Festival Opening Night: The Music of Don Redman (free outdoor event!)

Special event/Opening Night concert

In collaboration with the Harpers Ferry Historical National Park, Harpers Ferry Park Association, and the Howard Burns Quartet

Join us for this one-hour sunset concert on the lawn of historic Storer College in Harpers Ferry for the music of jazz legend and Storer College alumnus, Don Redman. Back by popular request, ACMF String musicians are delighted to collaborate with the Howard Burns jazz quartet. Featuring original arrangements by ACMF artist Chris Jusell of some of Redman’s most celebrated jazz works.

Bring the family or friends and a picnic, kick off your shoes and unwind into a relaxing summer weekend in arguably one of the most beautiful settings in Harpers Ferry! 

Folding chairs will be available, patrons are welcome to bring their own comfy seating as well. Only outdoor portajohn facilities are available at this venue, accessible parking available on site. 

Register early to guarantee your spot indoors in case of rain.

Performers

Howard Burns Quartet | Howard Burns, Jeff Hiner, Jesse "Jay" Moody III, and Jon Ozment
Violin| Martin Gwilym-Jones, Chris Jusell, Rachelle Hunt
Viola | Sam Kelder, Danielle Wiebe-Burke
Cello | Katie Tertell 
Double Bass | Sam Suggs

Program

Howard Burns Quartet and ACMF musicians

Program TBA

Please note: Anticipated program and musicians are subject to changes.