Live at the Bandstand Presents: “Generations of Sound”

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon and evening of live music and community celebration at our annual Live at the Bandstand Free Music Festival — “Generations of Sound.” 

This year’s lineup brings together powerful performances from across genres and generations:

 3:00 PM – 10th Mountain Division Band-Opening with a tribute to the late father of our founder, Ingrid Cleveland Gori — a Korean War veteran who hosted a beloved 9-year jazz festival at this very bandstand.
 4:30 PM – McKinley James-A 22-year-old guitar phenom delivering raw and soulful American rock, blues, and soul.
 6:30 PM – Baklava Express-Baklava Express is a NYC-based Middle Eastern fusion project, led by oud player Josh Kaye. The band performs original music influenced by the traditions of the Arab world and Turkey, as well as Jazz, Flamenco, and Eastern European Folk music. The eclectic influences and vast differences in the musical backgrounds of its members have created a group whose style is distinct, yet genre-defying.
 8:30 PM – Bruce Katz Band-Renowned Hammond B3 and piano master serving up an electrifying mix of blues, soul-jazz, and roots-jam music.

 Enjoy delicious eats from Elm Street Taco and Good Eaton’s BBQ, plus refreshing local brews courtesy of co-host 1812 Brewing Company.

 Co-Hosts:@10thMountainDivisionBand @BruceKatzBand @McKinleyJames @BaklavaExpress @1812BrewingCompany

 Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family — and enjoy a day of incredible live music, food, and lakeside vibes.

 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, artist features, and more. For questions or press inquiries, contact Ingrid Cleveland Gori: ingridclevelandgori@gmail.com
 (973) 943-7523

*This event is made possible in part with funds from Watertown Savings Bank, New York Air Brake, and a number of generous individuals in the community.