Jack & The Optimists at Treelawn Music Hall

Join us for the 2026 edition of the John Lennon Remembered memorial concert, our annual event to help keep alive the music & memory of John Lennon, and to raise funds for Cleveland Rocks: Past, Present, Future. Mark your calendars as we prepare an all-star assembly of Cleveland area musicians to pay tribute to one of the greatest song writers of the 20th century. The ever-evolving list of performers include: Kendall Stauffer Band, Jack & the Optimists, Marc Stauffer Band, Robin Stratton, Colette Gschwind, Brian Henke, Mark Tiefenbach, The Sidemen, Twisted Vibes, Nick and Lori, Andy Ulle, Charlie Weiner, Ted Riser and Tom Vail, and more! John Lennon Remembered: Celebrating the Music and the Message When we think of the people who have made a lasting difference in the world, artists and musicians deserve a place among the great thinkers, leaders, and visionaries of history. Imagine being remembered alongside the likes of Albert Einstein and Mahatma Gandhi. That's a pretty exclusive club---and one not often populated by rock stars. Yet John Lennon stands out as an undeniable exception. The cream of the crop, the bee's knees, the cat's pajamas---or, in Lennon's own words, "toppermost of the poppermost." Whatever you call it, John Lennon's impact reaches far beyond his achievements as a songwriter and performer. Through his music and fearless activism, he helped shape conversations about popular culture, spirituality, politics, peace, and the power of music itself. From the early days of Beatlemania, when fans screamed themselves hoarse just to catch a glimpse of their heroes, Lennon had a knack for getting inside people's heads---and staying there. It might have begun with irresistible singalongs like "She Loves You" and its unforgettable "yeah, yeah, yeah," but Lennon's influence grew into something much bigger. Songs and messages like "All You Need Is Love," "Give Peace a Chance," and "Mind Games" became anthems that challenged people to think differently about the world and their place in it, and to "Imagine" a more peaceful world. The 1960s were hungry for that message, and judging by the state of the world today, we haven't outgrown the need for it. Love, peace, unity, and the possibility of a better future remain as relevant as ever. This year, at the Treelawn Music Hall, a talented gathering of performers from Greater Cleveland will come together to celebrate that enduring legacy at the John Lennon Remembered Concert. The event, conceived by Kendall Stauffer, has become an annual tradition spanning many years, bringing musicians together to honor Lennon's life, music, and message. The Treelawn is thrilled to host the 2026 edition of this beloved celebration back for another year of music and remembrance. Come celebrate the songs, the spirit, and the enduring influence of an artist whose message continues to resonate across generations. After all, some music entertains us---and some music changes the way we see the world. John Lennon's music managed to do BOTH.