Summer concerts in Mills Park begin June 13

The first summer of the Capital City Music Series at the Pavilion in Mills Park will showcase several well-known music groups.

"We're particularly excited about the quality performers producer John Procaccini is attracting," said Joe McCarthy, Carson City economic development manager.

The kick-off concert June 13 will feature country music singer Chris LeDoux and the final concert Aug. 29 will be given by The Neville Brothers. Other events include a Mountain Top Tour, classic 1970s hits, jazz, gospel and blues.

The concerts are co-sponsored by the the Carson City Redevelopment Agency, the Carson City Convention & Visitors Bureau, Upstage Theater and the Brewery Arts Center.

The five-concert series runs June 13 through Aug. 29 and each concert can seat up to 2,000 people.

The facility will be fitted with a state-of-the-art concert stage to enhance the performance area and to showcase the performers. Inside the pavilion, trees will be added to create a park-like setting.

"It will just really green it up in there," said Miya MacKenzie, marketing director for the concert series.

Six giant, soft ceiling baffles will reduce sound reverberation and improve aesthetics. Cement columns will be treated with a sound absorbing material.

"We have invested in a system which is visually unobtrusive and floods the entire area with powerful, undistorted music," said Procaccini, chief executive officer of the Upstage Center Theater and concert series producer.

For tickets and information about sponsorship opportunities and schedule details, call 882-8900 or visit www.carsoncitymusic.com.

CONCERT SCHEDULE

June 13 -- Chris LeDoux

With guests Rich Hays and American Steel, and The Buckin' Band, as part of the 20th anniversary of the Carson City Rendezvous. 7:30 p.m.

July 18 -- Acoustic Harmony

Artists to be announced. In celebration of the new Carson-Tahoe Regional Medical Center, at the Carson Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. 7:30 p.m.

July 26 -- The Mountain Top Tour

Bluegrass musicians Dr. Stanley, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, and Clark. 7:30 p.m.

Aug. 2 -- Classic Hits Live

1970s artists Ambrosia, Poco and Gary Wright. 6 p.m.

Aug. 17 -- American Roots Revival

Jazz, gospel and blues by James Cotton Blues Band, Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers, and the Gospel Hummingbirds. 4 p.m.

Aug. 29 -- The Neville Brothers

New Orleans dance music, with guest Bob Malone. 7:30 p.m.