JAZZ ROOM Holiday Edition: Piano Night, the Music of Vince Guaraldi
December 13, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A holiday classic back by popular demand, join us for the music of legendary composer Vince Guaraldi.
Pre-concert dessert reception 7:00. Show begins 8:00.
Join us for one of the most swingin’ holiday season celebrations in town as the JAZZ ROOM celebrates the music of legendary composer Vince Guaraldi and A Charlie Brown Christmas. The evening features five local, regional, and national gifted jazz pianists playing the music of Guaraldi, best known for Charlie Brown, “Peanuts” television Christmas specials.. This family-friendly presentation will feature classic holiday favorites and surprises that will help make your season merry and bright.
The evening’s festivities will include a pre-concert dessert reception and silent auction supporting JazzArts programs, including the JazzArts Academy and Sponsor A Student scholarships.
Pianists include:
- John Chin
- Simon George
- Paul Longstreth
- Ariel Pocock
- Frederick Sanders
Special guest vocalists include:
- Mercury Carter
- Emily Braden
- Young Voices of the Carolinas
Guest musicians include:
- JazzArts All-Star Youth Ensemble
- Dave Potter, drummer
- Butler knowles, bass
- Andrew Snapp, saxophone
- Lynn Grissett, trumpet