Event

Donna Bailey & Friends

Listen Locally
Donna Bailey & Friends
Friday, May 5, 7:30 p.m.

The Carnegie Carnegie celebrates its 116th anniversary with an evening of some of the regions finest jazz musicians.

Described as being one of the most dynamic, soulful, entertaining vocalists on the jazz scene today, Donna Bailey brings a sophisticated, coolness to jazz standards, as well as to her own compositions. Her vocal interpretations and engaging personality have earned her accolades and loyal audiences. Dr. Nelson Harrison of the Pittsburgh Jazz Network describes her as a delight! There are many singers on the scene today, but very few can light up a room like Donna Bailey. Thats personality thats entertainment.

Donna performed for the legendary Dave Brubeck at the Manchester Craftsmens Guild in honor of his 86th birthday, and in 2014 was inducted into Pittsburghs Jazz Hall of Fame.

Donnas May 5th playlist includes selections by Cole Porter, Willie Nelson, Henry Mancini, Sammy Cahn/Gene DePaul as well as her own compositions. She is proud to be joined for this concert by jazz greats Mike Tomaro on Sax, Joe DeFazio on Piano, Jason Hollar on Bass and Gordon Grottenhaler on Percussion.

Doors open at 7:00 pm. Show begins at 7:30. Tickets: $15 in advance (through May 3), $20 at the door. Tickets available at www.carnegiecarnegie.org/tickets or call 1-800-838-3006, x. 1

A reception in the Studio follows the performance. Beverages available for donation. Shuttle service is available from the parking lot on E. Main Street, opposite Carnegie Coffee Company.

Listen Locally is made possible through the generosity of the McKinney Charitable Foundation.