Gifted and talented jazz musicians will take the Warren Auditorium stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9, at Sonoma State University to pay tribute to one of their own, Mel Graves (left).
A composer, a jazz musician and educator, Graves will play a new role, honoree. Graves is being celebrated for his many years of service to the University heading up the Jazz Studies department, and to offer him loving support as he battles pancreatic cancer.
This event is being co-sponsored by the Center For Performing Arts and the Healdsburg Jazz Festival. It is expected to sell out so those who wish to honor Graves should plan to purchase their tickets early by calling (707) 664-2353.
A donation of $15 for this event is suggested. All proceeds will go to establishing a jazz scholarship in his name.
Featured artists include Mel Martin, Randy Vincent, George Marsh, Peter Barshay and an All-Star Alumni group. Special guests include Art Lande and Denny Zeitlin.
For further information, visit melgraves.blogspot.com or phone Alan Kleinschmidt, (707) 664-2791.
