Starry Nights

Free Outdoor Concert Series
GERLACH OUTDOOR THEATER

Series Sponsor

with support from

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets

to the Wilson Center's backyard

Fridays, 6:30 pm

Lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets are a staple of Starry Nights. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase from many fine local cafés and caterers. So, gather your family and friends, come to the Wilson Center, and listen to some great music under the stars!

• Rain or shine
• Carry-ins welcome
• Free parking
• No pets please

Starry Nights Orchestra with Florentine Opera

Friday, June 22, 2012

Another first for Starry Nights! This all-star orchestra of talent regional musicians will join forces with the performers of the GRAMMY winning Florentine Opera. This show will definitely be one worth seeing.

Sponsored by

The Wilson Family Foundation

Leahy's Luck, Celtic

Friday, June 29, 2012

Few bands can communicate Irish music’s great range of emotions as well as Leahy’s Luck. With passionate vocals and a talent for conveying the essence of Ireland, this Milwaukee-based band has been playing traditional and popular Irish songs throughout the Midwest for more than seven years. They have been featured at Milwaukee's Irish Fest, the Quad Cities' Erin Feis, and Chicago's Gaelic Park.

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Carey Ott, singer-songwriter

Friday, July 6, 2012

Hailing from the Chicago area, Carey Ott got his big break when his demo was passed on to Dualtone Records. Carey, not missing a beat, moved to Nashville and got to work on the songs for his first release, Lucid Dream. It was around this time that his song "Am I Just One" was featured on an episode of the ABC television series Grey's Anatomy, providing Carey with a boost that launched him from the indie circuit into the mainstream. Much like his musical heroes, including John Lennon, Cat Stevens, and Bob Dylan, Carey has an intrinsic sense of melody.

Orquesta Tumbao, Latin jazz, salsa

Friday, July 13, 2012

Comprised of the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Faculty Latin Jazz Ensemble, Orquesta Tumbao will make their performance debut at the Wilson Center. With their mix of Latin jazz and salsa they are guaranteed to get the audience up and dancing.

Sponsored by

Revolinski Maciosek Wealth Management Group

Southern Tradition, southern rock

Friday, July 20, 2012

Known for their gritty down-home playing, Southern Tradition has emerged as one of the premier Country Rock bands in Wisconsin. Blending together elements of Rockabilly, Southern Rock, Outlaw/Classic Country and Today's Country, Southern Tradition is known for pushing the boundaries of country music.

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Wilson Center Big Band with Jenny Thiel

Friday, July 27, 2012

The Wilson Center Big Band brings some of the best regional musicians together with rising star vocalist Jenny Thiel for another exciting summertime concert. Voted "Best Jazz Artist" in Milwaukee in the Shepherd Express 2008 "Best of Milwaukee" Awards, Jenny has a shimmering voice, perfect for the outdoor venue.

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