Summer's Esplanade Concerts Begin Tonight on Charles Bank

Boston's traditional free Esplanade Concert series begins tonight at 8:30 on the banks of the Charles River.

First organized in 1929, these open-air concerts have become a regular feature of the season. Selections will range from light works to heavy overtures, including popular Strauss waltzes, some of Chopin's better known works, and other classical music under the baton of conductor Arthur Fediler.

Concert-goers may take the subway to Charles Station or drive there by way of Charles Street Bridge.