Chicago, IL, – West Point School of Music (West Point) invites you to join hundreds of motorcyclists and music enthusiasts at the inaugural For The Love of Music, Let’s Ride event on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 10 am to 3 pm. The day begins at West Point, located at 1233 W. 109th Place, Chicago, IL, and promises a blend of music, motorcycles, and meaningful conversations.
The event kicks off with a panel discussion titled Blacks on Bikes: Why We Ride, featuring notable figures such as Robert Simmons, the popular Be The Boss of Your Motorcycle® YouTuber, Ken Thomas, founder and president of the Chicago Chapter of the National Association of Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Clubs, Julian Champion, founder and CEO of West Point School of Music, and Smedmore Bernard, a Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach. This enriching discussion, hosted by WVON on-air personality Darlene Hill, will be followed by music, motorcycle demonstrations, and a raffle.
At 12:30 pm, participants will embark on a ride to Chi-Town Harley-Davidson, 17801 LaGrange Road, Tinley Park, IL, led by grand marshal Robert Simmons and the Buffalo Troopers. The bike ride culminates with West Point’s renowned Epic Steel Orchestra concert, food, fun, and more opportunities to connect with Robert Simmons and the Buffalo Troopers.
Event Schedule
West Point School of Music
10 am – 12:30 pm
10:00 am: Blacks on Bikes: Why We Ride, A Conversation
11:00 am: Motorcycle Riding Demonstrations, Music, and Raffle
12:30 pm: Kickstands Up, Riding to Chi-Town Harley
Chi-Town Harley-Davidson
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Concert with West Point’s Epic Steel Orchestra
Meet and Greet with Robert Simmons
Food and Fun
Riders and Non-Riders: $25 per person
Registration: https://westpointsom.org/letsride/
About West Point School of Music
Founded in 2011, West Point School of Music has provided high-quality music education to thousands of students from underprivileged communities in Chicago. With a mission to engage urban youth through tuition-free music instruction and performance, West Point nurtures artistically connected, socially conscious, and productive adults.
Core Programs Include:
Urban Music Makers: In-school and Saturday band program for 3rd-12th graders
Celebration on Steel: Steel drum music program for all ages and skill levels
Panville (Steel Pan Manufacturing): The only steel pan manufacturer in Illinois, providing steel drums to students at no cost
Epic Steel Orchestra: Premier ensemble performing diverse music genres
Instrument Repair Shop (IRS): Free instrument maintenance and repair, plus internship opportunities for students
West Point students develop self-discipline, teamwork, leadership skills, and academic excellence, preparing them for successful futures.
For more information about For The Love of Music, Let’s Ride, visithttps://westpointsom.org/letsride/ or call (773) 414-5933. High-resolution photos are available here.
Join West Point:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westpointsom/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@westpointschoolofmusic
Learn More:
West Point School of Music Programs: https://westpointsom.org/programs/
Robert Simmons, Be The Boss of Your Motorcycle®:https://www.youtube.com/@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle
Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Club: https://www.nabstmc.com/
