Southwest Michigan residents and visitors will be treated to a spectacular musical evening Wednesday night, on the eve of this year’s KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship being hosted at Harbor Shores.
The community concert will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22 and will feature R&B legend Jeffrey Osborne, alongside sensational smooth jazz artists Gerald Albright and Kim Scott.
The concert, sponsored by the KitchenAid SrPGA, is free to the public. No tickets required. Local food trucks will be on-site with fan-favorite cuisine available for purchase. All golf fans, music lovers and community members are invited and encouraged to attend. Bring your own chair or blanket along to Dwight P. Mitchell Park, downtown on Main Street in Benton Harbor.
“We are thrilled to bring these iconic artists to our Southwest Michigan community to help celebrate the 2024 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship,” said Jerry Price, chairman of the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship Community Showcase Committee. “At previous years’ community concerts, we’ve had thousands of attendees, and we would love to see more this year. It’s an opportunity for music fans to experience the depth and breadth of soul, R&B and jazz all in one night. We can think of no better way to kick off the excitement of the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship weekend than with an evening of outstanding performances from Kim Scott, Gerald Albright and Jeffrey Osborne.”
Meet the Performers:
Headlining the concert is legendary R&B and soul vocalist Jeffrey Osborne who is known for his rich, emotive voice and timeless hits that continue to resonate with audiences of all ages. The four-time Grammy nominee started as the drummer then became the lead vocalist for L.T.D. before launching a successful solo career that includes classics such as “On the Wings of Love” and “Stay with Me Tonight.”
Joining Osborne are two remarkable talents in the jazz world: saxophonist Gerald Albright and flutist Kim Scott. With a career spanning over three decades, Gerald Albright has earned acclaim for his smooth melodic dexterity, and jaw-dropping jazz virtuosity. Albright’s impressive discography includes numerous chart-topping albums, and he has worked with major artists such as Anita Baker, The Temptations, Phil Collins and Whitney Houston.
Kim Scott has emerged as one of the most innovative and exciting figures in contemporary jazz music. Known for her exceptional tone, intoxicating melodies and flawless technique, Scott has captivated audiences worldwide. Her chart-topping singles and albums have solidified her place as one of the top flutists in the country, making her performance a must-see for music lovers.
For more information about the 2024 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship visit SRPGA.com.
