Enjoy the great outdoors while you listen to the Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra (GBYO) under sunny skies on the Great Lawn. For the third year, music lovers can delight in selections performed by the GBYO String Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Wind Ensemble. Bring your beach chairs, blankets and picnics!
This special performance, on June 3 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., is part of Pequot Library's Summer Music Series, and is free and open to the public.
About the Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra:
Founded in 1961, the GBYO offers one of the finest opportunities for young musicians in Connecticut with its developmentally progressive program. The organization’s five orchestras and a Jazz Band, gives ensemble members the opportunity to play classical music at the highest level both individually and collectively. To learn more about GBYO, visit gbyo.org.
All proceeds from ticketed concerts support Pequot Library’s free music events! Purchase a season ticket and enjoy all 6 concerts at a discounted rate!
Ticketed Events
Nicole Wang, Classical Pianist: Saturday, May 20 at 6 pm
Rex Cadwallader, Jazz Pianist: Sunday, June 11 at 2 pm
Alex Beyer, Classical Pianist: Thursday, August 24 at 7 pm
Free Events
Music of the Gilded Age, featuring Dr. Orin Grossman and Friends: Wednesday, May 17 at 7 pm
Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra Great Lawn Concert: Saturday, June 3 at 3 pm
Hungrytown Folk Concert on the Great Lawn: Tuesday, August 29 at 6 pm