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Enjoy the 6:30 p.m. preshow featuring Goisagi, an ensemble that takes traditional Japanese taiko drumming to the next level!
creates an appealing blend of alternative pop, with elements that stretch from raw to electronic. Amanda has the heart of a singer-songwriter with the voice of a pop diva. She joined the Amplify 817 platform in the first wave of 2023 artists.
is an Indie Alternative trio from Fort Worth area with a strong element of environmentalism to their work that carries through in their music and performances. They joined the Amplify 817 platform in 2022.
first joined the Amplify 817 family as part of Chillamundo in 2020. As a Fort Worth singer-songwriter passionate about the local music community, he joined Amplify 817 as an independent artist with his album Everything is Alright (Live at the Bit) in 2021.
is fondly referred to as a founding father of Amplify 817 as he joined as one of four inaugural artists at our launch in 2020. He continued support of Amplify 817 hosting our first New Year's Eve event, and exclusively launching his album Life Goes On on Amplify 817 before any other streaming platform. Lou is known for captivating live shows, a magnetic personality and introspective point of view. At the end of this show, you'll be able to answer his signature question, "Who is Lou?"
Admission to the event is complimentary thanks to the Fort Worth Public Library and donors through the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation.
Reserve Tickets
Parking at the Will Rogers Memorial Center garages and lots will be $12 per vehicle.
Trinity Metro also offers bus service that drops off across the street from the Auditorium.
All seating is general admission on the lower level of Will Rogers Auditorium. Access to the balconies will only open if the first floor is full.
There is no reserve seating for this event. Blocking or saving seats will not be permitted after the 7 p.m. opening number.
Concessions are available in the foyer and hallways outside of the seating area after doors open at 6 p.m. No outside food or beverages are permitted.
In the case of inclement weather, outdoor performances may be canceled. We will follow the guidance of the City of Fort Worth's Office of Emergency Management to continue or cancel the event in case of severe weather and dangerous conditions.
We will accept donations of string, percussion and keyboard instruments during the concert to support our instrument lending program. Every donor at the event will receive a free 2023 Amplify 817 Showcase poster.
Let us know what you're bringing in advance and complete this form.
Ready to create your own music? Learn about the musical instruments the Library has available for you to check out. Representatives will be on-site at the concert to provide additional information. Select Fort Worth Public Library locations also offer free music lessons and a chance to play with others as a group.
Amplify 817 supports local musicians through up-front compensation to stream their music and chances to grow through media training, marketing support and paid performance opportunities at special events. Applications to Amplify 817 are accepted twice a year, with a group of expert curators collaborating to decide who makes the cut. Those selected are paid up-front for the rights to offer their music free to stream on the Amplify 817 website for three years.
For the public, Amplify 817 offers a one-stop shop to find locally created music from musicians who regularly perform in Fort Worth.
This program is made possible in part by community donations to the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation from patrons like you. Thank you!