Jazz Benefit Formally Hosted by Late Peter Jennings to Return This Weekend

“Jazz@Jennings,” will be returning this summer for the first time since the death of its founder with a new name: “Jazz for Jennings”.

The summer Jazz benefit, which began in 1996, was held annually for eight years by the late ABC News anchor Peter Jennings and wife Kayce Freed Jennings at thier home until Peter’s death.

“When Jazz@Jennings ended with Peter’s death 10 years ago, The Center lost not only a champion but a major source of support. It needs – and deserves – our attention again,” Kayce said.

The event will return taking place at the Watermill Center on 39 Water Mill Towd Road this Sunday, June 28 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Twelve of the world’s greatest jazz musicians, including Christian McBride, Jon Faddis, Eric Reed and Delfeayo Marsalis, will perform under a tent in order to honor Jennings’ memory and support of the Bridgehampton Child Care and Recreational Center.

“Peter was dedicated to helping The Center because he appreciated what critical services it delivered to the families in the often over-looked local African-American and Latino communities.” Kayce said. “We’re humbled that many of the same world-class artists who donated their time and talent all those years ago are coming once again to play for Peter’s memory and for The Center.”

To purchase tables or tickets to “Jazz for Jennings” or to donate to the Bridgehampton Child Care and Recreational Center visit www.bhccrc.org.