Press Release by: Kelly Haggard
Venue: OC Pavilion (Santa Ana, CA, USA)
06/15/2008 - The OC Pavilion (http://www.ocpavilion.com) is pleased to welcome chart-topping jazz band, The Yellowjackets on Sunday, June 15.
The Yellowjackets debuted on the jazz music scene in 1981 dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz. Their improvisational style draws from a wide range of musical sources, incorporating elements of Bebop, funk, R&B, and rock. Their debut album made serious waves in jazz radio, receiving both public and critical acclaim. The group has performed together over the last 27 years at many prestigious venues and events, including the Playboy Jazz Festival. Their music has seen great successful on the Billboard Jazz charts and concert venues around the world.
“If variety is the spice of life, Yellowjackets have learned how to perfectly season their live sets.”
Todd S. Jenkins
Downbeat Magazine
The Yellowjackets are currently on tour in Europe, with scheduled stops including the Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Switzerland, France, Italy and Holland, before returning for concert dates in the U.S. The June 15 concert date is currently their only schedule West Coast stop.
“Fusion rock at its best - in no way old-fashioned, more fresh and alive than ever.”
Carina Prange
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Orchestra, balcony and theater seating is available for this event. Ticket prices range from $55-65 and purchases can be made online at http://www.ocpavilion.com, by phone at 714-550-0550 or at the box office at 801 North Main Street in Santa Ana.
Doors open at 5 PM to the award-winning Ambrosia Restaurant. Dinner reservations for Ambrosia are recommended as the restaurant tends to sell out on show nights. Doors to the theater and main lobby open at 6 PM with cocktails and appetizers available for purchase. Join us after the show for an after party featuring live jazz in The Vault VIP Lounge.
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OC Pavilion – http://www.ocpavilion.com
From chandeliers to exquisite hand painted murals, the OC Pavilion, designed and built by Michael F. Harrah, is the most intimate and exclusive performing arts theater and restaurant complex in Orange County, California. Located in historic downtown Santa Ana “the Golden City”, the beautifully appointed theater with a capacity of only 528 seats assures you of an exceptional close up view of any event.
For more information: OC Pavilion website
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