WE3 & O.M.G. Benefit Concert for Deep Within Rehab

// TICKETS AVAILABLE CLICK HERE // We3 is a powerhouse of talents featuring pianist Nicole Pesce, violinist Suzanne Lansford, and vocalist Renee Grant Patrick. Flanked by Grammy-winning bassist Mel Brown and internationally acclaimed drummer Dowell Davis, this group defies categorization and pushes genre boundaries. They pay tribute to new and familiar interpretations of Smooth Jazz to Bluegrass and Classical to Country.

Join us October 27, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at Ravenscroft - 8445 E. Hartford Drive, Scottsdale. Tickets are $45 each and on sale now.  100% of the proceeds go directly to the work of Deep Within Rehab.

-------- Deep Within Rehab is a faith-based, family-operated organization that assists men in transitioning from homelessness and addiction to productive members of society by empowering, not enabling. Deep Within provides a safe, clean, alcohol and drug-free living environment, faith-based services, vocational training, and recovery support. They have successfully served the Valley for over seventeen years. Please visit deepwithinrehab.com

BIOS

Nicole Pesce - Recognized by the Arizona Republic as one of the “top ten musicians to hear in Phoenix”, Nicole has performed for Muhammad Ali, Ricky Martin, George Benson, Waylon Jennings, Shaquille O’Neal, The Gypsy Kings, and Brian Setzer.

Nicole enjoyed a residency as the house pianist at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Phoenix, AZ for over a decade...entertaining audiences with everything from Bach to Lady Gaga. With additional performances at such venues as the Tempe Center for the Arts, Herberger Theater, Desert Ridge Marriott, ASU Kerr Cultural Center, Mesa Arts Center, Phoenician Resort, Wrigley Mansion, & The Princess Hotel.

At age 14, Nicole played for Debbie Reynolds at Debbie’s Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. That same year, Nicole appeared on the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon (which aired to over 65 million viewers) – and toured the USA with Jerry. Additional appearances include performances with American Idol contestant David Hernandez, The Moscow Ballet, Zowie Bowie, The Cast of Mary Poppins, Young Frankenstein, Mamma Mia, and White Christmas.

Renee Patrick - has connected with individuals and crowds with her voice and music over the past 12 years in the Valley. Her music is shockingly honest and emotionally charged. Listeners find Renee's sound somehow familiar, but one that is refreshingly original and inviting. Singing a variety of genres from Jazz Standards, to classic R&B, Renee's music will capture you with her powerful voice combined with a passionate delivery.

Suzanne Lansford - Suzanne's Mom and Dad taught her all kinds of music before she could even walk. They also say it took a very long time before she begin to walk! Beginning with classical lessons and quitting them at 13 to play jazz at the Arizona Biltmore and other venues and radio shows across Phoenix and Scottsdale, Suzanne has always kept music high on the list. In Chicago, she was with Chicago's eclectic classical / jazz / Latin group, the 3rd Coast String Quartet, and even today when visiting Chicago, she makes time to visit with and play Gypsy Jazz with Alfonso Ponticelli and Swing Gitan at the Green Mill.

Mel Brown - Mel is a Grammy Award-winning bassist, accomplished Bandleader, Talent Contractor, Author, Educator, and business owner based in Phoenix, AZ. His extensive experience includes world tours, recording, television, movies, and musical theatre.  Mel is also an industry-recognized thought leader in the personal branding and video interviewing space.

Dowell Davis - “D” to his fellow players, has graced national and international stages with his drumming since 1983. Having professionally played a variety of musical styles from Zydeco to Jazz, Funk to Blues, and Rock to R & B, “D” has an innate understanding of grooving. He is a clinician at the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences in Tempe and Gilbert, AZ, and also lays drum tracks for the Line 6 Amp Company. He has toured with George Benson, Jimmy Smith, Buckwheat Zydeco, Mark Whitfield, Terrance Simien, and Wayne Toups. He has also performed with Francine Reed, Poppa John DeFrancesco, Joey DeFrancesco, Nick Manson, Jack McDuff, Stevie Wonder, Marion Meadows, Joanie Sledge (of Sister Sledge), Wessell Andersen, Wynton Marsalis, Jermaine Stewart, and MANY others.

Lobby doors open at 5:00 p.m., and Ravenscroft Hall doors open at 5:30 p.m. No food or drink is permitted inside Ravenscroft Hall. Please note that parking is free and abundant on-site at Ravenscroft.