This is a celebration of the genius Ray Charles and an evening with GEORGIA ON MY MIND will be a night to remember.” The artists in this performance have a combined 11 Grammys, and Vegas’ own Clint Holmes is making his return to the Las Vegas Strip after eight years. “It’s a joy to bring audiences back to the golden age of renowned artists performing great songs with a live big band and choir on a world-class stage. “We are excited to bring this unique show to The Venetian and to fans from around the world who visit Las Vegas,” said John Caparella, president and chief operating officer of The Venetian, The Palazzo, and Sands Expo. Producer Larry Rosen with Take 6, Clint Holmes, Kirk and Nnenna Ray Charles, through GEORGIA ON MY MIND, in the Venetian Theatre September 18 through October 29, 2014. This dynamic ensemble of all-star performers will celebrate the genius of American music, Mr. Smith and Edie Aikels, and features the Las Vegas All-Star Big Band, under the direction of pianist and conductor, David Loeb. The show also introduces the Las Vegas Mass Choir, under the direction of James R. This groundbreaking new show will feature a host of esteemed stars including Emmy award-winner Clint Holmes, 10-time Grammy award-winning vocal group TAKE 6, six-time Grammy nominee and DownBeat Vocalist of the Year Nnenna Freelon, and Stella Gospel Award and Grammy award-winning saxophone star Kirk Whalum. Larry Rosen: musician, producer, executive producer, and music industry entrepreneur.The Venetian Las Vegas and GOMM Productions LLC, have partnered to bring a special engagement – GEORGIA ON MY MIND: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles – to The Venetian Theatre this fall. "Georgia On My Mind - Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles was absolutely off the charts amazing! The talent of Take 6, Clint Holmes, Nnenna Freelon and Tom Scott all on one stage was incredible to behold add the legendary greatness of Ray Charles, and this show is not to be missed! Several of my audience members told me it was the best musical act they had ever seen! And, all of the artists were lovely to work with, gracious, kind and genuine through and through. Gotta shout out to Tour Manager, David Glenn, as well! So great to work with!" First class! I cannot say enough great things about this show. ![]() Nnenna Freelon, Tom Scott and Take 6 were simply fabulous. Clint Holmes is a tremendous showman and voice. ![]() It was a fabulous show! The incredible talent assembled on one stage was breathtaking and moved me to tears on more than one song. "The Georgia on my Mind show kicked-off a Texas route at our theater last night. This show celebrates Ray’s music with an all-star cast of award winning performers. from the Kennedy honors to a GRAMMY life time achievement award and induction into the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame. Ray won every major award from the Georgia music hall of fame to the Hollywood walk of fame. he was a genius!īoasting iconic tunes from the catalogue of the genius himself, the artists make each song a winning part of the tapestry that is Ray Charles’ music. He transcended racism, cultural upheavals, and spread his music based on Gospel, Blues, Jazz and Country around the world. Ray Charles, a Georgia native son, was an American treasure. ![]() From Tony Bennet's 90th birthday Special on NBC to Musical Director of The Academy Awards and The Emmy's, Comic Relief, The Carol Burnett Show and much more! - Tom Scott 3-time Grammy Award winner and 14-time nominated saxophonist, composer, arranger, producer.
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