5th Ave Jazz Quartet

The Milton Theatre

Ticket availability is limited for social distancing measures. Audience size is limited.

<p><strong>Due to ongoing capacity restrictions, we kindly request that you purchase tickets in specific areas according to your group size. We reserve the right to move your reservation if it does not match the seating group size. This will help us ensure that our venue remains viable for the foreseeable future. For individuals or groups more than 4, please call us at 302.684.3038 and our box-office staff would be happy to assist you. </strong></p>

<h2>A very special live performance benefitting the Milton Theatre's COVID-19 Relief Fund.</h2><p><strong>100% of all ticket sales will benefit the Milton Theatre COVID-19 Relief Fund.  Join us for a very special evening of great music and generosity from local jazz favorites "5th Avenue". Get to enjoy amazing local talent for a great cause!</strong></p><p><strong>If you're not yet ready to join us, please consider donating to our fundraiser to ensure the future viability of our beloved venue for generations to come!</strong></p>

<h2>About 5th Avenue</h2><p><a href="http://www.5thavenuejazz.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Official Website</a>   |   <a href="https://www.facebook.com/5thAvenue.de/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>   | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KenCiceraleMusicPage" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ken Cicerale Music</a></p><p>5th Avenue is where jazz meets the Great American Songbook that creates an elegant and intimate musical experience. Created by jazz saxophonist, Ken Cicerale, the band’s unique arrangements, both vocal and instrumental, exude a level of intimacy, virtuosity and elegance that have been charming audiences at every performance throughout Delmarva and New York.</p>

<h3>Vincent Varrassi</h3><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/vvarrassimusician/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p><p>Originally from New York City, Vincent has been performing since he was 16 years old. His band, A Touch of Class performed for many years at corporate banquets, weddings and clubs and restaurants in New York and northern New Jersey. Featuring four strong vocalists, the late Alto Saxophonist Ken Cicerale, and a strong rhythm section, the band performed great dance music ranging from American Standards, to contemporary hits.</p><p>Varrassi moved to DE and continued performing his piano and vocals as a soloist, and occasionally with former bandmate Ken Cicerale on Alto. When Ken followed and settled in Sussex, they formed the original 5th Avenue trio with Ken Schleifer on drums. Varrassi has performed many times at the Milton Theatre as well as many local clubs and restaurants such as the Cultured Pearl, The Bluecoast Grille, and the former Cuvee Ray Wine Bar in Rehoboth. He is most regarded for his piano and vocal performances of the musical from The Great American Songbook.</p>

<h3>Ken Schleifer</h3><p>Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Ken presently lives in Dagsboro, Delaware with his wife, Karen, and their golden doodle, Penny. Recently retired after 38 years as the Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher for the Indian River and Cape Henlopen School Districts, he now enjoys sharing the joy of making music with his many musical friends.</p><p> For the past 26 years, Ken has performed as a drummer/percussionist for many musical organizations around the Delmarva Region including the Possum Point Players, Bay Star Productions, Clear Space Theater Company, The Southern Delaware Choral Society, CAMP Rehoboth Chorus, and most recently with the Capital Ringers.</p><p> He has also performed as a drummer with the Delmarva musical groups Spice, The Beat Benders, Lisa Scott and the Melting Pot, Giant Steps, OH BOY! A Tribute to Buddy Holly, a 9-piece swing band called SWING JUNCTION…It’s A Swing Thing, the Hammond B3 Organ power trio 2nd Time Around, and is currently performing with the jazz trio 5th Avenue.</p><p> In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Karen, traveling, boating, crabbing, fishing, and enjoying life in pursuit of peace and tranquility.</p>

<h3>Jeff Cooper</h3><p>Jeff Cooper has been a professional bassist for over 40 years.  From jazz and rock ‘n’ roll to classical, pop, and musical theater, you’ve heard him at the Kennedy Center, National and Ford’s theaters, and Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts.  In 2005, Jeff began his New York City career on Broadway playing for The Woman in White, LoveMusik, Ragtime, and Evita with Ricky Martin.  His variety band, Tuxedo Junction, has performed extensively at Presidential Balls, corporate and private parties, weddings, and society galas. In addition to his duo, Notes on the Beach with his lifelong friend Glan Pearson, he joined Ken Cicerale’s trio, 5th Avenue, playing the band’s intimate jazz standards and original compositions. Today 5th Avenue consists of Jeff on double bass, Vincent Varrassi on piano and vocal and Ken Schleifer on drums, with occasional guest saxophonist Cody Leavel.</p>

<h3>Cody Leavel</h3><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/codyleaveljazz" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p><p>Cody Leavel is a native of Rehoboth Beach and a Cape Henlopen High School graduate, class of 2008. After receiving his bachelors in Jazz Studies from Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA he tour full time with the Glenn Miller Orchestra for 4 and a half years. Now, back living in Milford, Cody is a local working musician and private teacher to students across Delmarva. He is the “go to” saxophonist for many of Sussex County’s popular performing bands. Along with many local and nationally regarded musicians, Cody has adapted to the past year’s Pandemic and now teaches virtually via Zoom and has had many live stream performances on FaceBook.</p>

<h3>The Milton Theatre is "COVID-19 Customer Protection Standards Certified" by the Delaware Division of Small Business</h3>

<h3>About the Milton Theatre</h3><p><a href="https://www.miltontheatre.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Official Website</a>   |   <a href="https://www.facebook.com/miltontheatreshows/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook </a>  |   <a href="https://twitter.com/Milton_Theatre" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>   |   <a href="https://instagram.com/miltontheatre" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></p><p>The historic Milton Theatre is a uniquely diverse venue where you will find the best local, regional, national, and international talent. Free municipal and on-street parking are available. Full bar and light food options available. This facility is fully accessible.</p>

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