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| 2nd Annual Bella Sera Sunset Jazz Festival March winds will reverberate with the sound and rhythm of jazz as Jekyll Island hosts the 2nd Annual Bella Sera Sunset Jazz Festival, March 16-17, 2007. Among the featured performers are: Joey Somerville, Marcus Johnson, Eric Essix, Janita, King City Trio and Marc Dickman Jazz Quintet. The music will guide visitors on a journey through sound. To entrance the senses of smell and taste, Bella Sera will also feature wine symposiums, hosted by United Distributors. The educational seminars will compliment the soulful sounds of the jazz, mixing high to low notes. "I can't think of better way to enjoy jazz music than with the beautiful marsh and sunset as a backdrop", adds Eric Garvey senior director of marketing for Jekyll Island. "With this year's line-up, and the addition of our wine tasting event, the second annual Sunset Jazz Festival is set to be a big hit." Bella Sera, which translates into "beautiful evening, " will feature two nights of music. Friday, March 16th visitors will watch the sunset at the historic Jekyll Island Wharf outside the Rah Bar as the King City Jazz Trio entertains. About the Artists - Joey Somerville: Unlike most trumpet players, the basis of Somerville's musical essence lies in the Baptist church. He would judge the caliber of his playing by the number of people he could 'get happy' in the congregation. Today, Somerville makes listeners happy with a harmonious mix of be-bop jazz with the soul and melodic fire of the Baptist church, sprinkled with beats and grooves drawn from Atlanta's R&B and Hip-Hop sounds Eric Essix: The Beatles were a first influence in Essex's musical life. Essex taught himself to play by listening to LP's by Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5 and Al Green. His smooth jazz is sure to entertain. Marcus Johnson: An accomplished jazz pianist Marcus Johnson's presence is elegant, from his attire to the sheer elegance of his music; a tasty blend of contemporary Jazz styling and hip-hop rhythms. Janita: Starting her career at the age of 13, Janita had multiple hits and received two Grammy Awards in her home country of Finland before turning 17. Janita's inspired and passionate vocals and strong stage presence draw in concert goers. Says Billboard Magazine, "Sensual, musical mosaic, should be hits…" King City Jazz: Vocalist Betsy Shelander and King City Jazz take a familiar set of words-and-music and turn it into a fresh batch of adventurous listening. Whether you like the blues, salsa or swing – such familiar tunes as "Ain't Misbehaving", "The Girl From Ipanema", "Route 66" and "Satin Doll" – will make you want to dance. Marc Dickman: An Associate Professor of jazz studies and low brass at the University of North Florida, Dickman conducts the Jazz Ensemble and tuba/euphonium choir. A founding member of the Modern Jazz Tuba Project, Dickman has two critically acclaimed releases; Live From the Bottom Line, and Favorite Things. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Jazz News :: home page |