A VARIETY OF MUSICAL STYLES WILL FILL THE 2007 SPRING SERIES DURING MUSIC ON THE PROMENADE |
LAKELAND, FL (January 11, 2007) -- The City of Lakeland will play host to a variety of musical styles as Music on the Promenade starts the spring series on Friday, February 16, 2007 with Millhopper, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The monthly music series takes place at the Lake Mirror Amphitheater which is between Hollis Garden and the Lake Mirror Center. The event is FREE to the public and families are encouraged to attend. There will be food and drink vendors on site so bring a blanket and enjoy the lake setting with music under the stars. All shows are at the Lake Mirror Amphitheater and are from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Millhopper (Rock) February 16, 2007
Millhopper has been playing in Lakeland for the past six years. The band has a full sound with three guitar players, bass, keyboards, and drums. Millhopper is six guys whose musical backgrounds are as diverse as their collective personalities. If there is one constant, however, it is the desire to entertain people of all ages with music they know and love. The band thrives on the audience’s participation and loves an enthusiastic crowd. When you hear Millhopper, you will hear familiar sounds and songs that cover a range of music from the 60’s to the present day.
Eric Darius (Jazz) March 16, 2007
On March 16, 2007 contemporary jazz artist Eric Darius and his quartet will take the stage. His awesome talent and unjaded enthusiasm make him an instant favorite everywhere he performs. Darius quotes his influences as John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, Kenny G and David Sanborn. He plays the saxophone, flute and the piano. This young star is fast becoming a regular on jazz radio. Eric Darius is an exciting emerging saxophonist whose versatility will be demonstrated as he hits the Music on the Promenade stage in March.
Uncle John’s Band (Grateful Dead Tribute) April 20, 2007
Uncle John's Band was formed in 1990 by a combination of talented musicians who love to play the music of the Grateful Dead. The purpose of Uncle John's Band is to recreate the atmosphere and musical adventure of a live Dead show. Over the past many years, Uncle John's Band has performed hundreds of shows full of musical energy and pleasure for all those who have attended. Over the last fifteen years the band has developed a loyal fan base in the thousands who enjoy the music, atmosphere, and experience of the Grateful Dead.
Lakeland Electric’s Music on the Promenade is proudly sponsored by The Ledger, the City of Lakeland, Lakeland Parks & Recreation Department, Center Door Productions and Lakeland Electric. Parking is available at the Lake Mirror Center's parking lot and in the Iowa Street parking garage. No glass bottles within the park please. For more information regarding the series, contact Kevin Cook at 863/834-6264.
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