Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents Just Summer series of free concerts
Anqwenique will perform at The Highline in the South Side on Wednesday, Aug. 23 as part of Chamber Music Pittsburgh's Just Summer concert series.
Hugo Cruz and Caminos will perform at The Highline in the South Side on Wednesday, Aug. 9 as part of Chamber Music Pittsburgh蘑菇视频 Just Summer concert series.
Chamber Music Pittsburgh蘑菇视频 2023 Just Summer season will feature three free outdoor concerts from area artists at The Highline in the South Side.
Just Summer hosts a mix of chamber musicians performing a range of genres in the family-friendly riverfront setting. This year, Hugo Cruz and Caminos take the stage on Aug. 9, the Tania Grubbs Quintet performs Aug. 16, and the series closes with Anqwenique on Aug. 23. Each of the performances begins at 7:30 p.m. and all are on Wednesdays, with rain dates scheduled for the next day at the same time.
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In addition to enjoying the performances, attendees are invited to round out their concert experience with drinks and food from Sly Fox Brewery and Restaurant. The Highline is also located near the South Side riverfront bike trail and offers free two-hour parking for those who plan to drive.
Cruz will perform a set that blends Cuban, jazz, R&B, and Afro-Cuban sounds. The performance features a 7-member ensemble and beats made for dancing. Grubbs plays everything from bluesy ballads to jazz standards. Her band features her husband, bassist Jeff Grubbs; pianist David Budway, guitarist Ron Affif, and drummer James Johnson III. Anqwenique will take the audience on a musical journey across time and genre. She will be backed by an ensemble, featuring MC FRH Golden, cellist Rachel Smith, Renze Jefferson on bass, Andre Solomon on flute, and a few others.
Registration is not required, though attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs or a blanket. The Highline is located at 339 McKean St, Pittsburgh.