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Free summer concert series returns to Lick Waterfront Live
at the Gantt Rise kicks off July8th at 7:00 PM.
Queens favorite free outdoor summer concert series Live at
the Gantt Rise returns for its 17th season this July at Gantry
Plaza State Park in Long Island City.
Presented by the Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens
(00:22):
College in collaboration with the New York State Office of
Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and with generous
support from the Mathis Fall Foundation, this annual series
celebrates the Burroughs diversecultural landscape with an
exciting lineup of live music set against the iconic backdrop
of the Manhattan skyline and East River sunsets.
(00:45):
Starting Tuesday, July 8th at 7:00 PM and running every
Tuesday evening through August 12th, audiences are invited to
bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, friends and family for
six weeks of unforgettable performances at 1 of NYCS most
scenic waterfront parks. This year S lineup highlights a
(01:06):
wide range of musical styles from salsa, country and jazz to
Afro, Caribbean rhythms and global sounds. 2025 Live at the
Gantry's lineup Tuesdays at 7:00PM Gantry Plaza State Park.
Free Admission July 8th 7:00 PM Miguel Anglo S Icons Celia Cruz
(01:29):
Miguel Anglo S 2nd episode of Icons celebrates the legendary
Cuban singer Celia Cruz in honorof her 100th birthday year.
Directed and developed by AdrianAaliyah, with musical direction
by Jamie Lozano and backed by anAll Star lineup of live
musicians and dancers, this highenergy concert pays tribute to
(01:50):
the Queen of Salsa while exploring themes of Latin,
cultural identity, resilience and the transformative power of
music. July 15th, 7:00 PM.
The Slide Stops The Slide Stops is a Brooklyn based honky tonk
band inspired by classic American country artists like
Hank Williams, Bob Wills and TheCarter Family.
(02:14):
Their set features country standards alongside original
songs, all delivered with a heartfelt style that S sure to
make you dance and cry. July 22nd, 7:00 PM Alfonso Horn
and the Gotham Kings Led by two time Grammy nominated trumpeter
Alfonso Horn, Gotham Kings is a high energy, immersive jazz
(02:37):
experience. Blending the sounds of New
Orleans with funk, jazz and hip hop.
This All Star band channels the youthful virtuosity of Louis
Armstrong and the innovation of King Oliver.
Their performances take audiences on a musical journey
through rags, stomps, shouts andfunk.
A joyful celebration that lifts the spirit and moves the soul.
(03:01):
July 29th, 7:00 PM. Rebolu With some of the finest
Colombian musicians in the United States, Rebola, founded
by Ronald Polo, Morris Kennett, Johanna Costagneta and Erica
Para, brings together a powerfulensemble rooted in the rich
musical traditions of their AfroColombian ancestors from the
(03:21):
Caribbean coast. Driven by strong, mesmerizing
rhythms and infused with modern urban Caribbean sounds, their
music pulses with contagious energy that goes straight to the
soul. August 5th, 7:00 PM, Malika's
Era. Jazz, rooted in African and
diasporic traditions, is definedby its spirit of improvisation
(03:45):
and few embody this more than Malika's era.
A Moroccan born, French raised and globally celebrated singer,
composer and producer, 0 fuses North African Jabby A Mezzi,
Berber and Nor rhythms with contemporary urban jazz, singing
in a Mezzi, Arabic, French and English.
(04:07):
Her velvety mezzo, soprano and multicultural sound have
captivated audiences worldwide, making her a powerful voice in
the global jazz scene. August 12th 7:00 PM.
Miraya Ramos Latin Grammy winning and Grammy nominated
artist Miraya Ramos is a powerhouse vocalist, violinist
(04:28):
and founder of NYC S all women mariachi group Florida Toloi.
A proud Afro Latina of Dominicanand Mexican roots raised in
Puerto Rico, she blends mariachi, salsa, merengue, hip
hop and classical music into a bold, signature sound.
(04:49):
Her versatility and rich tone have made her a standout in New
York S Latin music scene with features on albums by Luisito
Quintero, Chicano, Batman, Adrian Quesada and more.
Live at the Gantt Rise is a celebration of Queens, the
people, the cultures and the incredible talent that thrives
here, said John Yanofsky, Director at Kupferberg Center
(05:13):
for the Arts. We're proud to mark our 17th
season of this free series and invite the community to enjoy
live music in such a beautiful public space.
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM, July 8th toAugust 12th, 2025 Gantry Plaza,
State Park, Center Blvd. between48th and 49th Ave.
(05:37):
Lick, Queens. Free, no tickets required.
For artist details, park directions and weather updates,
visit kupferbergcenter.org. Live at the gantries About
Kupferberg Center for the Arts KCA The mission of KCA is to
provide high quality, accessibleand affordable cultural
(05:59):
attractions to the Queen's College community and the
borough as 2.4 million residents.
The largest indoor, year round multidisciplinary arts entity in
the borough, KCA features world class artists and performances
at its mainstage campus venues and showcases the talents of
emerging and regional artists inoff site neighborhood settings.
(06:22):
A leader in the cultural landscape of Queens, KCA
connects residents of the most ethnically diverse region of the
nation to their unique cultural heritages, showcasing these arts
to a broader audience and highlighting the contributions
each makes to the distinct nature of our campus and
community.
Free summer concert series returns to Lick Waterfront Live
at the Gantt Rise kicks off July8th at 7:00 PM.
Queens favorite free outdoor summer concert series Live at
the Gantt Rise returns for its 17th season this July at Gantry
Plaza State Park in Long Island City.
Presented by the Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens
(00:22):
College in collaboration with the New York State Office of
Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and with generous
support from the Mathis Fall Foundation, this annual series
celebrates the Burroughs diversecultural landscape with an
exciting lineup of live music set against the iconic backdrop
of the Manhattan skyline and East River sunsets.
(00:45):
Starting Tuesday, July 8th at 7:00 PM and running every
Tuesday evening through August 12th, audiences are invited to
bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, friends and family for
six weeks of unforgettable performances at 1 of NYCS most
scenic waterfront parks. This year S lineup highlights a
(01:06):
wide range of musical styles from salsa, country and jazz to
Afro, Caribbean rhythms and global sounds. 2025 Live at the
Gantry's lineup Tuesdays at 7:00PM Gantry Plaza State Park.
Free Admission July 8th 7:00 PM Miguel Anglo S Icons Celia Cruz
(01:29):
Miguel Anglo S 2nd episode of Icons celebrates the legendary
Cuban singer Celia Cruz in honorof her 100th birthday year.
Directed and developed by AdrianAaliyah, with musical direction
by Jamie Lozano and backed by anAll Star lineup of live
musicians and dancers, this highenergy concert pays tribute to
(01:50):
the Queen of Salsa while exploring themes of Latin,
cultural identity, resilience and the transformative power of
music. July 15th, 7:00 PM.
The Slide Stops The Slide Stops is a Brooklyn based honky tonk
band inspired by classic American country artists like
Hank Williams, Bob Wills and TheCarter Family.
(02:14):
Their set features country standards alongside original
songs, all delivered with a heartfelt style that S sure to
make you dance and cry. July 22nd, 7:00 PM Alfonso Horn
and the Gotham Kings Led by two time Grammy nominated trumpeter
Alfonso Horn, Gotham Kings is a high energy, immersive jazz
(02:37):
experience. Blending the sounds of New
Orleans with funk, jazz and hip hop.
This All Star band channels the youthful virtuosity of Louis
Armstrong and the innovation of King Oliver.
Their performances take audiences on a musical journey
through rags, stomps, shouts andfunk.
A joyful celebration that lifts the spirit and moves the soul.
(03:01):
July 29th, 7:00 PM. Rebolu With some of the finest
Colombian musicians in the United States, Rebola, founded
by Ronald Polo, Morris Kennett, Johanna Costagneta and Erica
Para, brings together a powerfulensemble rooted in the rich
musical traditions of their AfroColombian ancestors from the
(03:21):
Caribbean coast. Driven by strong, mesmerizing
rhythms and infused with modern urban Caribbean sounds, their
music pulses with contagious energy that goes straight to the
soul. August 5th, 7:00 PM, Malika's
Era. Jazz, rooted in African and
diasporic traditions, is definedby its spirit of improvisation
(03:45):
and few embody this more than Malika's era.
A Moroccan born, French raised and globally celebrated singer,
composer and producer, 0 fuses North African Jabby A Mezzi,
Berber and Nor rhythms with contemporary urban jazz, singing
in a Mezzi, Arabic, French and English.
(04:07):
Her velvety mezzo, soprano and multicultural sound have
captivated audiences worldwide, making her a powerful voice in
the global jazz scene. August 12th 7:00 PM.
Miraya Ramos Latin Grammy winning and Grammy nominated
artist Miraya Ramos is a powerhouse vocalist, violinist
(04:28):
and founder of NYC S all women mariachi group Florida Toloi.
A proud Afro Latina of Dominicanand Mexican roots raised in
Puerto Rico, she blends mariachi, salsa, merengue, hip
hop and classical music into a bold, signature sound.
(04:49):
Her versatility and rich tone have made her a standout in New
York S Latin music scene with features on albums by Luisito
Quintero, Chicano, Batman, Adrian Quesada and more.
Live at the Gantt Rise is a celebration of Queens, the
people, the cultures and the incredible talent that thrives
here, said John Yanofsky, Director at Kupferberg Center
(05:13):
for the Arts. We're proud to mark our 17th
season of this free series and invite the community to enjoy
live music in such a beautiful public space.
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM, July 8th toAugust 12th, 2025 Gantry Plaza,
State Park, Center Blvd. between48th and 49th Ave.
(05:37):
Lick, Queens. Free, no tickets required.
For artist details, park directions and weather updates,
visit kupferbergcenter.org. Live at the gantries About
Kupferberg Center for the Arts KCA The mission of KCA is to
provide high quality, accessibleand affordable cultural
(05:59):
attractions to the Queen's College community and the
borough as 2.4 million residents.
The largest indoor, year round multidisciplinary arts entity in
the borough, KCA features world class artists and performances
at its mainstage campus venues and showcases the talents of
emerging and regional artists inoff site neighborhood settings.
(06:22):
A leader in the cultural landscape of Queens, KCA
connects residents of the most ethnically diverse region of the
nation to their unique cultural heritages, showcasing these arts
to a broader audience and highlighting the contributions
each makes to the distinct nature of our campus and
community.
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