Grooves in the Grass - May 17!

Join your neighbors for “Grooves in the Grass,” a free community concert at Harper Park Pavilion on Sunday, May 17, from 4–7 pm!

Pack a picnic blanket, lawn chairs, snacks, and your favorite people for an evening of live music, family fun, and community connection. Relax with friends and neighbors while enjoying an exciting lineup of performances right here in the neighborhood.

AMNA has planned a festive afternoon for all ages, including a petting zoo, face painting, and a visit from a fire truck to keep the kids entertained. FREE hot dogs and water will be available while supplies last. Several area businesses have donated items for a drawing. Stop by the AMNA table to get a look at the prizes and get your free ticket to enter. Must be 18 or over and present to win.

Musically, there will be a little something for everyone from classical selections and rock and roll to familiar pop favorites. With such a wide variety of music planned for the evening, you’re sure to hear something you love!

Master of Ceremonies - Luke West

Meet Luke West, the local musician and neighbor bringing our community together for Sunday's Grooves in the Grass park concert! Read more in our interview with him here:

Meet Luke West: Musician, Engineer, Neighbor, and MC For Grooves in the Grass

By Drew Castillo As Vice President and Communications Director for the Anderson Mill Neighborhood Association, my favorite part of the job is meeting the incredible people who make our community thrive. This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Luke West, the MC for our upcoming community concert.

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JJP Band

JJ Plasencio, an award-winning bassist and producer will headline AMNA’s “Grooves in the Grass” neighborhood concert with his group, JJP Band.  An Anderson Mill resident and longtime fixture of the Austin music scene, JJ has toured internationally and performed with acclaimed artists including Plumb and Kevin Max. He contributed to Sixpence None the Richer’s celebrated album and is known for his versatility on bass guitar, upright bass, and cello.

In addition to performing, JJ is the owner of Hot Pepper Studios and serves as a professor of Recording and Music Technology at Concordia University, where he helps mentor the next generation of musicians and sound engineers.

Students from the North Austin School of Music

We’re excited to welcome students from North Austin School of Music to the stage for a set of live rock music performed by some of North Austin’s rising young musicians!

The North Austin School of Music is known for its dynamic music programs, including private lessons, live concert opportunities, and its popular Rock Camp, where students form bands, record in a professional studio, and perform live on stage. Their performance-based approach helps students build confidence, creativity, and real-world musical experience.

The concert will feature student performers playing a variety of rock-style music. Join us in supporting these talented young artists and celebrating the joy of live music in our neighborhood!

Westwood High School Orchestra String Quartet

We’re fortunate to have Westwood High School and its exceptional orchestra program right here in our neighborhood!  The Westwood Orchestra String Quartet and members of the Westwood Honor Society will be performing.

The orchestra program is led by Joshua Thompson, Director of Orchestras at Westwood High School, who has guided the nationally recognized and award-winning program since 2017.