Hirt Alpert
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Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Hirt Alpert
There was a time back in the mid-1960s where one arm of pop music sounded like elevator music crossed with the soundtrack to a wife-swapping pic — lots of verve and brass, no lyrics or singing. These were tunes for swinging, or at least contemplating it — though few ventured to say that aloud. That music returns in retro form with the cleverly named Hirt Alpert, a Madison Al Hirt and Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass tribute band. In this free Live from the Wonderground outdoor concert, get into a mid-century/Mad Men/Jackie/Twiggy/A-line/Laugh-In vibe with adult bevvies and snacks available for purchase. You’re welcome to bring the kiddos, but they’re not the star of the show. Whipped cream dress also optional. With Active Percussion Duo.
media release: Live from the Wonderground: Hirt Alpert (August 4, 5-8 pm)
Join MCM for a night of music, dancing, food, and drink for all ages in the Wonderground. Bask in bold and brassy tunes from Hirt Alpert, a local Al Hirt and Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass tribute band. Don’t forget to stick around for a Drop in the Bucket mini-set, performed by more local artists and staged in our Giant Bucket.
Admission is pay-what-you-can, no registration needed. Enjoy our cash bar with grown-up beverages and non-alcoholic options. Munch on light snacks available for purchase from our Camper Concessions. This concert is for ‘bigs’ and ‘littles’ alike–kids are welcome, but not required.