Great Tunes, Great Times

GREAT TUNES,

Great Times!

BY DAVE SPIEKER

THE POPULAR LAKESIDE Motor Sports Summer Concert Series returns this summer, with a full schedule. Enjoy some of your favorite repeat performers as well as acts appearing in Canadian Lakes for the first time. Toe-tapping and handclapping are encouraged! You can dance to and even sing along with country, Dixieland, and rock standards, all performed with style by talented musicians and vocalists.

This year, all concerts will be held on Saturday evenings (dates shown below), from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Pierce Road Beach Reuther Pavilion. Appropriate for all ages—and musical tastes—these family-friendly concerts provide great entertainment in a beautiful setting. As an added attraction, a food truck will be on site this year, so you don’t even have to pack snacks. Just pull up a lawn chair and you’re ready to go.

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, the concerts are free; however, donations are appreciated to help us keep the music coming. 100% of all sponsorships and donations are used to cover costs for the shows. We’re pleased to have Lakeside Motor Sports return as our Title Sponsor; Isabella Bank, Coldwell Banker Lakes Realty, Ice Mountain, and Century 21 White House Realty as Concert Sponsors; and Sweeney-Holbeck-Edison, Tullymore Golf Resort, Canadian Lakes Property Owners Corporation, and Canadian Lakes Association as Series Sponsors. Without such support, our concerts wouldn’t be possible.

Of course, it takes planning, preparation, and perseverance to put on these shows. The Concert Series Committee members are Dave Spieker, Diane Spieker, Jim Benoit, Jim Brakora, Kathleen Reau, and Danielle Maneke. Please thank them for their efforts and commitment.

If weather doesn’t cooperate, a decision to cancel a show may be made the afternoon of the concert. Please check our Facebook page, Canadian Lakes Reuther Music Pavilion for updated information. A sign will also be posted for cancellations by the entry to the park.

Come out and join your friends for an evening of fine entertainment!

HERE’S THIS YEAR’S LINEUP:

6/11 – THE DIXIE RAMBLERS JAZZ BAND

This musical group will put a smile on your face and make you feel like dancing. This eight-piece band provides a mix of popular New Orleans style Dixieland music and classic jazz tunes from the ‘20’s through the ‘40’s. From Mecosta County, the band has played throughout midMichigan for the past 15 years. The Dixie Ramblers bring a unique sound and toetapping rhythms for you to enjoy.

6/25 – STOLEN HORSES

A distinctive country sound, influenced by outlaw country legend Waylon Jennings and guitarist Albert Lee. This band has opened for national acts like Zac Brown Band, Justin Moore, and many others. Stolen Horses also performed twice at Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers Country night.

7/9 – REMEMBERING PATSY CLINE

Judy Harrison, along with high-energy band ReBooted, will bring you on a beautiful journey through the rise and success of one of America’s iconic music legends—Patsy Cline. Enjoy an engaging evening with light narrative, choreography, and live musicians. Whether you are new to Patsy Cline or a lifetime fan, this show will capture your heart.

7/23 - MOONSHOT

Moonshot is a classic and modern rock quartet based in West Michigan, featuring some of Michigan’s best musicians and singers. All members sing and harmonize and cover guitars, keyboard, bass, drums, and lots of great harmonica and slide guitar.

8/6 – THE SOUL SYNDICATE

The Soul Syndicate pays tribute to influential funk, soul, and R&B artists of our time, with a sophisticated look, masterful musicianship, and a crowdpleasing act. The group includes a dedicated horn section and male and female vocalists. It masterfully combines classic dance music into multi-song medleys—so sing and dance along!

8/20 – KARI LYNCH BAND

The Kari Lynch Band is an accomplished alt country/rock band based in Nashville, TN, originally hailing from Grand Rapids. Talented singers, songwriters, collaborators, and performers, the band delivers an exciting, powerful performance. Known for powerhouse lead vocals and solid harmonies, dynamic live show, first-rate songwriting, and talent for creating music that spans musical genres and resonates with listeners of all ages, the Kari Lynch Band plays shows all across the country.