiences at festivals, concerts, and night club circuits for more than 25 years Cedric, Steve and Brian Hanserd have been performing together since they were kids growing up on the west side of Rockford. TOO DEEP’s soul presentation starts with its silky smooth vocal style that reminds you of packed house parties where black lights shone on couples stepping and having a good time This spirit-filled live performance makes you see why TOO DEEP remains one of the premier bands in the Midwest

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Domingo en el Parque fue fundado por Armando Cárdenas en 2002 Como un miembro activo de la comunidad Latina, él reconoció que el Distrito de Parque de Rockford patrocinaba conciertos de verano para ciertos segmentos de la comunidad por la Música en el Parque programación en la Música Sinnissippi Shell y Escaparate Levings en el Parque de Levings Él sintió que había una necesidad de proporcionar un programa similar para la comunidad Latina, entonces él se acercó al Distrito de Parque con esta petición El Distrito de Parque estuvo de acuerdo, y Domingo en el Parque nació

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Domingo en el Parque – The Beginning Domingo en el Parque was founded by Armando Cárdenas in 2002 As an active member of the Latino community, he recognized that the Rockford Park District was sponsoring summer concerts for certain segments of the community through the Music in the Park programming at the Sinnissippi Music Shell and Levings Showcase at Levings Park He felt that there was a need to provide a similar program for the Latino community, so he approached the Park District with this request The Park District agreed, and Domingo en el Parque was born Armando coordinated Domingo en el Parque through the 2010 season, after which he decided it was time to retire Says Armando, “I am very grateful to the Rockford Park District for supporting and sponsoring this event each year for the Latino community in

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Rockford and surrounding area Domingo en el Parque not only provides cultural entertainment for all ages in the Latino community, but also offers families a venue to experience and enjoy their heritage in music and dance from their native countries locally in an “open air” park environment setting ” The Rockford Park District is pleased to be able to support this unique and popular venue for the Latino community We are now pleased to be able to continue this popular event with our new coordinators, Laura and Rudy Ortiz.

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Dice Rudy, “Damos la bienvenida a la oportunidad de seguir a Domingo en el Parque y agradecer al Distrito de Parque de Rockford por su apoyo y patrocinio de este acontecimiento cultural que da a todas las familias en la comunidad un modo de disfrutar del entretenimiento de estilo latino en un ajuste al aire libre relajado ”

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Rudy y Laura han estado en el negocio de música durante más de 40 años Rudy comenzó tocar tambores profesionalmente a la edad de 14 años

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Domingo en el Parque Tanto Rudy como Laura han sido miembros activos de la comunidad latino y los partidarios de las artes de realización durante muchos años Rudy era uno de los fundadores originales★ de la ★Latinos★ Fiesta Hispana y fue reconocido como uno de ★ más extraordinarios de Condados Winnebago y Boone por la Asociación de Estudiantes Latinoamericanos ★y ★ ★ la el Distrito de Parque de Rockford Laura ha servido comunidad como el Presidente de Bordo de la Fiesta Hispana, Festival On The Waterfront, y el Consejo de Artes de Área Rockford Tanto Rudy como Laura han sido recipientes del La Voz Latina Premio de Herencia de Hispano por el servicio comunitario

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Domingo en el Parque Directors, Rudy and Laura Ortiz Rudy and Laura Ortiz are the coordinators for Domingo en el Parque Both Rudy and Laura have been active members of the Latino community and supporters of the performing arts for many years Rudy was one of the original founders of Fiesta Hispana and was recognized as one of the most extraordinary Latinos of Winnebago and Boone County by the Association of Latin American Students and the Rockford Park District Laura has served the community as Board President of Fiesta Hispana, On the Waterfront Festival, and the Rockford Area Arts Council Both Rudy and Laura have been recipients of the La Voz Latina Hispanic Heritage Award for community service

Rudy and Laura have been in the music business for over 40 years Rudy started playing drums professionally at the age of 14 Laura, a pianist and singer, started playing classical piano at the age of nine They have performed with several area bands throughout the years, and continue to work with music recording and production Says Rudy, “We welcome the opportunity to continue Domingo en el Parque, and thank the Rockford Park District for their support and sponsorship of this cultural event that gives all families in the community a way to enjoy Latin style entertainment in a relaxed outdoor setting ”

call rudy Ortiz, Showcase coordinator, at 815-332-5924 (English/Spanish) for more information.

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