TJs join annual Make Music NY solstice celebration

Last weekend, on Saturday, June 21st, the first day of summer, the Traveling Jewburys lent our support to the annual Make Music New York solstice celebration.  We played outdoor street corner gigs in front of a public library on City Island in the Bronx, and in front of a city bus stop near Bliss Street Station in Sunnyside, Queens.

Against the backdrop of World Cup matches and a gorgeous day, the TJs joined a roster of some 1,300 artists and bands playing free shows throughout the five boroughs of New York City.  The two neighborhoods we played could not have been more different from each other, but the friendly crowds in both locations were enthusiastic and generous, and we met some wonderful folks along the way.  Most were people who encountered us while going about their normal Saturday routines, and stayed to join the fun.  Nothing beats the thrill of having complete strangers warm up to the TJs and groove to our good-time music.

In its eighth year, Make Music New York  is a unique solstice festival of free shows in public spaces throughout the City.  MMNY takes place simultaneously with similar festivities in more than 700+ cities around the world — a global celebration of music making.  Completely different from a typical music festival.  The TJs look forward to participating in the MMNY schedule again next year, and hope that you’ll come along and join us!