Garden Vibes
Summer Concerts 2009
General Information
Relax with a picnic supper or dance the night away at the 16th annual Garden Vibes concert series, featuring music by national acts with Rochester roots. Bring blankets and/or chairs and your own picnic fixings, or purchase concessions on-site from Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, Abbott’s Frozen Custard, and the Eastman House Café.
No bar on-site. Bring your own beverages or choose from a variety of non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
New start time! Gates open at 5 p.m.; concert is from 6 to 8 p.m.
Admission for each concert: $10 adults; $7 members; $5 youths 13–18; and free to 12 and under, and includes George Eastman House admission and children’s activities, including a bouncy house. Advance tickets are not required; pay at the gate.
Special members’ pricing: “Garden Vibes 4-Packs”—see all four concerts for $25.
Purchase Advanced Tickets
The Concerts
Thursday, July 9, 6 p.m.
Touring worldwide, the Campbell Brothers share their tradition of music and praise while realizing the potential of the steel guitar.
Thursday, July 23, 6 p.m.
Watkins and the Rapiers have played an original, eclectic, and oft-irreverent repertoire of Americana music, or “folk music with a beat,” since 1996.
Corporate Recognition Night! For details, call (585) 271-3361 ext. 291
Thursday, August 6, 6 p.m.
Formed in 1997, the Hi-Risers bring their brand of energetic rock ’n’ roll to enthusiastic audiences all over the US.
Thursday, August 20, 6 p.m.
Classically trained Kate Lee, age 16, participates in voice, fiddle, violin, and songwriting competitions, and performs with her band at bluegrass festivals around the country.
Movies & Music
Spend the night…combine a concert & film for a reduced price of $15/$11 members & students. All screenings are at 8:30 p.m. Good for film on night of concert only, non-transferable. “Music & A Movie” tickets are available at the Garden Vibes gates on night of concert only.
- July 9: Tootsie (1982, 116 min.)
- July 23: Blue Sky (1994, 101 min.)
- August 6: My Man Godfrey (1936, 95 min.)
- August 20: Theodora Goes Wild (1936, 94 min.)
Rain Location
Everyone who has ever attended a Garden Vibes concert would agree: it is truly a magical experience—good friends, beautiful scenery, and wonderful music. Unfortunately, Mother Nature does not always cooperate. So…
What if it rains?
The concert will be held in the Museum’s Dryden Theatre.
Who makes the decision to move the concert indoors and when?
For the safety and comfort of our artists and audience, Museum staff will make a weather call at 3 p.m. on the afternoon of the concert. That decision will be recorded on our Garden Vibes hotline at (585) 271-3361 ext. 444.
How are the theater’s acoustics?
With recent technical upgrades, the Dryden Theatre provides a superb sound experience. Many people have told us that they truly enjoy the intimacy with the performers and the sound in the Dryden!
Can I still picnic in the theater?
Sorry, no outside food or drink is allowed in the Dryden Theatre; however, our Eastman House Café offers a variety of snacks and beverages that may be purchased for enjoyment in the theater.
May I still purchase tickets at the door?
Yes, advance purchase is not required. But if you prefer, advance tickets may be purchased online at www.eastmanhouse.org.
Why shouldn’t I just stay home?
This series is all about the music! We always anticipate a perfect evening for Garden Vibes, but it doesn’t always work out that way. Don’t let a little bad weather prevent you from enjoying great music; you’ll enjoy it!
Major support for Garden Vibes provided by
Additional support from Eastman House Council And
