Perfect weather paired perfectly with Brass From the Past on Friday, Aug. 1, in Mt. Morris.

An estimated 1,300 people turned out to hear the popular band play Motown, soul and rock selections, featuring a large horn section and a dynamic rhythm section.

Three vocalists and the strong brass section kept the crowd moving to the tunes as temperatures dipped into the low 70s.

And there was a local connection, with Terry Connell of Mt. Morris playing the trumpet.

The free Jamboree Concert Series continues through the summer from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays in downtown Mt. Morris at the Warren Reckmeyer Bandshell on the campus.

Jamboree schedule

Aug. 8: The Jimmys, featuring Marcia Ball – blues, funk, soul and R&B

Aug. 9: Surf Zombies – surf rock

Aug. 15: Captain Rat and the Blind Rivets – 1950s and 1960s rock ’n’ roll

Aug. 16: Mr. Myers – reggae, rock, pop and calypso

Aug. 22: Heartache Tonight – Eagles tribute

Aug. 23: Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones – 1950s and 1960s rock ’n’ roll

Aug. 29: Fortunate Sons – Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute

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Jeff Anthony sings as the brass section plays during the Brass From The Past performance at the Jamboree Concert Series Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 in Mt. Morris. (Earleen Hinton)