Dallas Jazz Series family you asked for it. Paula Atherton returns to The Ervay Theater Event Center for one night only August 12, 2023 as part of the Dallas Jazz Series Summer Sax Experience.
The Ervay, Dallas’s hottest new multi-use event center, in association with the Dallas Jazz Series ,invites you to Dallas Jazz Series Summer Sax Experience with the Billboard #1 Jazz Saxophonist Paula Atherton hosted by series host Saxophonist extraordinaire Tom Braxton. Enjoy an elegant evening of music, dinner, and dancing in our newly remodeled Ervay Theater Event Center. Doors open at 7:30pm. Show starts at 8pm. Paula graces our stage, once again, as the headline act with our series host Saxophonist extraordinaire Tom Braxton. Their November 2022 show at The Ervay blew the audience away. We have received hundreds of request for Paula’s return.
PAULA ATHERTON – Saxophonist, Flutist, and Vocalist
Paula Atherton is a smooth jazz composer, saxophonist, flutist, and vocalist based in New York. Paula Atherton has enjoyed ten Billboard Top 30 charting singles and nominated “Best Artist of 2020” by the Smooth Jazz Network. She has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons, Nick Colionne, Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Tom Braxton, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright and Chieli Minucci.
Some past tour dates include The Ervay Theater in Dallas, The Empire Theater in San Antonio, The John Ruffin Theater in Chicago, Jazz in the Park in Birmingham, AL, Smooth Jazz Festival in Atlanta, Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Fest in CA, Las Vegas Jazz Festival, Capital Jazz fest and Low Country Jazz fest with Jazz in Pink, Smooth Jazz at Sunset in MI (opening for Marc Antoine), Southern Tier Jazz festival in Elmira (opening for Rick Braun), Lake Arbor Jazz Festival in MD, the Hub City Fest in NJ (4 years in a row) the Pensacola Jazz Festival, and the Gulf Coast Jazz festival as well as the Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival with Cindy Bradley (as the Fabulous Blondes).
Paula brings a range of inspirations, from be-bop to pop, ambient, funk, Latin jazz, fusion, and world music to bear in her music. The title cut, “Can You Feel It,” condensed these elements into a mix of joyful melodies over a playful rhythmic bed flavored with impeccable saxophone playing and charisma. The opening riff finds her plugged-in to the pocket as her saxophone tone vibrates and shimmers, the drums and bass are grooving, and the stabbing horns add color. The music has poppy hooks, but there is still a depth and musical genius that runs deep in Atherton’s playing and writing. Her striking articulation is always percolating in the pocket during her improvising and the central sensibility at work in her melody playing. The composition keeps piling new layers of sound, one atop the other, building a multiplicity of interlocking parts that simply feel good and makes you want to move things.
TOM BRAXTON – OUR HOST AND RESIDENT GOAT
Dynamic…Energetic…Charismatic…Warm-hearted…These are just a few adjectives that have been used to describe saxophonist Tom Braxton, whose distinct, melodic sound has been thrilling audiences of all ages from coast to coast and abroad for nearly two decades. This versatile instrumentalist and gifted composer is a seasoned performer who has the amazing ability to “grab the heart-strings” of the audience within the first few minutes of his show; engage them with his exceptional skill, wit, and charm; and leave them astounded, clapping, and on their feet screaming for more! That is why Jazz Review calls Braxton “one of smooth jazz’s most prolific saxophonists!
Tom has garnered critical acclaim worldwide from Africa to Japan…from New York to L.A., Braxton leaves audiences astounded, clapping, and on their feet screaming for more!
His music can be heard on radio and television airwaves nationwide, and his albums have hit numerous jazz charts including Billboard, RadioWave, SmoothJazz.com, Groove Jazz Music, Capital Jazz Radio, and Amazon.
Braxton’s talents as a composer, producer, and arranger along with his versatility as a musician are unquestioned. A virtuoso, he can transition effortlessly between various saxes as well as handle the piano, keys, and flute. You do not want to miss Tom Braxton!
THE VENUE
The Ervay creates a sophisticated nightclub environment with an extravagant multi-level space perfect for night on the town. The expansive ceilings and lavish Art Deco décor pair great with performances from some of the premier ward-winning jazz artists in the world. Sit in a cushy front-row club chair or booth. Select a table anywhere in the building. There is not a bad seat in the house, or grab some crafted cocktails, enjoy our dinner buffet or VIP dinner service, listen to some great music, and even dance if you desire.
We are focused on clean and safe adult fun. Dress to impress. No sagging jeans or athletic gear. Get your VIP experience tickets at www.ervayeventcenter.com/events. Get general admission tickets at eventbrite.com. Tickets for this event start at $44. VIP Experience starts at $79.00 which includes special seating, dinner, along with VIP Servers and Bartenders. Join us for a great night of music, craft cocktails, and great-tasting food.
All VIP Experience tickets Includes your choice of cozy VIP balcony seating, front-of-stage seating or front stage lounger seats, VIP Servers, and Bartenders along with dinner. Click the links above.
CREDIT CARD STATEMENT NOTE: We partner with a couple of organizations to host these events so the name on your credit card statement may be different from the Ervay Theater. However, if you purchased a ticket for an event at the theater then your purchase is legitimate.
If you have any issues getting your event ticket please call Ron or Jesse at 844-944-5111 ext.2.