The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center (on State Route 73) in Townsend, Tennessee, presents a series of eight concerts beginning Saturday, June 17th. The performances will be held in the 500-seat open-air auditorium from 6 to 8:30 p.m. throughout the summer. Here is the musical lineup:
June 17: The noteworthy Broadway Swing Band, featuring "Marshal" Andy Smalls kicked off the concert series this past Saturday.
June 24: Enjoy some bluegrass and Americana mountain music with Wild Blue Yonder.
July 4: Jacqui & The Tumblekings will rock out on Independence Day playing their classic country-western music.
July 14: Come out for some good ole' ballads, stories, and Southern Appalachia style music with the Lost Mill String Band.
July 21: The Mystery Mountain Boys will begin their bluegrass set a little early, at 5:30 p.m. Come and feast your ears all night!
July 22: A unique performance of acoustic swing music will feature vocalist Nancy Brennan Strange with the Tennessee Sheiks.
August 19: Music from "The Bearded Old Time" will fill the night with delightful tunes.
September 1: Enjoy some moody, Chicago blues with Slow Blind Hill.
The cost is $4 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and students. Members of the Heritage Center and children ages 5 and under may attend for free. Bring cushions and blankets to make your amphitheater seats cozy, and bring some cash for refreshments provided by local vendors. Call 865-448-0044 with questions.
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