July 9 Summerfest Performance Showcases Hot Jazz Sounds of 1920s, ’30s, and ’40s
Cary's Booth Amphitheatre will come alive with the hot sounds of the New York City-based band the Hot Sardines on Thursday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m., in the season finale of the 2015 Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series. Gates open for the concert series at 5:30 p.m. Children 12 and under are free on the lawn. The North Carolina Symphony is presenting, but will not perform at the concert.
The Hot Sardines were formed when a born-and-bred New York City actor met a Parisian-born writer at an open jazz jam over a noodle shop in Manhattan. Bandleader Evan “Bibs” Palazzo, lead singer Miz Elizabeth and the Sardine ensemble of powerhouse musicians — along with their very own tap dancer — play “hot jazz” as it was in the era when live music was king… with a little glamour, a little grit and a lot of passion. Giving a voice to the history-defining jazz of the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s, the Hot Sardines’ vibrant performances bridge generations and captivate 21st century audiences.
This summer marks the 30th anniversary of performances in Cary and the orchestra’s 15th season in the stunning lakeside pavilion built by the Town of Cary, a major sponsor of Summerfest. While concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., concertgoers may bring picnics, blankets and lawn chairs as early as 5:30 p.m. to enjoy the striking natural surroundings before the music begins. Thanks to sponsor Golden Corral, children 12 and under are admitted free on the lawn, so attending a North Carolina Symphony concert at Booth Amphitheatre is a wonderful summer bargain for families.
General admission lawn seating to the Hot Sardines is $28 in advance, $30 at the door. Covered table seating is also available for $31 in advance, $33 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free for lawn seating at all Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series concerts.
The Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series offers music lovers a perfect family outing, and once again, concertgoers who display the biggest and boldest culinary skills can win prizes. The Whole Foods Market of Cary Picnic of the Week contest continues for the fifth year. At each performance, concertgoers selected as the best picnickers receive a $100 gift basket from Whole Foods Market of Cary. Two honorable mentions in the form of $25 gift cards are also be awarded.
Summerfest 2015 is presented by Rex Healthcare. Co-sponsors are the Town of Cary and First Citizens Bank, Summerfest partners are Golden Corral, MetLife, CaptiveAire, Synergy Spa / Collins & Franklin Plastic Surgery, North State Bank, Deloitte, LORD Corporation, Raleigh Windows & Siding, and Crabtree Valley Mall. Media partners are Cary Magazine, FOX 50, WRAL.com-TV5, MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM.
Booth Amphitheatre is located at 8003 Regency Parkway, just past the intersection of US-1 and US-64/Tryon Road, in Cary. Food and beverages, including wine and beer, are allowed on the grounds. For tickets, visit the North Carolina Symphony website at www.ncsymphony.org or call North Carolina Symphony Audience Services at 919.733.2750 or toll free 877.627.6724.