Jazz night at historic Washington State Park: Music in the park
WASHINGTON, Ark. (KTAL/KMSS)—Music in the Park, a free summer concert series at Historic Washington State Park, will be themed 'An Evening of Jazz' this year.
Washington, Arkansas, was an important stop on pioneers' westward journey. Many of America's important frontier figures traveled through, and James Black, a local blacksmith, is credited with forging the first Bowie knife in Washington. The state park is intended to recreate Washington as it existed from 1800 to 1900.
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'An Evening of Jazz' is meant to honor local musicians, like Texarkana's Scott Joplin and his 'ragtime' music, and their influence on jazz. June 21 will feature the Majestic Jazz Band, William McNally performs on July 19, and the 106th Army Arkansas National Guard Jazz Band plays on August 16.
Majestic Jazz Band is a talented group of musicians who have performed across the region. The group consists of Candace Taylor on vocals, Josh Lawrence on piano, George Buckner on drums, and Jeff Madlock on bass.
William McNally is a world-traveled performer known for playing the music of Scott Joplin. Dr. McNally has a Doctorate in Musical Arts and a Doctoral Certificate in American Studies. He is also a two-time winner of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest.
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106th Army Arkansas National Guard Jazz Band is part of the Arkansas National Guard. Since World War II, the band has supported a music mission, performing frequently in front of military and public audiences.
All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. on the 1874 Courthouse lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.
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