Natty Nation
2023-08-26 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Northside Market Place, Market Street, Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: For three decades, Natty Nation has been a cornerstone of the Midwest reggae music scene, spreading messages of unity, love, and social justice through their powerful sound and unwavering commitment to their roots. Formed in 1995 in Madison, Wisconsin, Natty Nation has become a beloved force in the global reggae community, blending traditional roots reggae with elements of dub, rock, and hip-hop to create a signature style that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Led by the charismatic and visionary frontman JAH Boogie, Natty Nation has consistently used their music as a platform for activism and empowerment. Their lyrics, infused with conscious themes and spiritual depth, reflect their dedication to uplifting humanity and addressing the challenges of our time. Over the years, the band has released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including “The Journey Has Just Begun…” (1996) and “Divine Spark” (2016), each showcasing their evolution as artists and their ability to stay true to the heart of reggae while pushing creative boundaries.

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Web: https://www.nattynation.com/
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James Tutson
2023-08-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Cardigan Park, 500 Huntington Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52245, United States
Sponsored by Unitarian Universalist Society and Peninsula Neighborhood

About: Iowa City’s James Tutson and his 5 siblings were the entirety of the church choir growing up. He was raised singing southern gospel every Sunday in a tiny chapel in front of a 10 person congregation. This heritage of soul music permeates his vocal styles and anchors his songwriting even as he crafts his current work telling stories of the modern world and his life journey. He is known for emotive/”raw” vocal performances, tight musical arrangements, and resonant songwriting, which has been described as a “gift for exploring the intersection between joy and sorrow”. James’ career has taken him to local backyards, dive bars, theater stages, music festivals, and NBC’s The Voice. James was named one of the 2023 National Endowment for the Arts, Iowa Fellows and has had the privilege of performing with great artists like Lake Street Dive, The Dip, The War and Treaty, Marc Broussard, Joanna Connor, Five for Fighting and more. He has recorded seven studio albums including his most recent “Fool For You”

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.jamestutson.com/
Other links: https://www.instagram.com/jtutson/
https://www.instagram.com/jamestutsonandtherollback/

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UPDATE: Nikki Lunden AND Saint Silver
2023-09-01 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Axiom Consultants
Tonight’s performance by Brad & the Big Wave is also their album release party!
Schedule:
6:30 PM: Nikki Lunden
7:55 PM: Saint Silver

About: Hailing from Iowa City, Iowa, Brad and the Big Wave have made a name for themselves with their versatile sound. Led by singer and songwriter Brad Pouleson, the band has released two studio albums, “Better Side of Life” in 2023 and “This Crazy World” in 2019, both of which have garnered regular airplay on Iowa radio stations. On stage, the band brings a wall of sound that can either rock the house or bring things down and intimate. Their songs, albums and performances are a journey and you’ll want to come along for the ride.
With the release of their second album “Better Side of Life” in the summer of 2023, Brad and the Big Wave have taken their signature sound to new heights. Since thy began in 2017, the band has succeeded at creating a deeply expressive musical sound. Led by singer, musician and songwriter, Brad Pouleson, the band can simultaneously switch from an intricate, soul-searching song, to a soothing ballad, to music that rocks the house. Drawing upon the diverse talents of veteran bandmembers John Kramer on bass, Doug Langbehn on keyboards, Connor Wade on percussion, as well as the breakout new talent, vocalist Katelyn Halverson, Brad and the Big Wave continues to forge new ground. Their debut album “This Crazy World”, released in the spring of 2019, quickly garnered attention on the airwaves. The song “Road to My Redemption” was a semifinalist in the 2020 Music City Songstar songwriting competition.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/bradandthebigwave
https://bradandthebigwave.bandcamp.com/releases

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About: Saint Silver is a 6-piece Midwest rock band from Iowa City, USA. The band formed in 2022 from a collection of X-gen misfits who met in Josh Silver’s basement and who all just couldn’t get enough Dead, Dylan, Marley, Beatles, and Neil Young. Performing original songs and covers, they fuse grass roots folk blues and psychedelic rawk with infectious grooves and a touch of reggae that will make you want to think, feel, and dance.

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Eat for the Arts at Vue Rooftop
2023-09-07 16:00 - 22:00 | Vue Rooftop, 328 S. Clinton Street Suite A, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Vue Rooftop on Thursday, September 7! 15%of your purchase will be donated to our free arts programming.
Sit out and admire the views with a delicious appetizer, entrée, and drink–it’s the perfect place for date night, happy hour, or just because!

Lou Sherry AND Worst Impressions AND Dolliver
2023-09-08 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Z’Mariks Noodle Cafe
Schedule:
6:30 PM: Lou Sherry
7:25 PM: Worst Impressions
8:20 PM: Dolliver

About: Lou Sherry: Iowa City Doom Lounge.

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Web: https://dentalrecordsic.bandcamp.com/album/lou-sherry-more-now-than-then
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About: Formed in January 2023, Worst Impressions is an Iowa City-based project whose music pulls from indie, surf punk, blues rock, grunge, and metal influences to create music that leaves an impact (or perhaps an impression!). Worst Impressions, led by local song writers Garret Hinson and Kuna, works to engage the audience by creating dramatic, dynamic shifts within their original songs and sets.

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About: Dolliver is named after a famous state park and formed in Iowa City, Iowa in the spring of 2022. It started out as friends skateboarding and jamming together to eventually becoming Dolliver. Dolliver is inspired to share the passion and fun in music by making it their own.

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Dave Zollo
2023-09-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Fairmeadows Park, 2451 Miami Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
In partnership with City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, there will be cookies, painting, and murals!
Sponsored by Firmstone Real Estate

About: Since bursting onto the midwestern music scene with the band High and Lonesome in 1992, David Zollo has had a busy career. Along with constant touring, in the U.S and Europe, with High and Lonesome (1992-1998) and his current band, The Body Electric (1998-present) Zollo has recorded 7 records of his own material. Despite the many things Zollo has done during his career, it is as a live performer that many feel he’s at his best.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.davezollo.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/david.zollo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBWcDyxS4LM

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TheZeffsterr AND Ivy Ford Band
2023-09-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by The Graduate Hotel
6:30PM: TheZeffsterr
7:30PM: Ivy Ford

About: Popular by his stage name “TheZeffsterr” born Nanya Z. Walker-El is an amazing performing artist specializing in Hip-Hop music. His achievements in the music industry has made him a pacesetter with trailblazing contributions to his brand and music career.
TheZeffsterr is the talk of the town according to his fan base out of Iowa City, Iowa as a creative and energetic industry professional with an indispensable passion for his art. Fan-nominated, Hip-Hop Artist of the year (per the Iowa Music Awards) TheZeffsterr has been one of the most consistent and critically acclaimed names in the Iowa music scene since his first release in 2017. Taking on the cover of the Little Village Mag back in 2021 along with many features in the Iowa Press Citizen, Daily Iowan and the Des Moines Register, TheZeffsterr is a very notable figure in the creative community.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.criticalmoneyinc.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/TheZeffsterr/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxA8o0TgdDRaf0AlHPQIQ-A

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About: Ivy Ford is a Chicagoland-based multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter. She has a diverse collection of musical influences but strong roots in blues and soul. In 2015 Ivy Ford’s career kicked off after opening for Buddy Guy in Chicago resulting in making a permanent impression that supported her place in the industry. In less than a decade, she has had several international performances including two tours in France and Belgium and performs bi-coastal in the United States regularly and in the Midwest region. Currently, Ivy Ford has three full original albums all of which have been self-produced and are accompanied by other released singles.
Some honorary mentions of Ivy Ford’s accolades includes numerous nominations for both her recordings and songwriting as well as performances. Several publications and top magazines including Frances, “Soul Bag,” and “Blues Matters,” in the UK have printed extensive interviews and support in her upcoming works. Ivy Ford is known for her musicianship and skill as well as her energy and experience she shares with her audience when she performs lives bringing an authenticity that is timeless.

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Web: https://ivyfordmusic.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/IvyFordMusic/

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Eat for the Arts at Get Fresh Café
2023-09-19 09:00 - 18:00 | Get Fresh Café, 109 Iowa Ave., Iowa City, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Get Fresh Café on Tuesday, September 19! 10% or your order will be donated to support our free arts programming!
Smoothies and Freshies are a MUST for staff during our festivals–we highly recommend! Stop by for a coffee drink and chia pudding on your way to work, and then go back for lunch or dinner. Try the Thai Peanut Wrap, Cashew Chicken Salad, the Big Cheese, or grab a lunchbox: a sandwich or wrap with two sides!

SFP Presents: Local Anesthetic w/ Ahzia, Ion Alexakis, Jim Swim and Alyx Rush
2023-09-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Elray’s Live & Dive

About: Although born in Tacoma, Washington, Ahzia Hester would go on to grow up in the state of Iowa. Here, he would discover his interest in illustration, writing and theatre. It was only until his final semester of High School that making music, particularly hip hop music, would catch his attention. A desire to roll out his own music would soon follow. His music would go on to infuse melodic production and clever lyricism to craft his own discography. With a few releases under his belt dating back to 2015, most recently, Zen (2017), & READY.SET.GO. (2018), time will tell what is in store next for the Midwest based artist. His latest endeavor is the 2021 LP Welcome To Nowhere, an offering jammed packed with sharp and honest lyrics painting the shades of life in a flyover state.

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Web: https://linktr.ee/signalflowproducts
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/SignalFlowProducts/

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About: Ion’s music is an inward reflection focusing in on resilience of the worker. Enduring the working class hardships through the Guthrie lens over a sonic guttural rawness that hones in on the prospect of our power as the people to maintain vigilance and hope. As a solo artist he has shared the stage with the artists such as GZA, Blackalicious, Black Moth Super Rainbow, Makaya McCraven, Dessa, Wyclef Jean & Black Milk.

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Web: https://linktr.ee/signalflowproducts
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/SignalFlowProducts/

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About: Artist/producer Jim Swim blends alternative hip-hop, indie soul, and bedroom pop to craft warm and wavy songs that move head and heart. Swim’s songs unwind like good conversation, moving from the everyday to the abstract, the personal to the universal, with honest ease. His original production, versatile flow, and lyrical insight have earned a loyal underground following that continues to grow.

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Web: https://linktr.ee/signalflowproducts
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/SignalFlowProducts/

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About: Alyx Rush is a sonic sorcerer who has been busy capturing hearts, minds and imaginations across the Midwest with an alluring R&B/pop sound that beautifully smudges the edges of both genres. Adopted as an infant and raised in rural Iowa, he has never been afraid to be his true authentic self. Casting his spell from under the underground, Rush has risen quickly with head-turning independent releases and captivating live performances at festivals and venues across the region. He is both technically gifted and rawly emotive as a vocalist, swooping through irresistible top lines on wavy production that ranges from winter ballads to summer sways. His sound can soar, swagger and swoon, sometimes all at once. Already recognized as one of the top artists in the area, Rush will push his wave even further this summer with a new EP, ‘After the Last Time’ his second collaboration with artist/producer Jim Swim. There’s no ceiling for this one.

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Web: https://linktr.ee/signalflowproducts
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/SignalFlowProducts/

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Casper (1995)
2023-09-23 19:30 - 21:10 | Johnson County Fairgrounds, 3109 Old Hwy 218 S, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States
NOTE: we have moved the movie inside due to forecasted weather! We will now be in Barn #2 . For a map with the specific location of the movie screen and parking (look for the gray “Screen” and yellow “Seating” rectangles), please click HERE.
Looking for a fun food option before the show? Chef Daniel Velasquez and his South Side Street Foods truck will be there! Learn more about his tasty fry bread tacos HERE.
Sponsored by Faithful Companions and The Kirkwood Room
Run time: 1hr 40 min
Rating: PG
Starring: Christina Ricci, Bill Pullman, Cathy Moriarty, Malachi Pearson
Plot: Casper is a kind young ghost who peacefully haunts a mansion in Maine. When specialist James Harvey arrives to communicate with Casper and his fellow spirits, he brings along his teenage daughter, Kat. Casper and Kat’s friendship grows as they deal with his mischievous uncles and a greedy heiress with plans for the mansion.
Watch the trailer HERE
*Start times are an estimation based on sunset and are subject to change.

Eat for the Arts at Harry's Bar & Grill
2023-09-28 07:00 - 21:00 | Harry’s Bar & Grill, 116 E. Washington St., 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Harry’s Bar & Grill on Thursday September 28. 10% or your purchase will help support our free arts programming!
Check out the fried chicken, breakfast food, and all the comfort food with attitude.

Winterland
2023-09-29 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by The Graduate Hotel

About: Specializing in the Grateful Dead’s catalog and sound from 1969 through the late 1970s, Winterland pulls you back in time to a place where the Dead’s rhythm and blues, folk and country roots were still deeply embedded in their music even as they explored the wild and experimental outer reaches of psychedelic rock. More importantly, though, Winterland channels the music of the Grateful Dead with uncanny authenticity, a sublime fidelity to the Dead’s musicianship, tonality and, in particular, emotional relationship with the audience. Walk into any given Winterland show and witness firsthand: every face is radiant, reflecting the elation of sharing — with the band and with each other — the pure, innovative, beautifully complex music of the Dead. This interconnectedness, which breaks down the barriers between people and music and allows everyone to become collaborators in an elusive web of fleeting, living art, represents an essential unity of musical experience. In other words, what Winterland has attained has proven to be a microcosm of the feat that the Grateful Dead of the late ‘60s to the late ‘70s achieved and escalated to a full-fledged cultural phenomenon. It is a thing of subtle and wily magic, not to be missed.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/winterland73/

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We Funk
2023-09-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Northside Market Place, Market Street, Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Northside Businesses

About: We Funk is a collective of local musicians and performers dedicated to the preservation of the motion of hips. Originally conceived in Iowa City, circa 2010, We funk has been reborn with a mission to connect you to the mothership. From the early 70’s to the now, We funk brings forth to you, the music of Parliament-Funkadelic, George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, Gary Sheider, Eddie Hazel and more from the “Funk Mob”. With a full Horn section, array of different singers, and about three rhythm sections, We Funk is definitely composed of this generation’s clones of Dr. Funkenstien. Have you experienced any missing funk? We funk has been sighted at several Eastern Iowa events and venues in the past. You may have not identified it at the time, but we can confirm multiple Camp Euforia, Gabes and Wildwood experiences from fans. We believe. We want you to believe.
We Funk consists of many musicians and incarnations. The full ship complement is as follows:
Derek Thorn
Ryan Casteel
Ben Soltau
Brett Messenger
Saul Lubaroff
Eddie Mckinnely
Bethann Heidgerken
Craig Heidgerken
Meghan Mcdonough
Brian Cooper
Katie Robins
Creighton Gaynor
Bill Peterson
Manuel Lopez III
Dante Ware

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Eat for the Arts at Sanctuary
2023-10-12 16:00 - 22:00 | Sanctuary Pub, 405 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Sanctuary on Thursday, October 12! 20% of your purchase will help us support our always-free and accessible arts programming, so eat, drink, and be merry!
The pizza is always a great option, or go for a Pub Burger! Vegetarian? The Royal Grilled Cheese is a delight!

Eat for the Arts at Alebrije
2023-10-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Alebrije Restaurant, 401 S. Linn St., Iowa City, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Alebrije on Wednesday, October 25! Please note that restaurant hours run 5:00-9:00 PM on this day.
15% of your purchase will help us support our always-free and accessible arts programming.
Where to start with this menu? Try the salsa sampler, and if you’re feeling spicy, try the Camarones a la Diabla. If not, the Tacos al Pastor are sure to please!

Eat for the Arts at BlackStone
2023-12-05 11:00 - 21:00 | Blackstone, 503 Westbury Drive Suite 1, Iowa City, 52245
Eat for the Arts at BlackStone on Tuesday December 5! 10% of your purchase will support free arts programming.
Eat in, take out, or order online!

Office Closed-Holiday Thieves Market Setup
2023-12-08 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
We will be onsite at the Hyatt Regency Expo Hall setting up for the Holiday Thieves, Market, December 9-10.

Holiday Thieves Market
2023-12-09 10:00 - 2023-12-10 16:00 | Hyatt Regency, 300 E. 9th St., Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
The 2023 Holiday Thieves Market will take place December 9-10 at the Hyatt Regency Coralville Expo Hall. On Saturday and Sunday, there will be a silent auction to benefit our free arts programming.
Cost:
Free! We never charge admission to our events.
Hours:
Saturday December 9, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday December 10, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Location:
300 E. 9th St. Coralville, IA 52241
Parking available in the Iowa River Landing South Lot.

Office Closed
2023-12-11 | Summer of the Arts Office, 319 E. 1st St., Iowa City, 52240, United States

Office Closed-Holiday Break
2023-12-18 - 2024-01-01 | Summer of the Arts Office, 319 E. 1st St., Iowa City, 52240, United States
The office is closed the last two weeks of the year, to allow staff to rest.

Eat for the Arts at Pancheros Riverside Drive
2024-01-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Pancheros – Riverside Dr., 965 S. Riverside Dr., Iowa City, 52246
Eat for the Arts at Pancheros Riverside Drive on Monday January 29!
ORDER ALL THE EXTRAS, because the money made from the extras will be donated to us to support our free and accessible arts programming! Please note that this is only valid from 4:00PM to 8:00PM, so go for dinner.
Eat in, take out, or order online, and make sure you get extra queso, guacamole, cheese, and/or protein!

Eat for the Arts at Twelve01 Kitchen and Tap
2024-02-07 06:30 - 21:00 | Twelve01 Kitchen and Tap, 1210 1st Ave., Coralville, 52241, United States
Eat for the Arts at Twelve01 Kitchen and Tap on Wednesday February 7! 10% of your purchase will support our always-free arts programming.
Eat in, take out, or order online!
Please note the hours:

Breakfast/lunch: 6:30AM-2:00PM
Dinner: 5:00PM-9:00PM

Eat for the Arts at Harry's Bar & Grill
2024-02-26 07:00 - 14:00 | IA
Eat for the Arts at Harry’s Bar & Grill on Monday February 26! 10% of your purchase will support our always-free arts programming.
Eat in, take out, or order online!

Eat for the Arts at Short's Eastside
2024-03-13 11:00 - 20:00 | Short’s Eastside, 521 Westbury Drive, Iowa City, IA, 52245, United States
Bring you loved ones and you appetite to Short’s Eastside in Iowa City.
It’s all happening on March 13, at 521 Westbury Dr. 15% of all purchases that day go to support Summer of the Arts and our programming. Have a bite with us and support some of the Corridor’s favorite local restaurants.
Bon appetit!

Eat for the Arts at Andale Andale AND Andale Cantina Bar & Grill
2024-03-28 11:00 - 21:00 | Andale Cantina, 780 Community Dr. #1, North Liberty, 52317, United States
It’s an Eat for the Arts delicious double!
Come out to either Andale Andale or Andale Cantina Bar & Grill. It’s all happening March 28 at 1451 Coral Ridge Ave in Coralville and 780 Community Dr #1 in North Liberty. 20% of all sales at either location go to support Summer of the Arts and our programming.

Eat for the Arts at The Wedge Pizzeria
2024-04-18 11:00 - 21:00 | The Wedge Pizzeria, 521 Hwy 1 W, Iowa City, 52246, United States
Save the date to grab a slice. April 18th is Eat for the Arts at The Wedge Pizzeria. 20% of all sales that day goes to support Summer of the Arts and our programming.

Eat for the Arts at Hudson's
2024-04-25 11:00 - 21:00 | Hudson’s Tap, 482 Highway 1 W, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States
Join us April 25 for a wonderful meal at Hudson’s in Iowa City. 15% of all sales that day goes to support Summer of the Arts an our programming.
It’s all happening in Iowa City. Save the date to savor the flavor!

Iowa Steel Band
2024-05-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Arts Share
Note: This concert will end at 8:00 PM.

About: The Iowa Steel Band, under the direction of Dr. Dan Moore, is among the most active touring ensembles from The UI School of Music. The band was formed in 1996 as an ensemble within the percussion studio at Iowa and typically features 15-20 performing members including undergraduate and graduate students.
For nearly 30 years, when most college students are packing their bags and heading home for summer vacation, members of the Iowa Steel Band load up into three university vans and a large equipment truck for a ten-day performance tour. Each Spring, the week after finals, the band travels throughout Iowa and the Midwest performing in schools, concert halls, community centers, shopping malls, train depots, churches, hospitals, treatment facilities, retirement homes, libraries, museums, parks, parking lots, and band shells—lots of band shells. Under the auspices of The Iowa Arts Share program Dr. Moore and the band have now performed in 47 of Iowa’s 99 counties and are still counting.

Contact Information:
Web: https://music.uiowa.edu/performing-opportunities/percussion-ensembles
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Clear Creek Amana High AND Liberty High Jazz Ensembles
2024-05-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Dr. Suzanne Stock Ped Mall Stage – Iowa Arts Festival, 210 S Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Sponsored by Shive-Hattery
Schedule:
6:30 PM: Clear Creek Amana High School
7:55 PM: Liberty High School

About: The Clear Creek Amana Jazz Ensemble is the premiere jazz band at Clear Creek Amana High School in Tiffin, Iowa. The band, made up of 16 students, performs at numerous concerts and festivals around Eastern Iowa, including the Liberty Jazz Festival and Coe Jazz Summit, and participates in the annual Corridor Jazz Project. Students in the jazz ensemble are involved in many other activities, including speech, drama, choir, and multiple different athletics. The students in the jazz ensemble are excited to perform again as part of the Friday Night Concert Series!

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Web: https://www.ccaschools.org/domain/3492
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About: Liberty High School is in its 7th year of existence and already achieving great success as a music department. This year, Liberty hosted 28 Jazz Bands from around the state at the 6th Annual Liberty Jazz Festival, while the Liberty Jazz Band has had performances at the Iowa City Jazz Festival, Simpson Jazz Festival, Coe College Jazz Summit, and the SEIBA Jazz Festival. Additionally, the Jazz Ensemble has performed 4 concerts in the community with many Liberty alumni performing in and around the Corridor in groups of their own.

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West High AND City High Jazz Ensembles
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Chauncey Swan Ramp, 415 E Washington St,, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
NOTE: due to today’s weather: 1) the location of this concert is the ground level of the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp (415 E. Washington St.) AND 2) tonight’s time is delayed, running 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Sponsored by Shive-Hattery
Schedule:
7:00 PM-8:05 PM: West High School
8:25 PM-9:30 PM: City High School

About: Iowa City West High School has three jazz bands with over 70 students involved. The Jazz Ensemble is a consistent participant in the Iowa Jazz Championships and regularly places in the top 8 4A bands in the state of Iowa. The jazz bands prepare four concerts throughout the year performing a wide variety of styles and genres of music. Recently, the jazz bands have performed at the Southeast Polk Jazz Invitational, LIberty Jazz Festival, Coe College Jazz Summit, Jazz in the Meadows, SEIBA Jazz Festival, and the Iowa Jazz Championships.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.iowacityschools.org/Page/16912
Other links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwRtssvIlkU

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About: The City High Jazz Collective is the upper-level big band in the City High Jazz program. The band maintains a busy performance calendar as they perform for concerts at City High, other performances in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids corridor area, and jazz festivals in Iowa and Illinois. The City High Jazz Collective performs for the following home events: the City High 4th Ave. Show Choir Winter Show and the City High Jazz Showcase (this year’s guest artist was trombonist/bari saxophonist Michael Dease from Michigan). In addition, the band performs at the Liberty Jazz Festival, the Coe College Jazz Summit, the Jazz In The Meadows Festival (in Rolling Meadows, Illinois) and the SEIBA District Jazz Festival.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.cityhighband.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/CityHighBands
https://www.instagram.com/cityhighbands
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About: The City High Jazz Ensemble is the premier big band in the City High Jazz program. The band maintains an extensive performance calendar as they perform for concerts at City High, other performances in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids corridor area, and jazz festivals in Iowa and Illinois. The City High Jazz Ensemble performs for the following events: the City High 4th Ave. Show Choir Winter Show, the City High Jazz Showcase (this year’s guest artist was trombonist/bari saxophonist Michael Dease) and the KCCK Corridor Jazz Project (this year’s guest artist was Kolbe Schnoebelen from the University of Northern Iowa). In addition, the band performs at the Liberty Jazz Festival, the Coe College Jazz Summit, the Jazz In The Meadows Festival (in Rolling Meadows, Illinois), the SEIBA District Jazz Festival and the Iowa Jazz Championships.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.cityhighband.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/CityHighBands
https://www.instagram.com/cityhighbands/
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