This Spring, the Missouri History Museum is host to one of the most exciting free concert series in St. Louis.
The snow in St. Louis has finally melted. It’s been a brutal winter, hasn’t it? We’ve spent days upon days cycling between sitting at home on the couch and getting bundled up to go outside to shovel our driveways. But, summer is drawing closer and we here at FreeConcertsSTL.com are getting more and more excited about what the summer holds.
The list is seemingly endless; sunshine, afternoons by the pool, ice cold lemonade, another great Cardinals season, etc. The one aspect of summer that we are most excited about is the start of the free outdoor summer concert season. There’s nothing as relaxing as sitting outside on a blanket with friends and family enjoying a glass of wine and some of the finest artists and bands that St. Louis has to offer. One of the most popular concert series that music fans can enjoy is Twilight Tuesdays at the Missouri History Museum. This concert series is held on the steps of the History Museum, and is presented in two seasons: Spring (running form late April through May,) and Fall (from late August through October.) The lineups for the Spring season have been announced. You can find them under the “Summer Series” tab on FreeConcertsSTL.com. This Spring, the bands will be:
1. Michael Fitzgerald Jazz Explosion
Date: April 22, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
The popular outdoor concert series returns with a season opener tribute to Miles Davis and David Sanborn by the Michael Fitzgerald Jazz Explosion. Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your picnic basket, and come hear some terrific music under a beautiful Forest Park sunset.
2. Fat Pocket
Date: April 27, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Founded in 2004, Fat Pocket is a six piece funk-jazz collective that prides itself on creating an atmosphere that inspires its audience to get out of their seats and dance.
Fat Pocket’s Official Website
3. Soulard Blues Band
Date: May 6, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Committed to their craft, The Soulard Blues Band has been performing for 25 years. They were awarded the title of “Best Blues Band” in St. Louis by the Riverfront Times from 1994-2005, and promise to put on a wonderful show at the History Museum this coming May 6th.
SBB’s Official Website
4. Dogs of Society
Date: May 13, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Founded in 2012, Dogs of Society pays tribute to one of the greats; Elton John. Come out and enjoy the classic melodies and sing-a-long lyrics that you know and love.
Dogs of Society’s Official Website
5. Groovethang
Date: May 20, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Groovethang has been performing since 1997. As a 7 piece band, they are committed to providing exciting dance and party music.Their Twilight Tuesday performance will be a musical tribute to the Doobie Brothers and other Top 40 hits from the 1970’s.
Groovethang’s Official Website
6. The James Family
Date: May 27, 2014
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
The James Family is a St. Louis area band that will be performing an evening of tribute to Ike and Tina Turner. Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your picnic basket, and come hear some terrific music.
The stage is set for a wonderful Spring. Be sure to mark your calendars with these great free events. Twilight Tuesdays promises to be a relaxing time on the lawn of the History Museum, with amazing music and a terrific atmosphere. We’ll see you out there!
For more information regarding Twilight Tuesdays, visit The Official Website and stay tuned to FreeConcertsSTL.com.