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A Celebration of Diversity in Music

 

 

The Legacy Music Series pays homage to Garfield Park’s ethnic foundations, the tapestry of Chicago’s rich musical history, and the diversity of our featured artists. ake a seat on the terrace while you enjoy the distinctive artistry of the Legacy Music Series line-up. Pack a picnic, or purchase from our menu when you arrive. Reservations are just $10 per performance. Or buy the whole Series for $35. Reservations are available for purchase online (see below) and will also be available for purchase at the door. Performances take place rain or shine. Horticultural Hall is the concert venue in inclement weather. It’s an ideal opportunity to gather your friends, bring a date, relax from your workday or give your significant other an enjoyable night out. 

  

Want a deeper connection with our featured performers? Explore the artistic vision of our unique headliners at an exclusive pre-performance reception. The Jensen Room will be the site of a one-on-one experience with each group prior to their public concert on the Bluestone Terrace. In a unique mini-presentation format, you’ll gain insight into the cultural and emotional foundations of their musical genre - plus learn about their special connection to the natural world.  It’s the perfect prelude to an evening of musical delights. Admission is $50 and tickets are limited. Your ticket entitles you to delicious reception food and beverage, the artists’ presentation, one seat in the VIP section at the public performance, a complimentary Seedling membership ($25 value) and a special gift. If purchasing multiple VIP Preview and Performance reservations, please specify the names of your guests in the “Special Order Instructions” box during checkout so that membership cards can also be created for them.

 

Please print the confirmation email from your online reservation purchase and bring it with you the night of the event. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express cards are accepted.

 

For additional information about the Legacy Music Series, please call 773-638-1766 ex.26. For help with your online purchase, please call Donor Services at 773-638-1766 ex.13.

 

Thursday, June 19, 2008

 

 

    Dong Fang Performing Arts
    Thursday, June 19, 2008

 

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each
 

 

 

The dynamic Dong Fang Performing Arts combine Chinese folk song and dance, children’s performance, Beijing Opera, acrobatics and even Kong Fu. Dong Fang is the result of over 150 performers in chorus, dance, theater, opera and Chinese variety arts. Join us as they kick-off our inaugural Legacy Music Series, celebrating diversity through traditional and cultural performances you don’t want to miss.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  — Tickets Available at the Door 

 

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance — Tickets Available at the Door  

 

 

Thursday, June 26, 2008

 

 

    Fulcrum Point New Music Project
    Thursday, June 26, 2008

 

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each

 

 

Embrace Chicago’s leader in new art music and find yourself on the cutting edge, too. Fulcrum Point is a critically-acclaimed ensemble of classically-trained musicians who structures their multi-disciplinary performances on the intersection of music, art, literature and theater inspired by popular culture, including folk, rock, jazz, blues, Latin and world music.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  — Tickets Available at the Door 

 

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance — Canceled 

 

 

Thursday, July 17, 2008

 

 

    David Gweshe and
    the Boterekwa Dance Troupe

    Thursday, July 17, 2008

   

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each

 

The beat will be so infectious you’ll want to get up and dance. David Gweshe is a pioneer of traditional Shona Zimbabwean music who deeply believes in the spirit that moves us. He is the grandmaster of the multi-octave mbira, a sacred ceremonial instrument that he uses to express his cultural heritage. His Boterekwa Dance Troupe provides the exhilarating footwork. It such a feast of culture, music and dance, that we’re offering you the chance to see them twice.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance $50 Each  

 

Thursday, July 24, 2008

 

 

    David Gweshe and
    the Boterekwa Dance Troupe

    Thursday, July 24, 2008

 

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each

 

The beat will be so infectious you’ll want to get up and dance. David Gweshe is a pioneer of traditional Shona Zimbabwean music who deeply believes in the spirit that moves us. He is the grandmaster of the multi-octave mbira, a sacred ceremonial instrument that he uses to express his cultural heritage. His Boterekwa Dance Troupe provides the exhilarating footwork. It such a feast of culture, music and dance, that we’re offering you the chance to see them twice.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance $50 Each  

 

Thursday, August 7, 2008

 

 

    Jon Faddis and
    the Chicago Jazz Ensemble

    Thursday, August 7, 2008

 

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each

 

Hot night – hotter music. The Chicago Jazz Ensemble led by Artistic Director and renowned trumpeter, Jon Faddis, is recognized internationally as one of America’s leading jazz ensembles. We guarantee that Faddis’ technical skill and mastery of superbly adventuresome arrangements will have you jumping for joy. With a broad repertoire, incredible collaborators and a worldwide schedule, you’ll find out why he’s made jazz – the true American music – his life’s work.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance $50 Each  

 

Thursday, September 4, 2008

 

  

    Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra

    Thursday, September 4th
    

    VIP Preview 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    Reservations $50 each
    (includes seat at performance)

 

    Performance 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $10 each

 

 

The Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra brings the jumping, swinging music of the 30s and 40s to roaring life with its impeccable 15-musician crew. The orchestra delivers fox trots, tangos, waltzes, ballads, and, of course, swing with an authenticity and vibrancy that epitomizes the golden age of American dance music. Every Thursday night since 1998, crowds have packed the legendary Green Mill Jazz Club in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood to hear and dance to the Big Band and swing music of the Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra.

 

Reservations for Performance $10 Each  

Reservations for VIP Preview and Performance $50 Each  

 

reservations for the entire Legacy Music Series

 

 

    Legacy Music Series
    Series Reservations

    Thursdays
    June 19, 26 July 17, 24 August 7 & Sept. 4

    7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
    Reservations $35 each

 

 

 

Reservations for Performance $35 Each  

 

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