Tuesday, November 27, 2012

A Guide About North Carolina Jazz Festival

By Ethel Harris


Music is good for the soul. It is a special language that resonates to many people. Over time, there are developments in this field that lead to the creation of various genres. Since the taste of many can be eclectic, they can also appreciate various forms of music. For those who appreciate this and like to share their appreciation with others, they can organize or attend gatherings like North Carolina Jazz Festival.

Through this, the genre that has been formed and developed since the start of the century can be heard and appreciated. This is said to be developed in the southern area of the U. S. Due to its unique tone and its evolution over the years, it is difficult to place a clear-cut definition of this genre. However, it can be described generally as the African and European kind of music.

Because of its rich sound, many people appreciate this style very much. One of the enthusiasts for this genre was Dr. Harry VanVelsor who founded the festival. Because of his deep appreciation for this, he wanted to bring it out to others and share his love to the people in and out of his community.

The diversity of the musicians that play during this event can be clearly seen. Both home-grown and international talents are invited to take part of this gathering. Aside from that, they are also composed of men and women who play different kinds of instruments.

Musicians of all ages are also invited to showcase their talents during this time. People who play traditional jazz as well as the modern ones can play here. This will make it easier to gather also a wide range of audience and expose them to the evolution and beauty of the genre.

Before one purchases a ticket for this event, he should know what this is all about and what it is not. First of all, he should not expect street parties during this time. This is an occasion where people who love this type of sound and those who are interested or curious about it listen to the artists who are both renowned and those who are new and given the chance to show their talents.

The three days that compose the event are surely filled with music. Each day, sets of musicians that are invited will play for the audience. Because of this, one can expect to see many artists from all over the world. Aside from doing what they do best, their talents will also let the audience appreciate this style and be entertained.

You must also expect a variety in ticket prices for each day. If you are a student or a military, then you can get special discounts in the price of your ticket. You can also choose to buy the more expensive patron ticket so you can join the brunch especially prepared for patrons so you can meet the other guests, share thoughts, and get a chance to mingle with the artists that are featured in the festival.

The North Carolina Jazz Festival is a very good way for lovers of this genre to get together. This is a good way for them to listen to old as well as new artists. With this, the guests can enjoy the music and be entertained even when they go home after the performances.




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