Mark your calendarDowntownDC LIVE! is back at Franklink Park. This time with a special Fall Series featuring great talent curated by Washington Performing Arts. As usual, this free outdoor concert series will happen at 12:30 PM, so bring your lunch, bring your friends, and enjoy amazing music in DowntownDC largest green space
October 20
JoGo Project
The JoGo Project is a WAMMIE Award winning band from Washington, DC that fuses many styles of music, but with Jazz harmonies and a driving Go-Go beat at its core. JoGo was founded by DC Native and Jazz Saxophonist Elijah Jamal Balbed during a residency at Strathmore in 2014. Eight years later, The JoGo Project has become a mainstay in the DC music community and is dedicated as ever to keeping DC’s Go-Go music alive while also exploring new sounds and repertoire.
October 27
Muhsinah
Muhsinah is a 3 time Grammy nominated vocalist, pianist, and songwriter who creates music that explores the boundaries of genre. She transports listeners through the depths of R&B, Hip Hop and Classical with her voice, piano playing and beats. A native of Washington D.C., she is a graduate of both Duke Ellington School of the Arts–where she studied as a classically trained pianist– and Howard University–where she earned a masters degree in Jazz Voice.
A one-woman show who seeks to defy any limits placed on artists, Muhsinah is creating her legacy one song at a time.
November 3
Pam Ward
A native of Washington, DC, has long been a lover of music. In the church is where she began to develop a deep appreciation for gospel music, which can be heard in her singing. Many have described her as having a powerful voice with incredible range and captivating stage presence. Pam’s dynamic vocals have afforded her the opportunity to share the stage with great artists. She hopes to inspire others as she has been inspired by many great talents.