Two jazz greats at Orcas Center: Frank Vignola and Pasquale Grasso

||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER |||

The incredibly versatile guitarist Frank Vignola teams up with rising jazz guitar star Pasquale Grasso to create a unique and intimate musical experience on Friday, January 31 – Presented by Orcas Center and the Orcas Island Jazz Festival!

Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, John Lewis, Tommy Emmanuel, Lionel Hampton, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List:” for the Wall Street Journal.

Pasquale Grasso’s unique innovative style is hypnotizing to watch as his nimble fingers appear to change the six guitar strings into 88 piano keys. When not performing solo or with his trio, Grasso has been a frequent collaborator with vocalist Samara Joy. He was a special guest on several songs on Joy’s two-time Grammy award winning album Linger Awhile. Grasso has also graced prestigious stages worldwide including Montreal Jazz Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Monterey Jazz Festival and has appeared live on NBC’s Today Show. 

Together, Vignola and Grasso create a memorable evening of jazz guitar like no other. Get your tickets for this incredible show featuring two stellar performers on Friday, January 31, 7 p.m., at Orcas Center!

Updated Ticketing information: Tickets can be purchased online at www.OrcasCenter.org, over the phone at 360-376-2281 x 100, or in-person an hour before showtime. Ticket prices range from $23-$68 with a $2 per ticket fee. There are six $10 tickets available for this performance subsidized by our generous donors. These are available on a first-come/first serve basis by contacting the Box Office before January 31. And don’t forget, volunteers who help with iPad check-in or serving refreshments at intermission get to see the show for free!