Com Contributor Summer months abound with family-friendly concerts, from classical evening serenades to festive international beats. Lawn concerts are a particularly good idea for the kids. Instead of fidgeting in a chair, kicking the seat in front of them, they can move around, get some fresh air and dance to the music. Several summer festivals also offer live musical acts in a relaxed atmosphere appropriate for kids of all ages.
Summer classics Go to the symphony in shorts and a T-shirt, and grab the lawn chairs.
The Sopranos - The women pack the heat in this vocally charged concert featuring nationally renowned artists. The tunes begin at 7 p.m. on June 12, July 10, July 24 and Aug. 7. Rising Sun will host the Blue Jeans Festival on June 1 and 2, which will also feature free live music. More information . Get the blues Introduce the kids to the deep blues at the Queen City Blues Fest, July 6 and 7, at Sawyer Point.