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Summer Sounds - 2024 Lineup!


Join us this summer for a series of FREE concerts in the Quad on Wednesday nights at 7:00 p.m. from June 12–August 14. Bring a blanket or chair, a picnic dinner and some friends and enjoy great music from a variety of local bands.

 


JUNE

June 12: The Redmonds
Comprised of a stellar line-up of Chicagoland’s top talent, The Redmonds perform eclectic sets of classic rock, Americana, and originals.

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TUESDAY* June 18: The Bear Williams Trio
Bear Williams aka (Larry Kimpel) 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Winner is a Chicago-Based Blues/Folk Artist who records and tours internationally.
*Dominican University will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

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June 26: The Jonas Friddle Band
Singer, songwriter and Old-Time banjo player, Friddle's songs have received The John Lennon Songwriting Award, First Place in the Great American Song Contest and a nomination for Album of the Year in the Independent Music Awards.

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JULY

July 3: The Donna Herula Band
Blues singer, songwriter, resonator slide guitarist, Herula is a Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee.  She won “Best Traditional Blues Artist” and her album, “Bang at the Door” won “Best Acoustic Blues Album” at the 2022 Independent Blues Awards.  

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July 10: The Island of Misfit Toys 
The Island of Misfit Toys play a diverse set of music from the 70’s, 80’s and beyond.

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July 17: Mark Dvorak, a celebration of Woody Guthrie’s birthday
A special community event in support of Beyond Hunger with a food and toiletries drive.
The second half of the concert will include a “community jam” (local musicians are invited to bring their instruments and play along.)

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July 24: The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective
A multicultural band that pays homage to the roots of Afro-Caribbean music while embracing the contemporary flair of jazz and world music.

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July 31: Cheap Talking Wine 
A good time acoustic trio offering their unique take on a number of musical influences.

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AUGUST

August 7: Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole
A vibrant blend of Celtic, Canadian and Old Time sounds, this music bridges the gap between contemporary Canadian and Louisiana Cajun styles.

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August 14: Los Gallos
Chicago’s premier Chicano / Americana Roots band. Drawing upon traditional Latin sounds and American vibes, Los Gallos seamlessly fuse an eclectic mix of Cumbia, Norteño, Tex-Mex and Bolero with Country, Rock and Blues to create their innovative signature sound.

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