Kravis Center Jazz Programs 2002 - 2003

Al Jarreau
Friday, November 1 at 8 pm
Dreyfoos Hall
Tickets $15 - $45

One of the most widely recognized and sophisticated vocalists in contemporary music, Al Jarreau holds the distinction of being the only singer in history to win Best Vocalist Awards in three different categories - jazz, pop and R&B. Called “the voice of versatility" by the Chicago Tribune and “one of the world's greatest natural resources" by the Detroit News, this five-time Grammy-winner has cemented his place in history as an international superstar. Sponsored by Kochman & Braun PLC. Post-performance reception for Kravis Center's Annual Friends Members and Young Friends of the Kravis Center.

Nancy Wilson and Ramsey Lewis
The “Meant To Be" Tour
Wednesday, November 13 at 8 pm
Dreyfoos Hall
Tickets $15 - $50

In combined careers that exceed eight decades, these Grammy Award-winning artists have captured the hearts and minds of audiences with their exquisite vocal and piano interpretations of the jazz and popular music repertoire, accounting for over 120 albums, including their most recent collaboration, Meant To Be. They are part of a select group of entertainers whose art is so timeless, style so distinctive and longevity in the world of music so remarkable they earn the right to be called legendary. Sponsored by Donald M. Ephraim Family Foundation

JazzFest I
JazzReach, Inc., featuring Metta Quintet
University of Miami Vocal Jazz I, Larry Lapin, Director
University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble, Mark Dickman, Director
A Kravis Center Community Outreach Event
Saturday, November 16 at 6 pm
Gosman Amphitheatre
Tickets $10 general admission

From the work songs and spirituals that stemmed from the hardships of slavery, to blues and ragtime, to the swingin' big bands of the '30s, to the rebelliousness of Be-Bop in the '40s and beyond, Metta Quintet's sizzling tempos add up to a jazzy lesson in America's music. The evening also includes hot collegiate jazz ensembles for your listening pleasure. Hold on to your hat for this one!

Plena Libre
Opening act: Santana Tribute Band
A Kravis Center Community Outreach Event
Friday, November 22 at 7 pm
Gosman Amphitheatre
Tickets $12

With celebratory salsa rhythms, rasping trombones and backing vocals, Plena Libre has taken plena - the folkloric music of Puerto Rico - and injected it with sizzling contemporary dance floor arrangements. Led by bassist, arranger and composer Gary N