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Garden Vibes: Kahlil Kwame Bell

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 6 p.m., East Lawn

Kahlil Kwame Bell, a Grammy-affiliated percussionist, composer, arranger, and producer, has left an indelible mark on the global music industry. His artistry spans jazz, rock, hip hop, European classical, world music, spirituals, and spoken word. Known for his distinctive layering of sounds, instruments, and rhythms, Bell embodies the unity of cultures through music. His compositions and collaborations can be heard daily on jazz and world music radio programs worldwide. Celebrated as a pioneer, Bell is coined for mastering the slapaphone and incorporating it into jazz, blending traditional percussion with innovation to expand the sonic possibilities of the genre.

Gates open at 5 p.m.; Concert begins at 6 p.m.
No rain date. Look to the website and social media for cancellation information.

Cash Bar! Sorry, no BYOB due to New York State liquor laws.

 

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