Friday, October 12, 2012

Brian Culbertson's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 2012 Highlights


Here are some highlights of the 1st annual Brian Culbertson's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway which featured Sinbad, Oleta Adams, Kenny Lattimore, Eric Darius, David Benoit, Eric Marienthal and Noel Gourdin. Winery sponsors: Miner Family Winery, Silver Oak, Gargiulo Vineyards, Paraduxx Winery, Chimney Rock, Prager Port & Duckhorn Vineyards. BC's band members: Marqueal Jordan on sax & vocals, Chris Miskel on drums, Randy Jacobs on guitar, Nathaniel Kearney Jr. on bass, Eddie Miller on keys & vocals and Michael Stever on trumpet & keys. Additional performers - Cecil Ramirez and his quartet at Cindy Pawlcyn's Brassica for our opening night dinner and Rue Marouche at the Gargiulo Luncheon. Concert Venue: Napa Valley Opera House. Kenny Lattimore performed in the 'tank room' at Paraduxx Winery. Brian Culbertson performed solo piano in the 'wine cave' at Miner Family Winery. Thanks to Jeff Gargiulo for preparing the VIP luncheon at Gargiulo Vineyards. Cameraman - Nick Harris. Video Editor - Joey Castro. Special thanks to Steve Gage, Oliver Caldwell, David Duncan, Dave Miner, Don Shindle at the Westin Verasa Napa, Carol Reber & Richard Hurwitz. This event was produced by Brian & Michelle Culbertson and STILETTO Entertainment and was held June 7-10, 2012. Next year's dates are June 5-9, 2013 so check out www.NapaValleyJazzGetaway.com for more information.

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