About the Event:
Join us on Saturday, September 12th, as we turn the pages on our 90th Anniversary scrapbook of great musical memories at the Overton Park Shell. We start with selections from The Pirates of Penzance celebrating the M.O.A.T days to a swinging big band. The page turning continues as the finest Memphis musicians pay homage to Johnny Cash, the big E, Rufus Thomas, Bonnie Raitt, Little Feat, the historic blues festivals right on through to today’s amazing concerts.
Sounds of the Shell is presented by David, producer and author of Memphis Mayhem.
Artists Include:
Will Sexton
Amy LaVere
Jimmy Crosthwait
Michael Graber
Jacob Church
Chris Barnes
Al Gamble
Kelley Hurt
Joe Restivo
And More!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDES:
Pocket change weighing you down? Put those quarters to good use. Scottie’s Little Press will have exclusive Overton Park Shell prints in their mobile vending machine!
Perfect time to clean out the pantry! Table Spread Memphis will be on-site collecting cans to give back to our community.
The musicians aren’t the only artists bringing their talents to the lawn. Find River Arts Festival at the top of the hill.
Everybody deserves their flowers, and Midtown Bramble and Bloom is bringing a build-your-own bouquet station.
Hard of hearing? Cochlear can help with that.
Obviously, you’re a music-lover. Hit up Shangri-La at the Shell Shop for merch, vinyl, and more.
Know Before You Go:
Food Trucks: Soi No. 9 | BBQX | Odds Smash & Grab Burger Lab | Hot and Heavy Dogs | Mempops
Picnic baskets, coolers, beverages, blankets, and lawn chairs are always welcome. We also offer food and beverage for sale in the Autozone Food and Beverage Concourse. Dogs on a leash are welcome in designated areas. Overton Park Shell is a nonsmoking facility.
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