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Musical acts performing genres from swing, lounge tunes and pop rock

to even Latin jazz will take the stage in Newport Beach as part of free

concerts in the park Sunday and Sept. 9.

Zoot Suit Revue will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday at Mariners Park. Known

for its blended sound and dance, the sextet was influenced by musical

legends such as Cab Calloway and Frank Sinatra. Mariners Park is at Dover

Drive and Irvine Avenue.

The Susie Hansen Band will follow on Sept. 9 with a Latin jazz program

headed by violinist Susie Hansen. The concert will be held at Eastbluff

Park, at Vista del Oro and Vista del Sol.

Information: (949) 644-3151.