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Green Music Center
Summer at the Green 2022
Performances include
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular ∙ Patti LaBelle
Free Community Concert featuring Villalobos Brothers and the Santa Rosa Symphony
Los Tigres del Norte ∙ E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial – In Concert
American Acoustic: Punch Brothers and Watchhouse Featuring Sara Jarosz
Fitz & the Tantrums and Andy Grammer ∙ Indigo Girls ∙ Movies at the Green ∙ pianoSonoma
(Sonoma County, CA) — The Green Music Center at Sonoma State University announced today its 2022
Summer concert season – Summer at the Green 2022. This new season features indoor-outdoor concerts
from popular artists including R&B/pop icon Patti LaBelle, multi-platinum hitmakers Andy
Grammer and Fitz & The Tantrums, Latin music icons Los Tigres del Norte, powerhouse folk
duo Indigo Girls, and the acclaimed folk/Americana groups Punch Brothersand Watchhouse.
Summer at the Green 2022 will also feature three collaborations with the Santa Rosa Symphony. The first of
these events, the 4
th
of July Fireworks Spectacular returns for the first time since 2019, with performances
by Sonoma County’s own Transcendence Theatre Company and Santa Rosa Symphony. The program will
include popular show tunes and patriotic classics, followed by a spectacular post-concert fireworks show.
Two weeks later, the Symphony will perform alongside contemporary Mexican fiddling ensemble Villalobos
Brothers for a Free Community Concert celebrating the richness of Mexican folk music with the intricate
harmonies of jazz and classical music.
For the final collaboration of the summer, the Green Music Center will screen Steven Spielberg’s
masterpiece E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial with John Williams’ Academy Award®-winning score performed
live to picture by the Santa Rosa Symphony.
All concerts take place in Weill Hall with seating both in the hall and on the outdoor grass and terraces of Weill Lawn.
Lawn tickets are $30 ($15 for kids 12 and under).
In addition to concerts, this summer includes four nights of Movies at the Green. Audiences can sit out on the
expansive Weill Lawn to watch new releases like Encanto and Spider-Man: No Way Home, in addition to family
favorites The Mighty Ducks, and both Sing and Sing 2. Admission to Movies at the Green is $5 for adults, and free for
kids 12 and under.
Patrons are encouraged to pack a picnic, or enjoy the wide variety of concessions available before and during
performances including meals, snacks, beer, and wine.
WHEN TO PURCHASE TICKETS
• Pre-sale for $1,000+ Donors: Tue, April 26 at 10 a.m.
• Pre-sale for 2021–22 Subscribers: Tue, April 26 at noon
• General on-sale: Thurs, April 28 at 10 a.m.
To purchase tickets to Summer at the Green 2022 visit gmc.sonoma.edu or call 1.707.664.4246.
Donors and subscribers will receive emails with direct links at the time their pre-sale starts.
Summer at the Green 2022
Weill Hall + Lawn
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Santa Rosa Symphony
Michael Berkowitz, conductor
& Transcendence Theatre Company
Monday, July 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $30-$60
The biggest fireworks display in Sonoma County returns with a bang! Join us for a family-friendly
celebration featuring Sonoma County’s own Transcendence Theatre Company and Santa Rosa Symphony in
an evening of show tunes and patriotic classics, followed by a spectacular post-concert fireworks show!
Bring the whole family – lawn tickets for kids 12 and under are half price! Families – Make sure to arrive
early and check out our Kids Zone beginning at 4:30 p.m., complete with carnival games, bounce houses,
and face painting plus food, music, and more!
Indoor and outdoor seating options are available. Indoor guests will be given time to relocate outside prior to
the start of the fireworks display.
About Transcendence Theatre Company
Transcendence is a nonprofit musical theatre company like none other. Their performers have sung on
Broadway, toured nationally and internationally, and earned film and major television credits. And their
work doesn’t stop when the curtains close. Their year-round education programs share the joy of theatre with
youth in the Bay Area and around the world.
About Santa Rosa Symphony
Santa Rosa Symphony is the Resident Orchestra performing in Weill Hall at the Green Music Center. A
regional symphony with a national reputation, the Santa Rosa Symphony continues to develop Sonoma
County into the premier destination for classical music. Its commitment to artistic excellence and innovative
programming has endeared it to audiences throughout Sonoma County and beyond.
Supported in part by Sonoma Cutrer, Clover Sonoma, and Exchange Bank
Patti LaBelle
Thur, July 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $30–$110
Beautiful simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. Over a
distinguished career, the soulful songbird’s name has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance, and
class. Belting out classic rhythm and blues, pop standards, and spiritual sonnets have created the unique
platform of versatility that she is known and revered for.
The same motivation that had Patricia Louise Holte blossom from a choir member to lead vocalist for Patti
LaBelle & The Bluebelles and later Labelle, to a solo artist, is the same energy that keeps her fire burning at
seventy-seven years young. “Each year I grow, and that’s a blessing from God. I do what I can do. I do what
I feel God has given me the energy to do, so I just go out there and I do it…it’s not about making money
because I don’t need money, but I need to sing. With a voice or without, I’ve got to get on that stage.” And
the world is thankful that Patti’s voice sounds so good to our ears.
Supported in part by Sonoma Cutrer, Redwood Credit Union, and The Press Democrat
Free Community Concert
Presented by the Green Music Center
and Santa Rosa Symphony
featuring Villalobos Brothers
and the Santa Rosa Symphony
Francesco Lecce-Chong, conductor
Sun, July 24 at 7 p.m.
Free tickets available beginning July 12 at 10 a.m.
Enjoy live music and warm sunshine at our Free Community Concert! A collaboration between the Green
Music Center and Santa Rosa Symphony, the Community Concert is a favorite, annual tradition. This year
features a leading contemporary Mexican ensemble – the Villalobos Brothers. With original compositions
and arrangements that masterfully fuse the richness of Mexican folk music with the intricate harmonies of
jazz and classical music, the Villalobos Brothers have delighted audiences throughout Latin America, India,
Canada, and in more than 30 states across the United States delivering a powerful message of love,
brotherhood, and social justice with brilliance, cadence, and virtuosity.
Supported in part by Balletto Vineyards and Redwood Credit Union
Los Tigres del Norte
La Reunión Tour
Sat, July 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $30–$105
One of the most popular and influential bands in the history of Latin music, Los Tigres del Norte have been
superstars for five decades. The band has sold over 40 million albums worldwide, while notching 24 #1
albums, more than 50 #1 singles, and placing more tracks (66) on the “Hot Latin Songs Chart” than any other
artist or group. Los Tigres del Norte has received countless Platinum records and numerous awards -
including multiple Grammy® and Latin Grammys®, the Latin Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement
Award, and The Hispanic Heritage “Legends” Award at The Kennedy Center.
Even after an unrivaled five-decade career, Los Tigres continues to be at the forefront of Latin music
popularity – still performing regularly throughout the US, Central and Latin America to audiences up to
100,000+ a night, releasing chart-topping albums and singles, and continually blazing new trails for their
music. Just recently, Los Tigres re-established the all-time attendance record at the famed Houston Rodeo,
eclipsing Cardi B, when over 75,000 saw the band in concert. Los Tigres was also asked to appear in the
opening segment of the 2020 Super Bowl’s global Spanish language broadcast.
Supported in part by Exchange Bank
American Acoustic:
Punch Brothers and Watchhouse
Featuring Sara Jarosz
Sat, Aug 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $30–$95
Craft Beer Festival
5–7:30 p.m.
$30
Punch Brothers are mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam
Pikelny, and violinist Gabe Witcher. Their accolades include a Grammy® for Best Folk Album for their
2018 release, All Ashore, and praise from the media, including The Washington Post, which said, "With
enthusiasm and experimentation, Punch Brothers take bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage, drawing equal
inspiration from the brain and the heart."
Since the ascent of Mandolin Orange 2009, the duo Andrew Marlin had co-founded in North Carolina with
fiddler Emily Frantz, had become new flagbearers of the contemporary folk world, sweetly singing soft
songs about the hardest parts of their lives, both as people and as a people. Now performing under the name
Watchhouse, a moniker inspired by Marlin’s place of childhood solace, they have reinvented themselves as a
band at the regenerative edges of subtly experimental folk-rock.
With her captivating voice and richly detailed songwriting, Sarah Jarosz has emerged as one of the most
compelling musicians of her generation. A four-time Grammy® Award-winner and ten-time nominee at the
age of 30, the Texas native is known for her critically lauded albums Follow Me Down, Build Me Up From
Bones, and Undercurrent, in addition to joining forces with Sara Watkins and Aoife O’Donovan to form the
acclaimed folk trio I’m With Her.
Craft Beer Fest
Pair your American Acoustic experience with our 5th Annual Craft Beer Fest! Featuring unlimited tastings
of stellar brews. The Craft Beer Fest will kick off at 5 P.M. and go until 7:30 p.m. Only $30 in addition to
your show ticket.
Supported in part by Cartograph Wines, Willow Creek Wealth Management, and Oliver's Market
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
In Concert
Santa Rosa Symphony
Sat, Aug 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $30–$95
Don’t miss Steven Spielberg’s cinematic masterpiece E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial with John Williams’
Academy Award®-winning score performed live to picture by the Santa Rosa Symphony, and experience the
magic once more!
Director Steven Spielberg's heartwarming film is one of the brightest stars in motion picture history. Filled
with unparalleled magic and imagination, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial follows the moving story of a lost little
alien who befriends a 10-year-old boy named Elliott. Experience all the mystery and fun of their
unforgettable adventure in the beloved movie that captivated audiences around the world, complete with
John Williams’ Academy Award®-winning score performed live by a full symphony orchestra in sync to the
film projected on a huge HD screen!
Fitz and the Tantrums and Andy Grammer
The Wrong Party Tour
Friday, August 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets $30–$105
Multi-Platinum troubadour Andy Grammer continues to engage, energize, and empower audiences with
stomping stadium-size pop anthems meant to be shared at full volume. His observations and affirmations
pick you back up when you need it, affirm your potential, and encourage you to keep going. His catalog
consists of numerous hits, including the quadruple-platinum “Honey, I’m Good,” platinum singles “Keep
Your Head Up,” “Fine By Me,” “Don’t Give Up On Me,” “Fresh Eyes,” “Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah),”
gold single “I Found You,” and the gold albums Andy Grammerand Magazines Or Novels.
Fitz and the Tantrums have quickly grown from independent upstarts to bonafide hitmakers. The LA-based
band recently released their much-anticipated, fourth full-length album All the Feels, featuring singles
“123456” and “I Just Wanna Shine.” All the Feels follows the band’s 2016 release Fitz and the Tantrums,
which spawned the group’s biggest hit to date, “HandClap.” The RIAA-certified 2x Platinum single has
logged more than 400 million global streams, went top 5 on both the Hot AC and Alternative Radio charts,
and also enjoyed major airplay across the country at Top 40.
Opening the night is genre-crossing singer, Breland. His high-profile collaborations include country
superstars Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, and Lauren Alaina.
Supported in part by The Press Democrat and Exchange Bank
Indigo Girls
Thur, Sept 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $30–$95
Released in 1989, Indigo Girls' eponymous major-label debut sold over two million units under the power of
singles “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” and turned Indigo Girls into one of the most successful folk duos in
history. Over a thirty-five-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta, the Grammy®-winning
duo has recorded sixteen studio albums (seven gold, four platinum, one double platinum), sold over 15
million records, and built a dedicated, enduring following.
“As time has gone on, our audience has become more expansive and diverse which gives me a great sense of
joy.” Jubilant crowd singalongs that often overpower the band itself are a trademark of Indigo Girls concerts.
The phenomenon epitomizes the sense of belonging and celebration that Indigo Girls’ music radiates.
Supported in part by Sonoma Cutrer
Movies at the Green
Brought to you by Bank of America
with additional support by Sonoma State University Involvement
Lawn tickets only $5 per person | 12 and under free
Encanto
Sat, July 9 at 5 p.m.
The Mighty Ducks
Sat, Aug 27 at 5 p.m.
Sing & Sing 2
Sat, July 23 at 5 p.m. | 7 p.m.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Spider-Man: No Way Home
Sat, Sept 10 at 5 p.m. | 7 p.m.
PianoSonoma
Vino & Vibrato
Chamber Music Festival
July 19 & 21
July 26 & 28
Schroeder Hall
All events $6 p.m. | $20 per show
• Contemplation
Tue, July 19
Join us for a contemplative journey exploring the music of CPE Bach, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, and
Rachmaninoff's first suite for two pianos performed by pianoSonoma Artistic Directors, Jessica Chow
Shinn and Michael Shinn.
• Nostalgia
Thur, July 21
An evening of nostalgia features music by Chopin, Debussy, Schumann, and a world premiere by
pianoSonoma's Composer in Residence, Shelbie Rassler.
Embraceable You
Tue, July 26
"Embraceable You" is our night of jazz and brings together all of our Artists in Residence, including
vocalist Kara Dugan, pianist Peter Dugan, and trumpet player Riley Mulkerhar.
• One Rainy Afternoon
Thur, July 28
We conclude our 2022 Vino & Vibrato concert series with "One Rainy Afternoon," another world
premiere by Shelbie Rassler, songs by Jules Massenet and Florence Price, and pieces by Medtner and
Prokofiev.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
• WEILL HALL
Sit inside for the most intimate concert-going experience. The back wall is open to the outside.
• TERRACED TABLE SEATING
Sit outside at a table for four and enjoy the views. Ideal for enjoying the music while dining with
friends.
• WEILL LAWN
Soak in the sounds of summer on the Weill Lawn. With views of the stage amplified by a large video
screen, the lawn offers the feel of a summer festival. Bring your own blanket or lawn chair.
About the Green Music Center
The Green Music Center is the performing arts center at Sonoma State University, a regionally serving
public university committed to educational access and excellence. As a cornerstone of Sonoma State
University’s commitment to the arts, the Green Music Center is a place to witness artistic inspiration through
year-round programming, serving as home to the Sonoma State University Music Department, the Santa
Rosa Symphony, and Sonoma Bach.
The mission of the Green Music Center is to present the most compelling artists of our time, to investigate
ideas, and to provide access to diverse artistic experiences that educate, connect, and inspire Sonoma State
University and neighboring North Bay communities.
Built to bring together artists, students, families, music-lovers, and more, the Green Music Center at Sonoma
State University is a gathering place for our diverse communities in Sonoma County to explore and enjoy the
things that move and inspire us. The center includes the 1,400-seat Weill Hall, with a rear wall that opens to
lawn seating for a unique summertime experience, and the intimate 240-seat Schroeder Hall.
ABOUT SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
Located in California's premier wine country one hour north of San Francisco, Sonoma State is a small
campus with big ideas. With a tradition of promoting intellectual and personal growth, leadership
opportunities and technological proficiency, SSU offers its students a friendly, safe and informal
atmosphere on a beautiful campus setting. One of the most requested campuses in the CSU system, SSU is
regularly named a “Best Regional University” by U.S. News & World Report.
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