Concerts in the Park

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Concerts in the Park

Join us for free musical entertainment with Concerts in the Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of music under the open sky at the Central Park Bandshell. We offer something for every age and taste.

This incredible musical showcase runs June, July and August starting at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Concerts and performances are subject to change. In the event of inclement weather, where possible, concerts at Central Park Band Shell will move inside the Music Centre.

2017 Concert Schedule

June Perfomances

Sunday, June 18 - Burlington Teen Tour Band, BTTB Alumni & Burlington Junior Redcoats
Over 200 musicians on stage as Burlington Teen Tour Band Alumni and The Burlington Junior Redcoats join the Burlington Teen Tour Band to open the 2017 Summer Concert Series and celebrate 70 years of music in the community by the Burlington Teen Tour Band.

Wednesday, June 21 - Silver Swing
A Big Band of local based musicians playing the big band standards in traditional style and harmony.

Sunday, June 25 - Milton Show Band
A harmonius ensemble with an ever expanding repertoire covering everything from Jazz and Blues to Rock and Swing.

Wednesday, June 28 - Dixieland Plus
9 piece group founded 20 years ago by Ancaster pianist Bill Middleton and dedicated to re-creating the free-flowing Dixieland style of New Orleans - PLUS some of todays more modern tunes.

July Performances

Sunday, July 2 - Burlington Top Hat Marching Orchestra
The unique musical styling of one of Burlington's most popular performing groups.

Wednesday, July 5 - Subourbon Street
Dixieland Jazz Band in the traditional New Orleans Style.

Sunday, July 9 - Burlington Teen Tour Band
Canada's largest and most award winning Youth Marching Band - The Pride of Burlington in Concert.

Wednesday, July 12 - Sophisticated Swing
Burlington based 19 piece plus Big Band formed by Burlington trombonist Carl Hamilton in 1999. The band plays the classic big band hits of the 40's and 50's - but specializes in all the musical genres from the 60's to the present day.

Sunday, July 16 - Weston Silver Band
In its 96th year - this two-time North American Brass Band Champions - Weston Silver Band traces its history back to 1921 when it was created as the Weston Boys' Band by George Sainsbury. Under the direction of Larry Shields, the bands membership is made up of accomplished brass players from the GTA and surrounding areas.

Wednesday, July 19 - Mississauga Big Band Ensemble
The Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble is a dedicated group of musicians trying to keep the sounds of the Big Band Jazz alive.

Sunday, July 23 - Andre Bisson
6 piece rhythm & blues band with the sounds of Motown. This group has performed in Ireland, England, and Wales and across North America.

Wednesday, July 26 - Mississauga Pops Concert Band
Local musicians who perform throughout the community, they entertain audiences with their repertoire of Pops, Broadway, Light 'n' Easy and Classical music

Sunday, July 30 - Lincoln Concert Band
With over 30 local musicians the Lincoln Concert Band performs at local retirement homes and festivals throughout South West Ontario.

August Performances

Wednesday, Aug. 2 - Caledon Concert Band
Community Concert Band performing all styles from Broadway to Beatles to Beethoven.

Sunday, Aug. 6 - Al Hirsch Orchestra
Dance Orchestra of local professional musicians providing music from the Big Band Era to Latin American Favourites.

Wednesday, Aug. 9 - The Hired Hitmen
Niagara's premiere oldies dance band featuring American Bandstand style jukebox hits of 1955-76. Listen to the nostalgic songs of rock and roll history such as Chuck Berry, Paul Anka, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Bill Haley and many, many more.

Sunday, Aug. 13 - Burlington Concert Band
Enjoy our Summer Concerts Finale with the Burlington Concert Band as they perform selections from Broadway, Classical & Contemporary.