summer sounds concert series
The Allen Arts Alliance in partnership with Allen Parks and Recreation hosts the annual Summer Sounds Concert Series. Each Monday night for five-consecutive weeks, a concert begins at 7 p.m. in the amphitheatre at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center, 1201 E. Bethany. The concerts are FREE and provide a great family experience. A variety of concession items are available to purchase. See below for a list of this summer's scheduled performers.

May 19
EDS Jazz Band

A 23-member big band jazz ensemble and vocal group, comprised entirely of current and former employees of EDS - one of America's most innovative global technology companies. Now in its fifth year, the band has performed in support of numerous organizations to promote jazz in the community.

May 25
Allen Philharmonic Symphony

Celebrate Memorial Day as the symphony will pay homage to those who have served our country. We do ask attendees to be considerate of the veterans during this particular concert by asking all patrons to remain seated during the performance.

June 2

James Brandon and The Old No.6 Band
This is not your typical Top 40 working country band. Covering hits from timeless artists such as Merle Haggard, George Strait and Alan Jackson, they only play the best selection of classic country music with sounds of today and a few of their own mixed in as well.

June 9

4 Way Street
4 Way Street is the band that does Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young almost if not better than the original. Among the other artists they perform are The Byrds, The Hollies, Crazy Horse and more. 4 Way Street comes recommended as the undisputed champions of covers.

June 16

Mighty Marvelous Four
With their smooth moves and sweet harmony, The Mighty Marvelous Four have been around for six years. Featuring music from artists such as The Four Tops, The Temptations and Marvin Gaye, this group will have concert goers of all ages grooving to Motown Favorites.

June 23

Texas Gypsies

Formed by experienced professional musicians, including a Grammy winner and sidemen for famous recording artists, the band represents a love for a music that is "Pop Music, Swing or Hot Jazz from the 30s and 40s" along with a Southern Western Swing influence to create its own unique sound.

For more information on these and other special city events, please call 214-509-4811.