From the most dramatic of dances to the atmospheric sounds of the South Pacific, this weekend the Great Park celebrates a range of musical influences. Join in the fun with Hector del Curto’s Eternal Tango Quintet Friday and then come back Saturday for the Polynesian sounds of Te Vaka.

Come tango on the tarmac to the sounds of Hector del Curto’s Eternal Tango Quintet on Friday, August 27th at 8:00 p.m. The Great Park is hosting a tango dance party for the first time, and it was worth the wait: Argentinean bandoneón player and bandleader Hector del Curto is one of the most acclaimed young musicians in the tango world. He has also performed with some of the world’s outstanding symphony orchestras, and recording stars from Shakira to Tito Puente to mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves. Don’t know how to tango? Don’t worry, dance instructors will teach you the moves at 7:30 p.m.

On Saturday, August 28th at 8:00 p.m., the Great Park fills with sounds of the South Pacific from Te Vaka. Drawn from the Maori music of New Zealand, the chants of Tahiti and other far-flung outposts within the massive Polynesian Triangle, Te Vaka’s music is both traditional and original, mixing ancient chants and log drumming with modern instrumentation and vocals.

“These vibrant, colorful, joyful and diverse performances highlight our Great Park summer dance and concert series,” said Larry Agran, Chair, Orange County Great Park Corporation. “The Great Park truly offers something for everyone.”

Before Saturday’s performance, visitors can enjoy the Great Park Comedy Corner at 7:00 p.m. featuring Tom Connolly and Lou Santini. Admission to Flights & Sounds Summer Festival dance and concert series is free, and parking is just $10.