2010 Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival Dedicated to and
in Honor of Ella Fitzgerald & Exclusive Summer Poncho Sanchez
Concert

TEMECULA,
Calif., Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — From July 9th to 11th in the
Southern California Wine Country City of Temecula, thousands will
converge to celebrate the “first lady of song,” Ella Fitzgerald, the
most popular female jazz singer in the United States for more than half
a century. In her lifetime, she won 13 Grammy awards and sold over 40
million albums. She worked with all the jazz greats, from Duke
Ellington, Count Basie and Nat King Cole to Frank Sinatra, Dizzy
Gillespie and Benny Goodman.

Headlining
the festival, back by popular demand, is GRAMMY Award winner Poncho
Sanchez for an exclusive Summer 2010 Southwest concert. More than
anything, Sanchez is a storyteller. As the leader of the most popular
Latin jazz group in the world today, it’s his congas and seasoned
ensemble that do the talking.

Recently
voted one of the Best City events, this year’s TVIJ Festival promises
to bring this annual event to a whole new level by celebrating the life
and influence of Jazz Great Ella Fitzgerald. International Jazz artists
and visitors from all over the globe will again flock to Temecula
Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, joining thousands of other Jazz
enthusiasts to enjoy a weekend filled with World Renowned
entertainment.

Friday
Opening Night Dinner & Concert Tickets are $100, Saturday General
Admission $35, Box Suite Seats $65, and Platinum VIP/Backstage Pass
$120. Sunday’s Youth Jazz Festival is Free Admission. According to the
Box Office, tickets are already selling fast and this event is expected
to sell out early.

Friday
night, July 9th, the festival kicks off with an intimate dinner and
concert (line-up to be announced). Saturday will find the location
transformed and ready for the main event! For $35, general admission
tickets include entrance to the Chuck Niles Main Stage performances,
entertainment in the Wine & Beer Garden and special events
throughout the festival grounds. Box Seats for $65 also include dinner
and drinks tickets. Platinum VIP/ BackStage Pass tickets at $120
include special backstage access along with a table, drinks and dinner
during the Saturday night concert. Proceeds benefit Musicians Workshop
Non-Profit Youth Education programs. Sponsorship opportunities with
branding and on-site exposure are available. Tickets are available
online at www.TemeculaJazzFest.com or by calling Jon Laskin at (951) 678-2517.

Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival