A sizzling evening hosted in historic south side Benton Park
Celebrate summer by attending ?Samba in the City,? the second free Benton Park concert of 2009, featuring the lively music of Samba Bom! Saturday, September 12th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
WHAT |
Celebrate Summer with ?Samba in the City? |
| WHEN | Saturday, September 12, 2009 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
WHO |
Samba Bom openers by Sidney Street Percussion and by Golden Knights Drum Corp |
WHERE |
Benton Park @ South Jefferson Avenue & Arsenal Streets (across I-55 from Anheuser Busch) |
SPONSOR |
Benton Park Neighborhood Association |
COST |
FREE concert and open to the public; donation for ?Taste of Benton Park? food plate |
Benton Park Neighborhood Association (BPNA) welcomes music lovers of all ages to its second concert of 2009: Samba in the City. This unique evening event combines the soothing and festive music of Samba Bom with live art performances by Art Dimensions, a children?s paint area, and food from award-winning eateries ? all in the idyllic setting of Benton Park.
Headlining the concert, Samba Bom, which translates to "good samba," is a Saint Louis-based ensemble whose diverse backgrounds join together to celebrate Brazilian rhythms and melodies. Their repertoire includes fresh interpretations of samba classics along with original works, and even twists on American pieces. Samba Bom founder Moacyr Marchini explains, ?Mixing musical cultures only enhances the versatility and likeability of the Brazilian sound.?
For a small donation, guests have opportunity to sample signature dishes from various Benton Park eateries at the concurrently running Taste of Benton Park. All proceeds benefit improvements in this historic park.
Blankets, lawn chairs and beverages are welcome at the event. Bring your family and friends and discover historic Benton Park neighborhood. The evening is sure to be a memorable one of great music, food and art; it is FREE and open to the public.
The BPNA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible.