The musical entertainment lineup has been revealed for the second annual Taste of Hamilton Place, which will take place on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. at the mall.
Taste of Hamilton Place 2010 will not only include the food extravaganza, but will serve as a festive musical venue for the evening with three entertainment stages featuring local musicians.
Comcast Stage, 8-9 p.m.
Bartlee Norton and 64 Highway
Review for Bartlee Norton and 64 Highway:
Bartlee Norton and 64 Highway began formation when Bartlee and his nephew, drummer Jake Ketterer, decided to join forces. Jake then invited guitarists Ian Porter and Josh Harris to join the group. Jake, Josh and Ian have written music together and played in several bands since they were kids. Bartlee then invited Brad Annis into the collective mix. Brad and Bartlee played together at Lee University with the "Lee Singers" and toured throughout the country. The band member’s diverse backgrounds in music contribute to a unique and unmatched combination. Though they have only been playing together for a few short months, this incredibly talented band has everyone buzzing.
Belk Men's Court, 7-8 p.m.
Tiffany Envid, Harpist
Review for Tiffany Envid:
Tiffany Envid graduated from Lee University in Cleveland in May of 2003. Currently, as a full-time professional harpist, Tiffany plays the harp regularly for weddings, dinner parties, church functions, and other special events. Some of her achievements have been playing Mozart's Flute and Harp concerto (2nd movement) and The Poem with Lee's Chamber Orchestra; accompanying various choirs such as Lee’s Chorale, Choral Union and Children’s Chorale, the Chattanooga Girls Choir, and the Baylor School Upper Choir; as well as participating in many local church and university musicals and music services. Tiffany has also performed The Fantasticks, the world’s longest running musical with an orchestration of harp and piano, as well as Two From Galilee, a Ripple Productions Christian musical. Tiffany has taught the Salzedo method of harp for the past six years with student ages ranging from five to seventy-five. She is a founding member of the Chattanooga Harp Ensemble, the harp instructor at Westmore Music Academy, and a member of the American Harp Society.
JCPenney Court, 7-9 p.m.
The Robert Crabtree Trio
Review for Robert Crabtree Trio:
Robert Crabtree has been working as a professional musician for over 30 years in the Chattanooga area. From solo performances to the Chattanooga Symphony, Robert’s work has taken him around the world and he has performed and recorded with such notables as Cy Coleman, George Beverly Shay, Bill Watrous, Jerry Coker, Suzanne Somers, Phil Driscoll, The Wiz, Ringling Brothers, “Icecapades”, “Cats” and many others. Robert also coordinates with many musicians to provide entertainment services for corporate events, weddings, private parties and social events. Currently, he can be found performing at local venues from time to time with his favorite jazz combo of piano, bass and drums.
“We are excited to offer some new and unique talent to the entertainment mix for this year’s event,” said Hamilton Place General Manager Dan Wolfe. “The diverse and talented entertainment lineup this year is the perfect complement to the delicious food creations offered by the many participating restaurants.”
While enjoying the musical entertainment, ticket holders will also have the opportunity to meet chefs and try food as they stroll from station to station sampling signature dishes from participating restaurants. Some of the restaurants participating in the 2010 event are Abuelo’s, The Acropolis, The American Café, Blue Orleans, Bonefish Grill, Café LeMont, Chattanooga Cupcakes, Chili’s, fresh to order, Gigi’s Cupcakes, Jason’s Deli, Macaroni Grill, McAllister’s Deli, The Melting Pot, Moe’s Southwest Grill, P.F. Changs, Piccadilly, Salsarita’s, Smoothie King and Sticky Fingers.
All proceeds from this family-friendly event will benefit the children’s cancer center at T.C. Thompson Children’s Hospital, which treats children who have been diagnosed with cancer with the highest level of care, allowing local families to stay closer to home.
In its second year, the Taste of Hamilton Place event is sponsored by Williams Visual Solutions, WRCB-TV Eyewitness News, WDEF-FM Sunny 92.3, Indoor Graphics, Comcast, Fairway, Coca-Cola, and Vincent Printing Company. Entertainment for the 2010 event is sponsored by North American Credit Services, Inc.
Discount ticket prices are $35 for adults and $10 for children ages 5– 12 and can be purchased online through Saturday at www.TasteofHamiltonPlace.com or at the mall Tourist Information Center, located on the upper level near Sears. Tickets may also be purchased at the door and are $40 for adults and $15 for children ages 5-12. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. and attendees should enter at the Food Court Entrance.