Location
493 West Main Street
Cheshire, Connecticut 06410
United States
Date & Time
6:00pm EDT - 8:00pm EDT
About This Event
This summer on Saturday, August 22nd join us under the open sky for jazz from New Haven's own Nick Di Maria with his new EP: SKYLAB.
Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner from one of our local restaurants for an evening jazz!
Grab your spot and start your picnic at 5:30.
Readings and Open Mic from 6-8 pm.
Event takes place on-site at Ball & Socket Arts in the plaza in front of Building 5. The Workshop Gallery will also be open during the show so you can take in our current exhibition.
Extended parking available at the municipal lots along Railroad Avenue or at our neighbors over at Rebellion Group (535 W. Main Street). Or if you're local, please consider walking or bicycling to the site!
Advance (free) registration encouraged to receive communications about any changes or rescheduling due to weather events.
About Nick Di Maria:
Nick Di Maria is a Trumpeter, Band Leader, Composer, and Advocate
Nick Di Maria has solidified his presence in the music world, excelling as a performer, band leader, and composer. Since arriving on the scene in 2006, he has become highly sought after, both as a musician and a concert organizer.
Di Maria frequently performs with various projects he leads, showcasing a broad array of jazz and improvisational styles. He has been featured at notable events like the Yale Jazz Festival and Bridgeport Jazz Festival, The Jazz Series at Firehouse 12, and numerous clubs across the greater Northeast. His bands and music have been described as “moody, playful and often times…danceable. In a word, ‘groovy.’”
As an independent artist, Di Maria has released 15 albums, demonstrating his prolific output and commitment to his craft. Beyond leading his own bands, he has honed his skills in self-producing concerts and recordings. This experience led him to found the New Haven Jazz Underground, a grassroots community-based organization dedicated to preserving and sustaining jazz in New Haven, CT. Through this initiative, Di Maria has become a mainstay of the Connecticut Jazz Scene, furthering his mission to support and elevate the local jazz community.
Nick Di Maria’s dedication to jazz, both as an artist and an advocate, continues to leave a significant mark on the music landscape. His ability to blend performance, composition, and community organization showcases his multifaceted talent and enduring passion for jazz.
About This Event
This summer on Saturday, August 22nd join us under the open sky for jazz from New Haven's own Nick Di Maria with his new EP: SKYLAB.
Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic dinner from one of our local restaurants for an evening jazz!
Grab your spot and start your picnic at 5:30.
Readings and Open Mic from 6-8 pm.
Event takes place on-site at Ball & Socket Arts in the plaza in front of Building 5. The Workshop Gallery will also be open during the show so you can take in our current exhibition.
Extended parking available at the municipal lots along Railroad Avenue or at our neighbors over at Rebellion Group (535 W. Main Street). Or if you're local, please consider walking or bicycling to the site!
Advance (free) registration encouraged to receive communications about any changes or rescheduling due to weather events.
About Nick Di Maria:
Nick Di Maria is a Trumpeter, Band Leader, Composer, and Advocate
Nick Di Maria has solidified his presence in the music world, excelling as a performer, band leader, and composer. Since arriving on the scene in 2006, he has become highly sought after, both as a musician and a concert organizer.
Di Maria frequently performs with various projects he leads, showcasing a broad array of jazz and improvisational styles. He has been featured at notable events like the Yale Jazz Festival and Bridgeport Jazz Festival, The Jazz Series at Firehouse 12, and numerous clubs across the greater Northeast. His bands and music have been described as “moody, playful and often times…danceable. In a word, ‘groovy.’”
As an independent artist, Di Maria has released 15 albums, demonstrating his prolific output and commitment to his craft. Beyond leading his own bands, he has honed his skills in self-producing concerts and recordings. This experience led him to found the New Haven Jazz Underground, a grassroots community-based organization dedicated to preserving and sustaining jazz in New Haven, CT. Through this initiative, Di Maria has become a mainstay of the Connecticut Jazz Scene, furthering his mission to support and elevate the local jazz community.
Nick Di Maria’s dedication to jazz, both as an artist and an advocate, continues to leave a significant mark on the music landscape. His ability to blend performance, composition, and community organization showcases his multifaceted talent and enduring passion for jazz.
Getting There
Ball & Socket Arts Live @ the Factory Stage outside Building 5
493 West Main Street
Cheshire, Connecticut 06410
United States
Location
493 West Main Street
Cheshire, Connecticut 06410
United States
Date & Time
6:00pm EDT - 8:00pm EDT