November 2016


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Jazz Legacy Foundation offers a weekend of activities for jazz lovers


BY NICOLE PUSKAR The Jazz Legacy Foundation, a


non-profit organization, is hosting its 4th Annual Jazz Legacy Foundation Gala November 10 – 13, 2016 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, VA. This


from


past years’ events. The Jazz Legacy Foundation is particularly excited for this year’s lineup, the opportunity to showcase local talent, and numerous additional events including: Celebrity Golf Tournament, historical tours of Hampton and Newport News, Bid Whist Tournament, and Paint Mix and Mingle.


The Foundation’s mission is, “to transform young lives through charitable educational


the appreciation and


support by way of scholarships, creative


arts, leadership development, mentoring workshops, and community partnerships; all with the aspirations of enhancing


preservation of the Art of Jazz, America’s only true art form.” During the last four years, the Jazz Legacy Foundation has succeeded in growing in size, improving the jazz experience, and expanding in their giving to support jazz and music education. In fact, the Foundation is hosting a special free event on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 featuring local schools that they have supported including: Portsmouth, Norfolk, Hampton, and Newport News Public Schools. Those interested in attending can get free tickets to


year’s gala


is highly anticipated by jazz lovers from all over the country, including many returning participants


The Hampton Roads Messenger 3 W in t er W o n der l a n d


American jazz musician, Najee


Wednesday’s event on the Jazz Legacy Foundation website (tickets limited to event capacity).


Lineup Information: • Kick Off Thursday features


Walter Beasley, Jonathan Fritzen,


Vincent Ingala, Eric Darius, and Forte’ • Festival Friday features Sheila


E. Kim Waters, Marion Meadows, Chante’ Moore, Pieces of a Dream featuring Selina Albright, and Fuzz Band


features


• Night of Elegance Saturday Lalah


Downing, Euge Groove, and Nick Colionne


• Sunday Jazz Grand Finale


features Najee, Alex Bugnon, Deniece Williams, and Phil Perry


The Jazz Legacy Foundation’s


host hotel is Embassy Suites Hotel and Spa, which is conveniently connected to the Hampton Roads Convention Center by a short breezeway. For more Information on accommodations and additional


weekend activities


including jam sessions, parties, silent auctions, and more go to the Jazz Legacy Foundation website (www.jaz- zlegacyfoundation.com). Parking for the event is free.


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