Jazz Legend Dave Brubeck Stage Dedication Planned In Concord

CONCORD, CA — The Concord Historical Society is planning to dedicate the Dave Brubeck Stage this spring as part of its premier annual fundraising event.

Brubeck was a prolific, innovative and beloved jazz legend and composer who was born Dec. 6, 1920, in Concord, where years later the Concord Jazz Festival originated and has continued in various formats for over 50 years.

The Brubeck stage dedication is set for Friday, May 27 at the Betty Barnes Hall, 1928 Clayton Road in Concord — the home of the Concord Historical Society.

Chris and Dan Brubeck, Dave and Iola's sons, will appear and perform with their quartet preceded by an onstage interview and followed by a meet-and-greet with the artists, according to a news release.

Attendees will also see a showing of the Dave Brubeck Centennial multimedia video.

Sponsors Sought For Historic Event

The Concord Historical Society Dedication Committee is soliciting sponsors to be a part of this historic event at the following levels:

• Platinum Sponsor, $ 20,000
• Gold Sponsor, $ 10,000
• Silver Sponsor, $ 5,000

Sponsors will receive recognition in the event program as well as the Concord Historical Society’s publications and promotional materials. Other sponsor benefits, commensurate with the amount of donation, will include complimentary reserved seating and parking for the dedication.

Those interested in sponsorship may contact event chair Lloyd Crenna at 415-722-7100 or lloydcrenna@comcast.net.