SUNDAY, JULY 18, 2021 (RAIN DATE JULY 25, 2021)

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM EST

$30

Cafe Mezzanotte

760 Ritchie Hwy Severna Park MD 21146

"I find Washington to have a stellar voice and one that can be listened to for a long time. Her style is straight ahead traditional jazz. - Paul Wilson Audiophile

Jazz Beyond Borders will present a Great Gatsby-themed performance Sunday July 18 (rain date July 25) featuring the sultry and sweet stylings of jazz vocalist Coniece Washington. Leading an elite cadre of musicians she’ll create an atmosphere capturing the zest flair and fervor of the Roaring 20s and 30s.

The music will set an enjoyable and festive tone. Patrons will hear beloved jazz classics prevalent throughout the Jazz Era such as George and Ira Gershwin’s “The Man I Love” Cole Porter’s “What is This Thing Called Love?” and Irvin Berlin’s “Blue Skies.”

Guests are invited to come decked out in clothing from the 20s and 30s. There will be a costume contest between sets and prizes awarded for the most authentic female and best male period outfit. Music lovers are welcome to come in period costume or modern garb if they prefer. The point is to enjoy the summer evening in the courtyard and gardens!

Cafe Mezzanotte serves as a beautiful and spacious setting. Guests enjoy a wide selection of wines and Mediterranean cuisine. Ingredients are harvested from the venue's organic garden and other locally grown produce.

Based in Washington D.C. Vocalist Coniece Washington has performed extensively throughout the National Capital region singing jazz blues R&B and gospel. She draws influence from renowned vocalists Ella Fitzgerald Billie Holiday Sarah Vaughan and Carmen McRae. Her 2019 album Shades of Shirley Horn debuted on the Top 50 Jazz Album Charts Roots Music Report’s Top 30 and North American College & Community Chart. She received numerous positive reviews from Midwest Records Jazz Weekly Bebop Spoken Here (UK) and other media. Her band for this fun performance includes trumpeter Thad Wilson pianist Aaron Hill bassist David Marsh and drummer Nick Costa.

Now in its sixth year Jazz Beyond Borders is a cultural diversity project of the Maryland-based Phillips Agency. The organization brings world music and jazz artists to festivals concerts and classrooms and launches albums and tours in North America and Europe. Events are presented in live streaming and hybrid formats. The August 15 show features Brazilian music (Daniela Soledade with guitarist Nate Najar) and festivals are planned for the 2021-22 year in Severna Park and Annapolis. Join the mailing list to stay tuned!