Join us for a night of unparalleled musical brilliance as Wendel Werner,
an accomplished pianist and jazz maestro, teams up for the first time
ever with the Southern Spitfire vocalist herself, Melissa Ellis. This
one-of-a-kind performance promises to be an evening of jazz you won’t
want to miss!
Bachelor of Music in Studio Music and Jazz and a Master of Music in
Choral Conducting from the University of Tennessee, has enchanted
audiences with his performances and compositions. His impressive
credentials include studying under renowned jazz musicians Donald Brown
and Jerry Coker, and writing for esteemed groups such as the Knoxville
Children’s Show Choir, Knoxville Showstoppers, and the UT Singers. Known
for his dynamic role in the “Alive After Five” jazz series at the
Knoxville Museum of Art and as the current Music Director at St. Paul
United Methodist Church Fountain City in Knoxville, Wendel’s artistry is
both profound and versatile.
Berklee College of
Music graduate Melissa Ellis brings her unique blend of jazz, blues, and
blue-eyed soul to the stage, captivating audiences with her powerful
and evocative voice. An eight-time Josie Music Award nominee, Melissa
seamlessly weaves together the rich tones of classic jazz with the raw
emotion of the blues, creating a refreshingly original sound. Her
charming southern accent and dynamic stage presence make her
performances truly unforgettable.
These
two extraordinary talents will unite for an evening of musical magic
that promises to leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss your chance to
witness this special event where Wendel Werner’s masterful piano and
Melissa Ellis’s soulful voice come together to create a night to
remember!
