Tanglewood Awaits, in the Summer Tradition
![Tanglewood Awaits, in the Summer Tradition 1 A perfect lazy Sunday afternoon at Tanglewood, with Joshua Bell on violin with the BSO.](https://maxhartshorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/P8025344-1.jpg)
It’s another July and to me that signals one of the most important times of the year: Tanglewood Time!
There is simply nothing I can think of that’s more relaxing, predictable, and satisfying than pulling your lawn chairs, table, delicious picnic, and vino and setting up a camp near one of the big trees in front of the venerable Tanglewood stage.
It’s been the same for so many years, I think I started going to Tangle back before 2001. Wow. It’s a legacy of decades with different characters playing supporting roles but a consistent theme. The music is why we go and the peaceful setting of Tanglewood is simply the perfect way to spend a Sunday. I’m happy that the weather forecast isn’t steamy, but just in case we do have ample shade with the famous blue Sportbrella.
![Tanglewood Awaits, in the Summer Tradition 2 Renée Fleming sings the Strauss program at Tanglewood on Sunday. Hilary Scott, courtesy of the BSO](https://maxhartshorne.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Screenshot-2024-07-08-at-11.23.47 AM-850x487.jpg)