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U p co m i n g S E Aco a s t co n ce r t s p ro m i s e w i d e va r i e t y, t o p - n o t c h t a l e nt When SEAcoast Entertainment Association announced its 2015-16 concert lineup, SEAcoast president Ernie Doud promised it would be another outstanding season of quality entertainment for Florence. So far, SEAcoast has delivered. Big time. The season kicked-off Oct. 9 when Latin Grammy-nominated pop/jazz/classical artists Quattrosound wowed the Florence Events Center crowd with their outstanding and diverse talents by introducing Florence to a delicious new blended genre called “popzzical.” Then, Nov. 21, renowned vocalist Ken Lavigne fi lled the FEC concert hall with his charm, wit and outstanding voice for a memorable evening of international caliber entertainment. Doud says the remainder of the season will get progressively better. “While most don’t get the chance to dine in the cafés of Seville or dance in the clubs in Havana, you will experience a sense of that passionate cultural vibe through the music of guitarist Jesse Cook and his band,” says Doud. Cook’s music has been featured on episodes of Sex and The City, The Chris Isaak Show, and during several Olympic Games. Jesse and his group of multitalented musicians perform Jan. 29, 2016. On Feb. 20, Ballet Fantastique brings the premiere of Dragon and the Night Queen: Celtic Stories, which forges a new and dramatic retelling of ancient Irish legends in a vivid exploration of choreography and dance fi lled with riotous spirit. Violinist Cullen Vance and the Gerry Rempel Ensemble provide the exuberant live accompaniment. “On Friday, March 18, one of most popular and sought-after big bands in the world, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, returns to Florence,” adds Doud. “SEAcoast Entertainment will open the Florence Event Center’s fl at fl oor so you can enjoy big band music the way it was intended-with dancing and limited, open, cabaret-style seating; so buy your tickets early!” “You choose, we play,” say the members of the world-class ensemble, Shuffl e Concert. From Baroque to classical and romantic; from jazz, to pop and Broadway, this group is so multitalented they let the audience select the pieces they will play. “You’ve never been to a concert like this,” says Doud. “Every performance is a completely customized and memorable experience.” Shuffl e plays a rare Thursday night concert on April 7. “And you’ll be in luck on Friday, the 13th of May, when The New Hot Club of America comes to ‘wow’ Florence,” says Doud. “This dazzling ensemble is comprised of some of today’s top gypsy jazz artists in North America. You’ll want to tango in your seat as they recapture the sound, style, and spirit of the 1930’s-era Hot Club of France — right here in Florence.” For 35 years, SEAcoast Entertainment Association has provided Florence with world-class entertainment at affordable prices — from household names to undiscovered gems. “From classics to jazz, from eclectic to electric, from ballet to big band, Florence is loving this season’s variety. Our remaining fi ve shows will offer something for everyone,” says Doud. Individual concert tickets for the performances are $30 each, and $10 for those under 18. Tickets, artist profi les, show times, video clips, and more information are available at www.SEAcoastEA.org. Tickets can also be purchased at the Florence Events Center box offi ce, 715 Quince Street; by phone at 541-997-1994; or online at www.eventcenter.org. Ja z z K i n g s to p u t Fl o re n ce ‘ I n t h e M o o d ’ For the second installment of its Swing Era classics, the Jazz Kings will examine the great songs of 1939 thru ‘42. Audiences will hear more music from Jimmy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington and the Andrews Sisters, as well as great songs from Glenn Miller, Harry James, Artie Shaw, Vera Lynn, Helen Forrest and Bing Crosby. Expect to hear classics like “Brazil.” “I Don’t Want to Walk Without You,” “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree,” “Jersey Bounce,” “A String of Pearls,” “Beat Me Daddy Eight To The Bar,” “Ko Ko,” “The Breeze and I,” “In the Mood,” “Frenesi,” “We’’ll Meet Again,”” Hold Tight, Hold Tight,” “Take the ‘A’ Train” and “You Made Me Love You.” Dream Big. Achieve More. The Jazz Kings will perform Saturday Jan. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets for this popular musical show are $25 and can be purchased at the Florence Events Center box offi ce, 715 Quince Street; by phone at 541- 997-1994; or online at www.eventcenter.org 106.9 FM 103.1 FM 104.1 FM 1250 AM Florence Branch 777 Hwy 101 541-334-5825 Serving the Northwest with over 100 locations bannerbank.com Page 6 Member FDIC Your locally owned community radio stations. The Florence Events Center website: www.eventcenter.org
