2011 Woollaston Nelson Jazz & Blues Festival
The 2011 Woollaston Nelson Jazz & Blues Festival is now in its twentieth year.
Billed as the “official kick-off to summer”, with over 60 events planned over eight days, the festival showcases stellar international, national and local talent right in the heart of the Nelson and Tasman region.
Kicking off on 2nd January, It's going to be a full on 8 days.
The opening event is headlined by roots rock-reggae favourite dDub.
Christchurch singer-songwriter Mark Vanilau is performing a one time show, and Jennine Bailey performs with a tribute to American musician Eva Cassidy at the Nelson School of Music.
As leading acts, the festival is also rightly proud to present premier Australian jazzman James Morrison sharing the bill with vocalist Emma Pask, a singer Morrison calls “the greatest gift to Australian jazz vocals in the last decade.”
Auckland is equally well represented with Spiral’s fusion of jazz, blues, soul and samba grooves.
BlackSandDiva will be bringing their funk, soul, acid jazz, and sexy organic style all the way from the Queen City’s wild west coast.
The Flaming Mudcats will be introducing Mainlanders to their brand of Blues, R&B and Rock 'n’ Roll.
There’s no better place for world-class music than an equally world-class destination in Nelson.
First-rate dining and lodgings are at the ready.
Activities for everyone from urban walks and shopping, art galleries and museums to kayaking and lounging at the beachside are all there for you to enjoy.
The festival is not-for-profit, so without generous sponsors, supporters and over 25,000 spectators, there would be silence.
The 2011 Woollaston Nelson Jazz & Blues Festival would love to welcome to the party!
For more details, visit the 2011 Woollaston Nelson Jazz and Blues Festival web site by clicking HERE.
