| Trumpeter and composer Chris Botti, described by the Los Angeles Times “as a break out musical star,” will return to his home town of Corvallis, Oregon for two performances at La Sells Stewart Center with his ensemble and the Corvallis-OSU Symphony Orchestra. The concerts will be performed on Fri., Apr. 1, and Sat., Apr. 2, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.
Best known as a contemporary jazz artist, Grammy Award-winner Chris Botti has created his own individual sound and has transformed the world of contemporary jazz with his signature style, a fusion of pop, jazz and classical melodies. Since the release of his 2004 critically acclaimed CD When I Fall In Love, Botti has become the largest-selling American instrumental artist. His ongoing association with PBS has led to four number one jazz albums, as well as multiple gold, platinum and Grammy Awards. Over the past three decades, he has recorded and performed with some of the biggest names in music including Frank Sinatra, Sting, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, John Mayer, Andrea Bocelli, Joshua Bell and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. Botti and his incredible band have performed with many of the finest symphonies and at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including performances at the World Series and a Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony.
Chris Botti’s Ensemble includes: Billy Kilson, drums; Mark Whitfield, guitar; Robert Hurst, bass; Caroline Campbell, violin; Andy Ezrin, keyboards; Geoffrey Keezer, piano; and Sy Smith, vocals.
Reserved tickets for Chris Botti on Apr. 1 and 2, 2011 are $30, $45, $60, and $75. Tickets may be purchased starting Nov. 1, 2010 on-line at TicketsOregon.com (503-432-9477) or by sending an e-mail to Betsy, project manger, at tickets@cosusymphony.org. |
