That’s a wrap on the 36th season of the Lowell Summer Music Series.
It was a great summer of music at Boarding House Park, and we want to thank everyone who came out and was part of it.
We opened with Jessie’s Girl, kicking off the season with a packed night of ’80s favorites and a crowd ready to have some fun.
The next night, our Rat Pack Tribute brought the music of Frank, Dean and Sammy to the park for a free Sunday evening show.
The Fab Faux returned to Lowell and once again showed why they have been a longtime favorite at the Series, digging deep into the music of The Beatles.
JJ Grey & Mofro brought their mix of Southern rock, soul and blues for one of those warm summer nights that feels just right at Boarding House Park.
Weather sent Iron & Wine indoors to Lowell Memorial Auditorium, but the change of venue didn’t change the spirit of the night. It was a beautiful evening of songs and storytelling.
The following night, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram took over the Auditorium with a powerful performance that showed why he has become one of the biggest names in modern blues.
Ripe brought the party back to Boarding House Park with a high energy hometown show and a crowd that was on its feet.
Watchhouse was a perfect fit for the park, with great songs, harmonies and musicianship on a summer night under the stars.
Pink Talking Fish returned with their one of a kind combination of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish, along with the musicianship and improvisation their fans have come to expect.
The Record Company and Charlie Musselwhite gave us two generations of blues and American roots music on the same stage and made for a terrific double bill.
Lotus Land brought the music of Rush to Boarding House Park and a great crowd of music-obsessed, air-drumming fans to downtown Lowell.
The New England Film Orchestra returned for its fifth appearance with a free performance of “Movie Magic,” bringing a full symphony orchestra to the park for music from some of the greatest films of all time.
And we closed our concert season with the legendary Graham Nash. The harmonies, the stories and so many songs we all know and love made for a special final night of the season. Hearing that unmistakable voice and those timeless songs outdoors at Boarding House Park was a perfect way to close out our 36th summer.
Our season also included another summer of Free Fun For Kids, bringing free music and entertainment to families in downtown Lowell, and the annual Banjo & Fiddle Contest, continuing a Lowell tradition and celebrating American traditional music with players of all ages.
Thirty six years is a big accomplishment, and it doesn’t happen without a lot of people.
The Lowell Summer Music Series is a nonprofit organization. Thank you to our sponsors and supporters who help make the season possible. Thank you to our staff and volunteers who put in countless hours setting up the park, working the shows, welcoming our audiences and artists, and doing all the work that happens behind the scenes.
And most importantly, thank you to our fans.
Every ticket you buy, every donation you make, every friend you bring to a show and every time you help spread the word supports what we do.
There really is nothing quite like seeing a concert at Boarding House Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, settle in on the grass and enjoy live music under the stars in the heart of downtown Lowell. It is one of New England’s hidden gems and one of the most beautiful places to see a show.
Thirty six years is something worth celebrating, and we’re aiming for many more.
Thank you for supporting live music in Lowell and for another great summer at Boarding House Park.
See you next year!
