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GSU Foundation Presents Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band to Raise Funds for Scholarships


University Park, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)—October 1, 2014 – From the streets of New Orleans to the stage– the sounds of funk, soul, hip hop, jazz and second line funeral marches will fill Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts in a scholarship benefit concert on October 11 at 8 p.m.

The GSU Foundation presents Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band; an internationally-known traditional brass band from New Orleans known, for their funk-laden sound. The event is part of GSU’s inaugural Family and Friends Weekend, which offers an exciting series of activities at GSU, and is open to the community, alumni, students and their families and friends. 

Ashley Floyd, Director of Development at Governors State University says, “Rebirth Brass Band is a New Orleans institution, upholding traditional jazz and creating a funky sound that is evolving daily. I am honored to share with Governors State University a true gem from my hometown of New Orleans to the inaugural celebration of Family and Friends Weekend 2014.”

The family and friends weekend culminates with the Rebirth Brass Band event, which will benefit GSU student scholarships.  Last year, the GSU foundation awarded approximately $100K in student scholarships. Donations for student scholarships and an array of other giving opportunities can be made year-round by visiting our website at www.govst.edu/donate.

Tickets are $40 and $20 for seniors and students. A VIP ticket experience is available for $100, which includes a tax-deductible contribution; preferred seating; and a pre-performance reception featuring amazing cuisine by local restaurants, wine and beer.

The event is sponsored by Wintrust Wealth Management, Country Financial, The Cottage on Dixie and Narski Music Productions, Inc.

The box office is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and two hours prior to performances. For more information, contact the box office at www.CenterTickets.net or call (708) 235-2222.

Governors State University is located at 1 University Parkway in University Park.

About The Band

Formed by the Frazier brothers, Phil and Keith, along with Basin Street labelmate Kermit Ruffins in 1983, the Rebirth Brass Band has gone from playing on corners in the French Quarter to selling out concert halls across the world.

Rebirth’s longstanding regular Tuesday night gig at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street is one of the pillars of the New Orleans music scene, and has served as a reliable introduction to the city’s nightlife for many new arrivals to the city. In 2011, Basin Street Records released the CD Rebirth of New Orleans, which reached number one on the CMJ Jazz charts and earned the group a 2012 Grammy Award for Best Regional Roots Music Album.

Fans of the HBO hit “Tremé” will recognize them from their appearance in the series’ first episode. Chicago natives have grooved with them at popular clubs and events including Chive Fest 2014, Martyr’s, Cubbie Bear and The Wire.

Source: govst.edu


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