MURFREESBORO, TN - Busking. It's the activity of playing music in the street for voluntary donations – and we may see more busking in downtown Murfreesboro. That was Sarah Callender, Executive Director of Main Street Murfreesboro. She told WGNS that some have even studied the reaction of people who walk past street musicians.
As more living space is added to the downtown Murfreesboro area, additional retail, restaurant and office space will also increase. More residents will lead .
Murfreesboro is set to come alive this summer with the return of the annual summer concert series, kicking off on the first Friday in June at the Historic Murfreesboro Square. The “Friday Night Live” Summer Concert Series is free to attend, offering a perfect opportunity for the community to enjoy live music in a vibrant, outdoor setting… That was Sarah Callender, Executive Director of Main Street Murfreesboro.
In addition to the concerts, the Saturday Market takes place ever .
In recognition of International Jazz Day, celebrated on April 30th, Councilmember Jamie Gauthier has introduced a resolution honoring and recognizing legendary Philadelphian jazz musician Edward “Lee” Morgan (1938-1972).
The Library of Congress recently announced that it was adding Lee Morgan’s T
JazzFest
Main Street s annual JazzFest returns this year from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday to the Murfreesboro Public Square, with free live music from local and regional acts.
JazzFest is focusing on student jazz bands from noon to 4 p.m., followed by performances by three professional acts, including:
4 p.m. The Bryan Cumming Band
5:30 p.m. Alison Brazil’s band and special guest Yamil Conga on the drums
7 p.m. Music City Swing
In addition to live music, there will be a dozen food trucks and an interactive Kids Alley featuring hands-on musical activities.
Discovery Center will lead their “Shake, Rattle, and Roll” clinic at 10 a.m. on the stage in front of the historic Rutherford County Courthouse. Starting at 11 a.m., renowned musician Yamil Conga will lead a music clinic held at The Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., where he will perform on his drums and talk about culture, music and drumming.