Art, Jazz, Wine & Chocolate

Chocolate, wine, and all that jazz sweetens up the Festival of Arts this summer! On Thursday nights, indulge your senses at the “Art, Jazz, Wine and Chocolate” series. Wine and Chocolate Pairings: Sample a wide variety of wines expertly selected to compliment and enhance the nuanced flavor of gourmet chocolates, available from 5pm – 7:30pm. $30 for three pairings. À la carte options include $3 per chocolate, $14 per glass of wine, or $50 per bottle. Please note: pricing does not include Festival of Arts admission or reserved seating. Sponsored by: Performer: Alex Mendham and his Orchestra Mesmerized from a young age by the music of a forgotten time, Essex-born musician, singer, and lyricist Alex Mendham made a name for himself, having burst onto the scene by forming his own orchestra at the tender age of just 20 (and refusing to slow down ever since!). Alex Mendham spent his youth studying the saxophone and meeting the last surviving dance band musicians from the golden era, living links to the past, including the virtuoso Al Gallodoro, a star of 1920s Paul Whiteman fame. He also spent several years as protégé to Bob Wilber, himself a student of Sidney Bechet. After the initial performances with his Orchestra, Alex soon realized what was needed was an authentic vocalist and frontman. He exchanged the saxophone for a conductor’s baton and the rest as they say – is history. Connect with Alex Mendham Reserve a Seat! Guaranteed seating is available by purchasing a ticket in the reserved section (“Nightclub” VIP seating). This ticket includes admission to the Festival of Arts Fine Art Show and the concert. Reservations must be made prior to 3:30pm the day of the performance. Limited free seating is available for each concert. RESERVE NOW