Presented by Verizon Communications and Verizon Wireless, the Jazz Stage will take place on SIX nights of the 2009 WaterFire Season!
The Verizon Jazz Stage is located outdoors on Steeple Street, between North Main Street and Canal Street and the concerts start at 8:00PM. Admission is free, courtesy of Verizon Wireless & Verizon Communications.
2009 WaterFire Verizon Jazz Stage Season Schedule
Friday, May 29th: Krisanthi Pappas
Saturday, June 13th: Greg Abate
8:00-11:00 PM: Performance by the Grammy nominated, jazz saxophonist, flutist, and composer: Greg Abate!
Saturday, July 25th: Kirk Feather
Featured Artist: The leader of The Feather Trio, professional Woodwind player, and worldwide performer, Kirk Feather, will be accompanied by Paul Schmeling, Piano, Brain Rizzuto, Bass, Art Montenaro, Trombone, & Mike Connors, Drums
Saturday, August 8th: Mike Tanaka
Saturday, September 5th: Kelley Lennon
8:00-11:00 PM: Voted Best Jazz Act of the Year by Motif Magazine! This Rhode Islander is a Verizon Jazz Stage regular and is sure to please the crowd!
Saturday, October 10th: The Paul Borrelli Just Jazz Ensemble
Paul Borrelli has performed in many of America’s premier venues for over 40 years. The Paul Borrelli Just Jazz Ensemble includes some of the finest New England Jazz Artists: Tony Lujan, Trumpet, Marty Ballou, Bass, and Steve Silberstein, Drums.
Don’t forget to donate your used cell phones and accessories at the Verizon Wireless tent on College Street! Donations go to HopeLine to benefit victims of domestic violence.
Also, please visit the Verizon Communications station at the intersection of Steeple Street and North Main Streets for information and giveaways!