George Winston in concert at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, NM
January 14, 2009
For more information, contact:
Chris Faivre
Media Publications Manager
(575) 541-2150
George Winston in concert at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, NM
LAS CRUCES, NM – The Doña Ana Arts Council is pleased to present renowned pianist George Winston in concert at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces at 7.30 pm on Tuesday, January 27, 2009.
Inspired by the seasons, solo pianist George Winston plays over 100 solo piano concerts a year in America and beyond. His concerts feature a variety of styles, including his melodic folk piano, stride piano, New Orleans R&B piano, Vince Guaraldi’s Peanuts pieces and more.
Winston has seven multi-platinum, platinum and gold records, including the Grammy-winning Forest. His latest album is entitled Gulf Coast Bules and Impressions – A Hurricane Relief Benefit. In concert George will be performing songs from his latest album as well as selections from his seasonal favorites Autumn, December, Winter Into Spring and Summer as well as his themed albums Forest, Plains, and Montana – A Love Story and his albums dedicated to composers: Linus and Lucy – The Music of Vince Guaraldi and Night Divides the Day – The Music of the Doors.
Tickets are available in advance at Hubbard’s Music ‘N More, Mountain Music, White’s Music Box or by calling the Doña Ana Arts Council at (575) 523.6403. Advance purchase tickets are $15 for students and seniors (60+), $20 for general admission. On the day of the show, all tickets will be $25.
George Winston will donate a portion of his proceeds from this event to the Casa de Peregrinos food bank in Las Cruces. Please join us in support of Casa de Peregrinos by bringing a non-perishable food item to the concert.
For more information, call the Town of Mesilla at (575) 524-3262 ext. 116.