The Big Time Jazz Orchestra calls Duluth, MN its home base and is made up of the finest big band jazz musicians in the northland. This includes collegiate and school instrumental music instructors as well as former military band musicians. The ensemble programs selections from such jazz masters as Thad Jones, Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Miles Davis, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Jim McNeely, Maria Schneider, Bob Brookmeyer, and Gordon Goodwin as well as doing works of its own ensemble members and other local composers and arrangers.
Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center is a presenter of a wide variety of musical genres. The concert series is a family friendly, family focused environment. All children, 15 years old and under, are admitted free to all of the LWPAC concerts. Relax and enjoy some quality time together in the Park this summer!
Gate opening into the concert grounds is at 6: 00 PM.
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to the concerts. All seating is on the lawn. Chairs can be provided for those in need on a first come basis. Picnic baskets are welcome provided they do not include glass, however we encourage you to support The Solon Springs Lions Club. They operate the concession stand. The menu includes brats, hot dogs, and snacks including freshly made popcorn, ice cream treats, beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water. The concession stand sells beverages in plastic or cans in keeping with park policy. A great fundraising opportunity for the Lions to help our community.
