Ben Ferris Octet, No Name String Band

press release: JAZZ AT LAKE EDGE: On Sunday, Aug. 9, join Lake Edge Lutheran Church, 4032 Monona Drive, for our third annual concert in the parking lot!

At 6 p.m., we host the No Name String Band, a "new-time" Midwestern string band that combines a broad understanding of traditional Appalachian old-time music with a slew of original acoustic compositions. The music ranges from fiddle-led, foot-stomping barn dances to slower, introspective classical-bluegrass numbers.

Then at 7:15 p.m., the swinging Ben Ferris Octet takes over, playing music from 1920s to now with the sound of a big band and the clarity of a trio. 

This event is free and open to all! Bring a lawn chair and a picnic to share, or enjoy the offerings of Madison's newest (and only!) Puerto Rican food cart, El Coqui, with empanadas, yuca fries and more. Serving desserts will be Looking Glass Bakery, offering miniature cheesecakes in flavors like white chocolate, nutella and jalapeno lime. 

Date: Sunday, Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m.

Website: http://lelc.org/

Address: 4032 Monona Drive, Madison

Phone: 608-222-7339