Concerts in the Forest Series

Enjoy live music, food trucks, and quality time with friends and family out in nature. In partnership with Roots of American Music.

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Cost Included with admission

Enjoy live music in a gorgeous setting, great food, a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and quality time with friends and family out in nature. Off the GRIDdle food truck will be onsite, the Spice Grab and Go Café Cooler will be stocked, and libations will be available for purchase beginning at 5:30 p.m. Concerts will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This year’s concert series lineup is brought to you by Roots of American Music with generous support from JPMorgan Chase. Concerts in the Forest are included with Arboretum admission.

All concerts are free for members and included with general admission for non-members, except for Apollo’s Fire. Admission tickets are available up to 4 weeks in advance.

Wednesday, June 12: Liz Bullock

Liz Bullock is a music therapist and singer-songwriter from Cleveland, Ohio. Her original music is heavily influenced by folk, blues and soul. She has opened for artists such as Dionne Warwick and J.D. Souther. Liz’s work as a medical music therapist allows her to connect with her community and help patients heal through the therapeutic use of music. Her original music combines her powerful vocals with thoughtful lyrics to make for an engaging listening experience.

Wednesday, July 24 (new date): Lake Erie Roots Collective

Explore the magical time when country/folk/rock evolved and emerged with talented local musicians Andrew Bonnis, Christine King, Anthony Papaleo and Anthony Taddeo. Please note: This event has been rescheduled from July 10 to July 24.

Wednesday, August 14 (new date): Jul Big Green

Jul Big Green is a genre blending artist that combines Pop with Hip-Hop and Rock elements. Entertaining audiences with diverse musical arrangements across much of the East Coast and Internationally since 2015, this unique artist truly accomplishes his goal of having a song for everyone.. Please note: This event has been rescheduled from August 7 to August 14.

Wednesday, August 28th: Cleveland Wind Trio

Relax and enjoy the enchanting sounds of the local reed ensemble, Cleveland Wind Trio. Consisting of bassoon, clarinet, and oboe, the gentle notes will compliment the beautiful scenery around you. The perfect mid-week wind down awaits!

This series was arranged in partnership with Roots of American Music (ROAM). ROAM uses live music to educate, inspire, and comfort people in settings where exposure to music performance is limited or non-existent (music deserts). We serve Northeast Ohio citizens in K-12 schools, residential communities serving seniors, and assisted living communities serving the physically and mentally challenged.

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