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Simon & Garfunkel: Concert in Central Park

On 19 September 1981, Simon & Garfunkel reunited for a free public concert on the Great Lawn of New York City's Central Park, drawing one of the largest ever audiences for a single concert.

On 19 September 1981, Simon & Garfunkel reunited for a free public concert on the Great Lawn of New York City's Central Park, raising awareness and funding to help restore the world鈥檚 most famous urban park.

The duo had rarely performed since their breakup in 1970, but their music continued to resonate with the city from which they came. This unforgettable performance, which drew one of the largest audiences ever assembled for a single concert, features all of Simon & Garfunkel鈥檚 greatest hits as well as selections from their solo catalogues, newly arranged with an expanded 11-man band.

Songs performed include Mrs Robinson, America, Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard, Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Boxer, Old Friends, The Sound of Silence and Late in the Evening.

1 hour, 26 minutes

Last on

Sat 3 Sep 2022 01:35

Music Played

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    America (Live at Central Park, New York, NY - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    America (Live at Central Park, New York, NY - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Scarborough Fair (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    April Come She Will (Live at Central Park, New York, NY - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Wake Up Little Susie

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Still Crazy After All These Years (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Late In The Evening (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Slip Slidin' Away (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    A Heart In New York (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Kodachrome / Mabellene (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    Bridge Over Troubled Water

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    50 Ways To Leave Your Lover (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    America (Live at Central Park, New York, NY - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    America (Live at Central Park, New York, NY - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    The 59Th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy) (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

  • Simon & Garfunkel

    The Sounds of Silence (Live At Central Park, New York, Ny - September 19, 1981)

Credits

Role Contributor
Musician Paul Simon
Musician Art Garfunkel
Director Jennifer Lebeau
Production Company White Light International Media Ltd

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