About: The Winchester Jazz Collective presents Celebrating Count Basie and Ella Fitzgerald- Join us for an unforgettable evening of swing, soul, and sophistication as the Winchester Jazz Collective teams up with powerhouse vocalist Christal Rheams to honor two of jazz’s greatest legends. Enjoy timeless favorites made famous by Count Basie’s big band sound and Ella Fitzgerald’s incomparable voice, brought to life with style, energy, and heart

About the Collective: Shenandoah University’s Director of Jazz & Commercial Music and Associate Professor of Trombone Matthew Niess, created, produced and launched the Winchester Jazz Collective at the Barns of Rose Hill in December 2023. The group includes Auxiliary Adjunct Associate Professor of Jazz and Trumpet Craig Fraedrich, Adjunct Associate Professor of Jazz Saxophone and Jazz Studies Darryl Brenzel, Professor Emeritus of Jazz Piano Robert Larson, and several jazz students from the University.

Date & Time: Saturday, January 24, 2025. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the concert starts at 7:00 PM.

Ticket Price: All tickets are general admission. $25 in advance until 3:00 PM on the day of the event. $30 at the door. Children 12 years and below are free when accompanied by an adult.

Ticket Information: Reserve tickets in advance online or by calling the Barns of Rose Hill Box Office at 540-955-2004 (hours). When our Box Office is closed, please leave a message. All ticket sales are final; no exceptions or exchanges.