May 26, 2026 11:08 AM
Sonny Rollins Passes Away at 95
Sonny Rollins, the iconic saxophonist, composer and improviser whose career stretched from the origins of bebop to 21st…
Wynton Marsalis is the featured performer on Velocity Broadcasting’s first “In Higher Definition Private Performance Series.” These concerts will be broadcast in Morton’s The Steakhouse private boardroom locations across the United States on Oct. 6 and 7. DownBeat is also collaborating on this presentation.
“No one else in the nation is offering fans this unique way of enjoying a live concert,” Marsalis said. “Jazz is an expressive, evocative form of music and with this concept—combining top quality audio, visual and dining—fans will experience an intimate listening session. I’m thrilled to be part of it.”
Audiences will view Marsalis’ concert via satellite in Morton’s boardrooms that are equipped with high-definition projection systems, 108” screens and 7.2 surround sound with 11 speakers. The suite accomodates up to 40 guests in each location. Morton’s four-course dinner is included in the concert package.
“Jazz icon Wynton Marsalis is the perfect ambassador to join us in introducing this groundbreaking concept that will clearly redefine the entertainment medium,” Philip Elias, chief executive officer and executive producer of Velocity Broadcasting, said. “What better combination—Morton’s exceptional menu and the finest jazz performed by a living legend?”
“Jazz has always been ahead of trends in music, so Wynton Marsalis’ ‘In Higher Definition’ makes perfect sense,” said DownBeat president Kevin Maher. “A trend-setting artist in a trend-setting atmosphere.”
For more information go to: VelocityBoxOffice.com
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