Music series begins with Washington native

WASHINGTON — The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens will present a performance by contemporary musician Jason Spooner and his band, 2-5 p.m. June 12.

Spooner, a Maine-based singer/ songwriter, grew up in Washington.

"While I have made my home on the shores of the Atlantic in Portland, Maine for the last couple of decades, the Litchfield Hills and surrounding woodland, farms, rivers and trails in and around Washington will always represent ‘home’ for me — literally and spiritually,” said Spooner. “I consider it the land where my interest in music and songwriting first took root.”

“There is a palpable magical creative energy in those Berkshire foothills and river valleys that works its way into your soul if you let it. I certainly first heard the calling there as a child and have followed the path ever since,” he said.

According to a statement, Spooner has been a visible and respected presence on the northeastern and national live music circuits for close to two decades. As the leader of the Jason Spooner Band, with Dan Boyden, drums, Stu Mahan, bass and Dawson Hill, keyboards, Spooner has expanded his musical horizons significantly over the course of five studio releases.

The quartet stands out with an interesting signature sound that appeals to a wide range of audiences.

Spooner and the band are releasing their first live album this month, “Live from Stone Mountain”, recorded at Stone Mountain Arts Center in Brownfield, Me

This concert is free and open to the public. Learn more at thejudyblackparkandgardens.org.

Judy Black Gardens / Contributed photo The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens presents contemporary musician Jason Spooner and his band, 2-5 p.m. June 12.