McAllen Community Concert Association is featuring six concerts this season. The first concert is November 4 with Forever Simon and Garfunkel.
With soaring energy, wit, and laser-precise harmony, Sean Altman and Jack Skuller take audiences on a journey through the history of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, from their teenage roots to their global dominance as hit-makers. Performing iconic hits from one of the most popular duos in rock n’ roll history like “The Sound of Silence,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Mrs. Robinson,” and more, Forever Simon and Garfunkel will entertain music lovers of all ages.
A Tribute to Carole King, Natural Woman, will be held on January 13, 2025. Katie Pender Brown is an award-winning singer and piano entertainer whose dynamic voice, charismatic presence, and impressive repertoire have dazzled and delighted international audiences. Natural Woman is the premier tribute to the legendary singer/songwriter Carole King. Katie Brown plays and sings the iconic songs that defined a generation.
Kim McLean presents My Friend Loretta Lynn on January 27, 2025. Accomplished songwriter Kim McLean has had over 400 songs recorded by music royalty, including Tim McGraw, Trisha Yearwood, and Lee Ann Womack. In 2018, McLean established what became a cherished friendship with the late, great Loretta Lynn. In honor of that friendship, McLean is debuting a new show to share the stories, laughs, and memories of her time with the country music legend. This concert will feature McLean’s best-selling songs, Loretta Lynn hits, and songs co-written by McLean and Lynn.
On February 12, 2025, will be Jason Lyle Black performing 100 Hits of Stage and Screen. Black is an internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and entertainer whose clever charisma and musical ingenuity has won fans all over the world. As a touring artist, Black has performed all over the United States, having given concerts in 30 states and performances in more than 30 countries. Most of all, Black loves creating a live musical experience that audiences will never forget.
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the 1950s with Shake, Rattle and Roll on February 23, 2025. This show transports audiences to the era when Elvis Presley, Connie Francis and Chuck Berry ruled the airwaves and features authentic costumes, vibrant choreography, and malt shop hits like “Johnny B. Goode,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Rock Around the Clock,” and more. Tap your feet, shake your hips, and celebrate the Golden Age of Rock N Roll.
The Century of Swing with Good Shot Judy will be featured on March 20, 2025. Grounded in the swinging cadence of the Big Band Era, Good Shot Judy is fueled by the Golden Age of 1930s jazz music. This high-energy band brings melodic music to every show and offers a performance that has one foot in the past and one in the here and now. Their show “The Century of Swing” features smooth standards like “Beyond the Sea,” “You Make Me Feel So Young,” “Fly Me To The Moon,” “Feeling Good,” and more.
All concerts start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concerts are held in the McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd.
Single concert tickets available at the box office range from $25 to $50. Season memberships are available by calling (956) 581-3990. For more information and tickets, visit http://mcallenconcerts.com/.
McAllen Community Concert Association was founded on May 12, 1954. Since then, they have provided quality entertainment at affordable pricing. This is the foundation of the organization now, just as it was in 1954.
During the past 70 years, the association has presented a variety of entertainment from the classics to opera, jazz to musical theatre. The McAllen Community Concert Association is a non-profit organization comprised of a 40-member board and an active membership that has filled the auditorium to sold-out status for many years. They look forward to bringing many more years of fine entertainment to audiences in the McAllen Performing Arts Center.