December 9, 2010
Southern Fried Jazz Band |
The Southern Fried Jazz Band is one of the most authentic and refreshing Dixieland groups on the scene today.
Based in Charlotte, the Southern Fried Jazz Band was organized by trumpet player Don Edwards. Prior to moving to Charlotte, Don’s Dixieland skills were well honed. He traveled extensively, performing as a member of numerous big bands during the swing era, and later enjoyed 15 years as a member of various show bands in Las Vegas. In his lengthy career, Don has backed some of the Dixieland greats, including Louis Armstrong and the Worlds Greatest Jazz Band. Don’s reputation for hand-picking musicians and stretching them well beyond their imaginings “on the job” is apparent in the Southern Fried Jazz Band. Under his direction, the band’s reputation quickly spread, and they have performed for many notables including former Presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. The band also performed in a Hallmark made-for-TV movie called “Best Friends For Life,” which was filmed in the Carolinas.
The band’s lineup includes three horns and four rhythm players along with vocals by “Red Hot Mama” Starr Acheson. Starr’s background includes Broadway and musical comedy shows as well as 10 years with her own jazz band at resort hotels and country clubs in Hilton Head Island and Charleston, S.C.
Their recent CD release, entitled It’s What’s Cookin’! captures the spirit and spontaneity that make the Southern Fried Jazz Band a hit with audiences wherever it performs. Tracks from the CD have been broadcast coast to coast on George Buck’s Jazzology radio show
Southern Fried Jazz Band Website
Menu
December 9, 2010
Butter Crunch Salad with Frisée and Arugula, Baby Mozzarella,
Local Tomatoes, Basil Vinaigrette Dressing
Duo of Grilled Petit Filet paired with Horseradish Crusted Salmon
Port Wine demi Glace and Lime Beurre Blanc
Roasted garlic mashed Potato with Winter Vegetables
Bananas Foster Cheesecake with Bourbon Anglaise Sauce
** Menu may be altered for the chef to take advantage of fresh accompaniments
For requests due to dietary restrictions
Call Pinehurst, Inc. @ 910-235-8404
More than 48 hours before event