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Jz_002c.indd 1 10/1/15 4:12 PM October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL Page 3 After silence, that which comes closest to expressing the inexpressible is music. ~ ALDOUS HUXLEY ~ REHOBOTH MILLSBORO LEWES 246 Rehoboth Avenue 28442 DuPont Blvd. 1240 Kings Highway 227-3883 • 1-800-345-3469 934-3970 • 1-888-934-3970 645-2207 • 1-800-331-4241 JackLingo.com Page 4 October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL This program was created and published by the Cape Contents Gazette Special Sections Editor 8 Marc Antoine - Artist of Year Jen Ellingsworth Copy Editor Bob Yesbek 12 Jazz is special to Sam Calagione Page Design Deny Howeth 18 Van Williamson marks 25th fest Production Coordinator Norma Parks Advertising Sales Manager 20 Groove with BWB, Sax Pack Chris Rausch Advertising Representatives Cindy Bowlin 40 Al Jarreau shines Bettye LaVette will Kathy McGinty dazzle at a concert Amanda Neafie at 8:30 p.m. Andrew Thomas Saturday, Oct. 17. 53 Stanley Jordan is a must-see See page 64. Production Staff Kristin Sinnott Christopher D. Foster The Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival is produced by the Delaware Celebration of Jazz. Dennis Santangini, president; Leon Galitzin, Edwin Krumm 58 Pieces of a Dream Come true vice president; Kas Naylor, head of hospitality; and Bing Crosby, Sherresha Powell webmaster. Cover artwork by Mike Massengale. Teresa Rodriguez Annual Christmas Joy! 365 * Silent Auction * Auction proceeds are used for Sat., Oct. 17 • 4 to 9:00 pm clothing, toys & Hours extended for Jazz Festival at Epworth Christmas dinner for 80 families in & the Cape Henlopen School District... Sun., Oct. 18 • 9 am to 1 pm Restaurant Certifi cates ~ Spa & Golf Packages and also, the Vacation Get-Aways ~ Home Décor ~ Holiday Items Christmas Joy! 365 Art ~ Jewelry & Fashion ~ Lessons (Art & Music) ministry assists with Services (Hair, Nails, House Cleaning, Computer, Auto, Lawn) the special needs of our community Household Goods ~ Garage & Garden ~ Furniture throughout the year! ~ Toys A Variety of Gift Baskets 19285 Holland Glade Rd., Rehoboth Beach • 227.7743 Sundays: 7:45 & 11:15 am Traditional Services 9:15 am Contemporary PRAISE! Services with American Sign Language Sunday School 9:15 am. Nursery 9:15 & 11:15 am Visit us online www.eumcrb.org October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL Page 5 THE HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN! JOHNNY NEEL | KEITH MACK | ED SHOCKLEY & FRIENDS MATT LAFFERTY OPENING EACH NIGHT AT 7 Playing together all Thurs · Fri · Sat 3 nights! 10/15 10/16 10/17 Dinner & show only $39.99* 1/2 Price Call early for reservations. pizza on *Dinner includes: Sundays for · Appetizer · Soup or salad football Choice of award-winning entrées including: · Rockfish w/ginger cream crab sauce · Filet Oscar w/crab & asparagus 3-tier wine and Viennese platter 721 Rehoboth Ave. • Rehoboth Beach, DE 302.226.8660 Page 6 October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL WELCOME TO JAZZ FEST Welcome to the 26th Annual Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival ello and welcome to the greatest jazz festival in Together, we share the moment and make remarkable the world! This year is so exciting. Every year memories. HI say this because the festival keeps getting bet- For more than two and a half decades, our deep ap- ter and better. It’s the superb artists, the incomparable preciation for jazz has created the extraordinary energy music, the electric beach atmosphere and YOU that for this highly anticipated, annual event. We must be make it great! doing something right! Where else in the world can you immerse your Our talented staff, the fabulous musicians and the senses so completely in just one fabulous weekend? welcoming businesses look forward to seeing you ap- Southern Delaware, particularly the Rehoboth Beach plauding in the audience, sunning on the beach, relax- area, provides the perfect stage for this outstanding ing in your favorite restaurant and strolling through the celebration of jazz. shops. Audiences will applaud the premier hospitality ven- We all share one common bond: The love of the ues of hotels, motels, fabulous eateries, shopping, and music! It is said that music is food for the soul. It’s beautiful fall weather. certainly true for me. I hope it’s true for you. Most of all, I sincerely want to thank YOU for your I am looking forward to having you be a part of this dedication to live music. Because it’s YOU - the audi- unforgettable time and place. What’s not to look ence - that brings so many talented and legendary art- forward to? You'll have the time of your life at the ists to this festival. greatest jazz festival in the world! Welcome! Dennis Santangini, President, Delaware Celebration of Jazz October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL Page 7 Page 8 October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL ARTIST PROFILE Marc Antoine – Artist of the Year arc Antoine’s music is a must-have for fans of original, Mcontemporary guitar. He is a musical chameleon with a unique sound that crosses into many worlds. He naturally combines Classical, Roma, and Flamenco with Smooth Jazz so that his style is exquisite. “It is soothing to hear and enjoy,” said one fan. The 2015 Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival is excited to announce that this year’s Artist of the Year is Marc Antoine. Marc’s style has a way of opening the mind and the imagination. His inspirational guitar interpretations take you on an unforgettable adven- ture. Currently, he has continued this remarkable journey with his 11th proj- ect, Guitar Destiny. His talent makes him one of the most sought-after guitarists in the industry. Why? 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Lewes, DE • beebehealthcare.org OPEN DAILY October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL Page 9 Page 10 October 2015 - Rehoboth Beach JAZZ FESTIVAL the magic of the music showed the that success came “Urban Gypsy.” way to recovery. By 1984, he was back From then until now, the productions Marc Antoine on stage, captivating audiences once have never stopped, and neither have Continued from page 8 again. the awards. In 1995, R&R selected him In 1988 Marc moved to London, a Best New Artist of the Year, followed Where did they come from? Where move that changed his life. He began by the Gavin Award in 1998. He was did they go? As you listen to Marc’s performing with the Basia Band and awarded a Latin Grammy in 2005. And music and watch him on stage; let your the Reggae Philharmonic Orchestra, as then, in 2010, at the Chicago Smooth imagination take you to that bridge, well as participating in London’s Acid Jazz Awards, he was chosen as Inter- and the beginning of his fabulous Jazz scene. Then, with his faithful national Artist of the Year. These are career. guitar in tow, Marc moved to Los An- only a few of the many various jazz On his 11th birthday, in Paris, his par- geles in the late 1990s. At this point in awards for which he has been nomi- ents presented him with his first gui- nated during his illustrious career. tar. Little did they know how that gift HIS GUITAR NEVER LEFT HIS SIDE, Marc’s own label and publishing would influence their son’s future. By AND THE MAGIC OF THE MUSIC company, Frazzy Frog, was formed in age 13, Marc’s guitar aptitude was obvi- 2010. His first independent album, “My ous. His father decided to send him SHOWED THE WAY TO RECOVERY. Classical Way,” was released shortly to the Conservatoire de Paris, where thereafter. Jazz Time’s Magazine top he studied classical music. Four years his career, he was expertly enhancing 50 mentioned that this record placed later, he had earned several awards, the music of such legendary greats as second for Record of the Year. and was playing with local bands, Sting, Celine Dion, Cher, Rod Stewart Whether it’s Samba, Roma, Bossa showing an ear-catching, ingenious and George Benson, to name only Nova, Classical, Jazz, or an imaginative flare for blending genres. a few! That list grew with his work combination of all of the above, his But, in 1981, when he fell through a on movie soundtracks such as “Get soul-stirring music demands attention. window, he sustained a devastating Shorty,” “The Fan,” and “Demolition Marc’s honest passion rings true in the injury to his left hand. Told he would Man.” But, the best was yet to come. music he creates. We are thrilled to probably never use the hand again; In 1994, Marc began his solo career have him be a memorable part of our Marc remained undaunted.