The Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc.™ returns to The Breakers on Saturday, August
1, at 7:30 pm for its Gala Benefit featuring performances by Cassandra Wilson,
Michel Camilo, Jon Batiste and Stay Human, to celebrate the 90th birthday of
festival impresario George Wein. Although his birthday is October 3, there's no
telling who may show up to surprise him. Governor Gina Raimondo and Senators
Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse will serve as Honorary Gala co-chairs, which
Wein says, "is a true indication of what the Newport Festivals Foundation
means to the state of Rhode Island."
"Cassandra
Wilson has graciously agreed to perform. Without question, she is one of the
finest of jazz singers performing today. To be able to see her in such an
intimate setting is a privilege," added Wein. "Jon has appeared as a
soloist at the Gala, but never with his full group. When he starts playing his
melodica and strolls through the crowd, the fun he is having will instantly be
communicated to you. Michel Camilo, who is one of my favorite pianists, will
thrill you with his musicianship and the uniqueness of his style of solo
performance."
Cocktails
and hors d'oeuvres begin at 7:30 pm, a four-course dinner with wine will be
served at 8:30 pm and the evening's program will begin as the first course is
served. Gala tickets are $600 for a single seat with recognition in the Gala
program book. ($475 is tax deductible). In addition, patrons can choose to
receive a Flex ticket to the Newport Jazz Festival, which can be used on
Friday, Saturday or Sunday at Fort Adams.
The
Newport Festivals Foundation was founded by George Wein in 2010 to build and
continue the legacies of the famed Newport Jazz Festival® and Newport Folk
Festival®. Under the auspices of the Foundation, the Newport Jazz Festival
presents performers who respect and honor jazz music traditions, and at the
same time reflect the changes in today's musical trends. Through the
establishment of partnerships with local high schools and
colleges/universities, the Foundation will present programs to educate young
people about jazz music as presented at the annual festivals. For more
information, please visit www.newportfestivalsfoundation.org. The Newport Folk
Festival® takes place at Fort Adams State Park July 24 - 26 and is continuing
its rolling lineup announcement. Artists announced to date include J Mascis,
Field Report, First Aid Kit, Leon Bridges, Sturgill Simpson, Madisen Ward &
the Mama Bear, Courtney Barnett and Haunt the House.
The
Newport Jazz Festival® presented by Natixis Global Asset Management includes
Chris Botti and Jon Batiste & Stay Human at the International Tennis Hall
of Fame at the Newport Casino, and three days at Fort Adams State Park
featuring Cassandra Wilson, Jamie Cullum, Snarky Puppy, Maria Schneider, Arturo
Sandoval, Dr. John, Jack DeJohnette: Made in Chicago, Kenny Garrett, Billy
Childs, Arturo O'Farrill, Fred Hersch, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Jon Batiste,
Kneebody, Hiromi, Michel Camilo, Jon Faddis, James Carter, Christian McBride,
Bill Frisell, Mike Stern/Bill Evans Band, Ambrose Akinmusire, Tom Harrell, Pat
Martino, Matana Roberts, John Hollenbeck, Ms. Lisa Fischer and Grand Baton and
many others.
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