Oct. 13, 2008 – A vocalist who has been compared to such greats as Ella Fitzgerald, Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin, Ruthie Foster has created her own unique blend of folk, blues and gospel. She will take the stage at 8 p.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Tillett Gardens, part of Arts Alive's Concerts in the Garden series.
Foster has appeared at some of the most prestigious music festivals in the country including the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, the Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Merlefest.
Tickets for the concert are $30, or $70 with the prix fixe dinner; reservations are recommended. Tickets can be purchased in the Tillett Gallery at Tillett Gardens, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
For more information and to make reservations, call 776-8566 or e-mail: artsalive@tillett.net.
