CONTACT INFORMATION
Kate Armitage, Director
Arts, Recreation, Parks &
Communications
City of Millington
K.Armitage@MillingtonTN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CLASSICAL GUITARIST, JEFF BIANCHI TO PERFORM AT THE BAKER COMMUNITY CENTER FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY - September 16, 2015
MILLINGTON, TN (AUGUST 31, 2015) – Classical guitarist, Jeff Bianchi, will perform at the Baker Community Center for one night only on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM. The concert is offered in cooperation with Millington Arts, Recreation and Parks. It is the mission of Millington Arts, Recreation and Parks to serve, educate and enhance quality of life for all our citizens by providing quality programs, special events, parks and facilities. This concert is just one of the ways the department is working fulfill its mission and increase the arts offerings in Millington.
As a native of Williamson, New York, Jeff began performing at weddings and cafes while still in his teens. The uniqueness of the classical guitar coupled with his professionalism enabled him to stay working over the years. As his skills grew, he gave full concerts throughout Western New York. His hard work earned him performances at the Rantucci International Guitar Festival as well as the nationally recognized Ithaca Guitar Festival. His concerts continued with his move to Atlanta in the summer of 2002.
From 2005-2007 Jeff took a hiatus to tour nationally with Country acts Young Guns (Nashville, TN) and Chace Roberts (St. Paul, Minnesota). As an electric guitarist, Jeff toured much of North America; playing clubs and dance halls with capacity crowds. It was an exciting time in his life and was quite the adventure. On his return home, Jeff resumed his solo performances. By 2009, he was touring throughout Georgia, playing in places such as Savannah, Tybee Island, Toccata, Richmond, Duluth, and Hartwell. Large, enthusiastic crowds were the norm at these events. These positive reactions together gave him a goal to take his music to a much wider audience.
In February of 2010, Jeff undertook his first cross country solo tour. Making stops in Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas, he gave concerts for audiences as large as 600 people. The overwhelming success of this tour enabled him to expand his solo career to a national level. Jeff continued his success in 2011 with performances in Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Mississippi, Louisiana and Florida. His success sky rocketed in 2012 and 2013 with successful concerts as far away as Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Wisconsin. Concerts were also give in Texas, Ohio and all of the South East. His 2014 concert season built upon the success of previous years, with repeat visits to venues in Alabama, Wyoming, South Carolina, Georgia and Mississippi. The season also included a first time visit to Minnesota.
Jeff's 2015 concert season includes concerts in the Georgia, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Mississippi and Tennessee. His concert program will include works by Dupree d'Angletere, William Lovelady, Jose Luis Merlin, and Heitor Villa-lobos."
On coming to Millington, Jeff says, "I am thankful to have the opportunity to work with the City of Millington. I'm looking forward to visiting and having the opportunity to play for everyone."
Tickets for the concert are $10.00 and can be purchased at the door or in advance at the Baker Community Center. For more information, call 901.873.5770, or visit Jeff's website at http://www.velvetguitar.com/.
ABOUT MILLINGTON, TENNESSEE
Located just minutes from Memphis, Millington enjoys an exceptional quality of life for an estimated 10,000 citizens. Quality education, recreation and economic growth make Millington a great place to live, work and play. Millington is home to the Millington Municipal School District as well as a variety of public and private, faith based schools and various colleges, universities and technical institutions are in the area. In 2004 The University of Memphis opened its Millington Campus and offers undergraduate and graduate courses in numerous fields of study. Millington is home to Naval Support Activity Mid-South, Ingram Micro, Memphis International Raceway, USA Stadium, Mirimichi and other golf courses providing opportunities for economic growth and world-class recreation. Millington’s West Tennessee Regional Business Center, a publicly owned business and industry center, features 1900 acres of prime industrial space with easy access to the Millington Regional Jetport and the Canadian National Railroad. True intermodal transportation and shipping, makes Millington the perfect place for business. Widely known as “Flag City, USA,” Millington truly offers the best of the Mid-South.
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