FEATURED SHOWS OF THE WEEK
Thursday
The Back Roads Band (Country)
One of the Washington area's top retro honky tonk bands, the Back Roads Band plays country music like it was played back then, and in no time they'll have you out on the dance floor doing a boot scootin' two-step or snuggling up close for a buckle-polishing slow tune.
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday
*** Starlight Cinema "THE SMURFS" (Drive-in Movie) ***
Columbia Pictures; Directed by Raja Gosnell. Rated PG; 103 minutes; 2011. When the evil wizard, Gargamel, chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.
Trinity Center Parkway: 5860 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA
FREE 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
The United States Air Force Band "Airmen of Note" (Big Band Jazz)
Through the years, the Airmen of Note has presented its exciting brand of big band jazz to audiences throughout the United States, dozens of countries in Europe and Asia, as well as back home in the Washington, D.C., area.
Workhouse Arts Center At Lorton: 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, Virginia 22079
FREE 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
COMPLETE LIST OF PERFORMANCES THIS WEEK
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
The Back Roads Band (Country)
One of the Washington area's top retro honky tonk bands, the Back Roads Band plays country music like it was played back then, and in no time they'll have you out on the dance floor doing a boot scootin' two-step or snuggling up close for a buckle-polishing slow tune.
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Lovejoy Group (Jazz)
These indie pop rockers offer up introspective anthems rich in explosive vocal melodies, driven by railing guitars and balanced by subtle layers of piano and organ. Their music confidently claims the middle ground between pop and indie rock.
Nottoway Park: 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna, VA 22181
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
Guy Mendilow Ensemble (World Music)
Get ready for an emotionally powerful, artistic voyage awash with warm harmonies, intricate textures and spellbinding rhythms. Starting in ancient Spain and winding through Sarajevo, Salonica and Jerusalem, the award winning Guy Mendilow Ensemble breathes new life into centuries-old Sephardi songs. Epic tales of sailors and love lost to the seas, fantastic dreams and the intrigue of kings and queens abound in arrangements that crackle with rich musical storytelling.
Grist Mill Park: 4710 Mt. Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Johnny Cash Tribute Band, Jed Duvall (Country)
Jed Duvall brings back the music and style of the legendary "Man In Black." Performing with the multi-talented Tennessee Quartette, Jed's authenticity and talent have won over Johnny Cash fans everywhere.
Lake Accotink Park: 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22152
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Hula Monsters (Swing/Hawaiian)
The Hula Monsters can be described as a swing band with a Hawaiian flavor. Their repertoire includes Hawaiian, rockabilly, blues, country and jazz standards - all with the Hula Monster Hawaiian accent. It may be difficult to categorize their music, but the common thread is fun! Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Veronneau (World-wide Jazz)
This group is at home on any stage, from an intimate jazz club to a world music concert to a folk festival. Dazzling Quebec vocalist Lynn Véronneau and her band have been taking audiences by storm with their multi-lingual blend of world-wide jazz featuring Brazilian samba, French gypsy jazz and swing classics.
Royal Lake Park: 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax, VA 22032
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
Rocknoceros (Songs)
Rocknocerus, the world's finest power trio for children, features Boogie Bennie, Coach Cotton and Williebob. Join this sensational three-man band as they perform original children's songs and much-loved favorites that will have you rockin' and rollin' in the woods!
Burke Lake Park Amphitheater: 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra's OTO Percussion Duo (Music)
OTO Percussion Duo introduces the percussion instruments that are the underpinning for the orchestra's music. Drums, marimba and other instruments lead children on a journey through 'What Is Rhythm?' with music ranging from Bach to ragtime.
E.C. Lawrence Park Amphitheater: 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The GoodLife Theater (Puppets)
The Goodlife Theater presents 'The Rainbow Show,' a whimsical tale of a monkey who ruins a rainbow and needs help from the audience to find the colors. And there's a live music sing-along and a great introduction to puppetry for young children.
Lake Fairfax Park Amphitheater: 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, VA 20190
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra's OTO Brass Quintet (Music)
'OTO Brass Quintet' introduces the brass instruments that add brilliance to an orchestra's sound. Explore their designs as the Brass Quintet demonstrates how valves, slides and tubing shape musical tones in this boisterous performance.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Korean Cultural Heritage Night (Korean Dance/Music)
The Korean-American Association of Northern Virginia presents an evening of Korean culture, featuring traditional and folk music and dance and ending the evening with a Korean movie.
Ossian Hall Park: 7900 Heritage Drive, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. 703-324-SHOW (7469)
Starlight Cinema "THE SMURFS" (Drive-in Movie)
Columbia Pictures; Directed by Raja Gosnell. Rated PG; 103 minutes; 2011. When the evil wizard, Gargamel, chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.
Trinity Center Parkway: 5860 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA
FREE 6:00 p.m.
The United States Air Force Band "Airmen of Note" (Big Band Jazz)
Through the years, the Airmen of Note has presented its exciting brand of big band jazz to audiences throughout the United States, dozens of countries in Europe and Asia, as well as back home in the Washington, D.C., area.
Workhouse Arts Center At Lorton: 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, Virginia 22079
FREE 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
Clifton Williams and the Blue James Band (Roots/Rock/Reggae)
The Blue James Band is a rock, reggae, folk, and funk train riding through the world of music. With catchy but complex musical style and a whole lot of swagger, this band has captured the souls of music lovers everywhere. The captain of the train is Clifton Williams. Clifton is a guitar-wielding, song-writing machine with a love for skillful rockin', ranging from Paul Simon to Metallica to Bob Marley. This love shines through the songs of the Blue James Band, which are funky, progressive, melodic, and always fun.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15
DinoRock (Puppets)
Dinosaur Babies makes the very real connection between dinosaur babies and human babies. After all 'we all started as babies.'
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2739 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The United States Navy Band "Commodores" (Jazz)
The United States Navy's premier jazz ensemble, the Commodores, offers the finest in America's classical music - JAZZ. Under the direction of Senior Chief Musician Randy Mattson, the group features 18 of the Navy's top jazz and Big Band musicians.
Lee District Park Amphitheater: 6601 Telegraph Rd, Franconia, VA 22310
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Bruce Ewan (Blues)
Bruce Ewan has been a part of the Washington, D.C. blues scene for more than two decades, including 13 years as leader of The Solid Senders. Hear why he's been described as 'a harmonica wizard' by The Washington Post.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday
The Back Roads Band (Country)
One of the Washington area's top retro honky tonk bands, the Back Roads Band plays country music like it was played back then, and in no time they'll have you out on the dance floor doing a boot scootin' two-step or snuggling up close for a buckle-polishing slow tune.
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday
*** Starlight Cinema "THE SMURFS" (Drive-in Movie) ***
Columbia Pictures; Directed by Raja Gosnell. Rated PG; 103 minutes; 2011. When the evil wizard, Gargamel, chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.
Trinity Center Parkway: 5860 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA
FREE 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
The United States Air Force Band "Airmen of Note" (Big Band Jazz)
Through the years, the Airmen of Note has presented its exciting brand of big band jazz to audiences throughout the United States, dozens of countries in Europe and Asia, as well as back home in the Washington, D.C., area.
Workhouse Arts Center At Lorton: 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, Virginia 22079
FREE 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
COMPLETE LIST OF PERFORMANCES THIS WEEK
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
The Back Roads Band (Country)
One of the Washington area's top retro honky tonk bands, the Back Roads Band plays country music like it was played back then, and in no time they'll have you out on the dance floor doing a boot scootin' two-step or snuggling up close for a buckle-polishing slow tune.
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Lovejoy Group (Jazz)
These indie pop rockers offer up introspective anthems rich in explosive vocal melodies, driven by railing guitars and balanced by subtle layers of piano and organ. Their music confidently claims the middle ground between pop and indie rock.
Nottoway Park: 9537 Courthouse Road, Vienna, VA 22181
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
Guy Mendilow Ensemble (World Music)
Get ready for an emotionally powerful, artistic voyage awash with warm harmonies, intricate textures and spellbinding rhythms. Starting in ancient Spain and winding through Sarajevo, Salonica and Jerusalem, the award winning Guy Mendilow Ensemble breathes new life into centuries-old Sephardi songs. Epic tales of sailors and love lost to the seas, fantastic dreams and the intrigue of kings and queens abound in arrangements that crackle with rich musical storytelling.
Grist Mill Park: 4710 Mt. Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Johnny Cash Tribute Band, Jed Duvall (Country)
Jed Duvall brings back the music and style of the legendary "Man In Black." Performing with the multi-talented Tennessee Quartette, Jed's authenticity and talent have won over Johnny Cash fans everywhere.
Lake Accotink Park: 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22152
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Hula Monsters (Swing/Hawaiian)
The Hula Monsters can be described as a swing band with a Hawaiian flavor. Their repertoire includes Hawaiian, rockabilly, blues, country and jazz standards - all with the Hula Monster Hawaiian accent. It may be difficult to categorize their music, but the common thread is fun! Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Veronneau (World-wide Jazz)
This group is at home on any stage, from an intimate jazz club to a world music concert to a folk festival. Dazzling Quebec vocalist Lynn Véronneau and her band have been taking audiences by storm with their multi-lingual blend of world-wide jazz featuring Brazilian samba, French gypsy jazz and swing classics.
Royal Lake Park: 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax, VA 22032
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
Rocknoceros (Songs)
Rocknocerus, the world's finest power trio for children, features Boogie Bennie, Coach Cotton and Williebob. Join this sensational three-man band as they perform original children's songs and much-loved favorites that will have you rockin' and rollin' in the woods!
Burke Lake Park Amphitheater: 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra's OTO Percussion Duo (Music)
OTO Percussion Duo introduces the percussion instruments that are the underpinning for the orchestra's music. Drums, marimba and other instruments lead children on a journey through 'What Is Rhythm?' with music ranging from Bach to ragtime.
E.C. Lawrence Park Amphitheater: 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly, VA 20151
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The GoodLife Theater (Puppets)
The Goodlife Theater presents 'The Rainbow Show,' a whimsical tale of a monkey who ruins a rainbow and needs help from the audience to find the colors. And there's a live music sing-along and a great introduction to puppetry for young children.
Lake Fairfax Park Amphitheater: 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, VA 20190
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra's OTO Brass Quintet (Music)
'OTO Brass Quintet' introduces the brass instruments that add brilliance to an orchestra's sound. Explore their designs as the Brass Quintet demonstrates how valves, slides and tubing shape musical tones in this boisterous performance.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Korean Cultural Heritage Night (Korean Dance/Music)
The Korean-American Association of Northern Virginia presents an evening of Korean culture, featuring traditional and folk music and dance and ending the evening with a Korean movie.
Ossian Hall Park: 7900 Heritage Drive, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. 703-324-SHOW (7469)
Starlight Cinema "THE SMURFS" (Drive-in Movie)
Columbia Pictures; Directed by Raja Gosnell. Rated PG; 103 minutes; 2011. When the evil wizard, Gargamel, chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.
Trinity Center Parkway: 5860 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA
FREE 6:00 p.m.
The United States Air Force Band "Airmen of Note" (Big Band Jazz)
Through the years, the Airmen of Note has presented its exciting brand of big band jazz to audiences throughout the United States, dozens of countries in Europe and Asia, as well as back home in the Washington, D.C., area.
Workhouse Arts Center At Lorton: 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, Virginia 22079
FREE 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
Clifton Williams and the Blue James Band (Roots/Rock/Reggae)
The Blue James Band is a rock, reggae, folk, and funk train riding through the world of music. With catchy but complex musical style and a whole lot of swagger, this band has captured the souls of music lovers everywhere. The captain of the train is Clifton Williams. Clifton is a guitar-wielding, song-writing machine with a love for skillful rockin', ranging from Paul Simon to Metallica to Bob Marley. This love shines through the songs of the Blue James Band, which are funky, progressive, melodic, and always fun.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15
DinoRock (Puppets)
Dinosaur Babies makes the very real connection between dinosaur babies and human babies. After all 'we all started as babies.'
Frying Pan Farm Park: 2739 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
FREE 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The United States Navy Band "Commodores" (Jazz)
The United States Navy's premier jazz ensemble, the Commodores, offers the finest in America's classical music - JAZZ. Under the direction of Senior Chief Musician Randy Mattson, the group features 18 of the Navy's top jazz and Big Band musicians.
Lee District Park Amphitheater: 6601 Telegraph Rd, Franconia, VA 22310
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Bruce Ewan (Blues)
Bruce Ewan has been a part of the Washington, D.C. blues scene for more than two decades, including 13 years as leader of The Solid Senders. Hear why he's been described as 'a harmonica wizard' by The Washington Post.
Mason District Park Amphitheater: 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
FREE 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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