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| The Shirelles visit Bethesda Blues & Jazz, October 17th |
From our friends at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club...
Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club Announces "An Evening with The Shirelles" on October 17
Bethesda’s Blues & Jazz hosts the first girl group to top the Billboard Hot 100
Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club (Bethesda Blues and Jazz) will host The Shirelles on October 17, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, led by original member Beverly Lee, will perform their show “An Evening with The Shirelles,” for longtime fans of the trendsetting group.
Formed in 1957 by four classmates for a high school talent show, The Shirelles were spotted by a classmate, and soon persuaded to sign with Tiara Records. Working with renowned songwriter and producer Luther Dixon, the group gained the spotlight with “Tonight’s the Night,” and soon after secured their place in history by being the first African-American all-girl group with a Billboard number-one hit by releasing “Will You Love Me Tomorrow.” With Dionne Warwick joining the group intermittently, The Shirelles continued to tour throughout the late 50s and early 60s. The group predated Motown, and its popularity across racial lines paved the way for future girl groups and female pop stars.
“We are pleased to have a performance by The Shirelles, legends from the golden era of Rock and Roll,” said Rick Brown, Bethesda Blues & Jazz owner. “They are the forerunners of all female groups today, and I know our audience will enjoy their energy and classic hits.”
Ticket prices range from $35-45 with both dance floor and reserved table seating, and can either be preordered online or at the door. To preorder, please visit the Bethesda Blues & Jazz website.
About Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club:
Bethesda Blues & Jazz, located in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland, provides the ideal performance environment of elegance and intimacy. With 300 dining seats, an additional 200 theatre seats and a 40 foot bar and lounge area, as well as an eclectic mix of talented performers, Bethesda Blues & Jazz can host any size of event and any type of event to suit its audience’s wide range of artistic palates. To learn more about Bethesda Blues & Jazz and upcoming events, please visit www.bethesdabluesjazz.com, follow us on Twitter @BethesdaBlues and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Bethesda.Blues.Jazz.
