Posts Tagged ‘concerts’

Glee Club to Perform at el Pedregal at The Boulders

Friday, May 21st, 2010

The world-renowned University of Pennsylvania Glee Club, known for their unique blend of musical excellence and theatrical showmanship, is bringing its legendary song and dance to el Pedregal at The Boulders on Saturday, May 22, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.  The all-male musical group performs an expansive and diverse repertoire, ranging from old traditional songs to contemporary pop music, from American spirituals to German drinking songs, opera choruses and Broadway show tunes.

 The Penn Glee Club is a choral group of men that has been around for 148 years, the original Glee club beginning as early as 1862. This group has performed all over the world wowing audiences in Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica, among others!

Fourth Annual Salsa Challenge at el Pedregal at The Boulders

Friday, April 16th, 2010

El Pedregal at The Boulders hosts its Fourth Annual outdoor Salsa Challenge on Saturday, May 1 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., showcasing Arizona Chefs and Restaurants including The Spotted Donkey, El Encanto, Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, Dos Diablos, Tonto Bar & Grill, Scottsdale Pantry, 3 Margaritas and Rubios!  Guests are invited to sample salsas from around the valley and listen to festive music by the female mariachi group called Mariachi Pasion and watch salsa dance performances by Tropical Vibes Dance Company in the outdoor amphitheatre!

In addition, the festival will offer a tequila tasting by Semental Tequila and local chefs will compete for the title of “Best Salsa” in the Valley.  Visit www.elpedregal.com for more details!

Esteban Live at el Pedregal at The Boulders

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

On Saturday, March 6 el Pedregal Shops and Dining at The Boulders hosts an all day musical event from 10 AM to 10 PM, with performances by musical guest, Esteban, in addition to several local bands in celebration of music and art. 

Proceeds will benefit The Rodger Hansen Liver Transplant, Desert Foothills Community Association, H.E.A.R.T. (Huachinera Art & Cultural Center), Carefree / Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce, Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce, Boy Scouts, Food Bank, Girl Scouts #1739, Bella Vista Fine Arts program, Desert Mountain Schools Fine Arts program, and Sonoran Trails Middle School’s Fine Arts Program charities and organizations.

In addition, a silent auction will be held with several original paintings, lithos and posters from Santé Fe artist, Pablo Antonio Milan; signed instruments from celebrities and musicians, and artwork from the Thunderbird artists. For further details about this event, visit www.elpedregal.com.

2010 Spring Wine & Jazz at el Pedregal at The Boulders

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

El Pedregal Shops and Dining at the Boulders Resort returns with its annual Spring Wine and Jazz Festival celebrating distinctive shopping, delightful wines and jazz music from notable valley artists. Held in the outdoor amphitheatre, guests are invited to sit under the blue sky and listen to classic music every Sunday beginning February 28 through May 23, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Admission is free and food tickets and commemorative wine glasses are available for purchase.

2010 Spring lineup includes:

2/28 -Hope Morgan- Named best female jazz vocalist by the Austin Jazz Players and Critics Poll.

3/7 -AFFINITY– 10 piece big band performing contemporary swing and big band jazz favorites

3/14- Ally & the Boys– Similar sounds to Celtic and Irish Jazz

3/21- Guy Pennacchio- A tribute to Frank Sinatra, this wonderful show pays homage to one of the greatest singers of all time.

3/28- Khani Cole –International recording artist performing from her three hit albums.

4/11 -Urban Quartet- String quartet, performing works from Metallica, Queen, Rolling Stones and more.

 4/18 –Eddie Boh Paris and friends- One of the great New Orleans style Dixieland Jazz trombone players of our time.

 4/25 –Marion Meadows- National recording artist, performing smooth jazz with his four-piece ensemble.

 5/2 –Freddie Duran Plan- Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Latin jazz, Tejano and American hits.

 5/9 –Anthony Mazzella- Concert guitarists acclaimed by both Billboard and Guitar One magazines.

 5/16 –Marmalade Skies- Performing music of The Beatles from 1963 to 1970.

 5/23 –Jodi Light and Shining Star- Performing a variety of jazz favorites, as well as originals.