Richard Bland College of William & Mary hosts free concert: 'Jazz in the Grove'

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PRINCE GEORGE — You're invited to a free concert at Richard Bland College of William & Mary [RBC]. "Jazz in the Grove" will feature the legendary band Plunky & Oneness on Saturday, April 15th from 4 - 7 p.m.

According to plunkyone.com, saxophonist James "Plunky" Branch, an experienced performer, songwriter, music producer and film producer, has released 30 albums through his independent record label N.A.M.E. Brand Records.Plunky & Oneness have appeared in concert with some of the biggest names in Black music including Patti LaBelle, Ray Charles, Earth Wind & Fire, Yellow Jackets, Frankie Beverly & Maze, LL Cool J, Chuck Brown and more.

Branch's song “Every Way But Loose” was a top-ten soul music chart hit in London in the 1980s. He and his band play rousing funk, jazz, African, rap and R&B.

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The show which takes place in RBC's historic Pecan Grove will also present Canadian singer-songwriter Jessica Allossery as the opening act.

According to Allossery's website lovelyindie.com, she is one of the hardest working independent musicians out there who has made a name for herself around the world.

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Though she has a sound of her own, Allossery can be compared to artists like Norah Jones and Colbie Caillat or a female Jack Johnson. She combines playful inspirations from pop music and simple acoustics to create her own mellow vibe. The free-spirited indie songstress resides in Ontario, Canada, but spends most of the year on tour traveling around in her vintage camper.

"I’m honored and thrilled to be performing at the very first ‘Jazz in the Grove’ with the incredibly talented Plunky & Oneness," Allossery said. "It’ll be an evening to remember!”

Admission and parking is free. There will be plenty of food and drink on hand at this family-friendly event. Remember to take lawn chairs and blankets.

RBC is located at 11301 Johnson Rd. in Prince George. The concert is sponsored by the Richard Bland College Foundation. RBC is excited to celebrate its first Founder's Week Festival. For more information, visit rbc.edu.

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