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‘The Nighthawks’ Will Headline Wheaton TGIF Encore Free Friday Fall Concert on Sept. 8, Following Ceremonies Recognizing 65th Anniversary of Chuck Levin’s Music Center

For Immediate Release: Wednesday, September 6, 2023

The Nighthawks, the legendary blues and roots band now in its fifth decade, will headline the Wheaton TGIF Friday Encore fall concert series on Friday, Sept. 8, at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza, adjacent to the Wheaton Business Triangle and near the Wheaton Metro Station. Prior to the concert, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will join ceremonies honoring Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center, a Wheaton business celebrating its 65th anniversary.

The event will feature live artist demonstrations and beverages from Twin Valley Distillers. The TGIF party will begin on the plaza at 5 p.m. with a DJ set followed by a live concert at 6 p.m. The after-party will rotate to nearby local bars from 8-9 p.m.  Parking is available in the building at 2425 Reedie Dr.

Chuck Levin’s has been a staple in the DMV and the music industry. Opened in 1958 in Washington, D.C., and relocated to Wheaton in 1968, Chuck Levin’s has become a cultural landmark where musicians of all levels congregate to buy, browse and rent equipment.

Chuck Levin’s has had a collaborative relationship with the Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District since the district’s inception in 2016.  Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District has become known for its cultural diversity—in people and music, traditional art forms and culinary experiences.

The TGIF Encore series will include several concerts that will join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

The TGIF Encore lineup of outstanding music on Friday nights this fall:

  • Sept. 8: The Nighthawks
  • Sept. 15: Luis Garay Percussion World
  • Sept, 22: Ocho de Bastos and Grupo ETNIA
  • Sept. 29: Quimbao
  • Oct. 6: Ochos Los Bastos
  • Oct. 13: Verny Varela

The Nighthawks formed in 1974, with founding member and front man Mark Wenner still the constant through all of the years. The current ensemble includes Dan Hovey on guitar and vocals, Paul Pisciotta on bass and Mark Stutso on drums and vocals.

For more information on the TGIF Encore concert series, go to https://www.wheatonmd.org/.

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Release ID: 23-381
Media Contact: Neil H. Greenberger 240-205-1915