Melissa Ellis plays the Palace

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!
 

Wendel Werner, a seasoned pianist with a 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.
 
For the first time ever, 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!

FOR WHEELCHAIR AND WHEELCHAIR COMPANIONS SPACES, PLEASE CALL THE PALACE BOX OFFICE AT (931) 484-6133.

Events

10/12/2024
7:00 pm
The Historic Palace Theatre
Crossville
Melissa Ellis plays the Palace