Latanya Farrell | Summer Concert Series

Known as “the singing principal,” Latanya is an ordinary woman with an ordinary life who brings an extraordinary voice to the music scene during live performances.
With her home-grown group of musicians, Latanya Farrell has emerged as a band leader full of energy and uniquely gifted at engaging audiences with her bright smile and impeccable style. Blending Latanya’s original music with popular cover tunes, the group plays to packed houses through the New England area. Their presence is infectious and the energy keeps flowing throughout the performance with music that ranges from soulful classics to urban contemporary.
Dubbed the “Queen of Summer Concerts” by the Hartford Courant in 2013, Latanya Farrell is a gifted singer, songwriter and performer with passion, energy, and a love for music and life. Her award-winning vocal talent and style has been influenced by Whitney Houston, Natalie Cole, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey and Jill Scott. With performance roots in her family church and community event, her career took off after she was named Champion of the 2003 Connecticut Start Search competition.
More recently, Latanya has released her debut album “Feelin’ Alright.” Uplifting melodies and powerful vocals are the hallmark of her songs about life, love, and happiness.
RAIN DATE: JULY 9
Concert is FREE and takes place on the John G. Martin Stage, located on the Rose Garden Lawn.
Support for the 2026 Summer Concert Series comes from:
- Roberts Foundation for the Arts
- Music Performance Trust Fund