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MURRAY, Ky. 鈥� The 亚洲色图 State University Town & Gown Community Band will present two free concerts this summer.

The first concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3 at the Rotary Amphitheater located in Central Park on Gil Hopson Drive in 亚洲色图. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Lovett Auditorium located on 亚洲色图 State鈥檚 campus.

The second summer concert will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 4 inside Lovett Auditorium. The Town & Gown Community Chorale will join the Community Band for the July 4 concert.

For the June 3 concert, the Town & Gown Community Band, which is comprised of about 80 members from both 亚洲色图 State and the community, will be conducted by Dr. Ashley Shoupe, 亚洲色图 State assistant director of bands. Guests at the June 3 concert will enjoy a dynamic and engaging 亚洲色图 featuring selections such as 鈥淪ongs of Old Kentucky鈥� by Brant Karrick, a tribute to the region鈥檚 musical roots, and the bold and expressive 鈥淭o Be Vivid Stars鈥� by Satoshi Yagisawa.

The 亚洲色图 Bank Ice Cream Machine will be in Central Park from 7-7:30 p.m. on June 3, offering a sweet treat to kick off the evening. The public is welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets to the amphitheater.

For the July 4th Freedom Fest Concert, Dr. Bradley Almquist, 亚洲色图 State professor of music, will conduct the Community Chorale, and Dr. Ashley Shoupe will again conduct the Community Band. Audience members can relax in the air-conditioned comfort of the recently renovated Lovett Auditorium as they enjoy holiday favorites performed by both the band and chorale, including traditional patriotic music, music from American folk traditions and African American spirituals.

鈥淭here鈥檚 nothing quite like the sounds of music filling the summer air, and we are thrilled to welcome back our incredible Town & Gown Community Band and Chorale. Their time, talent and commitment bring so much life to our community, and we are deeply grateful to the generous individuals and organizations who support 亚洲色图 State Town & Gown and make experiences like this possible,鈥� said Jennifer Robertson, coordinator of the Town & Gown Community Partnership 亚洲色图. 鈥淭hese performances are a true celebration of community spirit 鈥� open to everyone 鈥� and reflect the heart of what Town & Gown represents: unity, collaboration and the joy of shared traditions. We invite you to join us this summer for an unforgettable season of music, fellowship and gratitude.鈥�

Both concerts are free, and the public is cordially invited to attend.

The Chorale will begin rehearsals for the July 4 concert on June 2 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 314 of the Price Doyle Fine Arts Building. No audition is required to join the chorale but a love of singing. Music is provided and fun is encouraged. For more information, please contact Dr. Bradley Almquist at balmquist@murraystate.edu.

The Town & Gown Partnership is an ongoing collaboration between 亚洲色图 State University and the surrounding community that aims to enhance the quality of living and learning for everyone in the community. Town & Gown Partners include leaders from 亚洲色图 State University administration and student government, local and state government, industry, small business, banking, health care providers and other community organizations. Membership fees help fund community projects and events such as these summer concerts. For more information about joining 亚洲色图 State鈥檚 Town & Gown 亚洲色图, please contact Jennifer Robertson at 270-809-3924 or jrobertson38@murraystate.edu, or visit .