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The 2009 TMEC lists more than 500 annual events featuring live music. To update listing information for your 2009 event, please contact the Texas Music Office at music [at] governor.state.tx.us or call (512) 463-6666.

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Sounds of Lewisville Summer Concert Series
June 2, 9, 16
Old Town Lewisville; Main & Church Streets
City of Lewisville
Melinda Stephens, Events and Promotions Specialist
606 West Mian Street; Lewisville, TX 75057
(972) 219-3712; Fax (972) 219-3719
Music: Big Band, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Latin Pop, Polka, Pop, R&B
Activities: Music festival, Concert Season
Every year, thousands gather on Tuesday evenings in the summer at the tranquil Vista Ridge Amphitheater to enjoy some of the area's best bands under the stars of Lewisville. Weekly concerts include a variety of bands from funk to rock to polka music. Attendance averages more than 1,000 guests at each free concert.

The Kids Are Alright Fest
June 2
Emo's; 603 Red River
The Kids Are Alright
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 505-8541
The Kids Are Alright Fest is a one day music festival for bands 18 years and under, Saturday, June 2 at Emo's in Austin, TX. Tickets are $7 for 18 and under, $10 for over 18. Fest starts at Noon. No outside food or drink are allowed. Tickets are limited and we expect to sell out so come early. The bands are :Deleted by the Artist, No tiger No, The Stumblers, Max & Henry, The Offisaurs, Keep it Save it, The Still Life, The Daze and The Steps. Visit www.thekidsarealrightfest.com for more info.

Hill Country Acoustic Music Camp
June 3 - 7
Schreiner University; 2100 Memorial Blvd.
Texas Arts and Crafts Education Foundation
Bob Miller
4000 Riverside Drive; Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 896-5711; Fax (830) 896-5569
Music: Bluegrass, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Music Camp, Jam sessions, classroom instruction
The 5th annual HCAMP will be held in Kerrville, Texas, June 3-7, 2009, featuring a stellar lineup of acoustic music instructors for all skill levels. The camp will feature classes and structured jams in banjo, dulcimers, guitar, bass, mandolin, fiddle and voice. Instructions will be suitable for novice to advanced players and special jam sessions tailored to your skill level. Classes will be limited to maintain individual attention and small class sizes. The camp will be held on the beautiful grounds of Schreiner University, a tree studded campus adjacent to the Guadalupe River in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Kerrville is 60 miles NW of San Antonio, Texas and 70 miles west of Austin, Texas on IH-10. Lodging will be in campus apartments with lots of time for informal jams and playing. Marriott Sodexho will be providing the meals on campus. There are RV campsites and motel rooms available in Kerrville. For more information on other accommodations, go to www.kerrvilletexascvb.com or call Kerrville Convention & Visitors Bureau at (830) 792-3535.

Bay Jammin' and Cinema Concert Series
June 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, July 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, August 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
Cole Park Anderson Amphitheater; 1700 Ocean Drive
Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department
Chris Kallas
1581 North Chaparral; Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 826-3410; Fax (361) 826-4301
Music: Blues, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Latin Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Tejano, World Beat
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
The Bay Jammin' Summer Concert Series has been expanded to include movies. Beginning in June and going through August, the Bay Jammin' Concert and Cinema Series will continue to feature a wide variety of live music through concerts every Thursday evening from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. In addition, every Friday will feature a PG, G or non-rated movie beginning at dark-thirty (times change throughout the seasons). Cole Park's Anderson Ampitheater is a beautiful location, right on the bay. Food and drinks (non-alcoholic) are available from vendors. Bring your chairs or spread a blanket and enjoy the balmy breezes and beautiful starlight nights overlooking Corpus Christi.

Crosby Annual Fair and Rodeo
June 4 - 13
Crosby Fairgrounds; FM 2100 in Northeast Harris County
Crosby Fair and Rodeo Association
Shirley Rogers
P.O. Box 1546; Crosby, TX 77532
(281) 328-2113; Fax (281) 328-0453
Music: Country, Cowboy
Activities: County fair, Rodeo, carnival, commercial activities, cookoff
The Crosby Fair and Rodeo is an official PRCA sanctioned event featuring top Nashville entertainers. The fair features many activities for children.

Hot Summer Nights
June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Municipal Building grounds; Corner of Elm and Rusk
Sherman Chamber of Commerce
Shawnda Rains
P.O. Box 1029; Sherman, TX 75091-1029
(903) 957-0310; (888) 893-1188; Fax (903) 893-4266
Music: Big Band, Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Children's, Christian, Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Polka, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Concert season
Sherman Rocks! And swings and shuffles and polkas - every summer during June and July. On Thursday nights during the summer, bring the kids, the lawn chairs, your granny and your dog to enjoy live music every Thursday evening. Music starts at 7:30 and goes until the performers are pooped. Past performers: Brave Combo, Slaid Cleaves, Steve Fromholz, Terri Hendrix with Lloyd Maines, Bugs Henderson, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Sara Hickman, Jack Ingram, Davin James, Kenny & the Kasuals, Jim Lauderdale, Charlie Robison, Willis Alan Ramsey, Max Stalling, Larry Joe Taylor, Hank Thompson, Trout Fishing, Doyle Bramhall, The Gourds, Radney Foster, Billy Joe Shaver - the list (and the beat) goes on.

Music in the Park
June 4,11,18,25
Westlake Park; 600 Gross Road
Mesquite Symphonic Band
Scott Taylor, President
1527 North Galloway Avenue; Mesquite, TX 75149-2327
(972) 216-9309; (972) 216-8125
Music: Big Band, Classical, Pop
Monday Music in the Park in Mesquite is held every Monday night in June at 7:15 p.m. in Westlake Park by the cottage. Admission is free and the audience is invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic. Concessions will be available as well. Each week the Mesquite Symphonic Band will perform a different program.

The Sounds of Texas
June 4, 11, 18, 25
Town Square; Levelland
Levelland Chamber of Commerce / Texas Music Supply
John Hartin, Mary Siders
809 Houston Street; Levelland, TX 79336
(806) 894-3736; (806) 894-3157; Fax (806) 894-6949
Music: Bluegrass, Country, Tejano
Activities: Music festival, Thursday Night concerts in Ju
The Sounds of Texas is a free community musical, featuring country, bluegrass, western swing, tejano, rock and blues performers from Texas. The location is the Gazebo on the Courthouse Square on the 800 Block of Houston Street. The music starts at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday in June. In the event of inclement weather performances will be held at the First Baptist Church in the activities building, on the 300 block of Houston Street.

Summer in the Park
June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13
San Marcos Plaza; 206 North CM Allen Parkway
San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department
Lauren Davis, Communications Coordinator
202 North CM Allen Parkway; San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 393-5900
Music: Big Band, Bluegrass, Classical, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Rockabilly, Tejano
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
Enjoy free music on the banks of the San Marcos River at the 23rd annual Summer in the Park outdoor concert series Thursdays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. from June 4 through August 13 at San Marcos Plaza. Performances this season include: June 4 The Derailers, June 11 Mariachi Nueva Generacion, June 18 O'Malarkey and Joel Schwartz Band, June 25 Kent Finlay's Songwriters Circle, July 2 Hill Country Community Band, July 9 Terri Hendrix Band, July 16 Hill Country Brass, July 23 Mission City Hot Rhythm Cats, July 30 Salsa Del Rio, Aug 6 Heart of Texas Chorus and Aug 13 Two Tons of Steel.

AlleyFest
June 5-7
Downtown; Longview
One Hundred Acres of Heritage
Elaine Reynolds
410 North Center Street; Longview, TX 75601
(903) 237-4040; (903) 237-4000; Fax (903) 237-4049
Music: Blues, Pop, R&B, Rock
Activities: Music festival, Street dance
AlleyFest is Longview’s summer signature event, held in downtown. AlleyFest offers fine art, arts and crafts, various genre’s of music, Kids Fest, a 10k and 5k run, great food, and more. Arts and craft vendors are encouraged to apply. The headline band at 10 pm Saturday is the legendary Foghat.

American Bank of Texas Frisco Grooves ~ 2
June 5, 12, 19, 26
Warren Sports Complex; 7599 El Dorado, Frisco
American Bank of Texas
Ginger Nye, Marketing Director
1900 Preston Road, Suite 267-294; Plano, TX 75093
(972) 335-3330; (972) 335-1900; Fax (972) 335-3331
Music: Blues, Country, Polka
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
In the same spirit as the independent, Texas-owned bank, The American Bank of Texas, has taken the lead to bring authentic, family entertainment to Frisco through the 4th Annual American Bank of Texas Frisco Grooves concert series. Each Friday night in June at 7:30 p.m., a leading Texas artist will provide a live concert- Eleven Hundred Springson June 5, The Joe Jonas Band on June 12, Brave Combo on June 19 and Carolyn Wonderland on June 26. Each concert takes place at Warren Sports Complex on Eldorado between Preston and Dallas North Tollway in Frisco. Open to the public. Wagons and picnics welcome. Bare feet, dancing as well as kids rolling around in the grass are encouraged. Concessions and CD sales will be available on site. Parking is available throughout the park and overflow parking is across the street at St. Francis Catholic Church. Frisco Grooves is made possible with the support of the City of Frisco and Frisco Parks & Recreation Department. For more information, please visit www.friscogrooves.org and or call 972-335-1900. Inclement weather questions 972-377-1752.

Concerts in the Garden Summer Music Festival
June 5 - July 5
Fort Worth Botanic Garden;
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
Jennifer Schulte, Vice President of Operations
330 East 4th Street, No. 200; Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 665-6500; Fax (817) 665-6600
Music: Big Band, Bluegrass, Cajun, Classical, Country, Pop, Rock
Activities: Music festival
Described as"Fort Worth's best seasonal outing!" (Star-Telegram), the 19th annual Concerts In The Garden Summer Music Festival offers 16 nights of outdoor concerts from June 5 - July 5 at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden located on University Drive and Interstate 30. This series offers a variety of music for every taste, from Elvis to the Beatles to Tchaikovsky's explosive 1812 Overture, plus fabulous fireworks every night and three nights of Old-Fashioned Family Fireworks Picnic on July 2, 3 and 4! The festival features outdoor performances in a casual setting. Bring a picnic and relax on a blanket under the stars or reserve your own table for added comfort. Patrons may bring their own refreshments or purchase light refreshments on site. Then it's time to relax and enjoy Texas' best music surrounded by the lush beauty of the Botanic Garden! Gates open at 6:30 p.m. nightly and concerts start at 8 p.m. Concerts take place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from June 5 through July 5 with one additional concert on Thursday, July 2.

Historic Mansfield Arts Festival
June 5-6
Steven's Garden & Grill; corner of Depot and Sycamore streets
Discover Historic Mansfield, Inc.
Lisa Drake, Marketing Director
P.O. Box 1105; Mansfield, TX 76063
(817) 842-1051
Music: Blues, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Rock
Activities: Music festival, Arts Festival
The Historic Mansfield Arts Festival is a two-day fusion of art, music, food and drink. Held on the multi-acre grounds of Steven's Garden & Grill restaurant, live music will fill the air Friday night and all day Saturday while artists from all over Texas will gather to display and sell their unique wares on Saturday only. Dozens of booths displaying everything from glass to pottery to jewelry and everything in between. This year's music lineup will showcase folk, blues, rock, and Americana by Terri Hendrix, Lloyd Maines, and James Hinkle on Friday night, while Tom Faulkner, Brian Houser, Rebecca Henricks, Acoustic Kitchen, Joe Pat Hennen, and Mack & Dyan will perform on Saturday. Visit the website at www.historicmansfield.net other news and information.

Texas! A Musical Drama of Panhandle History
June 5-August 15
Pioneer Amphitheatre, Palo Duro Canyon; Palo Duro Canyon, near Amarillo
Texas Panhandle Heritage Foundation, Inc.
Bill Anderson, Executive Director
1514 Fifth Avenue; Canyon, TX 79015
(806) 655-2181; (806) 655-2185; Fax (806) 655-4730
Music: Cowboy
Activities: Outdoor musical drama
Don't miss the 2009 performance of TEXAS! Performances June 5 - August 15, 2009. Whether in tears of passion or determination, the settlers of the Texas Panhandle had one thing in common: a romance with the west. Their pioneering spirit and willingness to risk anything to achieve everything kept their hopes alive. The romance extended beyond the land and into each other's hearts. Take a moment, take a deep breath, and prepare to experience The Best of TEXAS. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime in the beautiful Pioneer Amphitheater in Palo Duro Canyon every Tuesday through Saturday this summer! Barbeque dinner before every performance from 6- 8pm. Senior Citizen & Group Discounts available upon request. Performances will be held Tuesday-Sunday.

Texas Music Festival Classical Minds Guitar Festival
June 5 - July 3
Moores Opera House,University of Houston; 120 School of Music Building
University of Houston, Moores School of Music
Valerie Hartzell, Director
120 School of Music Building; Houston, TX 77204-4017
(281) 395-9066
Music: Classical
Activities: Music festival
By popular demand, we are pleased to offer a week of intensive study of the classical guitar. Under the leadership of noted faculty members, participants will explore a rich area of repertoire with private lessons, master classes and topical course offerings. The goal of this festival is to increase each student's sight-reading abilities, gain ensemble experience through the Guitar Orchestra Class by playing in it, conducting, and practicing in sectionals, and of course, reaching individual goals through the private lessons and/or master classes. The festival is open to guitarists of all ages and levels. Performances are held throughout the festival by by noted performers.

Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games
June 5 -7
Maverick Stadium at UT-Arlington; 1307 West Mitchell
Arlington Highland Games Association
Ray McDonald, Executive Director
P.O. Box 511; Clifton, TX 76634
(800) 363-7268; (254) 675-3992; Fax (254) 675-3273
Music: Children's, Folk/Acoustic, World Beat, Celtic
Activities: Fiddling contests, Music festival
The Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games includes Scottish music and dancing, Scottish breed dog show, sheep dog trails, fiddlers contest, shortbread contest, photo contest, and a bagpipe contest. Live continuous entertainment in four tents. Past performers include Alex Beaton, Ed Miller, The Irish Rouges, Hamilton Pipes and Drums, Battlefield Band, Don Edwards, Donnie MacDonald, Margaret Gravitt, Claymohr, U.S. Air Force Pipe Band, Alastair Fraser, Battlefield Band, Brian McNeill, Andy M. Stewart, Glengary Bhoys, Natalie McMaster, and Brother.

Tom Tom Festival
June 5-6
Yoakum City Park; South Park Road
Yoakum Area Chamber of Commerce
Carl O'Neill
P.O. Box 591; Yoakum, TX 77995
(361) 293-2309; Fax (361) 293-3507
Music: Country, Cowboy, Polka
Activities: Rodeo, Street dance, Bar B Que Contest
The Tom Tom Festival is one of the oldest festivals in the region and features entertainment all during the event. We have live entertainment on Friday evening, live entertainment during the day in the Park and a dance on Saturday evening. The festival also features PRCA Rodeo, Barbeque Cook Off, Salsa Contest, Volleyball and Horseshoe tournaments, arts and crafts, food vendors, carnival and a Parade. This year's Tom Tom Festival will feature Texas country artist, Wade Bowen at the Yoakum Community Center as well as High Speed Hayride.

WaterStreet Market Music & Art Fest • South Texas Music Walk Of Fame
June 5-7
Downtown Corpus Christi; 300 Block, North Water Street, Waterstreet Market
Water Street, Ltd
Sue Donahoe
309 North Water Street; Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 882-2364; (361) 882-2211; Fax (361) 887-7075
Music: Country, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Rockabilly
Activities: Awards show, Music festival
The WaterStreet Market Music, Art, & Surf Fest will kick off Friday, June 5th, 2009. Texas Jaxzz and Country Singer/Songwriters rule this year's festivities with a Friday night show by star inductee Stoney Larue. The event is two days of FREE outdoor live concerts and two nights of great headliners inside our live music venue, the Executive Surf Club. Saturday morning at 10:00 am will be the induction ceremony of the six new starts to be added to the South Texas Music Walk of Fame, followed by two days of free live music, art booths filled with local artists, great food and entertainment. The festival will end at 11:00 pm Sunday night. This festival is hosted by the best seafood restaurants in Corpus Christi, WaterStreet Restaurants. No turkey legs here, just great dining, unique shopping, and live Texas music, all one block form the bay in beautiful downtown Corpus Christi.

WaterStreet Festival's Downtown Music Video Contest
June 5-7
Executive Surf Club; 309 North Water Street
South Texas Music Walk of Fame
Sue Donahoe, Director
309 North Water Street; Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 882-2364; (361) 882-2211
Music: All Genres
Activities: Music Video Contest
The WaterStreet Market Music, Art, & Surf Fest presents the 2nd annual Downtown Music Video Contest. Sign up between February 14th and April 15th, 2009. Sign-up sheets are available at Surf Club Records (361) 882-2364. Rules include: Videos must be filmed, all or in part, in Downtown Corpus Christi; Must not be more than 3 minutes long; Must be suitable for a family audience; Must be finished and submitted by May 20th, 2009; Either filmmaker or band must be from South Texas. Bands will be matched up with filmmakers, however, a band or filmmakers may select a partner on their own and submit their sign up forms together. Bands must perform original music, or must prove that they have permission to use another writer's material, or that a song being performed is in public domain. Videos may be filmed in any format, but must be submitted on a DVD and delivered to Surf Club Records by 5pm on May 20th. All accepted videos will run in a loop from 3pm-6pm on Saturday and Sunday of the festival where festival attendees can vote on their favorite. The winner will be announced Sunday night at the Executive Surf Club as the finale for the 6th annual Waterstreet Market Music, Art, & Surf Fest.

Accordion Kings & The Big Squeeze
June 6
Miller Outdoor Theatre; Hermann Park, 100 Concert Drive, Houston
Texas Folklife
Nancy Bless
1317 South Congress Avenue; Austin, TX 78704
(512) 441-9255; (713) 284-8350; Fax (512) 441-9222
Music: Folk/Acoustic, Polka, Regional Mexican, Tejano
Activities: Music festival
On June 6, Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre will host Texas Folklife's 20th Anniversary Accordion Kings & Queens, a multi-genre, squeezebox extravaganza. Popular Texas journalist Joe Nick Patoski will introduce accordion greats Sunny Sauceda, Santiago Jimenez Jr., Cedryl Ballou, Mark Halata, and Lady"D." Also on the lineup are the finalists of Texas Folklife's"Big Squeeze" contest for up-and-coming musicians from Texas and Louisiana will open the show. The"Big Squeeze," now in its third year was begun as a way to encourage young accordionists in the region. Players under the age of 25 in any genre of music, including Cajun; German, Czech, and Polish polka; Tejano; Western; and Zydeco; to name a few, will compete for the Grand Prizes-a trip for two to perform in Germany with Hohner Inc. and a day of recording at the historic Sugar Hill Recording Studios.

Gatesville Shivaree
June 6
Coryell County Museum; Complex Circle
Gatesville Chamber of Commerce
Susan Jackson
2307 South State Highway 36; Gatesville, TX 76528-2554
(254) 865-2617; Fax (254) 865-5581
Music: Country, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Fiddling contests
Activities include Fiddlers Contest, Historic Gun Fights, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Domino Tournament, carnival rides, Weenie dog races, horseshoe pitching tournament.

Great Castell Kayak Race
June 6
Mason County Bridge at Llano River RV Park; 37 Keller Velino Road Mason, Texas 76856
Agape Int'l Inc.
Jerialice Arsenault
P.O. Box 53; Castell, TX 76831
(512) 217-4596
Music: Bluegrass, Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Pop, Reggae
The Great Castell Kayak Race highlight the talents and beauty of Mason and Llano counties and features live music all day with Joe King Carrasco, Elliot Fikes, Manny Duarte, Bill Randall, Jerialice and many more! The race is 12.1 miles and ends at the concert with free lunch, music and a tee shirt. The money raised goes to Chemo Sabe to help people survive Chemotherapy.

International Festival-Institute at Round Top
June 6-July 12
Festival Hill at Round Top; Highway 237 at Jaster Road
The International Festival-Institute at Round Top
The James Dick Foundation
P.O. Box 89; Round Top, TX 78954-0089
(979) 249-3129; (979) 249-3086; Fax (979) 249-5078
Music: Classical, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
The James Dick Foundation for the Performing Arts and its sole project, The International Festival-Institute at Round Top, present concerts during the annual summer Festival season featuring young classical musicians in solo, chamber and orchestra music. The students perform individually and with faculty in chamber music and under the direction of six world-renowned conductors as The Texas Festival Orchestra over a period of six weeks from June through mid-July. All students attending The Festival-Insitute audition in the spring and are provided full-tuition scholarships by The James Dick Foundation. The public is invited to attend all performances, including a special 'Young Persons' Concert' in June (admission is free) and the 'Annual Patriotic Concert' in early July. For tickets and information, call (979) 249-3129, write info [at] festivalhill.org or visit www.festivalhill.org.

Round-Up Rodeo in Gladewater ~ 2
June 6 - 8
Downtown Gladewater, Gladewater Rodeo Grounds;
Gladewater Round-Up Rodeo Association
Jackie Wood, President
P.O. Drawer 1523; Gladewater, TX 75647
(903) 845-5501; (903) 845-5586; Fax (903) 845-6326
Music: Country
Activities: Rodeo, Street dance
The Round-Up Rodeo features a parade, four day rodeo, and street dancing on Tuesday night. Music performances will be featured throughout the event. The Round-Up Rodeo is preceeded by a parade, chuck wagon cookoff and Booneville Dance on June 4th.

Symphonic Saturdays
June 6,13,20,27
Esplanade Park; 5044 Addison Circle
Town of Addison
Barbara Kovacevich
P.O. Box 9010; Addison, TX 75001-9010
(972) 450-6251; Fax (972) 450-2834
Music: Classical
Activities: Music festival
Enjoy summer evenings under the stars in the beautiful Addison Circle Esplanade Park! Listen to live music from some of the Dallas Wind Symphony and the Richardson Symphony Orchestra while you picnic or dine in one of the great Addison Circle restaurants.

Traders Village Summer Concert Series
June 6,13,20,27 July 4,11,18,25 August 1,8,15,22,29
Traders Village- Houston; 7979 North Eldridge Parkway, Houston
Traders Village- Houston
Michael Baxter, Marketing Director
7979 North Eldridge Parkway; Houston, TX 77041
(281) 890-5500; Fax (281) 890-6568
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Country, Cowboy, Jazz, Latin Pop, R&B, Regional Mexican, Rock, Rockabilly, Tejano, Oldies, Classic Rock
Activities: Concert season
Traders Village Summer Concert Series presents 12 weekends of live music in a variety of formats starting in June. The Summer Concert Series runs from noon to 4 p.m. every weekend in June, July and August. Performers for 2007 included Ezra Charles, Miss Leslie and Her Juke-Jointers, Bayou Roux and more. Please check our website under events for exact dates and times or contact market office for updates. Events subject to change without notice.

Immanuel and Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival
June 8-July 3
University of Houston; 120 School of Music Bldg. Houston
University of Houston • Moores School of Music
Alan Austin, General Director
120 School of Music Building; Houston, TX 77204-4017
(713) 743-7274; (713) 743-3167; Fax (713) 743-3166
Music: Classical, Jazz
Activities: Music festival
The Immanuel and Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival is a four week intensive orchestral training institute for college aged and young professional musicians presented by the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music in association with the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and Texas A&M University. 2008 conductors include Franz Anton Krager, Stephen Threlfall, Laverd Skou-Larson, Josep Caballe-Domenech, Barry Tekowski. The festival includes Distinguished Artists Concerts, Orchestra Concerts, Chamber Music Concerts, and Institute Concerts.

Summer Jazz Workshop
June 8 - July 11
Texas Southern University and Willowridge High School; 3100 Cleburne
Jazz Education, Inc.
Bubbha Thomas
P.O. Box 8031; Houston, TX 77288
(713) 839-7000; Fax (713) 839-8266
Music: Jazz
Activities: Music festival
Jazz Education, Inc.'s Summer Jazz Workshop is a five week program for area youth musicians. Each student receives a minimum of 100 hours of direct instruction including many subjects not fully covered by the public school systems. Students learn theory and writing, improvisation, orchestration, arranging, Jazz idiom, and career and business guidance. Field trips play a very important role and are held every Friday. Students perform at hospitals, businesses, community centers and for the general public. These field trips provide students an opportunity to apply the techniques learned in the master-classes and to perform before a live audience. Through these live performances, the young aspiring musicians also practice and develop public speaking skills, programming skills, group and improvisation skills. Locations are: North Forrest ISD, Texas Southern University (3100 Cleburne), and Willowridge High School (16301 Chimney Rock).

West Texas Western Swing Music Festival
June 9 - 13
Scurry County Coliseum
Snyder Chamber of Commerce
Sandra Slainis
P.O. Box 840; Snyder, TX 79550
(325) 573-3558; Fax (325) 573-9721
Music: Country, Cowboy, Western Swing
Activities: Music festival
The West Texas Western Swing Festival is the second week in June. From Tuesday evening through Saturday evening, this festival is a gala showcase for Texas Swing Music performed by approximately 90 members of the best swing bands in Texas. Approximately 150 RVs are parked at our coliseum for a week and there is not a motel room to be found.

Victoria Bach Festival
June 10 - 13
Jones Hall Victoria College, Houston and others; 2200 East Red River
Victoria Bach Festival Association
Nina Di Leo, Managing Director
P.O. Box 3522; Victoria, TX 77903
(361) 570-5788; (361) 570-5788; Fax (361) 575-5246
Music: Children's, Classical
Activities: Music festival, Free"Around the Town" programs, New Young Artists Series, MusiCamp for Kids
Choral, orchestral, and chamber music concerts in a fun, festive setting. Performances are held in various venues in charming Victoria, Texas (located between San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, just a short drive from the Gulf coast). Daytime concerts are free. Led by Grammy-nominated Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson, the Festival's orchestra and chorus have received critical acclaim for their sensitivity and artistry from National Public Radio and Texas music critics.

Concerts Under the Stars
June 11, 25
San Antonio Botanical Garden; 555 Funston at North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio
San Antonio Botanical Society
Candace Andrews
555 Funston; San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 829-5360; Fax (210) 829-5100
Music: Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Latin Pop, Rock
The San Antonio Botanical Garden continues its popular summer series of Concerts Under the Stars, presenting a different live band each week. Gates open at 6 p.m.-the two-hour performance begins at 7 p.m. Concert admission is $5. Botanical Society members enjoy free admission.Concert-goers may bring lawn chairs and blankets. Bands scheduled: June 25 - Planet Soul, July 9 - Joe Posada and July 23 - Henry Brun and Latin Playerz.

Music in the Park Summer Concert Series
June 11,18,25 July 10,16,23,30
Community Park; Downtown Highway 78 / Balland Street
City of Wylie Parks and Recreation Department
Rob Diaz
2000 Highway 78 North; Wylie, TX 75098
(972) 442-8197; (972) 442-8197; Fax (972) 442-1744
Music: Country, Cowboy, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Polka, Pop, R&B, Rock, Tejano, Beatles
Activities: Concert season, Street dance, Outdoor movi
The Music in the Park Summer Concert Series is a family outdoor concert event featuring local, state, and nationaly recognized artists. Dates are June 11, 18, 25, July 10, 16, 23, 30. The concerts are made for families to enjoy live music in an outdoor setting. Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic baskets, lawn chairs, and blankets and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. There is free admission to the concerts and no alcohol is allowed the park. Concerts are from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks only on July 3. Outdoor movies on August 7 and 14 Fridays starting at 9:30 pm. Dates are subject to change.

Republic of Texas Biker Rally Parade and Concert
June 11-14
Travis County Expo Center; Austin
Roadway Productions, LLC
French Smith
12305 Twin Creek Drive; Austin, TX 78652-3719
(512) 441-9015; Fax (512) 441-9016
Music: Blues, Country, Cowboy, Rock
Activities: Music festival, Motorcycle Display; Motocross Parade
The World’s largest Motorcycle Parade as certified by the Guiness Book of World Records. Free Live Music in the heart of downtown. Major national bands will perform at the Travis County Expo Center and Rally Grounds. Hundreds of Motorcycle & accessory vendors. Estimated attendance 100,000

Texas Fine Arts Summit
June 11-12
Hilton Airport; Austin
CEDFA
Kris G. Andrews
9233 Partridge Circle; Austin, TX 78758
(512) 491-8087; Fax (512) 327-8577
Music: Ambient/New Age, Big Band, Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Classical, Country, Dance, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Polka, Pop, R&B, Tejano
Activities: Trade show/convention
Since 2000, CEDFA has organized six successful statewide fine arts summits that focus on teaching strategies aligned with the TEKS. The CEDFA Summits served as the only venue for educators from all four fine arts disciplines to meet and discuss relevant issues. Education service centers replicated each statewide summit at the regional level. Topics for the past four CEDFA summits ranged from designing standards-based instruction and fine arts technology applications to fine arts for all students.

Dallas CityArts Celebration presented by TXU
June 12 - 14
Arts District; Downtown Dallas
Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau
Sandra Dartus / Marsha Singer
325 North Saint Paul Street, Suite 700; Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 632-5655; (214) 384-3349; Fax (214) 821-1856
Music: Big Band, Blues, Children's, Classical, Country, Cowboy, Dance, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Latin Pop, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Music festival, dance stage, culinary tent, visual artis
The CityArts Celebration, presented by TXU Energy, is a free outdoor festival showcasing the performing, visual, cultural and culinary arts of Dallas and Texas. Four stages feature performances of jazz, country, swing, R&B, Latin, classical, popular, international and contemporary music. As well as dance, children's performances, storytelling, and programming. A culinary tent serves as a fifth stage with ongoing chef demonstration and sampling of Dallas cuisine. More than 75 visual artists from throughout Texas show and sell their works at a juried show, and Arts District museums are free and open to the public. CityArts is the only FREE arts festival held annually in downtown Dallas, and is committed to promoting the wealth an diversity of Texas talent -- from musicians and vocalists to dancers, visual artists, theatrical performers, chefs and world-class museums.

Independent Country Stampede Festival
June 12-13
Texas Old Town; 1205 Roland Lane, Kyle, TX 78640
Lou Nelson Promotions
Lou Nelson, Producer
707 South Sledge Street; Kyle, TX 78640
(512) 262-7343; (512) 971-2350
Music: Country
Activities: Music festival
The Independent Country Stampede is being established by request of Independent artist from around the world and Nation. To have a gathering of artist, musicians and songwriters of Country music and invite the public Free to hear these artist. Industry people from around the industry, labels, promoter, publishers, distributors, promoters, studios and many more services available to the independent world of music. Some of our distinguished guest are Radio Dj's from Europe that sign up to be present. We also have a karaoke contest for those wanting to get their feet wet in the music world. We accept all and any help from parties interested in being part of this festival, such as sponsors and vendors. There will be food available, craft booths and many more. Come visit and come see artist that may one day be your next Country Idol, but mostly, come enjoy the fun and music. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us.

Mex-Tex Family Fiesta
June 12,13
Centennial Plaza; 5514 Champions Drive
Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Rachel L. Stone
208 South Marienfeld; Midland, TX 79701
(432) 682-2960; (432) 570-9824; Fax (432) 687-3972
Music: Pop, R&B, Tejano
Activities: Awards show, Music festival, Street dance
Our great country is considered a unique culmination of world cultures. We have been referred to as"a melting pot." However, a"salad bowl" may be a more accurate analogy with each piece providing its unique flavor, not losing it to another, yet each complementing each other in a wonderful mix! Or perhaps, the assimilation of diverse cultures into the U.S. is more analogous to the contribution of fabric to a quilt. With diversity among our greatest strengths, it is unfortunate that adherence to age old customs and traditions have somewhat diminished from one generation to the next. In 1987, the Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce leadership sought to develop programs and activities that would help to reverse this trend. The Mex-Tex Family Fiesta, now in its twenty-first year, is the end result of those efforts. The Mex-Tex Family Fiesta has evolved into the Permian Basin's largest celebration of culture and showcases art, dance, music, and food that is unique to Hispanics throughout the southwestern United States, and northern Mexico.

Music Under the Stars World Music
June 12, 14, 19, 21, 26,28, July 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, August 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
Chamizal National Memorial; 800 South San Marcial, El Paso, TX 79905
City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD)
Victor Guerrero, Marketing and Cultural Tourism Coordinator
2 Civic Center Plaza, first floor; El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 541-4942
Music: Big Band, Cajun, Jazz, Latin Pop, Reggae, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Concert season
Entering our 26th Season, Music Under the Stars World Music Festival, has become one of El Paso's premier family events and one of the largest free music festivals in Texas. Boasting performances by both internationally acclaimed and local artists, Music Under the Stars' 2009 season will feature evenings of Rock Classics, Swing, Jazz, Flamenco, German Folk, and Latin Reggae. Visiting artists will give free master classes, fostering El Paso's budding musicians. The upcoming season will feature a"4th of July Spectacular" with a patriotic concert by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra and a closing fireworks display. Admission is FREE!

Overton Bluegrass Music Festival
June 12-13
Overton City Park; Highway 850 at Lakeshore Drive
City of Overton
Don Eaves
Drawer D; Overton, TX 75684
(903) 720-2435; (903) 834-7226; Fax (903) 834-3174
Music: Bluegrass, Christian
Activities: Music festival, Workshops
The Overton Bluegrass Music Festival is a family-oriented entertainment event sponsored by the City of Overton. Produced and staffed entirely by volunteers, the festival is recognized throughout Texas and far beyond for its beautiful outdoor environment, the friendliness of its people and volunteers, and the quality of its entertainment. In addition to the great music, the festival also features musical workshops, arts & crafts, children’s activities, and a variety of good food and drink concessions. Overton will celebrate its 21st Annual Bluegrass Festival in 2009. Featured entertainers include national touring artists the Lonesome River Band, the Charlie Sizemore Band, New Found Road, The Donna Hughes Band, and Pine Mountain Railroad, as well as popular Texas artists Hickory Hill, Bowles Creek, Pick'N Grass, and more!

Shrimpfest
June 12,13
Seadrift Bayfront; San Antonio Bay
Seadrift Chamber of Commerce
Paula Moncrief
P.O. Box 3; Seadrift, TX 77983
(361) 785-2251; (361) 746-2999; Fax (361) 785-2208
Music: Country, Tejano
Activities: County fair, Music festival, Street dance
The Seadrift Chamber of Commerce is bringing Tejano music on Friday night, June 12, 2009 and Country and Western music on Saturday night, June 13, 2009 on the beautiful Seadrift Bayfront Plaza over looking San Antonio Bay. Events include Karaoke, beer garden, horseshoe and washer tournaments, volley ball, shrimp eating contest, gumbo cook-off, beauty pageants including one for the men the Ms. Bayrat Contest and food of all kinds and arts and craft booths.

Shrimporee
June 12-14
Aransas Pass Community Park; Johnson & Commercial
Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce
Pam Martin
130 West Goodnight Avenue; Aransas Pass, TX 78336-2508
(361) 758-2750; (800) 633-3028; Fax (361) 758-8320
Music: Children's, Country, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Seafood cookoff, Shrimp peeling contest
Shrimporee features continuous live music with bands playing country, tejano and rock music. The main stage features two acts on Friday night, up to five acts on Saturday, and up to 4 acts on Sunday. There is also continuous entertainment for children, arts and crafts, contests and food.

Texas Folklife Festival
June 12-14
Institute of Texan Cultures at UT-San Antonio; 801 South Bowie
UT Institute of Texan Cultures at San Antonio
JoAnn Andera, Director
801 South Bowie; San Antonio, TX 78205-3696
(210) 458-2390; (210) 458-2224; Fax (210) 458-2218
Music: Bluegrass, Cajun, Children's, Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Polka, Regional Mexican, Tejano, Bagpipes
Activities: Music festival
The Texas Folklife Festival, presented by the Institute of Texan Cultures, features the music, food, dancing, crafts, and stories from more than 40 ethnic and cultural groups from around the state. Ten stages of entertainment are filled with such varied performers as Ukrainian dancers, gospel singers, cloggers, German bands, bluegrass crooners, Scottish bagpipe players, and mariachis. Ethnic foods, pioneer crafts, and children's activities make the festival a fun-filled event for the entire family.

World Championship Fiddler's Festival
June 12 - 13
Crockett Civic Center; 1100 Edmiston Drive and Loop 304
Houston County Chamber of Commerce
Frank Minton / Cyndy Keys
P.O. Box 307; Crockett, TX 75835
(936) 544-2359; (888) 269-2359; Fax (936) 544-4355
Music: Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Fiddling contests, Music festival
The World Championship Fiddlers' Festival has fiddlers from around the world. Fiddlers and fans of fiddlin' music have been coming to Crockett in June since 1937 to hear the best in old time fiddlin music. Enjoy two days of young and old fiddlers competing for the coveted title of World Champion Fiddler. Comfortable seating in an air conditioned arena. Full meal service and snacks in the modern Crockett Civic Center. Age groups are children 12 and under, 65 and older, 13-20, 21-35, 36-64, and a grand championship. Contests are held by age groups. Special events will include performances at Davy Crockett Memorial Park. There is also antique tractors, a steak cook-off, crafts and much more.

Zilker Park Summer Concerts
June 12 - 13
Zilker Park Hillside Theater; Across from Barton Springs
Austin Civic Orchestra
P.O.Box 27132; Austin, TX 78755
(512) 301-7370
Music: Classical
Activities: Concert season
Zilker Park Summer Concerts are fun outdoor concerts that feature popular music arrangements everyone can enjoy. Bring a blanket for a night of free music under the stars. The kids will love to dance to the music. The free concerts will be Friday June 13, 2008 and Saturday, June 14, 2008 starting at 8:00 p.m. Other concert dates are January 19th, March 1st for the annual Amster Concerto Youth Festival, and May 17th for the spring concert. Check the website for location, time, and ticket information.

Annual World Famous Fiddlers' Festival
June 13
Crockett Civic Center, Crockett TX; 1100 Edminston Drive, Crockett TX 75835
Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeana Culp
P.O. Box 307; Crockett, TX 75835
(936) 544-2359; Fax (936) 544-4355
Music: Cowboy, Fiddle Music
Activities: Awards show, Fiddling contests, Music festival, Trade show/convention
The World Famous Fiddlers' Contest and Championship Steak Cook-off is an indoor Fiddlers' Festival and also an outdoor Championship Steak Cook off. Entries are more than welcome each year; just call for your entry forms. There will be trophies awarded to each category in both the Fiddle Contest and the Steak Cook-off. An added attractions to this event include an Antique Tractor Show and a Craft Show. This facility is handicap accessible for individuals with a need but the event does not offer accommodation for the hearing impaired to hear the music. There are RV facilities (first come first serve) on the premises and a variety of RV facilities in the area. You will here some of the best fiddle music in the world and the event is open to fiddlers of all ages. Don't miss this event. Call the Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce at 936-544-2359 or email us at jeana [at] crockettareachamber.org or chamber [at] crockettareachamber.org or view or website at www.crockettareachamber.com.

Kolache-Klobase Festival
June 13
Riverside Hall; Highway 90-A, East Bernard
KJT Society No. 40
Edwin C. Marik
P. O. Box 26; East Bernard, TX 77435
(979) 335-7907; (979) 335-4827; Fax (979) 335-7013
Music: Country, Polka
Activities: Music festival
The Kolache Klobase lasts from 10:30 am to 8:00 p.m. featuring entertainment including polka bands, cloggers, dancers. BBQ chicken/sausage/sauerkraut/trimmings plate lunch available beginning at 11 am. Hamburgers, sausage sandwiches in afternoon. Raffle, arts, crafts, kid games, cake walk. Plenty of Kolaches for sale. Air conditioned hall and water-fan cooled pavilion. This year's bands and entertainers include Texas Sound Czech, Dujka Bros., Red Ravens, Czech and Then Some, Al Sulak's Country Sounds, Keller Academy of Performing Arts Dance Group and Texas Legacy Czech Band. Admission $7.00 per person (covers parking and all events). Children 12 and under-free.

Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration
June 13
Hunter's Glen Park; 1340 Independence Blvd.
Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation
Derrick L. Woods
P.O. Box 1007; Missouri City, TX 77489
(281) 582-8181; Fax (281) 582-8182
Music: Blues, Christian, Country, Jazz, Rap/Hip Hop, World Beat
Activities: Music festival
Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. featuring hip-hop, r&b, jazz, blues, zydeco and world musical performers including jazz saxophonist John Rochelle, Lady D- the Zydeco Diva, Stella Award Nominated Gospel Group Endurance, Blues Legend Aubrey"Blues Dog" Durham …and more!

Spring Show • Stage, Screen & Song
June 13
The Lowe Theater at St. John's School, Buffalo Speedway at Westheimer Road
Houston Choral Showcase
Belinda Rossiter
P.O. Box 980543; Houston, TX 77098
(281) 346-0161
Music: Pop, Show Tunes
Activities: Concert season
A fun and lively selection of songs from musical theater, movies and classic pop. Providing some extra sparkle, guest dancers Joyce Cahn and Suneth Jayamanna will make a return appearance with the group. With a fun and lively selection of songs from musical theater, movies and classic pop, Houston Choral Showcase will give two performances on June 13 at the St. John's School Lowe Theater. Houston Choral Showcase is Houston's only pop/variety show choir and has been entertaining audiences for more than 76 years. Choral singing is combined with choreographed movement, staging, and distinctive costumes and props. Tickets for this performance are $15 at the door, with discount pricing for advance purchase or groups of eight or more.

Tomato Fest
June 13
Downtown; Commerce Street
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
Courtney Foster
P.O. Box 1231; Jacksonville, TX 75766
(903) 586-2217; (800) 376-2217; Fax (903) 586-6944
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Christian, Country, Folk/Acoustic, Jazz, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Singing contests, Street dance
The 25th Annual Tomato Fest offers, among many other festivities, live entertainment and arts and crafts, children's activities, a hot sauce contest, pony rides, hayrides, karaoke, tomato eating contest and much more.

MENC Southwestern Division Symposium
June 15 - 17
Holiday Inn Select, North Dallas; 2645 LBJ Freeway, Dallas
TMEC Symposium
Reneee Higgins
12323 Almendra; San Antonio, TX 78247
Activities: Trade show/convention, Symposium
TMEC/MENC 4th Biennial Southwestern Division Symposium - Music For All: Teaching Music in Urban and Rural Schools. A three day symposium addressing the unique concerns of those teaching music in urban and rural settings. Sessions will be presented by leaders in the field as well as many fine performing groups for all areas including: general music, band, choir, orchestra, music administrators, college professors, technology, research and music students.

Fort Griffin Fandangle
June 18-27
The Prairie Theatre; Albany
Fort Griffin Fandangle
Chuck Senter
P.O. Box 155; Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3838; (325) 762-2525; Fax (325) 762-3125
Music: Musical
The Fort Griffin Fandangle is the oldest outdoor musical in Texas. It began as a class play in 1938 and developed into the historical musical thousands have enjoyed over the years. The 300-400 plus participants come from Albany, Texas and it is not uncommon to have 3rd generation singers, dancers. The sight of the Butterfield Stagecoach drawn by a four-mule team or the covered wagon clattering down the trail is wonderment for young and old alike. Western Wagons chef, Bill Cauble serves up a tasty chuck wagon dinner on the Shackelford County Courthouse lawn at 5:00 prior to each evenings performance. There will be many activities around town this year with all the unique shops open and ready to greet the thousands of visitors. For those of you who have never seen or heard the"oldies" on the steam belching calliope, this is the place of sights and sounds you will never forget.

Holland Corn Festival
June 19-20
Downtown Holland;
Holland Corn Festival, Inc.
Jill Marwitz, Secretary/Treasurer
P.O. Box 267; Holland, TX 76534
(254) 760-5311; (254) 760-3204
Music: Country, Cowboy
Activities: Street dance, 5K run
The Corn Festival in downtown Holland is always on the third Saturday in June. Come enjoy a full day of fun, games, music, dancing, good eating, and fellowship. The festival includes a 5K run, corn cob relays, corn eating contests, corn cob throwing contests, and corn seed spitting contests for all ages. There is plenty of arts and crafts from several vendors. At night, a street dance is featured. Past performers include Kevin Fowler, Peter Dawson, Dub Miller, Phil Pritchett, Kenny Orts, Roger Creager, Wade Bowen, Bleu Edmondson, Cody Widner, Stoney LaRue, Mike McClure, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Randy Rodgers Band, and Brandon Rhyder. This year's festival to feature Jack Ingram.

T-Bone Walker Blues Festival
June 19-20
Music City Texas Theater; 108 North Legion Street
T-Bone Walker Blues Fest, Inc.
Russ Wright
P.O. Box 987; Linden, TX 75563
(903) 756-7774; Fax (903) 756-7824
Music: Blues
Activities: Music festival
The 2009 T-Bone Walker Blues Fest is in"full-swing"! Join us June 19 & 20/Fri & Sat for a blend of electric, contemporary and traditional blues. There is a"Guitar Pro" competition Fri & Sat afternoon. The lineup includes: Jimmie Vaughan, David"Honeyboy" Edwards, TuTu Jones, Bugs Henderson & the Shuffle Kings, Gary"Whitey Johnson" Nicholson, Kayla Reeves, The Bluebirds, and other great bands. Great blues music at the birth place of Texas music giants - Scott Joplin, T-Bone Walker & Don Henley.

Texas Reds Steak & Grape Festival
June 19-20
Downtown Bryan; 105 Main Street, Bryan
City of Bryan
Gwynne Shillings
1309 East Martin Luther King Blvd.; Bryan, TX 77803
(979) 209-5518; Fax (979) 209-5524
Music: Blues, Children's, Country, Cowboy, Rock, Rockabilly
Activities: Street dance
The 3rd Annual Texas Reds Steak & Grape Festival in Historic Downtown Bryan, Texas is a celebration of the beef and wine industries' history in the Brazos Valley. There will be 20 wineries from across Texas, 35 steak cook teams, live entertainment, children's activities, along with quality food and craft vendors. June 19th and 20th of 2009.

Budweiser East Texas Blues Festival
June 20
Lufkin Civic Center; 201 North Second Street
C. Allen Productions
Cynthia Allen
5925 Kirby Drive, Suite No. 309; Houston, TX 77005
(713) 204-9554; (936) 633-0279; Fax (936) 564-9228
Music: Blues
The Budweiser East Texas Blues Festival will be held in Lufkin, TX on Saturday, June 20, 2009 starting at 5 pm. This year's event will pay tribute to great blues legend's; Sam Cooke, Johnnie Taylor, Tyrone Davis and David Ruffin of the Temptations, also performing will be: Jabo's"Texas Prince of Zydeco"; Rue Davis, Ladi Kandi, Steel Bill, Mark Shaw, Lady Audrey and the Superior Band.

Lady in Blue Celebration
June 20-21
Jumano Marker on Santa Fe Drive; San Angelo
Greenwood Music
Cindy Jordan
2137 Office Park Drive, Suite A; San Angelo, TX 76904
(325) 657-7099
Music: Christian
Activities: Ecumenial Service, Mass
Join author Marilyn Fedewa and San Angelo songwriter and composer Cindy Jordan for this history making celebration. The Jumanos are returning after three centuries! Marilyn Fedewa's new book brings Maria of Agreda's amazing story to life and reinforces San Angelo as the place of the earliest Christian missionary work with Native Americans in Texas. Descendants of those Native Americans will join us for and Ecumenical Service on June 20th followed by Mass in honor of Jumanos & artists on June 21st at the Carmelite Convent, Our Lady of Grace Monastery.

Dogwood Jamboree
June 20, August 15, October 31, December 5
Palestine Civic Center;
Dogwood Jamboree
Dan Manuel, Producer / Director
102 Crescent Drive; Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 729-5611; (903) 724-2556
The Dogwood Jamboree is a classic country Music Show, much like a Branson, Mo. Production. The show features numerous artists from all over. The show also features comedians at each performance. Numerous tour groups come to the productions on chartered buses. The show is one of the finest shows in the East Texas area and generally attracts near 800-1,000 at each production. The show is designed for family entertainment and provides an opportunity for families to gather for a wonderful evening of entertainment. The show is in its fifth year and has received various favorable reviews. Artists are invited to audition or send cd's or tapes of themselves for consideration on future shows. For additional information, those interested can call the above numbers.

Northeast Texas Music Festival
June 20
City Park; HWY 515, East Coke Road
Northeast Texas Music Festival
Norma Wilkinson
P.O. Box 748; Winnsboro, TX 75494-0748
(903) 342-0263
Music: Bluegrass, Country, Cowboy, Rockabilly
Activities: Music festival, Barbeque contest, Arts & Crafts vendo
Northeast Texas Music Festival is an afternoon and evening event with multiple live performers ending with nationally recognized artists, the Bellamy Brothers as this year's headliners. This year's festival will include arts & crafts vendors and a barbeque cooking contest sanctioned by the Lone Star Barbeque Society.

World Beat Music Fest
June 20
Herman Square Park; Houston
World Beat Music Group Inc.
Robert Minott
P.O. Box 84753; Pearland, TX 77584
(281) 712-1932; (281) 712-1932; Fax (281) 712-1932
Music: Country, Jazz, R&B, Reggae
Activities: Music festival
World Beat Music Fest presents A Tribute to Peter Tosh with Chaka Kahn, Steel Pulse, and Yellowman. Saturday from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Austin Chamber Music Festival and Workshop
June 24 - July 11
Various locations; Austin
Austin Chamber Music Center
Michelle Schumann
3814 Medical Parkway; Austin, TX 78756
(512) 454-0026; (512) 454-7562; Fax (512) 454-0029
Music: Big Band, Children's, Classical, Jazz
Activities: Concert season, Music festival, Lectur
The Austin Chamber Music Workshop is held in conjunction with the Chamber Music Festival and features such activities as all-day chamber music coaching, piano ensembles, lecture presentations, sessions on jazz composition and improvisation, and special sessions for adult groups. Evening performances are held at venues all over Austin and feature performances by internationally renowned chamber ensembles and soloists as well as performances by talented and well-established local musicians. We're turning up the heat considerably for this festival, focusing on artists who have torn down traditional barriers and shattered the ceilings of expectation. Beginning with our opening Tango On The Terrace Gala, we will present tango master and Grammy award-winning bandoneonist, Raul Jaurena, heading up a spectacular ensemble who will perform Nuevo-tangos by the incomparable Astor Piazzolla. Latin American chamber music continues with the Brasil Guitar Duo, winner of the 2006 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, followed by the San Francisco-based ensemble, Tin Hat, joining the festival for a concert that melds elements of southern blues, bluegrass, Eastern European folk music, bossa nova, and jazz. To top off our influx of trendsetters and mavericks, Turtle Island Quartet joins the festival for a rare live performance of their 2008 Grammy award-winning album.

West of the Pecos Rodeo Celebration
June 24 - 27
Buck Jackson Arena; Highway 285
Reeves County Sheriff's Posse
Andy Hannah
P.O. Box 1127; Pecos, TX 79772
(432) 447-2847; Fax (432) 447-9735
Music: Country
Activities: Rodeo, Barn dance
West of the Pecos Rodeo Celebration includes a parade, rodeo, dance, food, Old Timers reunion, A Night in Old Pecos, sheriff's posse barbecue, and much more. Call 1-800-588-BULL for tickets!

Free State Bluegrass Festival
June 25 - 29
Canton
Jim Fuller
P.O. Box 934; Canton, TX 75103
(800) 243-6502
Music: Bluegrass, Folk/Acoustic
Activities: Music festival
Free State Bluegrass Music Festival. Not Like Any Other Bluegrass Festival. Performers include Monroe Crossing, Tommy Brown & County Line, Special Consensus, Nothin' Fancy, Rarely Herd, The Louisiana Grass and Rhonda Vincent & the Rage. This schedule is subject to some change. Sound is provided by Marshall Sound Co. Nashville AR

Luling Watermelon Thump
June 25-28
Downtown Luling; 421 East Davis Street
Luling Watermelon Thump Association
Jamie Nickells
P.O. Box 710; Luling, TX 78648
(830) 875-3214 ext. 2; (830) 875-3214 ext. 2; Fax (830) 875-2082
Music: Cajun, Country, Rock, Tejano
Activities: Rodeo, Street dance
The Luling Watermelon Thump features the World Championship Seed-Spitting contests with hundreds of dollars in cash prizes. Dances with live entertainment are featured underneath the huge pavillion, as well as contests, arts and crafts, carnival, kiddie rides and more.

Bigfest 09
June 26-28
Cheatham Street Warehouse;
TJM Music Services
Tom McAleer
805-C Bracewood Circle; San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 791-2132
Activities: Music festival
Bigfest 09 is a fundraiser for the Cheatham Street Music Foundation, a 3 day concert broadcast live on Radio Free Texas.

Fiesta 2009
June 26-28
Santa Cruz Catholic Church; 1100 Main Street, Buda
Santa Cruz Catholic Church
Jerry Herrera
P.O. Box 187; Buda, TX 78610
(512) 312-2520 ext 120
Music: Country, Tejano
Activities: Music festival, Texas Hold'em, Raffle
FIESTA 2009 is a benefit for the continued construction of the new Santa Cruz Church in Buda, TX. The weekend Festivities features live music, Arts and Crafts Vendors, Texas Holdem Tournament, Guitar Hero contest, Watermelon Eating Contest, El Grito and Jalapeno Eating Contest, Games, Rides, Food, and a Raffle. Friday kicks off at 5 PM to midnight with"Los Palominos" headlining. Saturday: Festivities continue starting at 5 PM to Midnight with"Albert Zamora" headlining. Sunday: Activities conclude starting at 4 PM till 11:00 p.m. with Grammy award winner"Little Joe y La Familia." Please note that a grand prize consisting of a $15,000.00 Certificate will be raffled of at 8 p.m. Sunday evening along with 7 other items. No outside food, drinks or coolers or backpacks will be allowed on the grounds! For further information call Jerry Herrera at (512) 312-2520 ext. 120.

Wharton County Freedom Fest
June 26-27
Monterrey Square and Riverfront Part; downtown Wharton
Wharton County Freedom Fest, Inc.
Susan Freese
1225 North Alabama Road; Wharton, TX 77488
(979) 532-1084; (979) 532-0927
Music: Blues, Cajun, Children's, Christian, Country, Polka, R&B, Rock
Activities: Street dance
The 10th annual Wharton County Freedom Fest starts with a bang with a barbecue cookoff and dance on Friday, June 26 th, featuring music at Riverfront Park on the Colorado. Festivities continue the next day with helicopter rides, antiquing and other shopping, a softball tournament, a veterans' salute, an all-flags-flying motorcycle parade, children's theatre and music in the historic Plaza Theater, and a street dance, as well as food, fun and fireworks on Wharton's beautiful downtown square.

Aqua Boom Celebration
June 27-28, July 3-5
Kingsland Chamber Grounds; Highway 1431
Kingsland/Lake LBJ Chamber of Commerce
Gay Gambert, Aqua Boom Committee
P.O. Box 465; Kingsland, TX 78639
(325) 388-6211; Fax (325) 388-5391
Music: Bluegrass, Blues, Country, Rock
Activities: Awards show, Dance
Aqua Boom is 40 years old this year! On June 27th and 28th, there will be the Miss Aqua Boom Scholarship Pageant, 2-day, 2-man Golf Tournament and"Flights of Fancy" remote airplane show. On the weekend of the 4th, there will be a Poker Run on the Water, Fish Fry, Patriotic Concert, Parades (Children's, Land and Boat), Arts and Crafts Fair, Brazos Bottom Cow'ographers Wild West Show, Childrens' Activities, Wacky Raft Race, PWC Obstacle Course, Rubber Duckie Race and a Ski Show. Larry Salinas will be playing at the lake activities. Our 1st Annual Barbeque Cook-off, is a new event and is also sanctioned. The grand finale will be a spectacular fireworks show that we are calling Act I and Act II followed by a Street Dance with the Express Band performing. Come to Kingsland and celebrate the 4th...you're going to love it!

Austin County Fair Summer Music Fest
June 27
Austin County Fairgrounds; Highway 159 East in Bellville
Austin County Fair
Susan Sillavan, Facility Manager
P.O. Box 141; Bellville, TX 77418
(979) 865-5995; Fax (979) 865-5216
Music: Country, Polka, Tejano
Activities: County fair, Rodeo
The 11th Annual Austin County Fair Summer Music Fest is Saturday June 27th from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Featuring country music, bull blow out, and BBQ cook-off. Outside vending space available, call Stacy Thiel at (979) 865-5995. You may also use our online application at http://204.65.227.18/event_new.htm. Past performers include Kevin Fowler, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Eli Young, Aaron Watson, John Conlee.

Houston CaribFest
June 27 - July 1 - 5
Tom Bass Park; BeltWay 8 at Highway 288 South
Houston CaribFest
N. Lewis, Organizer
7037 Highway 6 North, Number 231; Houston, TX 77095
(713) 689-0689; (713) 689-0689; Fax (281) 861-6153
Music: Cajun, Reggae, Calypso, Soca
Activities: Street dance, Parade
The largest Caribbean festival in Texas - Houston's Caribfest features Caribbean arts, crafts & jewelry, West Indian cuisine, concerts, parties and the Parade of the Bands. Join us for four (4) days of experiencing the Caribbean culture at it's best. The events begin on Thursday night with the All White Fete (or Party). Then culminates with the Parade of the Bands on Sunday at Tom Bass Park. The Park features the parade of the bands, masqueraders, steel drums, parade floats, kids carnival and live entertainment from around the world.

Independence Day Celebration
June 27
Littlefield Arts & Heriatge Committee, Inc.
Emil Macha
728 East 12th Street; Littlefield, TX 79339
(806) 385-3870
The Indepenjdence Day Celebration has all kind of entertainment for the whole family. There will be a parade, arts and crafts, a BBQ Cookoff, music, a carnival, a tractor pull, a burnout, and a classic car s how. Admission is free.

Women In Jazz Concert Series
June 27
Monarch Event Center; Austin, TX
Women in Jazz Association
Pamela Hart
P.O. Box 200576; Austin, TX 78720
(512) 258-6947; Fax (512) 258-7072
Music: Jazz
Activities: Concert season, Music festival
"Swing with the Divas", Women in Jazz Concert and Dance, at the Monarch Event Center, featuring outstanding jazz vocalists Pamela Hart, Willie Nicholson, Courtney Sanchez and crooners Kris Kimura and Robert Kelly. This host of talent, along with ballroom dancing, will be accompanied by the James Polk 18-Piece Orchestra! An added attraction is a special performance by internationally renown Mandy Gaines with Just Released. Put on your dancing shoes and swing, tango, salsa, line dance, waltz and free dance to the great sounds of these outstanding musicians on the huge Monarch Event Center dance floor; or just enjoy the entertainment.