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RIVER AND BLUES AT WAGNER PARK Twenty-five year old SHEMEKIA COPELAND is an artist “full of raw talent and deep emotions who crosses genres and generations with ease. Hailed as a ‘force of nature’ (Washington Post), Copeland’s blast furnace voice, a dark, thundering alto, generates waves of energy and emotion.” Thurs, July 15, 7-8:30 pm. Wagner Park, south Battery Park City.
WASHINGTON SQUARE MUSIC FESTIVAL Accordionist William Schimmel performs “Fado Songs,” in concert with vocalist Allyssa Lamb and cellist Lutz Rath. Tues, July 20 at 8 pm. Near the statue of Garibaldi in the southeast quadrant of Washington Square Park near LaGuardia Place and West 4th.
