Music Abounds in Concert Series
Jul 12, 2022 12:00AM ● By MPG Staff
Wasted Space rock band entertained concert crowds in Carmichael Park last weekend. Members are: Michael Roser (left), Michael Capps, Linda Ingoglia, John and Michelle Barnes, Frank McClory, Zane Miller. Photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner
CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - Carmichael Park was packed last Saturday as the Wasted Space band rocked more than 1800 fans.
The series continues this Saturday with a farewell performance by the John Skinner Band. Carmichael-based, the group has been part of the local music scene for more than 40 years.
Bandleader John Skinner died in 2017. His widow Susan Skinner will lead the band for a performance that she says is bittersweet for all members. “John made it clear to us he expected the band to wind down if he could no longer lead it,” says Skinner. “This final performance will be a tribute to him. We could find other trumpet players, but no one could replace John’s personality and leadership.”
Mission Oaks and Carmichael Park Districts offer free entertainment until the end of September. Unless otherwise stated, performances are in Carmichael Park (5750 Grant Ave).
Remaining concerts are:
July 16: John Skinner Band; farewell performance: 6:30 pm.
July 23: Groove Thang Band; pop and rock. 6:30 pm.
July 30: Maya Band; Latin. 6:30 pm.
August 6: Todd Morgan Band; classic rock. 6:30 pm.
August 13: Fryed Brothers; country rock. 6:30 pm.
August 20: Ticket to Ride; Beatles tribute. 6:30 pm.
August 27: On Air; classic rock. 6:30 pm.
September 25: On Air. Gibbons Park, 4701 Gibbons Drive, Carmichael. 7 pm.
