Blues and BBQ 2011
This is the true Bloomington Neighborhood bar-b-que.
With one of the smoothest voices in the Twin Cities Big Walter applause roars as Big Walter
takes his place on the stage.
With tunes like Sweet Home Chicago and The Way You Do the Things You Do Big Walter Smith
headlines Bloomington's Blues and BBQ Blockbuster again this year.
As Big Walter and the Groove Merchants power through the music, the only one on the hillside
standing bigger is Wilbur the two-story tall Famous Dave's mascot.
Skip dinner and eat on the hillside with Rich & Sassy BBQ available for purchase from Amy
and the crew at the Bloomington Famous Dave's.
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Trent Romens (7 p.m.) – Following in the footsteps of some great blues pioneers before
him, young guitar-slinger Trent Romens is also stepping off their beaten path to blaze his own
trail. With an electrifying stage presence and a deeply personal guitar-playing style, the
breakout newcomer is winning over an impressive string of audiences. His natural stage presence
is spellbinding and his music has the ability to absorb the audience; they see and hear
nothing but Trent and his guitar.
- Big Walter Smith
and the Groove Merchants
 (8:15 p.m.)– Smith celebrates life after
achieving 55 years as a lead vocalist and band leader in the music business. Blues, R&B,
soul, rock, country and reggae is what he sings about these days. Smith is Minnesota's most
honored and recognized bluesman. In Minneapolis, the legendary "Big Man of the Blues" has been
a fixture in the Midwest's blues scene since 1970. His 300 pound presence and velveteen voice
have graced nearly every blues and R&B stage in the Midwest, as well as the finest concert
halls, casinos and festivals.
No admission will be charged.
All schedules are subject to change. Follow the links or check the June issue of the Briefing or the Arts in the Parks brochure for this year's
schedule.
For more information or in case of inclement weather, contact:
Parks and Recreation 24-hour information line
1800 West Old Shakopee Road
PH: 952-563-8878
E-mail: artsintheparks@ci.bloomington.mn.us
Arts in Parks HOME | |
Monday Mornings Kids' Series | |
At the Normandale Lake Bandshell:
Evening Performance Series |
Summer Blockbusters |
Summer Fete |
Jazz Festival | |
At other venues:
Sandcastles |
Sousa Band |
River Rendezvous
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