Nearly 400 people filled Ted Ensley Gardens in Topeka on July 14 for a summer concert that brought the Topeka Symphony Orchestra to the park for its “Garden Grooves” series, KSNT 27 News reports. The program centered on Taylor Swift songs, performed by the orchestra in a lineup described as spanning Swift’s career.
The event drew a mix of fans, including longtime Swift supporters and audience members who were newer to her music. With an outdoor setting and a crowd from across generations, the concert offered a community-focused evening designed to make live orchestral performance feel welcoming and accessible.
For residents looking for another music outing this season, the “Garden Grooves” concert is a reminder that local culture in Topeka can bring together both music lovers and curious newcomers—right where they gather outdoors.
Nearly 400 attend Topeka Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Garden Grooves’ summer concert featuring Taylor Swift hits