Contributions sought for Jazz Festival workshops

Contributions for the Duck Jazz Festival Educational Workshops are now being accepted. 

Nationally known jazz performer Adrian Crutchfield, will share tips and have jam sessions with members of the First Flight and Manteo High School Jazz Band on Oct. 7. 

Students will have an opportunity to take part in a question-and answer-session and work on musical composition with Crutchfield, known for his neo-soul and jazz sound. 

Any size contributions are welcome and appreciated.  To assist with this educational outreach portion of the Duck Jazz Festival, please make checks payable Outer Banks Community Foundation and include: “Duck Jazz Festival Fund” in the memo line. 

Donations should be mailed to Outer Banks Community Foundation, 13 Skyline Road, Southern Shores, NC 27949. Contributions made through the Outer Banks Community Foundation are tax deductible. Contributors will be recognized in the Duck Jazz Festival brochure.

Adrian Crutchfield of Charlotte only in his 20s, received his first saxophone at the age of 4 from acclaimed jazz artist Kenny G.  This saxophone aficionado is poised to become one of his generation’s most prolific and successful professional musicians.

The Duck Jazz Festival is a cultural event that brings nearly 5,000 people to Duck over Columbus Day weekend. 

Each year, the Town brings national, regional, and local jazz artists to Duck. 

The 5th Annual Duck Jazz Festival is set for Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011 at the Duck Town Park, 1200 Duck Road. The Festival is free and will be begin at 11 a.m., with gates set to open at 10:00 a.m.

This year’s performers include: TIZER featuring Chieli Minucci.