On Saturday, September 17 The Center for the Arts brings legendary singer Art Garfunkel to Veterans Memorial Auditorium in downtown Grass Valley.
Center for the Arts executive director Julie Baker says, "We're thrilled to be able to present this caliber of world-class talent here in Grass Valley. As a benefit to Center members, tickets will be on sale exclusively to Center members beginning May 3. We encourage music lovers to become Center members and benefit by getting great seats for this very special concert." Tickets go on sale to the general public on June 1.
The Center's spring membership drive runs through May with numerous benefits and prizes for those who join or renew during the month. Those who join, renew, upgrade or refer a friend in the month of May also get entered to win 2 tickets to every show presented by The Center for one year. Judy Nielsen, Liaison to the Arts for Nevada County Superintendent of Schools says, "My husband and I won the drawing to attend every show for an entire year and I can't tell you how amazing it has been! The Center offers an amazing variety of programming to our community." Membership starts at $75 annually for a household.
Blessed with what the New York Times described as a “beautiful countertenor,” singer Art Garfunkel has made an indelible mark on the music world as both a solo artist and half of the unrivaled Simon & Garfunkel. He has also enjoyed a successful film career, published a book of poetry and released 12 solo albums.
Garfunkel is revered for his Grammy-winning, chart-topping songs and albums with partner Paul Simon. Their greatest hits collection, which includes “Mrs. Robinson,” “Scarborough Fair,” “The Sound Of Silence,” “The Boxer” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” among others, is one of the biggest selling album ever.
The Center for the Arts is a non-profit committed to bringing a diverse array of programming to western Nevada County, including music, dance, theater, film, visual art, comedy, youth arts education and literature. They manage and maintain a multi-use 21,000 square foot facility in downtown Grass Valley and provide marketing and production services to support local artists and arts organizations and collaborate with area non-profits to provide event services and fundraising support.