Jazz Ambassadors Highlight Birmingham Concert Series

BIRMINGHAM, MI. – The United States Army’s premier touring big band, the Jazz Ambassadors, will soon perform in Birmingham. Each year the group tours throughout the United States and travels abroad as directed by the Secretary of the Army. They will perform during the city’s In the Park Summer Concert Series on Tuesday, July 4 at 7 p.m. in Shain Park.

From the big band sounds of the 1940s to the contemporary hits of today, the members of the Jazz Ambassadors present a versatile musical program that has earned them international recognition and appeals to all ages. Recent notable performances include concerts at the Toronto Jazz Festival, the Kennedy Center Honors, the Jazz Education Network Conference, and an appearance on the Colbert Report.

“The Jazz Ambassadors performed in Birmingham several years ago and received high praise from the community,” said Lauren Wood, Birmingham’s Director of Public Services. “We’re honored to include them in our concert line-up and look forward to a memorable evening.”

The complimentary concert begins at 7 pm. Seating is on the lawn; attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and picnic spread.

Other scheduled Birmingham concerts this year include:

• Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - Sinjon Smith (Country), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 5, 2017 - Weekend Come Back (Pop, Rock, Country, Funk & Motown), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 12, 2017 - Brand New afternoon concert by Gia Warner and Bobby Lewis (Rock/Classical), 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 12, 2017 - Magic Bus (Psychedelic Music, 60’s & 70’s), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 19, 2017 - Toppermost Beatle Tribute (Beatles), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 26, 2017 - Elvis Tribute Artist, Darrin Hagel, 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 2, 2017 - Brand New afternoon concert by The AnTekes (Classic Rock & Roll), 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 2, 2017 - The Sax Maniacs from Detroit (Soul), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 9, 2017 - Mainstreet Soul (Blues), 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 16, 2017 - The Favorites! (50’s), 7 p.m.

Photo courtesy of the city of Birmingham