Kenny G is just one of many exciting and internationally renowned names in jazz who will come together when the 2009 Playboy Jazz Festival, now in its 31st year, presents its stellar lineup of talent Saturday and Sunday, June 13th and 14th at the landmark Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California. The two day event, which annually attracts over 35,000 fans, celebrates the entire spectrum of jazz. This year’s slate of performers will feature an eclectic mix of veteran jazz icons, today’s hottest young stars, world music performers, and Festival favorites.
Back for his 28th year as master of ceremonies is Bill Cosby and the talent-heavy roster of performers includes Kenny G, Patti Austin, The Neville Brothers, Norman Brown, Wayman Tisdale, Eric Darius and many more.
Jazz bassist/vocalist Esperanza Spalding and soul/funk outfit Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings are among the seven acts making their debut appearance at the 2009 Playboy Jazz Festival.
The festival performers were announced during a press conference at Hugh Hefner’s Playboy Mansion. Among those performing is Quincy Jones’ new protégé Alfredo Rodriguez who will be making his festival debut. Jones first encountered the 23-year-old Cuban pianist/producer/musical director during a performance at the 2006 Montreux Jazz Festival.
A special tribute to the 50th anniversary of Miles Davis’ landmark, best-selling jazz album “Kind of Blue” is set for Saturday (June 13th). Leading the salute is Jimmy Cobb, who is making his festival debut and is the only surviving member from the original recording.
Tickets are currently available via the Hollywood Bowl website, hollywoodbowl.com.
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