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R&B Night featuring Authorized Personnel

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Join us under the pavilion for the return of Authorized Personnel! Enjoy dancing along the Great Miami River to some of your favorite R&B and hip-hop favorites. Admission is FREE! Seating is limited, so we recommend bringing a lawn chair. The RiverScape Cafe will be open and offers hot snacks and refreshments for purchase. For those 21 and over, a variety of beer, wine and cocktails will also be available. The RiverScape Summer Music Series is sponsored by The Jack W. & Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation and Enterprise Roofing.

 

Share Wildermiss w/Opener Smug Brothers

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Thurs, June 20th 7pm: Wildermiss: “Wildermiss, an human indie rock band originally from Denver and now based in Nashville, released their first full-length LP in October 2023. Fronted by the human Emma Cole on vocals and synth, with fellow humans Joshua Hester on guitar and Caleb Thoemke on drums, their musical journey has taken them far and wide, accumulating more miles than you can imagine.

Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Smug Brothers: Riding the seismic waves of the first British Invasion, ‘70s power-pop, ‘80s post-punk, and ‘90s indie, Smug Brothers continue to fly the flag for guitar-centric rock n’ roll into the 21st century. Now in its 20th year, the band has connected with listeners worldwide over 10 albums, 6 EPs, and 6 singles, keeping one foot firmly in its roots while expertly expanding the band’s sonic range into the future.

 

Kick off the 2024 Eichelberger concert season of 44 FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton!

– All concerts begin at 7PM* with exception of select dates.

– You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (glass prohibited).

– Lawn chair rental available for a $5 donation.

– Food and beverage vendors on are onsite.

Wildermiss: “Wildermiss, an human indie rock band originally from Denver and now based in Nashville, released their first full-length LP in October 2023. Fronted by the human Emma Cole on vocals and synth, with fellow humans Joshua Hester on guitar and Caleb Thoemke on drums, their musical journey has taken them far and wide, accumulating more miles than you can imagine.

Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener Smug Brothers: Riding the seismic waves of the first British Invasion, ‘70s power-pop, ‘80s post-punk, and ‘90s indie, Smug Brothers continue to fly the flag for guitar-centric rock n’ roll into the 21st century. Now in its 20th year, the band has connected with listeners worldwide over 10 albums, 6 EPs, and 6 singles, keeping one foot firmly in its roots while expertly expanding the band’s sonic range into the future.

Fraze Adds Dylan Scott Concert

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Fraze Pavilion has just announced country artist Dylan Scott will perform on Friday, September 13th at 8pm with special guest Greylan James

Curb Records recording artist Dylan Scott is a triple threat — a powerful vocalist with a deep, unmistakable drawl; an old-soul songwriter with a young spirit; and a family man with a tender heart.

The ACM-nominated, multi-Platinum singer has notched four No. 1 singles at radio (“My Girl,” “Nobody,” “New Truck,” and “Can’t Have Mine”), as well as Top 5 hit “Hooked.” Following his first career nomination for “Best New Country Artist” at the all-genre iHeartRadio Music Awards and a coveted spot among Country Radio Seminar’s New Faces of Country Music, his Platinum-certified ode to his wife, “Nobody,” earned him a 2021 CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year.

Dylan presented the CMT Breakthrough Video of the Year Award at the 2022 CMT Music Awards on CBS. Scott earned a 2023 ACM nomination in the category, New Male Artist of the Year. Alongside Jason Crabb, Scott won his first GMA Dove Award in 2023 for the song, “Good Morning Mercy.” With career streams exceeding 2.5 billion, the Louisiana native has provided tour support for Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, and Chris Young, among others, cementing him as an in-demand live act.

Livin’ My Best Life, the latest album from Scott, features fiery, #1 lead single “New Truck;” along with viral TikTok ballad, RIAA Certified Platinum, #1 radio single, “Can’t Have Mine (Find You A Girl).”

TICKETS GO ON SALE 6/15 – 10:00 AM

$60 – Plaza
$55 – Orchestra
$30 – Lawn & Terrace

No ticket fee when purchased in person at Fraze FanFare
(Ticket prices increase $5 day of show)

Beavercreek Summer Concert Series Kicks Off with Comstock Lode

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Free Sunday Evening Summer Concerts at the Dominick Lofino Park amphitheater on Grange Hall Road, Beavercreek. Enjoy a diverse range of musical styles and genres courtesy of Beavercreek Parks & Recreation!

  • June 9, Comstock Lode: A classic rock and country-western band playing your favorite hits spanning from the 1960s to the 2000s.

Dayton Philharmonic announces new Music and Artistic Director: Keitaro Harada

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Photo of Keitaro Harada by Shin Yamagishi (Contributed)

The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance (DPAA) announced its appointment of conductor Keitaro Harada as the next Music and Artistic Director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra (DPO).

Maestro Harada will become the fifth Music Director in the orchestra’s 92-year history, preceded by founder Paul Katz (1933–1975), Charles Wendelken-Wilson (1975–1987), Isaiah Jackson (1987–1995), and Neal Gittleman (1995–present). Harada will begin his tenure during the 2024–2025 season as Music and Artistic Director Designate; he’ll assume the role of Music and Artistic Director on July 1, 2025. Harada committed to a five-year term with the option to renew.”

“DPAA is privileged to be working with such a stellar conductor with international scope and passion for local communities,” DPAA President and CEO Patrick J. Nugent commented about this announcement. “Maestro Harada has an impressive sense of artistic vision, community engagement, and commitment to our model of three arts in one organization. He also has a keen understanding of the business of the arts and can think in the language of finances and demographics as well as musical scores and artistic strategy. His technical and artistic abilities as a conductor are prodigious, and he electrifies audiences wherever he goes. He will be a major cultural force in Dayton, and we are delighted that he has agreed to lead the Philharmonic.”

Harada responded: “I am honored to join the DPAA family as Music and Artistic Director of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. As the proud leader of two profound American institutions, I look forward to immersing myself in the DPAA community while I continue in my present role as Music and Artistic Director with the Savannah Philharmonic. And as I build new relationships in the Dayton community and deepen my relationships in Savannah, I believe both cities will benefit from this tandem experience. I will forever cherish the Savannah Philharmonic—the organization that provided me with my first Music Director opportunity—while wholeheartedly embracing the Dayton community as we bring the performing arts to life throughout the region.”

Photo of Keitaro Harada by the DPAA (Contributed)

“The DPAA stands out to me as it brings together three art forms I absolutely love: orchestra, opera, and ballet,” Harada continued. “Dayton’s rich history and vibrant art scene will provide us with the inspiration and imagination to build collaborations that can only be achieved at DPAA. Having recently performed together, we began to discover the endless possibilities of our music-making and great community. I am deeply grateful to serve as the next Music and Artistic Director.”

Keitaro Harada is a recipient of the prestigious 2023 Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award, and as Music and Artistic Director of the Savannah Philharmonic in Savannah, Georgia (a position he’s held since the 2020-21 season), Harada has transformed the quality of the orchestra and energized its audiences through his imaginative programs and charismatic presence.

In addition to his American posts, Harada also acts as Permanent Conductor of the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra and is the Principal Guest Conductor and Artistic Partner of the Aichi Chamber Orchestra in Japan. Harada was Associate Conductor for four years at the Cincinnati Symphony and Pops, where he regularly assisted Music Director Louis Langrée (now Music Director Laureate) and collaborated with James Conlon and Juanjo Mena at the orchestra’s annual May Festival.

Harada was the top candidate among nearly 250 applicants from around the globe, according to Arts Consulting Group (ACG), which guided the extensive international executive search. ACG remarked that they had never before received such a response for an Artistic Director position. ACG screened applicants through a rigorous process that yielded a preliminary round of 57 candidates. After conducting initial interviews, ACG presented 27 candidates to the DPAA Search Committee for consideration. The diverse applicant pool represented 40 states and 26 countries and included a substantial number of candidates who self-identified as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+.

Photo by Masatoshi Yamashiro (Contributed)

Barbara O’Hara, Chair of the DPAA Search Committee, said: “I feel certain that our Dayton community will heartily welcome and embrace Harada and his family, as will all the musicians, ballet dancers, opera performers, subscribers, future subscribers, donors, and young musicians. To me, a fitting description of Harada is that of a Renaissance man! His background is so varied covering classical music, opera, and ballet as well as contemporary and pops. His rapport with the musicians is outstanding—he challenges them and is respectfully demanding of them. While in Dayton, one of his great desires is to become an involved partner with other performing arts organizations. So, here’s to a wonderful and exciting musical future for the Dayton Performing Arts Alliance as we welcome Keitaro Harada, the next Music and Artistic Director of the Dayton Philharmonic.”

Harada succeeds Neal Gittleman, who announced his intent to retire in May of 2022. Regarding Harada’s appointment, Gittleman said: “I’m excited to see where Maestro Harada leads the Philharmonic in the future. After 30 wonderful years on the podium, I look forward to enjoying what comes next from a seat in the audience. I sincerely hope that Harada finds, as I have, that the DPAA is a place to make great music and build great community. And wish I him, the musicians, and the audience all the best on their adventure together.”

Learn more about Keitaro Harada at kharada.com

Learn more at daytonperformingarts.org

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0D3UHyr5Yk

90’s Night featuring The Wet Bandits

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Beer, wine, cocktails and snacks will be available for purchase from the Cafe. McNasty’s food truck will also be onsite, offering delicious burgers and more. Seating is limited, so we recommend bringing those lawn chairs. Admission is FREE! Special thanks to The Jack W. & Sally D. Eichelberger Foundation and Enterprise Roofing for their support of the RiverScape Summer Music Series this season.

8th Annual Ohio Valley Indigenous Music Festival

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Join us for a weekend of world class award winning music featuring the Native American flute. This year’s performers include multi national award winners and nominees Douglas Blue Feather (OH) Lowery Begay (TN), Danica Lee (TX), Douglas Thunder Horse (IN), Billy Crowbeak (OH), Mark Camden (OH), Paul Nelson (OH) John DeBoer (OH) and the Miami Valley Flute Circle (OH). There will also be a flute makers showcase on stage Sat morning at 10 am and a community drum circle hosted by Douglas Blue Feather on Saturday from 8:00-9:00 pm. A few drums and percussion instruments will be provided, please bring your own.

This is a family friendly event with great music, vendors with Native American style arts & crafts, educational workshops & presentations, and great food. Our large performance tent is open on all side with chairs, professional stage, sound, and lights. This is an outdoor event that is free and open to the public at a beautiful public park with plenty of close parking, all with easy handicap access.

West Carrollton’s Summer Concert Series: Spungeworthy

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West Carrollton’s Summer Concert Series is back with Spungeworthy as the season opener!
Join us for some fresh tunes; grab your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of fantastic music. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chair or blanket, come for the music, and stay for the delicious food trucks!
May 30th – Spungeworthy
Event Time: 7-9 pm
Location: Right across from Fire Station #56 and beside the sand volleyball court.
Food Truck Lineup – open at 6:30 pm
El Meson
Lil Tiki Weenies
Krazy Eatzz
Beer & Water for sale – all sales support local West Carrollton Band Boosters

The Ultimate Elvis Show

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This is a high energy authentic reproduction of Elvis live on stage, starring one of the top young tribute artists in the country and the amazing Roustabout Showband.

Angelo Moore Dr Madvibe And The Missin Links

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Join The Brightside for a special evening with Angelo Moore Dr Madvibe And The Missin Links (feat Skabone Stan)

Angelo Moore is the legendary frontman of Fishbone and is known for his explosive on-stage presence, unique vocal talents, and mad musical skills on saxophone, theremin, and Hammond B3. Considered by many to be the world’s greatest frontman, Angelo’s musical talent knows no boundaries!

We’re excited to welcome home, Skabone Stan too!!

Boney James & Angie Stone Coming to Fraze

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Fraze has just announced Boney James & Angie Stone with special guest Aneesa Strings will play the Fraze on Friday, June 28th at 8pm.

Boney James

Boney James

Detour, on Concord Records, is chart-topping jazz/R&B sax player Boney James’ 18th studio album. Appropriately titled, this latest album is a subtle stylistic turn that builds on the commercial success of 2020’s Solid, his highest charting release ever on the pop charts, peaking in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200.

During his 30-year career, Boney has earned four Grammy nominations (“I’m not gonna lie… I’d still love a statue,” he says), two NAACP Image Award nominations and a Soul Train Award, while a dozen of his albums have landed at #1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Album chart.  His collaborators in the past include a who’s who of R&B and soul: Raheem DeVaughn, Faith Evans, George Benson, George Duke, Dwele, Al Jarreau, Philip Bailey, Anthony Hamilton, Jaheim, Eric Benét, Dave Hollister, Stokley Williams, Kenny Lattimore and Angie Stone.

Angie Stone

Angie Stone

A singer, MC, self-taught keyboardist, and prolific songwriter, Angie Stone’s first claim to fame was her membership in the Sequence, a pioneering hip-hop trio who arrived with “Funk You Up” (1979), the second release on Sugar Hill Records and the first rap single by an all-female group. Following a brief period with the post-new jack swing R&B act Vertical Hold, Stone began a fruitful and lasting solo career as one of neo-soul’s leading lights, known for providing sharp insight into romantic relationships with her smoky yet upfront voice. She established her solo career with a pair of gold-certified albums, Black Diamond (1999) and Mahogany Soul (2001), and added to her accolades with Grammy nominations in the R&B field for “More Than a Woman” (2002), “U-Haul” (2004), and “Baby” (2007). Increasingly occupied with acting roles, she has continued to record every few years, exemplified by deeply soul-rooted LPs such as Rich Girl (2012), Dream (2015), and Full Circle (2019).

Aneesa Strings

Aneesa Strings

Aneesa Strings is a bassist, vocalist, and composer from Oakland, California. She began playing professionally and recorded her first jazz album at just 13 years old. Aneesa received her Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California in 2014, when she released her first solo album A Shift In Paradigm featuring her single “Simpin”, produced by Patrice Rushen in collaboration with SFJAZZ. In 2016, Ms. Strings earned her Masters of Music in Jazz Studies at Michigan State University where she toured as the lead singer of the Bebop Spartans Big Band under the direction of Rodney Whitaker. Ms. Strings is fresh off the release of her 2019 critically acclaimed sophomore album WAYS, and has continued to tour worldwide with the likes of Duckworth, Jose James, Kandace Springs, and many others.

TICKETS GO ON SALE 5/25 – 10:00 AM

No ticket fee when purchased in person at Fraze FanFare
$75.50 – Plaza & Center Orchestra
$70.50 – Side Orchestra
$40.50 – Lawn & Terrace
Optional Lawn Seat Back rentals are available for $15 in advance.
(Ticket prices increase $5 day of show)
Limit 4 tickets per person first day of sale.

Hotel California – The Original Tribute to the Eagles

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When The Eagles stopped to catch their breath a few decades ago, having sold over 100 million records, collected six Grammy’s, and enjoyed six #1 albums, Hotel California began a pioneering journey through their history-making music that has taken this exciting band around the globe as they have thrilled hundreds of thousands of Eagles fans. Their dedication, unique musical gifts, and obsessive commitment to doing this legendary music justice have set them apart from the many Eagles bands that have come after them. Hotel California has shared the stage with the likes of The Doobie Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gretchen Wilson, REO Speedwagon, and many more, and they have changed an industry’s collective mind about how good a “tribute” band could really be. If you love The Eagles, then welcome to Hotel California –you’ve just found the next-best thing

Mozart’s Mass in C Minor

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A revered, sacred masterpiece and quintessential Classical Period work

With the Bach Society Chorus, directed by David Crean and accompanied by R. Alan Kimbrough
Featuring the Bach Society’s Guest Orchestra led by Concertmaster Aurelian Oprea

Mozart at the pinnacle of his genius

Springboro Summer Concert Series Returns

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Get your lawn chairs ready for a summer of great music! The city of Springboro is bringing back their free concert series. From classical to Big Band to R&B to fantastic tribute bands–North Park will be your destination for live music! 

Here’s the schedule

North Park

195 Tamarack Trail
Springboro, OH 45066

Crabswithoutlegs & Strange Ranger

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Crabswithoutlegs is a new 9-piece, original jazz-fusion band from Ohio. Most recently, they won the Ohio State University Battle of the Bands, and last year, they took the Dayton Battle of the Bands grand prize. They’ve perform at The Brightside, The Dayton Arcade, Levitt Pavilion, and various venues throughout the Columbus area, as well. They are stunning audiences with their undeniable talent!
Opening this show is fellow Dayton alums Strange Ranger
Doors 7pm, music 8pm
$10 presale, $15 day of show