Gardner After Hours (Event Over)

A new kind of night out, Gardner After Hours is live music, art, conversation, cocktails and more in an inviting atmosphere. Linger around the courtyard bar, listen to live jazz or sample a new small plates menu in the cafe. Experience something different each month - from informal gallery talks to contemporary performance to cutting-edge new music concerts - and spend time in the galleries exploring what the Gardner is all about.

Art, music and atmosphere: what will you discover After Hours?

COMING UP
June 19 , 2008 - Starry Nights
Cross your fingers for clear skies this night, as we take it outside. Outdoor activities are weather permitting; if it rains, we'll bring the music & sketching inside.

   * Courtyard Music: Listen to a performance outside in the South Garden from 5-7pm.
   * Gallery Travels: Explore Isabella's interest in the contemporary artists of her time on our self-guided tour.
   * Viewfinder: View nature's art exhibition: star gazing, once the sun goes down.
   * Drawing in the Galleries: Sketch in the garden from 6-8pm

After Hours PLUS

June 19, 2008, 7:00pm - Jazz at the Gardner: Berklee Bluegrass Band
The Berklee Bluegrass Band brings their unique sound to the jazz series at the Gardner. On five Thursday nights throughout the year, Jazz at the Gardner presents the best emerging young musicians and recent graduates from the Berklee College of Music. On this night, we get a little twang-y, with banjos, fiddles, mandolins and more, all played by current students in Berklee's new bluegrass program.

Originally formed in January of 2002 at Berklee College of Music and mentored by Cheryl Bentyne of the Manhattan Transfer, Syncopation performs catchy swing, Latin and pop tunes along with A capella jazz and improvisation pieces. Syncopation has performed across the US in festivals and on radio broadcasts. They have also been welcomed with open arms overseas, and recently returned from their third annual tour of Japan in September 2004, giving clinics and singing for sold-out audiences across the country.

Performers:
Aubrey Logan
Christine Fawson
David Scott
Tsunenori "Lee" Abe