The Freihofer's Jazz Festival - June 28 & 29, 2008 (Depart NYC on 6/27 eve)

The Saratoga Performing Arts Center, set in a 2,400 acre park preserve surrounded by hiking trails, geysers and natural mineral springs has set the stage for world-class experiences for generations. From a picnic on the lawn to before or after dinner drinks at the Jazz Bar or elegant dining at The Hall of Springs, a visit to SPAC is always an unforgettable experience. This years performers include: Saturday, June 28, 2008 Main Stage Return to Forever *Historical Tour with Legendary Line Up* Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Al DiMeola & Lenny White Dee Dee Bridgewater's Red Earth: A Malian Journey Chris Botti Saxophone Summit featuring Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman & Ravi Coltrane Ryan Shaw Conrad Herwig's Latin Side of Miles, Coltrane & Shorter Johnathan Batiste Trio Gazebo Stage Jenny Scheinman Maurice Brown Effect Hayes Greenfield & Jazz-a-ma-Tazz (children's program) Jonathan Batiste Trio Andrea Tierra Sunday, June 29, 2008 Main Stage The O'Jays Boney James & Jonathan Butler Dianne Reeves Charles Lloyd New Quartet featuring Jason Moran, Reuben Rogers & Eric Harland Terence Blanchard Rachel Price Gazebo Stage The Brubeck Brothers Hayes Greenfield & Jazz-a-ma-Tazz (children's program) Aaron Goldberg Trio Rachael Price 3D *Artists subject to change We'll travel from NYC via private motor coach on Friday, June 27th and check into The elegant Queensbury Hotel in Glens Falls, NY that evening. Ground transportation will be provided between the hotel and the venue on Saturday and Sunday, and we'll return to NYC after the performance on Sunday, in time to get a good nights sleep for work on Monday morning. The total package fee is $525.00 per person which includes all transportation, 2 night stay at the Queensbury Hotel (single or double occupancy), and admission to the event (reserved seats in the covered amphitheater). We'll enjoy snacks and light beverages along with the camaraderie of fellow jazz-lovers on our trip to Glens Falls and back. **Please note that this event will take place "rain or shine". No refunds will be given in case of inclement weather. For additional info and to learn more about the venue and hotel, visit - www.elitemusictours.com. For reservations contact J.R. Smalling - elitemusictours@earthlink.net, or call 646-234-1359.