The BROADMOOR | Allison Scott, Director of Communications | [email protected] | 719.577.5718 Weekend of Jazz | Audrey Birnbaum, Director of Communications | [email protected] | 404.862.5600 13 YEARS OF TRADITION: EARL KLUGH’S WEEKEND OF JAZZ AT THE BROADMOOR Grammy Award-Winning Artist Earl Klugh Returns This April Colorado Springs, Colo. (February 3, 2016) – For a 13th straight season, GRAMMY®-winning guitarist Earl Klugh will annually host his Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor featuring exceptional musicians and performances, unique culinary and wine experiences and more – all among an incredible group of Weekend of Jazz guests that return each year. This April 7-9, Join Earl Klugh, The Broadmoor and an amazing group of musicians – including several of Klugh’s heroes and friends: GRAMMY®-Winning Jazz and Bossa Nova Master SERGIO MENDES, legendary Jazz/funk group TOWER OF POWER, an acoustic piano show from KEIKO MATSUI & DAVID BENOIT: East Meets West, vocal sensation MORGAN JAMES, 2016 GRAMMY® Nominated drummer/vocalist JAMISON ROSS, contemporary saxophonist MICHAEL LINGTON, your host EARL KLUGH in a special performance, Celebrating 40 Years since his debut album - and more! THREE NIGHT PACKAGES INCLUDE: •Classic Accommodations for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights •Tickets to Thursday, Friday and Saturday night performances, including exclusive after-hours shows featuring Michael Lington, Jamison Ross and more •Admission to VIP Artist Experience •Exclusive sign-up for experiences and activities •25% discount on Suite upgrades •20% discount on golf greens fees •Complimentary treatment enhancement with purchase of $100 or greater spa service …and more Three-Night Package prices start at $686.49 per person for three nights, based on double occupancy. Limited availability. Not applicable to groups. Rate does not include taxes, service fees or parking. This event sells out every year and has limited availability so don’t miss this opportunity. To place your reservation for the three-night weekend package, please call The Broadmoor at 844-476-6873 or visit www.broadmoor.com. More information and all of the latest details on entertainment are available at www.weekendofJazz.com. ABOUT THE ARTISTS: TOWER OF POWER: Since 1968, Tower of Power has been delivering its unique brand of “Oakland style” music and maintaining a class of its own. Leader and founding member Emilio Castil-lo labeled the group’s sound as “Urban Soul Music.” Over the years, Tower of Power has performed with some of music’s biggest names including Elton John, Santana, Bonnie Raitt, Huey Lewis, Little Feat, Dionne Warwick, David Sanborn, Paula Abdul, Aaron Neville, Aerosmith, Michael Bolton, Billy Preston, Rod Stewart, Toto, and more. Tower of Power’s rhythm section lays down a groove like no other band. The horn driven sound is unique from writing and arranging to mixing and performing. The group’s collection of hits includes “You’re Still A Young Man,” “So Very Hard To Go,” “Soul With a Capital S,” “Soul Vaccination,” “What Is Hip?” Each year, Tower of Power tours the United States, Japan and Europe, playing sold out shows all over the world. www.TowerOfPower.com SERGIO MENDES: GRAMMY®-Award winner and one of the great pioneers of Bossa Nova - Sergio Mendes - is a multitalented producer/composer/ arranger/keyboardist/singer and Oscar Nominated songwriter. 2016 marks the 50th Anniversary of his legendary band Brasil ’66 and album “Herb Alpert Presents Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66”, Sergio’s first work for the A&M label. The version of “Mas Que Nada” on this record was the first song sung entirely in Portuguese to reach the top 5 on the Billboard magazine pop chart in the U.S. Mendes has toured and/or recorded with an array of artists including Frank Sinatra, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Cannonball Adderley, Herb Alpert and the TiJuana Brass, Henry Mancini and Stevie Wonder. Sergio has also produced several records for various artists, including Gilberto Gil, Sarah Vaughn, Johnny Mathis and many others, continuing to promote Brazilian Music through the world. KEIKO MATSUI and DAVID BENOIT: East Meets West: Two of the highest profile keyboardists in contemporary Jazz, David Benoit and Keiko Matsui, make a unique pairing in an acoustic piano performance: East Meets West. David Benoit’s career as a contemporary jazz pianist has included more than 25 solo recordings and 32 total recordings since 1977. Among his ‘80s releases, This Side Up, Freedom at Midnight, and the Grammy-nominated Every Step of the Way, are considered influential genre classics. Among his other Grammy nominations are those for Best Instrumental Composition and Best Large Jazz Ensemble Performance. Contemporary pianist Keiko Matsui celebrates the 25th Anniversary of her US recording career with her latest release Soul Quest featuring producer and drummer Narada Michael Walden, guitarist Chuck Loeb, saxophonist Kirk Whalum and bassist Marcus Miller. In 1997, she launched a tour dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer. Her music was prominently featured in Say It, Fight It, Cure It, a Lifetime special profiling several courageous women battling breast cancer. Keiko’s depth as a composer has also allowed her to contribute music to soundtracks in Japan, the U.S. and Russia. www.Benoit.com | www.KeikoMatsui.com MORGAN JAMES: “…a phenomenal talent…this woman is on fire.” -The New York Times Morgan James is not Just a great soul artist…or a great R&B artist, or even a great Jazz artist. The classically trained vocalist is malleable enough to encompass several genres, while displaying vocals reminiscent of Motown-era greats, all the while making her mark on Broadway. Morgan is armed with the chops to blow people away, and the musicianship to craft every tune. Mix a bit of Nina Simone with Aretha Franklin, add the warmth of Eva Cassidy and the musical passion of Prince, and you will start to get an idea of what kind of artist Morgan James is. She has been called "utter perfection… her vocal expertise was almost painfully beautiful. She could sing every style and genre of music flawlessly.” www.MorganJamesOnline.com MICHAEL LINGTON: Since his 1997 self-titled breakthrough album, saxophonist Michael Lington has had hundreds of live performances and countless hit radio singles. Lington, who became a U.S. citizen in 2008, has performed numerous times for the Danish royal family, including the wedding reception of Crown Prince Frederik, the country’s future king. In addition, the saxophonist has been a special guest with many musical superstars, including Barry Manilow, Bobby Caldwell, Randy Crawford and Michael Bolton. On Bolton’s tour, he played more than 300 shows in over 50 countries. Lington’s current release, Soul Appeal, has enJoyed success on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts. www.MichaelLington.com JAMISON ROSS: Composer, arranger, vocalist and drummer Jamison Ross combines his gifts to present a unique offering to the world of Jazz. His debut Grammy nominated release, Jamison, takes listeners on a musical journey that unifies his drumming abilities and vocal gifting. In 2012, Jamison won the Thelonius Monk International Jazz Competition for drums, the most prestigious award for Jazz artists. Since then, Jamison has gained acclaim within the genre through his collaboration with, Wes Anderson, Jon Batiste, Henry Butler, Billy Childs, Dr. John, Jimmy Heath, Ramsey Lewis, Ellis Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Christian McBride, Marcus Roberts, Patrice Rushen, Cecile McLorin Salvant and Snarky Puppy. www.JamisonRossMusic.com EARL KLUGH: Since GRAMMY®-winner Earl Klugh released his inaugural album in 1976, the Detroit-born master of the acoustic-classical guitar has become one of the most imitated icons of the instrument. He has released over 40 records, 24 of which have been on Billboard’s top-10 list of Jazz albums and 6 of which have made it to the No. 1 slot. Klugh’s recordings have received 13 Grammy® nominations (including one for his latest release, HandPicked) – and his collaboration with pianist Bob James, One on One, walked away with the 1980 Grammy® Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album. In 2016, Earl celebrates the 40th Anniversary of his debut album Earl Klugh (1976, Blue Note Records) with a very special catalogue of shows, highlighting selections from over 250 original compositions and featuring Klugh’s favorite standards, influences and collaborations from throughout his illustrious career. www.EarlKlugh.com About The BROADMOOR The BROADMOOR is the longest consecutive winner of the Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond awards for excellence. Situated at the gateway to the Colorado Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, the total resort encompasses 5,000 acres, with three championship golf courses, a Forbes Five Star spa, salon and fitness center, nationally recognized tennis staff and program, 26 retail boutiques and 19 restaurants, cafes and lounges including Colorado’s only Forbes Five Star restaurant, Penrose Room. 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