Administrative Office Press Contact: Caleb Eick
5012 Lake Shore Drive ceick@thesembrich.org
Bolton Landing, NY 12814 Office: (518) 644-2431 x102
Museum & Grounds Cell: (518) 605-8965
4800 Lake Shore Drive
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Sembrich Brings World Music to Downtown Bolton Landing
BOLTON LANDING – The Sembrich will present the West African band Jomion & the Uklos in two free musical
events for visitors and residents of Bolton Landing on August 7, 2025. The first event at 11:00 AM is a
children’s concert introducing young people to the musical traditions of West Africa. The second event at 7:00
PM is an evening performance for the entire community to enjoy. Both events, presented in partnership with
the Town of Bolton, will take place in Bolton Landing’s Rogers Park in the heart of the lakeside village.
“We are delighted to bring Jomion & The Uklos to Bolton Landing and share their vibrant musical performances
with our community,” says Richard Wargo, The Sembrich’s Artistic Director. “We wanted to offer something
special to our community and what better way than with a concert in the park! We look forward to welcoming
locals and visitors alike at what promises to be a lively day of music for all!”
Jomion & The Uklos is a family band from Benin, West Africa, led by Samuel "Jomion" Gnonlonfoun. With his
brothers JB, Mathieu and his daughter Rose, Jomion combines traditional rhythms and songs from his country
culture with reggae, salsa and jazz to create vibrant, relaxed dance music, which he calls Whedo-jazz. They
have performed on Lincoln Center Outdoors, with B.B. King in Times Square, and recorded with the music icon
Bobby McFerrin.
Rogers Park is located in the center of Bolton Landing at 4922 Lake Shore Dr, Bolton Landing, NY 12814.
Admission to this event is free and concertgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or a blanket as seating is
on the lawn.
These events are sponsored by the Town of Bolton, Stewart’s Shops, and Louis and Maureen Van Dyck.
For more information visit TheSembrich.org/festival or call (518) 644-2431.
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Photo #1: Jomion & The Ulkos (photo courtesy of the band)
About The Sembrich
Experience music, history, and nature at The Sembrich in Bolton Landing. The Sembrich features museum
exhibitions and an annual summer festival with an exciting mix of world-class musicians, noted musical
scholars, a free film series, and the opportunity to enjoy it all on the beautiful shores of Lake George. Listed on
the National Historic Register, The Sembrich was once the teaching studio of Polish soprano Marcella
Sembrich, one of the most famous musicians at the turn of the 20 th century. Visitors can discover her storied
legacy, which includes over 400 performances at the Metropolitan Opera and faculty positions at both the
Juilliard Graduate School and the Curtis Institute of Music. With a treasured museum, performance series, and
over four wooded acres of nature paths to explore, The Sembrich is truly a unique cultural experience!
The Sembrich’s museum & grounds will be open daily from May 24 – October 13, 2025.
4800 Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing, NY 12814
For more information, visit www.TheSembrich.org or contact us at (518) 644-2431 or Office@TheSembrich.org
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The Sembrich’s 2025 Summer Festival “The Gilded Age” is made possible, in part, by support from the New
York State Council on the Arts, Town of Bolton, Warren County, Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust, Touba
Family Foundation, and the generosity of local businesses and individuals.
The Sembrich’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the
Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
2025 Upcoming Festival Events
July 30, 2025 – 2:00 PM – A Latin American Musical Tour
July 31, 2025 – 11:00 AM – Latin American Children’s Performance (at the Charles R. Wood Theater)
August 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Undiscovered Gems of the Gilded Age
August 4, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: A Real Pain (2025)
August 6, 2025 – 2:00 PM – STUDIO TALK: The Gilded Age TV Series with John Kenrick
August 7, 2025 – 11:00 AM – Children’s Program: Percussion Workshop with Jomion & the Uklos
August 7, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Jomion & The Uklos (Free Community Concert in Rogers Park, Bolton Landing)
August 17, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra
August 21, 2025 – 7:00 PM – Lakeside with Altissimo Arts
August 25, 2025 – 7:30 PM – FILM: The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)
August 27, 2025 – 2:00 PM – World Music Wednesday: Skye Consort & Emma Björling
August 30, 2025 – 6:00 PM – Gala: A Gilded Age Musicale