I almost forgot to tell you about this FREE summer music festival (July 24 – Aug 1), sponsored by Target with media support provided by San Jose Mercury News & KDFC. Pack a picnic basket and a blanket and sit on the University lawn.
“Warm summer evenings, picnics on the grass and the music we all hum to ourselves–the Symphony’s sizzling summer festival of music returns to the green at San Jose State University — 100% free!”
WHAT’S THE DEAL: Target Summer Pops free summer concerts in San Jose.
WHERE: All performances held on the grassy mall at San Jose State University. Enter at 4th Street and West San Carlos; plentiful parking available nearby.
WHEN: July 24 – August 1, 2010.
- Saturday July 24, 7:pm: American All Stars (George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue)
- Sunday July 25, 5:30pm: To The Rescue – Target Family Concert (Casey at the Bat).
- Friday July 30, 7pm: Spanish Harlem Orchestra (New York City Salsa)
- Saturday July 31, 7pm: Here’s To The Ladies (Tribute to divas of Broadway)
- Sunday August 1, 5:30pm: Your Hit Parade (Big band hits of the 30′s & 40′s)
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I thoroughly enjoyed the Concert last night.
I especially enjoyed Jon Nakamatsu’s “Rhapsody in Blue”, just amazing! I’d say that was the highlight for me, but also “The Magnificent Seven” came in a close second.
Actually, the whole show was amazing. Completely enjoyable, the weather cooperated, and there was a huge turnout.
I’m looking forward to the next one.
This was a FANTASTIC concert. I attended the one on Sunday Aug.23rd where the symphony played the Star Wars and Superman theme songs, and a harmonica expert and the symphony played some amazing Blues and Amazing Grace. There was also the story of Lemony Snicket accompanied by the symphony. The weather was perfect for an outdoors concert. The music lifted my mood. It was great family fun enjoyed by all. Target even gave out free bottled water and harmonicas to the children. It definitely gave me a better impression of the sponsors including Target, KDFC, SJ redevelopment agency, etc…