Yet passing an Art Deco band shell rekindled unpleasant memories of a date with George. The free outdoor concert had been great. George had been a big-headed bore. Hatch Memorial Shell is an outdoor music venue on the Charles River Esplanade. Since 1928, the location has featured performances by the Boston Pops Orchestra on Independence Day. Nearby is a memorial to Arthur Fiedler, the famous Pops conductor. Numerous free concerts are hosted at the Hatch Shell from spring through fall.
