{"id":210852,"date":"2026-06-04T20:15:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T20:15:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/210852\/"},"modified":"2026-06-04T20:15:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T20:15:53","slug":"10-free-erie-phil-summer-concerts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/210852\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Free Erie Phil Summer Concerts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/talkerie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Untitled-June-04-2026-at-15.20.27.png\" data-caption=\"Contributed Photo.\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" class=\"entry-thumb td-modal-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Untitled-June-04-2026-at-15.20.27-640x427.png\"   alt=\"\" title=\"Erie Philharmonic\"\/><\/a>Contributed Photo.<\/p>\n<p>The Erie Philharmonic is bringing music to communities across Northwest Pennsylvania this July with a free summer concert series celebrating America\u2019s 250th Birthday. From a star-spangled pops spectacular led by Music Director Daniel Meyer to special performances for young (and the young at heart!) featuring the Erie Phil Octet and the return of the beloved Erie Phil Brass Ensemble, audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy free live music under the summer sky.<\/p>\n<p>The series features ten free performances in Erie, North East, Corry, Edinboro, Meadville, Fairview, and Conneaut Lake. Many events will also include family activities, local vendors, and community partners.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMusic brings people together, and that\u2019s exactly what this summer series is all about,\u201d said Music Director Daniel Meyer. \u201cAs we celebrate America\u2019s 250th Birthday, we will honor our nation\u2019s musical traditions while creating opportunities for neighbors and visitors alike across the region to gather, connect, and experience the harmony of live music together.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The summer season begins with Daniel Meyer\u2019s Patriotic Pops, a program featuring Sousa marches, an Armed Forces Salute, music from John Williams, Broadway favorites, selections by Aaron Copland and more. The month-long tour then continues with a special family concert led by Concertmaster Emeritus Ken Johnston featuring\u00a0Peter and the Wolf\u00a0and other animal-themed favorites. It concludes with the return of the Erie Phil Brass Ensemble under the direction of Principal Tuba Ken Heinlein with an All-American favorites and some unexpected gems.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSummer means it\u2019s time for the Erie Phil to hit the road,\u201d said Executive Director Bobby Pape. \u201cFrom Bayview Park to Conneaut Lake, these concerts showcase not just incredible music\u2014they highlight the unique character of the towns, parks, and gathering places that make Northwest Pennsylvania a great place to live, work, visit and play.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>DANIEL MEYER\u2019S PATRIOTIC POPS<\/p>\n<p>Maestro Meyer leads a celebration of American tradition and innovation featuring Sousa marches, John Williams favorites, Broadway classics, and the enduring music of Aaron Copland.<\/p>\n<p>July 4 \u2022 Bayview Park, Erie<br \/>1:00 PM Opening Act: Josh Travis<br \/>2:30 PM Erie Philharmonic<\/p>\n<p>July 8 \u2022 Gibson Park, North East<br \/>7:00 PM Erie Philharmonic<\/p>\n<p>July 9 \u2022 Downtown Park, Corry<br \/>6:30 PM Opening Act: Three Way Street<br \/>7:30 PM Erie Philharmonic<\/p>\n<p>July 10 \u2022 PennWest University, Edinboro<br \/>6:30 PM Opening Act: Three Way Street<br \/>7:30 PM Erie Philharmonic<\/p>\n<p>July 11 \u2022 Diamond Park, Meadville<br \/>7:00 PM Erie Philharmonic<\/p>\n<p>ERIE PHIL FAMILY CONCERT<\/p>\n<p>Concertmaster Emeritus Ken Johnston returns to lead the Erie Phil Octet in an animal-themed musical adventure featuring Prokofiev\u2019s\u00a0Peter and the Wolf\u00a0and other favorites inspired by the animal kingdom. Interactive music and craft activities will be available for families and children.<\/p>\n<p>July 22 \u2022 Gibson Park, North East<br \/>7:00 PM Erie Phil Octet<br \/>Special activities with community partners including the Erie Zoo and expERIEnce Children\u2019s Museum.<\/p>\n<p>July 23 \u2022 McLane Church, Edinboro<br \/>5:00 PM Family Activities and Community Cookout<br \/>6:30 PM Erie Phil Octet<\/p>\n<p>ERIE PHIL BRASS ENSEMBLE<\/p>\n<p>Back by popular demand, Ken Heinlein leads one of the Philharmonic\u2019s most beloved summer traditions with patriotic favorites, symphonic classics, and audience-pleasing pops selections.<\/p>\n<p>July 27 \u2022 Pleasant Ridge Park, Fairview<br \/>7:00 PM Brass Ensemble<\/p>\n<p>July 29 \u2022 Gibson Park, North East<br \/>7:00 PM Brass Ensemble<\/p>\n<p>July 30 \u2022 Ice House Park, Conneaut Lake<br \/>7:00 PM Brass Ensemble<\/p>\n<p>All performances are free and open to the public. 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