NEW YORK (Audi of
America Inc.) - Audi of America, Inc., one of the world's leading manufacturers of luxury performance cars, and
Black Enterprise, the premiere business news source for African Americans, announced today the creation of the Audi
Black Enterprise Jazz Festival.
Jazz newcomers and notables are among the artists to be featured in a series of sizzling performances at the Verizon Wireless Theater in Houston on Saturday, October 2, 2004. The festival will spotlight an energetic fusion of jazz artists and styles, from well-loved legends and classic rhythms to rising stars and unconventional timbres.
The Audi Black Enterprise Jazz Festival will feature continuous performances on indoor and outdoor stages from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. The audience will experience performances by artists that include:
* KEM: In his debut CD, KEMISTRY, KEM's passion for words, blend of vocal textures, and soulful style combine to captivate listeners and cross over genres.
* Joe Sample: He is returning to his home city of Houston. The masterful technique and personal reflections of this acclaimed keyboardist and composer elicit a strong, genuine emotional response.
* Spirit Music Sextet: The group features Me'Shell NdegeOcello, celebrated bassist and multi-Grammy nominated vocalist. Spirit's fearless creativity melds innovative compositions into a mosaic that frees minds and opens hearts.
* Pieces of A Dream: Referred to as the essence of the smooth jazz explosion, Pieces will feature Love's Silhouette, the group's latest chart-topping CD.
* Jimmy Sommers: His Lovelife CD features Sommers' infectious alto sax, which is spirited yet sensual, making music without boundaries.
Admission to the festival is $51.50. Tickets may be purchased from Ticketmaster at 713.629.3700 or online at https://www.ticketmaster.com.
"Audi is currently embarking on a significant product launch," says Maria Nahigian, Audi's event marketing manager. "The Audi Black Enterprise Jazz Festival in Houston provides an exceptional opportunity to present the stylish all-new A6 sedan to a multicultural audience."
"This partnership with Audi of America provides an excellent opportunity for us to share with our audience lifestyle options in luxury automobiles and entertainment," said Earl "Butch" Graves Jr., president and chief operating officer of Black Enterprise magazine. "The lineup of automobiles and artists featured is certain to please car enthusiasts and jazz lovers alike."
Through its headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and a network of more than 260 dealers, Audi of America markets a line of premium luxury vehicles that includes the sporty A4 sedan, the A4 Cabriolet, the S4 sedan, the stylish A6 sedan, the all-aluminum A8, the allroad quattro, and the award-winning TT Coupe and Roadster.
For more information about Audi vehicles, corporate news, and Audi-related events, visit https://www.audiusa.com.
Black Enterprise magazine provides essential business information and advice for professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and decision makers. Monthly, the publication provides more than 3.6 million readers with information about financial management, entrepreneurship, and careers. Black Enterprise is the authority for business and trends and is the source of information for and about African American business markets and leaders. The magazine is published by Earl G. Graves Publishing Co.
For more information and resources, visit https://www.blackenterprise.com.
