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| 2010 Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival From July 9th to 11th in the Southern California Wine Country City of Temecula, thousands will converge to celebrate the "first lady of song, " Ella Fitzgerald, the most popular female jazz singer in the United States for more than half a century. In her lifetime, she won 13 Grammy awards and sold over 40 million albums. She worked with all the jazz greats, from Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Nat King Cole to Frank Sinatra, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny Goodman. Headlining the festival, back by popular demand, is GRAMMY Award winner Poncho Sanchez for an exclusive Summer 2010 Southwest concert. More than anything, Sanchez is a storyteller. As the leader of the most popular Latin jazz group in the world today, it's his congas and seasoned ensemble that do the talking. Recently voted one of the Best City events, this year's TVIJ Festival promises to bring this annual event to a whole new level by celebrating the life and influence of Jazz Great Ella Fitzgerald. International Jazz artists and visitors from all over the globe will again flock to Temecula Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, joining thousands of other Jazz enthusiasts to enjoy a weekend filled with World Renowned entertainment. Friday Opening Night Dinner & Concert Tickets are $100, Saturday General Admission $35, Box Suite Seats $65, and Platinum VIP/Backstage Pass $120. Sunday's Youth Jazz Festival is Free Admission. According to the Box Office, tickets are already selling fast and this event is expected to sell out early. Friday night, July 9th, the festival kicks off with an intimate dinner and concert (line-up to be announced). Saturday will find the location transformed and ready for the main event! For $35, general admission tickets include entrance to the Chuck Niles Main Stage performances, entertainment in the Wine & Beer Garden and special events throughout the festival grounds. Box Seats for $65 also include dinner and drinks tickets. Platinum VIP/ BackStage Pass tickets at $120 include special backstage access along with a table, drinks and dinner during the Saturday night concert. Proceeds benefit Musicians Workshop Non-Profit Youth Education programs. write your comments about the article :: © 2009 Jazz News :: home page |