2015 New Year's Eve Blues Bash

The Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania (BSWPA)is charitable organization serving the local community while preserving and promoting the appreciation and enhancement of Blues Music. Through our musical performance fund raising events we support a variety of local and regional charities, including the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank, The Wounded Warriors Project, Blues in the Schools, and Blues is a Healer Tour for local veterans.The BSWPA also organizes and sponsors an Annual Blues Challenge, with the winners representing the Western Pennsylvania region at the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis. We are proud that our winner from 2013 placed 3rd at the IBC in 2014.If you are interested in helping us serve the community while keeping the blues alive in our region, pleasejoin the Blues Society of Western Pennsylvaniaor make a donation. Your contribution to our fundraising efforts will help us accomplish our mission, serve our community and preserve for generations to come that unique, American music known as “The Blues.” The Blues Community thanks you for your support.Visit our website atwww.bswpa.organd "like" us onFacebookto get all the blues news you can use!The Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania (BSWPA)is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation registered in the state of Pennsylvania. Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania

Brandon Santini
with special guests
The Jimmy Adler Band
 
Brandon Santini and his band will be headlining this year's Blues Bash, with opening act, local favorites, The Jimmy Adler Band!  Always a smokin' good time, Brandon will be sure to get the crowd energized to ring in 2016! 
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Brandon Santini hails from Memphis and is an outstanding harp player and vocalist.  His name is worthy of conversations that include Jason Ricci, Billy Gibson, Dennis Gruenling, Rick Estrin, and other frontline harmonica players.  Brandon combines his love and respect for traditional blues with a present, colorful style of playing that is often compared to James Cotton and Paul Butterfield.  Originally from North Carolina, Brandon relocated to Memphis in 2003 to absorb the sounds and culture of this vibrant city.  Playing for over 15 years, Brandon has honed his craft on Beale Street like the legendary performers before him.  His second album, This Time Another Year, debuted at #12 on the Living Blues Radio chart, spending 3 months in the top 20, as well as picking up a nomination for "Contemporary Blues Album" in the 2014 Blues Music Awards.  Brandon was also nominated for a 2014 Blues Music Award in the category of Harmonia and received a Blues Blas Music Award as a Sean Costello Rising Star.  For more information, see Brandon's website at <A HREF="http://www.brandonsantini.com" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.brandonsantini.com</A>.
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Jimmy Adler is a live-wire entertainer who packs passion and energy into every performance!  His music is a blend of Chicago Blues and West Coast Jazzy Jump.  His passionate, powerful vocals compliment his spirited playing. 
The Jimmy Adler Band plays regularly at a multitude of clubs throughout Western Pennsylvania. The band has also performed at a variety of outdoor festivals, including:  Pittsburgh Blues Festival, Carnegie Heritage Festival, Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival, Wheeling Heritage BluesFest, Johnstown’s Thunder in the Valley Motorcycle Festival, and the Johnstown Folk Fest and Flood City Music Festival. Jimmy also performed in France in April 2012 and represented Western PA at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis during January 2013.  Check out Jimmy's website at <A HREF="http://www.jimmyadler.com" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.jimmyadler.com</A>.
Tickets for this event include top-notch entertainment from both acts, a delicious buffet dinner, 5 hours open bar (8pm - 1am), and midnight buffet.
Tickets for this event are non-refundable.  Seating for this event is not reserved, and tables are available on a first come, first served basis on the night of the event.
Rooms for this event must be booked separately before November 30 at the Doubletree Hotel at the BLUES rate of $89.99.  Click <A HREF="http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/pennsylvania/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-pittsburgh-airport-PITARDT/index.html" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A> to connect to the Doubletree website or call 412-329-1400.  Please call the hotel directly to reserve your room.  The neighboring Hampton Inn also has rooms available at this BLUES rate and can be contacted via web by clicking <A HREF="http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/pennsylvania/hampton-inn-pittsburgh-airport-PITAPHX/index.html" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</A> or calling 412-264-0020.  The last date to secure this rate at the neighboring Hampton Inn is December 10.  Please be patient with the Hilton websites - they can be extremely slow! Book early to secure your room at these bargain rates!
 
FAQs
 
How late can I order a ticket?
Because the hotel needs to plan for the number of attendees, tickets must be bought by Saturday, December 19.
 
How late can I book a room?
The Doubletree Hilton requires all room reservations to be made by November 30 or until the room block is sold out.  Because of the popularity and success of this event last year, additional rooms will be available this year! Please book early to secure your room at the $89.99 rate!
 
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
This event is for ages 21+.
 
Can I reserve a seat so I can sit in the front?
There is no reserved seating for this event, and seating will be determined on a first-come, first served basis on the night of the event.  If you have a large group or want to sit in the front, it is suggested you arrive and check in early on the night of the event so you have access to the "prime" tables.  Several size tables will be added to the floor plan this year to accommdate different sized groups and provide more seating areas near the stage.  In addition, to better serve our needs, both the dinner and midnight buffets and the bar service will be placed in the well-appointed foyer to provide easy access to everyone.
 
Can I pay by check or cash?
Yes, please mail your registration and payment to BSWPA, Jonnye Weber, 79 Linmar Homes, Aliquippa, PA 15001.  Cash payments can be made at any BSWPA event to one of the BSWPA board members.
 
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Alcohol will be provided by the hotel at the event, including a 5 hour open bar.  The hotel does not permit bringing alcohol from off-premesis.
 
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact BSWPA at webmaster@bswpa.org or call 724-888-6183. 
 
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Yes, if you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket(s).  Please contact BSWPA if you need to do this so we can update registration information.
 
Can I update my registration information?
Yes, please contact BSWPA to update your ticket registration information.  You can also update information yourself by logging on to the Eventbrite website.
 
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
An attendee list will be available upon check-in, but bringing your printed ticket will facilitate checking in.
 
What is the refund policy?
There will be no refunds for this event.  If you wish to cancel your hotel room, please contact the hotel for details.
 
Why do I have to pay a fee on top of the ticket price?
Eventbrite charges a service fee for using their event planning software, processing credit cards, and transferring payments.  The additional fee on each ticket pay for these services and go directly to Eventbrite.  These fees are not retained by the BSWPA.
 
Where can I park for the event?
The Doubletree and Hampton Inns have plenty of on-site, free parking.