Ronell Regis Introduces: "Michael Jackson Tribute Series" w/ Open Tone Youth Ensemble

Sat, Dec 28

Heavily influenced by the musicianship of Michael Jackson, saxophonist, Ronell Regis, brings an experienced and talented group to jumpstart a tribute series of Michael Jackson's music. Be here for the kickoff! Opening set will be performed by the "Open Tone Youth Ensemble". Doors: 6:00pm Show: 6:30pm-9:30pm Tickets: General Admission ($30 in advance, $35 at door) Line-up: Ronell Regis - Saxophone Josh Stone - Main Keys Randy Regis - Aux Keys Brandon Bell - Vocals Taylor McCants - Vocals Darien Hill - Vocals Walt Barnes, Jr. - Bass Bud Benford, Jr. - Lead Guitar Gabe Jones - Drums Bio: Ronell Regis is a saxophonist, composer, arranger, and educator born into the Flatbush area of Brooklyn, New York City. It was in Brooklyn where he was exposed to immense diversity especially in the Caribbean realm through his Grenadian parents. He then moved to Atlanta, GA where he attended Tri-Cities High School then he began playing jazz. He began playing saxophone for his home church at 12 years old starting from hymns to spirituals to gospel music. He then attended Kent State University where he completed his undergraduate Jazz Studies degree in the Spring of 2022.