# Event Details - **Event Name**: Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Enjoy a celebration of American music in the park with the talented musicians of the National Chamber Orchestra and. the U.S. Army Blues!About this EventJoin us for a free outdoor performance by the National Chamber Orchestra's elite roster of Washington’s finest instrumentalists alongside the U.S. Army Blues, the flagship jazz ensemble of the US military bands!Enjoy an evening including works of Nat King Cole, Aaron Copland, Richard Rodgers, Frank Zappa, and John Phillip Sousa as we celebrate the wildly diverse and unique sounds of American music!About the Inner Arbor TrustThe Trust is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in Maryland. The mission of the Inner Arbor Trust is to promote and nurture a park in a unique natural setting for a variety of arts and culture experiences that enrich the entire community. The Trust works to develop Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods into a destination arts and culture park. In addition to operating the Chrysalis amphitheater, the Trust manages a substantial portion of the Park for recreational use.About the National Chamber OrchestraThe National Chamber Orchestra represents an exceptional convergence of elite artistry, drawing from the most accomplished professional musicians across the Baltimore-Washington region, the nation, and the international stage. This dynamic ensemble features principal players and section leaders from the area's most prestigious orchestras while continuously welcoming distinguished soloists and performers from around the globe. By maintaining this fluid exchange of talent, the orchestra cultivates a rich cultural tapestry where diverse musical traditions, interpretive approaches, and performance philosophies intersect.About the U.S. Army BluesThe U.S. Army Blues, part of the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” is the premier jazz ensemble of the US Army. After informal beginnings in 1970, this 19-piece ensemble became an official element of the Army Band in 1972. The Army Blues strive to fulfill their mission through public concerts, educational outreach, and the preservation of the tradition of America’s unique art form: jazz.This celebration is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council. To discover more about the Maryland State Arts Council and how they impact Maryland, visit msac.org. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/490f4ea0-a886-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Parking Information:DIRECTIONS TO LOT 2 (flat)For GPS purposes, please use the address 11000 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 (you are going to the flat surface parking lot, not the garage).From points north: Take 29 South to 175 West (Columbia). Continue as 175 becomes Little Patuxent Parkway, for approximately 2.3 miles. Make a left onto Merriweather Drive and follow the signs to Lot 2, which is to the right.From points south: Take 29 North to Broken Land Parkway towards Town Center / Merriweather Post Pavilion. Make a right onto Little Patuxent Parkway, continue for approximately 0.2 miles. Make a right onto Merriweather Drive and follow the signs to Lot 2, which is to the right.ADA ParkingIf you need ADA parking, please make sure you select ADA parking during checkout. F or more information about parking please click here - https://innerarbortrust.org/location - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/labor-day-concert-with-national-chamber-orchestra-and-us-army-blues/100001998129143055 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, fireworks, art, performances, live-music, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-09-07T19:00:00Z - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbia - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods - **lat**: 39.2114404 - **long**: -76.85998159999997 - **full address**: The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/c03978cfeea0da31df35721a2e36132cd0cf29b60c7724cca7a5a16e33c0938e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787255113 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues being held? - **A:** Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues takes place on Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Mon, 07 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues? - **A:** Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues is organized by Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Labor Day Concert with National Chamber Orchestra and U.S. Army Blues is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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