The Manhattan Transfer at Amelia Island Jazz Festival at First Baptist Church Fernandina Beach

The Manhattan Transfer
A Legendary Vocal Group
a harmony vocal quartet unique in the field of American popular song.

Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, The Manhattan Transfer continues to set the standard as one of the world’s greatest and most innovative vocal bands. Winners of ten Grammy Awards, with millions of records sold worldwide, this amazing quartet is building upon the extraordinary legacy created by founder Tim Hauser who organized the four-part harmony group along with Janis Siegel (alto), Alan Paul (tenor), and Laurel Masse (soprano) on October 1, 1972. Cheryl Bentyne (soprano) replaced Masse in 1979, and Trist Curless (bass) replaced Tim Hauser following his passing on October 16, 2014....

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The Manhattan Transfer
A Legendary Vocal Group
a harmony vocal quartet unique in the field of American popular song.

Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, The Manhattan Transfer continues to set the standard as one of the world’s greatest and most innovative vocal bands. Winners of ten Grammy Awards, with millions of records sold worldwide, this amazing quartet is building upon the extraordinary legacy created by founder Tim Hauser who organized the four-part harmony group along with Janis Siegel (alto), Alan Paul (tenor), and Laurel Masse (soprano) on October 1, 1972. Cheryl Bentyne (soprano) replaced Masse in 1979, and Trist Curless (bass) replaced Tim Hauser following his passing on October 16, 2014.

Says Alan Paul. “It’s astounding to me that the group has been able to create and share our musical harmony for five decades. It is truly a blessing.” Adds Siegel, “We are proud to still be here through all the changes. We stayed true to ourselves. What The Manhattan Transfer does on stage brings so much joy, sharing music we love.”

The opening act for this show features
Les DeMerle Sound 67 with Bonnie Eisele
Marvin Ferebee - Trumpet
Matt Vance - Alto Saxophone
Mike Levine - Piano
Dennis Marks - Bass
Doc Handy - Percussion
Les DeMerle - Drums
Bonnie Eisele - Vocals

Venue:
First Baptist Church Fernandina Beach
1600 South 8th Street
Fernandina Beach, FL

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