*Editor's note: what a perfect way to celebrate Father's Day! Head to downtown Ridgefield and treat dad to live music and fuel his creative energy! Thanks to the Ridgefield Arts Council for organizing this incredible day of music and art! *Image by Mary Harold
Make Music Ridgefield with Music & Art In The Park on Sunday, June 19 from 12 PM - 7 PM in Ballard Park
The Ridgefield Arts Council is kicking off Make Music Ridgefield with Music & Art In The Park on Sunday, June 19, in Ballard Park. Local musicians will be performing throughout the day, and artists will have their work on display at this free event.
This is Ridgefield’s first Music & Art In The Park event. All artists are welcome to create, display and sell their art. If you are interested in participating please fill out this google form: Music & Art in the Park ARTIST SIGN-UP If you have any questions, please contact Ridgefield Arts Council member, Jennifer Dineen at ridgefield@makemusicday.org or call: 484-639-7141.
Bring your friends and family to Ballard Park and enjoy a wide array of musical talent. Musicians will be performing, jazz, rock, blues, and everything in between!
12:15 - 1:15pm: School of Rock House Band
School of Rock is Music School reimagined. The patented School of Rock Method uses programs that are designed to encourage learning in a supportive environment where students of all skill levels are comfortable and engaged. We take the music school concept to the next level for kids, teens, and adults by combining 1-on-1 lessons, group rehearsals, and live shows into an authentic learning experience.
1:30 - 2:30 pm: Brian Butler Quartet
The Brian Butler Quartet, based in Fairfield County, is a straight-ahead jazz group featuring the wonderful vocalist Noreen Mola. The quartet is regularly featured separately or together in numerous venues in Ridgefield, Western Connecticut, and Westchester
2:45 - 3:45pm: 3PO
3PO is a multidimensional power rock trio, spanning decades of music, that they have given their eclectic personality to. The vocal harmonies, sometimes a cappella, brand their music with a style that is uniquely 3PO.
4:00 - 5:00: Scott Robert Trio
The Scott Robert Trio is a deviation from the standard. "I am most proud of our experimentation within this group," says Scott. "We play with time signature, key, feel, and stylistic changes with most of our rep, working to create our own unique imprint on each tune."
5:15 - 6:15pm: Tony & the Westsiders
Tony & The West Siders are a Classic Rock and Blues 3-piece band based in Southwestern Connecticut, known for eclectic set lists mixing timeless hits from the 50s-80s with vintage blues from B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, and more!
6:30 - 7:15pm: Daniel John Moriarty
Daniel John Moriarty is a Long Island native who got his start at open mics in Los Angeles. He played his first music open mic on a Sunday at the famous Kibitz Room and was asked to open for a band that Friday night having only played the guitar for one year; the rest is history. A mixture of pop, soul, blues and hip hop certain to delight all.
Instrument Donations at Sedona Art
Kiwanis Club of Greater Danbury is collecting new or used instruments that will be donated to schools to assist children who can't afford renting or buying instruments. Please show your support and bring an instrument to donate to Sedona Art, 450 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.
About the Ridgefield Arts Council: Founded in 1997, the mission of the Ridgefield Arts Council, a town-appointed committee is to inform, entertain, and inspire those who appreciate and create art in all its genres. The council generates attention for and facilitates collaboration between members of Ridgefield’s vibrant arts community.
About Make Music Day: Make Music Day is presented by the NAMM Foundation, and coordinated by the Make Music Alliance.
For more information on musician and venue registration go to www.makemusicday.org/ridgefield
For inquiries and general questions, email us at: ridgefield@makemusicday.org.