08/10/2024
Time: 8 PM
East Islip High School | 1 Redmen St, Islip Terrace, NY
Update: Due to the incoming storm, the Free Concert in The Park will now happen indoors at East Islip High School. The date and time remain the same.
original story below
The Islip Arts Council is thrilled to announce the return of the Free Concert in The Park on August 10, 2024, at Heckscher State Park. After a five-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this cherished 46-year musical tradition is back. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, and bring the family to enjoy an evening of spectacular music and celebration.
This year’s concert commemorates two significant milestones: the 100th Anniversary of New York State Parks and the 50th Anniversary of the Islip Arts Council. Under the baton of David Stewart Wiley, Orchestra Long Island will be joined by special guest soloist Eddie Barbash. Following the concert, attendees will be treated to a breathtaking Grucci Fireworks display, sponsored by Northville Industries.
CATCH A STAR UNDER THE STARS
Native Long Islander Eddie Barbash, a founding member of the house band for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, is celebrated by Jon Batiste as “one of the world’s most important saxophonists.” Eddie will perform pieces dedicated to his grandmother, Mrs. Lillian Barbash, founder of the Islip Arts Council. She first brought the NY Philharmonic to Heckscher State Park over forty five years ago. This concert is an important part of Long Island’s cultural landscape and has been for many years.
HELP FIGHT HUNGER WITH ISLAND HARVEST
Enjoying music under the stars with the cool breeze from the Great South Bay is magical. We invite the public to make the evening even more special by bringing a bag of non-perishable food for families struggling with food insecurity. Island Harvest volunteers will be on-site to accept donations, and you will be entered to win Dinner & A Show!
Thank you to our major Sponsors:
- Fireworks by Grucci
- Foundation for LI State Parks
- Jake’s 58
- Natural Heritage Trust
- New York State Parks
- Northville Industries
- The Ozarin Family
- Rechler Equity Partners
- Schneps Media
ABOUT ORCHESTRA LONG ISLAND
Orchestra Long Island carries forward the musical legacy of the Long Island Philharmonic, believing Long Island communities deserve to have a professional orchestra that invigorates, educates, and elevates the cultural landscape.
Led by David Stewart Wiley, Music Director, a leader in music performance and education on Long Island for nearly two decades, Orchestra Long Island (OLI) is a group of dedicated musicians and passionate educators on the fast track to becoming a nationally-recognized community innovator among regional orchestras.
