The program will feature a special appearance by Maryland Poet Laureate Lady Brion, whose work explores history, identity, and the shared stories that connect communities. Lady Brion will perform Lincoln Portrait by Aaron Copland, a work for narrator and orchestra that incorporates parts of President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address and includes excerpts from other iconic speeches by Lincoln. She will also perform two of her own poems. Lady Brion will perform at both events. Other pieces in the program will include music the entire family will recognize and enjoy, including pieces from Broadway and Hollywood and high-energy symphonic hits.

The concert at Quiet Waters Park will open with a performance by Annapolis Symphony Academy (ASA) Aries Youth Chamber Orchestra under the baton of ASA Director of Artistic Operations Heather Haughn.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends. Plan to arrive and park early in order to avoid traffic. Access to the parks is free, as is parking. Food trucks will be available. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in Anne Arundel County Parks. Well-behaved, leashed pets are allowed at these events.

Raffle Registration: A ticket is not required to attend this event. However, when you register in advance, you can win great prizes like tickets to our 2026-27 season concerts. Please click here to register for the raffle. The button to sign up says “buy”. Please note, no purchase is necessary.

Rain Date: September 7, 2026, at 5:00 at Quiet Waters Park