The Manhattan Transfer

 
Event date: 
Saturday, July 30, 2011 - 8:00pm
Location: 
Farthing Auditorium
Admission: 
$40 / $35.60 / $22 / $21 / $15

"...arguably the most honored and respected vocal quartet today." - Goldmine Magazine

The Manhattan Transfer started out as a harmony vocal quartet nearly 40 years ago, playing in clubs and performance halls all over New York City, and quickly became the #1 live attraction. After tremendous billboard success in 1979, the group catapulted to the top, winning their first of what would later become many Grammy Awards. The first awards came in 1981 for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, and Best Jazz Performance by a Duo or Group in the same year for "Boy from New York City" and "Until I Met You (Corner Pocket)" respectively. They were honored in 1982 with another Grammy for their hit single, "Route 66," which remains one of their biggest hits ever. In 1985 they received 12 Grammy nominations for the album "Volcalese" which became the single most nominated album in history and solidified the group as one of the most innovative vocal groups in popular music. The multi-talented group has recorded with legends such as Tony Bennett, Bette Midler, James Taylor and Frankie Vallie and continues to delight audiences everywhere with their timeless sound, varied musical style, and exquisite four-part harmonies.

Pre-concert concessions provided by Peabody's Wine & Beer Merchants and The Best Cellar.

Sponsor: 
An Appalachian Summer Festival
Contact name: 
Farthing Auditorium Box Office
Contact email: 
boxoffice@appstate.edu
Contact telephone: 
(800) 841-ARTS or (828) 262-4046
Westglow Resort & Spa

A Schaefer Popular Series Event, sponsored by Westglow Resort & Spa and Rowland's Restaurant. Made possible through the generous support of Bonnie & Jamie Schaefer.

Performance sponsorship provided by:

  • Mast General Store
  • Appalachian Hospitality Management