Pianist George Winston will appear in concert at Tryon Fine Arts Center Monday, April 12 at 8 p.m.
Winston, who plays over 100 solo concerts a year in America and beyond, asks that each performance be combined with a food drive for a local food bank.
TFACs partner for this event, Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry, not only will receive canned food items from those holding tickets, but will keep part of the proceeds from George Winston merchandise sold in the lobby.
Eloise Thwing, Executive Director of TBOM, exclaims “We are so excited to be a part of a special evening with such a talented artistevery little bit helps our clients get through hard times. We so appreciate this opportunity to gather food and raise money for those less fortunate in our community.”
Winston plays in a variety of styles, including melodic folk, stride piano, New Orleans R&B, and some of the compositions of the late jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi (Linus and Lucy).
The Grammy Award winner is best known for his seasonal piano recordingsAutumn, Winter Into Spring, December, and Summeras well as his themed albums Forest, Plains, and MontanaA Love Story and Night Divides the Daythe Music of the Doors.
His latest album, Gulf Coast Blues & ImpressionsA Hurricane Relief Benefit has raised thousands for New Orleans hurricane relief.
To make this evening even more special, the Lake Lanier Tea House, presenting sponsor for the event, will open on Monday for a sunset buffet dinner. Call 864-457-5423 for reservations.
To purchase remaining tickets, call the Tryon Fine Arts Center Box Office at 828-859-8322, Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.