This Monday, November 30th, check out our Cyber Monday sale on Brian's CD's up to 65% OFF!! Get "LIVE - 20th Anniversary Tour" for only $7.99, "Another Long Night Out" for only $6.99, "XII" for just $4.99 and much more!!
Thank you Napa Valley!!
Hello there,
First of all, I'd like to thank all of the amazing friends that joined me all week long including Al Jarreau, Chaka Khan, Boney James, Peter White, Mindi Abair, Spyro Gyra, Eric Darius, The Family Stone, Fred Wesley, Kenny Lattimore, Maysa, Chuck Loeb, Raul Midón, Eric Marienthal, Marqueal Jordan, DW3, Vincent Ingala, Cecil Ramirez, DJ’s Rick & Russ w/CJ Flash and Alonzo Bodden. Everyone totally brought their 'A' game and I'm so humbled by all of their gifts that they shared with us.
Secondly, my hat goes off to my incredible team who worked tirelessly all week long (and over the past year) to pull off such an event. You've got my back and I can't thank you enough for going above and beyond every single minute.
Also, huge thanks to all of our winery partners for being so generous and hospitable this week. You made it a truly special time for all of us to be able to drink some of the best wine in the world!
Of course, I must thank our presenting sponsor Lexus for their huge support. I've been driving their cars for the past 10 years and I wouldn't even think about driving anything else!
And last but certainly not least, THANK YOU to all of the awesome fans that spent an incredible few days in wine country with us! It means the world to me that you came and shared in something so special. I could seriously feel all the love from everyone so thank you.
I'm already counting the days for next year and can't wait to see you back in beautiful Napa Valley. As you may know, we've just gone on sale for 2016 with the brand new 5-Day Platinum Package in addition to the 4-Day Gold Package so I hope you can join us once again.
My most heartfelt thanks to you all...
Much love & gratitude,
Brian Culbertson
Founder & Artistic Director
Napa Valley Jazz Getaway
www.JazzGetaway.com
Single Day Tickets on sale NOW!
We're thrilled to announce that SINGLE DAY tickets are now available for Saturday & Sunday, June 13th & 14th. This is perfect for those who are unable to join us for the whole weekend. We’ll host a full slate of top musical entertainment each day that can be enjoyed with the incredible wines from Jamieson Ranch Vineyards, Reata, and of course, Brian's "Culbertson" Pinot Noir and the soon to be released, "Culbertson" Rosé.
Check out our amazing line-up at this year’s Getaway:
SATURDAY 3:00pm – 9:00pm (Doors open at 2:00 pm):
Join us for Day One of our outdoor shows at Jamieson Ranch Vineyards co-hosted by Sterling James of KBLX Radio. Party band DW3 kicks off the festivities, followed by legendary jazz group Spyro Gyra. Saxman Boney James takes the stage in the third slot with Brian Culbertson & Friends “The R&B Show” feat. Kenny Lattimore and Maysa wrapping it up. DJ’s Rick & Russ with CJ Flash are spinning all day too! For Saturday, June 13th tickets, click HERE. $99/ticket plus ticketing fees. (Note: Single Day ticket holders do not have access to Saturday’s “Wine Up!” or After Party)
SUNDAY 1:00pm –7:00pm (Doors open at Noon):
We’ll kick off Day Two outside with Jazz Getaway favorite Eric Darius and his band followed by a special duet show featuring Peter White and Mindi Abair. Things wouldn’t be complete without another appearance from Brian Culbertson & Friends for “The Smooth Jazz Show” featuring Chuck Loeb and Eric Marienthal. Don’t even think of leaving early, as the one and only Chaka Khan will close things out for The Getaway’s final show. Of course, DJ’s Rick & Russ with CJ Flash will be rocking the house between sets with Sterling James from KBLX Radio once again co-hosting with Brian. For Sunday, June 14th tickets, click HERE. $99/ticket plus ticketing fees.
4-Day Gold Packages, 2-Day Silver Packages, The Welcome Dinner & Jam Session plus Kenny Lattimore’s Chimney Rock performance are also on sale so please visit our website at www.JazzGetaway.com for more information.
As always, if you have any questions, be sure to check out our FAQ page or email us at NapaValleyJazzGetaway@gmail.com.
Cheers!
Your Getaway Team
"Think Free" hits #1 on Radio!
We're happy to announce that the brand new song from Brian's LIVE - 20th Anniversary Tour CD has just hit #1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Singles Chart this week!! Congrats to Brian and his band on this achievement.
"Think Free" is a new song included on this live album and was written by Brian and long time writing partner, Sheldon Reynolds. They've also written "Always Remember," "Funkin' Like My Father" with Bootsy Collins, "Forever," "Go" from Live From The Inside, "Let's Stay In Tonight," and "It's Time."
It also hit #1 on USA Today Chart!
Stevie Wonder made a surprise appearance!
This past Saturday night on Valentine's Day, legendary Stevie Wonder made a surprise appearance on Brian's show in Long Beach, CA. Here are a couple shots and a video someone posted!!
LIVE: 20th Anniversary Tour -- OUT NOW!
Celebrity Host on SiriusXM Watercolors
I'm excited to host the Sirius-XM Watercolors "Year In Review" this Friday featuring the top 25 songs of 2014!! Join me Friday, January 2nd at 1pm ET/10am PT on Watercolors Channel 66. Repeat shows on Sat 9am ET & Sun 8pm ET. Hope you can tune in!!
#1 Song of the Year!!
I'm very excited to announce that "Fullerton Ave." was the #1 Song of the Year on the Smooth Jazz Top 20 with Allen Kepler!! And "Horizon" was #3! What an honor, thanks everyone for your support for Another Long Night Out this year. Much appreciated!! Also, huge thanks to all the musicians including Chuck Loeb who just killed this track. If you haven't heard the record, you can check it out here:
"Live - 20th Anniversary Tour" CD pre-order
Happy Holidays!! I'm very excited because today my brand new 2-disc CD "LIVE - 20th ANNIVERSARY TOUR" is available for pre-order. As soon as we receive them near the end of December, we'll ship them out in advance of the official release date of Jan 12. While you're in our webstore, be sure to take advantage of other huge Cyber Monday deals as many of my other CD's are only $4.99! On behalf of my whole band, we thank you for your support over these past 20 years and can't wait for you to hear this new album. Enjoy the season and see you soon! Here's the link http://www.brianculbertson.com/cds/
Live CD - post production
Brian's new "20th Anniversary Tour" LIVE CD that was recorded in Oakland, CA in September at Yoshi's is currently being mixed by Brian and his engineer, Bob Horn. The double CD is slated for release on January 12th, 2015. Check out the intro to the show as played back on ProTools in Brian's studio:
Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 2015 Lineup
I'm Brian Culbertson and I am very excited to announce the lineup for our 4th annual Napa Valley Jazz Getaway!! Next June 10-14, we will feature an incredible list of jazz and R&B greats including Al Jarreau, Chaka Khan, Boney James, Peter White, Mindi Abair, Eric Darius, The Family Stone, Fred Wesley, Kenny Lattimore, Maysa, Eric Marienthal, Marqueal Jordan, DW3, Spyro Gyra, Cecil Ramirez, DJ’s The World Famous Rick & Russ Show feat. CJ Flash and our special guest comedian, Alonzo Bodden.
I couldn’t be more thrilled with this lineup and look forward to welcoming you to wine country next June!! Currently, 4-Day Gold Packages are on sale so be sure to book today to get the best seats possible.
We’ve also announced the entire schedule to check that out as well so you can start planning your Getaway!
Each Gold Package includes reserved seating for two nights at the Lincoln Theater as well as two days of outdoor music festival shows at Jamieson Ranch Vineyards in addition to several free wine tasting events, after parties and the Gold ACCESS CARD, your exclusive passport to Napa Valley.
Cheers my friends,
Brian Culbertson
Founder & Artistic Director
Napa Valley Jazz Getaway
"Breathe" is now available!
It's time to "Breathe." Now available via my website and on iTunes as a download, this 31-minute piano track will help you relax and de-stress. Like nothing I've ever recorded before, I hope you will enjoy the healing benefits of "Breathe" while getting a massage, doing meditation or yoga, or simply calming the mind before going to sleep. Be well my friends and be sure to let me know how you are using this music in your life.
*Note: "Breathe" is only available on my website and iTunes - it is not on Amazon, Spotify, Pandora or any other digital outlet.
"Breathe - Piano for Relaxation, Massage, Yoga and Meditation" - Digital Download
Sale Price:
$2.99
Original Price:
$3.99
"20th Anniversary Tour" LIVE CD
I'm very excited to announce that I'm recording a LIVE album at Yoshi's in Oakland over the 4 nights of Sept 11-14!! This will be my first ever live record with an audience so be sure to come out and make lots of noise. As a special offer, I'm doing a pre-order for the CD at the show and I'll put your name in the liner notes as being in attendance!
This "20th Anniversary Tour CD" will be released January 12th, 2015 and will also include a brand new song written by myself & Sheldon Reynolds.
See you at Yoshi's!
Get tickets here: http://www.brianculbertson.com/tour/
NEW MUSIC: "Breathe" - coming 9/2
Dear friends,
I'm proud to announce that on Tuesday, September 2nd, I'm going to release a new piece of music entitled "Breathe." This is a continuous 31-minute piano track designed to calm your mind and help you relax. Recorded at exactly 60 beats per minute, it will bring your brain into an alpha state keeping you still conscious but very relaxed. You will be more focused and refreshed after listening. It will also help calm the nerves and aid in sleep as well.
Like I've posted on my facebook, 'we all need to take some time for ourselves in this increasingly hectic world we share.' I believe this is so true these days and hope you will enjoy the benefits and healing power of music!!
Whether you are getting a massage, practicing yoga or mediation, or simply trying to de-stress, this will definitely help.
It will be available digitally both on this website and on iTunes for just $3.99 starting next Tuesday.
Enjoy and be well...
Brian
listen to a clip below:
A Soulful Christmas in Chicago
We're excited to announce Brian's first Soulful Christmas show in several years only in Chicago on Dec 20th! Discounted 5-STAR hotel rates at Loews are available too so come celebrate the holidays in beautiful Chicago and hang for the weekend for some festive shopping on Michigan Ave. Only 210 intimate seats per show so book soon for this special performance.
This is Brian's 20th anniversary show with added holiday classics from A Soulful Christmas.
The band will be: Chris Miskel (drums), Eddie Miller (keys/vocals), Marqueal Jordan (sax/vocals), Adam Hawley (guitar/vocals), Michael Stever (trumpet/keys) & Rodney Jones, Jr. (bass).
Two shows, 5:30pm and 9:00pm.
Location: Loews Hotel (Montross Room) at Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, IL.
Click HERE for information and call the Box Office at (312) 725-0740 to book today!
Call (312) 725-0740 for Tickets!
"Horizon" Music Video is Released
I'm very excited to release the "Horizon" music video!! Featuring my friend Patches Stewart on trumpet, this is the 2nd single from "Another Long Night Out." The video is filmed on location in Napa Valley at Jamieson Ranch Vineyards, the rooftop at The Thomas, and in Puerto Rico while on The Smooth Jazz Cruise. I'm also playing the new Roland RD-800 in the video. Check it out!!
Buy Napa Tickets before Aug 1st and Save!
Purchase a 4-Day Gold Package to next year's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway before August 1st and save $50 per ticket!! If you plan on coming, now is the best time to get your tickets since you'll save money and also have advanced notice of add on events and early booking at our host hotel, The Westin Verasa Napa.
Get your 4-Day Gold Packages NOW at:
Vote for "Horizon"
My new radio single from Another Long Night Out is "Horizon" feat. Patches Stewart. You can vote 'love it' now thru June 26th on The Smooth Jazz Top 20!!
Stay tuned for the "Horizon" music video coming soon.
Thanks for the support!
BC
Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 2014
My most heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out to the 3rd annual Napa Valley Jazz Getaway this past week. It was truly a spectacular time in wine country and I am very honored to have shared this time together with everyone. You are incredible fans and I couldn't be more thrilled with all the love you showed!!
Cheers,
BC
P.S. See you next year :)
"Another Long Night Out" Collaboration Contest
Miami, Florida (April 28, 2014): Jazz is collaborative by definition and contemporary jazz chart-topper Brian Culbertson is opening the door for users of the Kompoz site to utilize original tracks from his song “Beautiful Liar” as source material to create an entirely new song in a competition to be judged by the award-winning keyboardist, producer and songwriter behind 27 No.1 Billboard singles. The contest running May 1st, 2014 through May 31st, 2014, is the second collaboration between Culbertson and Kompoz, an online platform that enables crowd-sourced music creation globally.
Click to enter the contest or to find out more information.
Kompoz artists are tasked with creating a brand new song using the original tracks – including the evocative guitar solo etched by Steve Lukather (Toto) – while incorporating their own unique talents. Contestants may add vocals, keyboard solo, guitar riff, bass line, drum solo, horns — whatever they feel. Culbertson will select winners in three categories: Best Overall Collaboration, Best Collaboration with a new Kompoz member and Best Collaboration with 5 or more Kompoz members. Contest sponsors include; Roland Corporation, Boss, Lewitt Audio, Mogami Cables, IK Multimedia and Sony Creative Software.
A sweeping pop instrumental ballad, “Beautiful Liar” appears on Culbertson’s newly released, “Another Long Night Out,” which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Albums chart where it reigned for four weeks. It is Culbertson’s sixth album to debut at No. 1, his 14th album overall and the first released on the artist’s BCM Entertainment label.
“Brian’s appetite for innovation dates back to his experimentation with early sequencers at the age of twelve. This contest will allow musicians and Brian’s fans to see how music can be created collaboratively online. Kompoz is very excited to have him join us again for the 'Another Long Night Out' collaboration contest. With Brian venturing out as an independent artist and Kompoz releasing a brand new platform, the timing is perfect to unite for another collaboration contest,” stated Kompoz Founder Raf Fiol.
Culbertson was a 20-year-old DePaul University music major when he wrote, produced and recorded “Long Night Out” 20 years ago, which he revisits and reimagines on “Another Long Night Out.” The set features collaborations with many of the renowned contemporary jazz musicians that influenced and inspired him as he recorded the original on a shoestring budget. Instead of playing most of the instruments himself as he did on “Long Night Out,” this time out the contemporary jazz heavyweight was joined by Lukather, Lee Ritenour, Chuck Loeb, Eric Marienthal, Rick Braun, Russ Freeman, Jonathan Butler, Candy Dulfer, Patches Stewart, Will Kennedy, Jimmy Haslip, Paul Jackson Jr., Ray Parker Jr., Nathan East, Jeff Kashiwa, Ricky Peterson and a 33-piece orchestra playing arrangements by David Benoit and Culbertson.
About Kompoz.com:
Kompoz.com is an online platform for crowd-sourcing music creation - from song conception to recording, mixing, and publishing. Members span more than 120 countries and all 24 time zones. Working from their home studios—using Pro Tools, Logic, GarageBand, Sonar or any other digital audio recording software—Kompoz artists collaborate online to author new original music, uploading individual instrument tracks (e.g., guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, vocals, etc.) for projects covering all popular genres. Kompoz provides the platform to create songs with a bass player in Sweden, a drummer in Ohio and a guitar player in Kalamazoo. The world is your virtual on-demand recording studio. Visit www.kompoz.com for more information.