October/November 2010
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Autumn is here and in the drought stricken Midwestern US we’re still desperately hoping for rain! This summer’s lack of rainfall has been a blessing in disguise for festival goers. There’s nothing like a hot summer day surrounded by great music, delicious food, drink and of course, fireworks. For music lovers, it seems that the number of music festivals continues to grow and so does the opportunity to listen to many artists on multiple stages. And you don’t have to travel too far from home to find music festivals that feature almost every music genre such as Rock, Jazz, Blues, Christian and Country. As we watch opportunities for outdoor parties slip through our fingers, we still can reminisce about all the great fun that’s been had this past summer. It’s been a pleasure working with the following outdoor special events this summer and OTTO encourages our eNewsletter subscribers to follow the links below to learn more about these fantastic events! Atlanta Jazz Festival May 29 - 30, 2011
The 33rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the Country’s largest FREE jazz festivals. It is an annual musical showcase that celebrates jazz legends and up-and-coming jazz greats in venues throughout metropolitan Atlanta during the entire month of May. Culminating during Memorial Day weekend, May 29th and 30th, this year’s 2-day festival will featured show-stopping performances at Piedmont Park. Mark your calendar now for May 28 - 30, 2011 Hookahville May 29 - 31, 2010
Hookahville is an Ohio music festival institution celebrating its 16th year in 2010. Spring Hookahville was held on Memorial Day Weekend at Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio. Hosted and headlined by the Columbus, Ohio group ekoostik hookah, the music and camping event featured the talents of veterans of the improvisational music world, as well as some of the top younger talent the scene has to offer.
Appalachian Uprising June 3 - 5, 2010
Appalachian Uprising started as a way for fellow music lovers to gather and enjoy some of the best music on the scene today. Set in the beautiful Eden Valley Farm in Scottown, Ohio, Appalachian Uprising has grown to be one of the premiere festivals on the East Coast, as well as a stop for many national Bluegrass, and Newgrass acts.
BamaJam Music & Arts Festival June 3 - 5, 2010
The BamaJam Music and Arts Festival is a 3-day / 3-night music extravaganza created to celebrate the human spirit through music and arts and to provide financial support to help serve the needs of the people of Coffee County and the surrounding area in Alabama. Verizon Wireless sponsored BamaJam this year. The country music festival blends Bluegrass and Alternative bands to provide diverse artist lineups.
Mark your calendar now for BamaJam June 2 - 4, 2011!
Playboy Jazz Festival June 12 - 13, 2010
The Playboy Jazz Festival is an annual event sponsored by Playboy Enterprises to celebrate jazz as well as feature both established and up and coming musicians of the genre. The event is held the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the world renowned Playboy Clubs where many jazz greats got their start. In keeping with that legacy, the 32nd annual Playboy Jazz Festival presented a world class lineup of talent featuring the highly anticipated debuts of emerging young artists, celebrated jazz icons, and returning Festival favorites.
Wawa Welcome America! June 25 - July 24, 2010
Welcome America! is Philadelphia’s 4th of July celebration that spans 11 days showcasing all that America’s birthplace has to offer. Wawa Inc. has joined the festival as title sponsor, now named Wawa Welcome America! Though the festival name has changed, visitors enjoyed the great food, history, entertainment and fun they have come to expect from this incredibly Philadelphia celebration of the birth of our nation. There is something special for residents, visitors, teens, grandparents and everyone in between. The 4th of July concert and is the “Largest Free Concert in America”. This year featured not one, not two, but three fireworks shows that will lit up Philadelphia’s night skies. Start planning now for 4th of July 2011 and get excited for another 11-day Birthday Party to celebrate our nation’s independence in Philadelphia. http://www.welcomeamerica.com/
OpenAir Festival Snina Rock Pod Kamenom – August 13 – 14, 2010
Sninské Ponds again became a center of good fun and great music. For thousands of supporters of the Rock Festival the program included a full list of famous names and legends of the Czechoslovak and European music. For two days, Snina sounded of rock and metal. Rock music found its place among listeners of all generations as this legendary festival. Festival organizers promise great headliners again next year. www.rockpodkamenom.sk/ (Translate this page is recommended)
South Orange International Blues September 12, 2010
The South Orange International Blues Festival is an annual free day-long outdoor live blues festival held in September. The festival is run by the North Jersey Blues Alliance (NJBA), a non-profit performing arts education and advocacy group focused on the ongoing promotion, development and preservation of Blues music. Proceeds from the festival fund the Blues Education Initiative, an educational outreach of the NJBA to serve secondary and post secondary audio production and management education in Essex County New Jersey.
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