For the music lovers out there, or to be specific, the Jazz lovers out there, this weekend should be a great one. The Newport Jazz Festival starts tonight and continues on throughout the entire weekend. Click (here) for the official website.
Tonight's opening night gala (8pm) features Dianne Reeves & her band and Count Basie Orchestra featuring Nnenna Freelon at the Newport Casino. A little jazz, a little blackjack, that could make for a great weekend. See below for links to detailed lineups for each day. Tickets are $65-$100.
Tonight's opening night gala (8pm) features Dianne Reeves & her band and Count Basie Orchestra featuring Nnenna Freelon at the Newport Casino. A little jazz, a little blackjack, that could make for a great weekend. See below for links to detailed lineups for each day. Tickets are $65-$100.
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Anonymous Said,
Attendees who like slammin bassists or soulful singers might want to catch Esperanza Spalding @ the festival.
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=29694
Posted on 7/10/08, 12:27 PM