Bach, Beethoven, and Brunch

Satisfy your appetite for classical music by treating yourself to a special Sunday morning composed of Bach, Beethoven and Brunch. This outdoor series in Mellon Park in Shadyside is always a weekend favorite with listeners who bring picnic baskets for a delightful morning of classical music in the park. Don’t miss the “Best Brunch” competition during intermission and stop by the WQED-FM table on the Mellon Park lawn and cool yourself off with a WQED-FM fan. 

When: Sunday mornings – June 25 – July 30, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Mellon Park, Fifth and Shady Avenues, Point Breeze/Squirrel Hill · Concert Map
Food: You may bring your own picnic basket (alcohol prohibited)
Admission: Free
Parking: Street parking around perimeter of Mellon Park and meter lot behind Pittsburgh Center for the Arts

THIS WEEKEND: Presenting "Rock, Beethoven, and Brunch" featuring an eclectic mix of classical and modern rock. Local favorites Cello Fury, Byron Nash, and Louie Castle perform.

2023 Schedule

June 25 Munhall Community Band
July 2 KleZlectic
July 9 Discovery Program Quartet by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
July 16 Allegheny Brass Band
July 23 North Pittsburgh Symphonic Band
July 30 NEW – Local Artist Showcase


Art Craft - Allegheny Brass Band

The Allegheny Brass Band is scheduled to play at this week's Bach, Beethoven and Brunch concert on Sunday July 16th from 10:30am to noon at Mellon Park.  The Bands President and Euphonium player, Art Craft, talked about the band's history, performing at Bach, Beethoven and Brunch in the past, and what you can expect to hear on this Sunday's program.