Summer Sounds Concerts

What could be better after a long Monday than spending the evening with family over a picnic dinner on the lush, fresh grass of the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheatre, enjoying live music filtering through the evening air? How about being able to do that every Monday for six weeks?  
 
The 14^th Annual Summer Sounds Concert Series kicks off on Monday, May 16, and continues every Monday with a different concert through June 20. All Summer Sounds concerts happen at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheatre, 1201 E. Bethany. The music will range from tropical sounds to rockin’ country to contemporary pop hits and more. Thanks to the City of Allen and the Parks and Recreation Department, all Summer Sounds concerts are free and begin at 7 p.m. each Monday night. Light concessions and snow cones are available for purchase. Ground blanket seating is preferred so that concert goers of all ages can enjoy the best line of sight.

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May 16 - Hunter Sullivan

Local favorite, Hunter Sullivan and his 14-piece big band will set the stage as they open the concert series on May 16. Complete with large horn section, Hunter Sullivan’s music will include traditional big band sounds with songs like Fly Me to the Moon and King For A Day.  Hunter and his band deliver an energetic authenticity, reinvigorating a genre of music popular long ago.

 

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May 23 - Havana NRG

On May 23, Havana NRG! (New Rhythm Generation), a highly-charged and energetic group all hailing from Cuba, graces the stage.  This group is definitely not your typical tropical orchestra!  They produce hot Salsa-themed music but also very intense Cuban Timba, Merengue, Bachata and even a Mambo Rap titled “Wrap the Mambo.” The true exuberance of Cuban culture prevails with their amazing live show.

 

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May 30 - Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus

The Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus continues its wonderful Memorial Day concert and tribute event on May 30. Not only will you delight in traditional Patriotic Pops music, but there will be activities designed to honor our veterans and servicemen and women. The event will conclude with a patriotic fireworks show! 

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June 6 - GOODnGONE

On June 6, the concert series goes rockin’ country with GOODnGONE, a homegrown Texas country band with rock-n-roll roots. GOODnGONE performs its own brand of original music alongside radio favorites from such country music icons as Keith Urban and Kenny Chesney, as well as hits from regional sensations like Cross Canadian Ragweed and The Randy Rogers Band. 

 

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June 13 - FastLane

Ready to check into the Hotel California? Then you won’t want to miss FastLane, a tribute to the Eagles performing on June 13. Formed in 2005, these talented musicians play to thousands each year at festivals, clubs and special events. This 6-piece tribute to the super group of the 70s plays all the hits from the Eagles extensive catalog and is sure to have you on your feet dancing, singing and enjoying that "Peaceful Easy Feeling" once again.

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June 20 - Signed Sealed Delivered

The final concert in the series, June 20, features Signed Sealed Delivered, a band that has been performing throughout DFW for more than 10 years and features 8 pieces, including multiple vocalists, piano, guitar, bass, drums and horns.  Their versatile style and high energy has made them a popular choice for special events, wedding receptions, private parties and local nightclubs.  With this group you will know every song and won't want to stop dancing and singing along!