Jazz Open Ostrava 2024: Prince Tribute Show
Prince Tribute Show – the highlight event of the traditional jazz festival in Ostrava. It is unique opportunity to hear members The New Power Generation live with the songs of Prince.
On one stage, together will perform the Grammy-winning artist, multi-instrumentalist, and singer Phil Lassiter, known for his collaboration with legends of American music, and Danish bassist and singer Ida Nielsen. Both were members of Prince's band, The New Power Generation.
Phil Lassiter, with his nine-piece band, along with Ida Nielsen and singer Tanya Michelle Smith, will play their music featuring the greatest hits of the legendary Prince.
In the first part of the evening will perform modern jazz band Boris Band Combination. The band will baptize a live album BBC – Made in Ostrava, a recording from last year's concert.
Alongside them, guests will be:
- Michito Sanchez - American percussionist who has performed alongside the likes of the Rolling Stones and Elton John.
- Omar Kabir – American trumpeter, trombonist, and saxophonist from Brooklyn.
- Alex Šesták – 15-year-old saxophonist who has already made a mark on the American NBC TV show.
Practical info:
- Performance schedule:
- 19:00–20:30 Boris Band Combination + guests
- 20:50–22:50 Prince Tribute Show
- For those seeking even greater comfort and luxury, VIP tickets are available, including drinks and a buffet throughout the festival, and access to premium viewing areas.
- The festival begins at Slezskoostravský hrad at 7:00 PM, with gates opening at 6:00 PM.
- As always, there will be seating and standing areas available to attendees, as well as plenty of refreshments.
