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  • #DogsOfJOTG: These pups love jazz!

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    Posted on 08.14.2019 by Kamrin Baker
    Do you ever wonder how your dog feels when you take them to public events like the farmer's market, the Starbuck's drive-thru -- or OPA's very own Jazz on the Green? Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Darcy Malone and the Tangle

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    Posted on 08.12.2019 by Will Patterson
    Darcy Malone and the Tangle will be wrapping up this year’s Jazz on the Green lineup with a performance on August 15. Here are a few fun facts on the series finishing performance. Read More

  • 4 FUN FACTS: Marcos & Sabor

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    Posted on 08.06.2019 by Will Patterson
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  • 3 FUN FACTS: Big Wade & The Black Swan Theory

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    Posted on 07.29.2019 by Will Patterson
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  • 3 FUN FACTS: Paa Kow and his Afro-fusion Orchestra

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    Posted on 07.19.2019 by Will Patterson
    Omaha jazz fans looking for something new are in luck — Paa Kow, is a performance unlike any other in this year’s Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing lineup. Read More

  • 5 of the ultimate Jazz on the Green set-ups

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    Posted on 07.15.2019 by Kamrin Baker
    We were inspired by some of the best JOTG set-ups at our first show this year, so we thought we’d give a little shout out to the audience members going the extra mile to make their experience the jazziest. Read More

  • 5 tips for making Jazz on the Green 2019 the best yet

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    Posted on 07.01.2019 by Kamrin Baker
    Jazz on the Green is a time for fun, funky, fresh (and FREE) entertainment for the whole community. In order to make your experience the best it can be, we’ve compiled some tips just for you. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Big Sam's Funky Nation

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    Posted on 07.01.2019 by Will Patterson
    Big Sam’s Funky Nation is first up in this summer’s Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing lineup. Here are a few fun facts to prep you before Big Sam and his crew bring their talent to Omaha. Read More

  • OPA ROUNDUP: Dive into these must-see summer shows

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    Posted on 06.28.2019 by Kamrin Baker
    To dive into the sizzling titles we will present this summer, I asked some of my colleagues to share what they are most excited to see. Read More

  • GET TO KNOW: Jazz on the Green preshow performers

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    Posted on 06.21.2019 by Will Patterson
    Our Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing summer concert series brings jazz performers from all over — but the preshow performances are all local! Get to know the bands... Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: No BS! Brass Band at Jazz on the Green

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    Posted on 08.09.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    August is basically the Sunday of summer, and we plan to soak up every last minute of it. Tomorrow night we’ll be grooving during our final Jazz on the Green concert of the summer. I know, we can’t believe it’s already the last one either, but we can't think of a better way to close out the season. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Shaun Murphy Band at Jazz on the Green

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    Posted on 08.02.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    Tonight’s Jazz on the Green concert is a special one! In honor of Blue Society of Omaha’s 20th Anniversary, we are teaming up to present one of the great voices of blues music – Shaun Murphy – who also happens to be an Omaha native! Here are three fun facts about tonight’s headliner. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Shayna Steele at Jazz on the Green

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    Posted on 07.26.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    We’re half way through our summer concert series, Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing – and we have no plans for slowing down. Soak up some serious soul tonight when rising star Shayna Steele takes the stage. Here’s a few fun facts about the singer. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Tiempo Libre Bohemia

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    Posted on 07.18.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    Afro-Cuban group Tiempo Libre Bohemia is turning up the heat with tropical rhythms. Our Latin jazz artists are always a favorite during the summer concert series, probably because you can’t help but to dance to the upbeat music! Here are 3 fun facts about the band. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: The Big Takeover

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    Posted on 07.12.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing grooves again tonight with The Big Takeover! Here’s 3 fun facts about the band. Read More

  • 3 FUN FACTS: Gooch & His Las Vegas Big Band

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    Posted on 07.05.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    Tonight, we kick off Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing with Gooch & His Las Vegas Big Band. Here’s 3 fun facts about the band. Read More

  • READY TO GET DOWN? Tips to prepare for Jazz on the Green

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    Posted on 07.03.2018 by Courtney Mattern
    Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing, Omaha’s favorite free outdoor concert series, starts grooving this Thursday with Gooch & His Las Vegas Big Band. Whether you’re a JOTG pro or a first-timer, we think you’ll find these tips handy as you prepare for the hot weather and cool music. Read More