To Do Today: Concerts in the Courtyard at the Boston Public Library
Enjoy a summer of enchanting free performances every Wednesday and Friday in Copley Square
Whether you’re a fan of modern jazz or Irish folk, there’s something for everyone at the Boston Public Library’s free Concerts in the Courtyard series. Photo courtesy of the Boston Calendar
To Do Today: Concerts in the Courtyard at the Boston Public Library
Enjoy a summer of enchanting free performances every Wednesday and Friday in Copley Square
What?
Summer concerts at the Boston Public Library, featuring live music performances by local musicians and Berklee College of Music students.
When?
From June 5 to September 2, Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm and Friday afternoons from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. Find performers and the schedule here.
Where?
The Boston Public Library central branch in Copley Square, 700 Boylston St., Boston. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors to the Rabb Lecture Hall.
How much?
Free. Registration is not required, but seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Why should I go?
The Boston Public Library’s Concerts in the Courtyard series provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Performances are held in the central branch’s tranquil courtyard. Wednesday evening performances feature students from the Berklee College of Music, and Friday lunchtime concerts highlight local musicians. Both showcase a range of genres, from spiritual to hip-hop, from jazz to folk, from indie rock to reggae.
The theme of the series, Revolutionary Music: Music and Social Change, explores how music has spurred social change in the United States. This marks the inaugural year of the BPL’s Road to Revolution, a three-year thematic series culminating in the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
With free entry and no need to register, it’s easy to drop by and enjoy a performance. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or just looking for a pleasant way to spend some time, come and celebrate the transformative influence of music on American culture and social change.
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