MARIETTA
Still Swinging at Glover Park
The 2012 edition of the Glover Park Concert Series in Marietta Square is still fresh out of the box. The second event of the season jumps, jives and wails to the sounds of the big band era. Founded and led by trombone player Les Still, Still Swinging consists of some of the same seasoned players you might see in the orchestra pit of the Fox or Chastain Park. Since it’s the holiday weekend, don’t be surprised to hear some patriotic tunes in the set. “America the Beautiful” and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” are a few of the many tracks in the band’s repertoire. They may even slide in a song or two from the late ’90s swing revival. Think “Zoot Suit Riot.” The concert is free, but tables are available while supplies last; $45 for a party of six, and $55 for a party of eight. Only blankets and lawn chairs are allowed in the park. Guests can stake their claim as early as 4 p.m. the day of the show. Tables and chairs may be brought and set up in the street on North Park Square after 6 p.m. The Glover Park Concert Series continues through September. Upcoming shows include Doobie Brothers tribute act China Grove (June 29), Yacht Rock Schooner (Aug. 24) and the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Jazz band (August 25).
8 p.m. May 25. Free. Glover Park, 50 N. Park Square, Marietta, Ga. 770-794-5601, www.mariettaga.gov/city/residents/parks/specialevents/concertseries.
