WYES GRAPE PERFORMANCES WITH DEACON JOHN

Tuesday, June 22, at 6:30pm

WYES GRAPE PERFORMANCES WITH DEACON JOHN honors the New Orleans musician and band leader.

*Shipping in-state and out-of-state deadline is Tuesday, June 15 at 5pm.

*Order deadline to pick up your three bottles of wine at Vino Fine Wines and Spirits, 1124 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans is Monday, June 21 at 5pm.

Those participating can purchase a ticket that includes three bottles of wine with pick-up and shipping options from $85-$125. There is also a ticket price to ‘watch only’ for $35.

In between performances, James Moises, owner of Bizou Wines, will offer insight into each bottle of wine listed below.

J. Mourat Blanc 2017 - France

Res fortes Rose 2018 - France

Altamira Tres Fincas Red 2011 - Argentina

The one hour tribute, hosted by Peggy Scott Laborde, includes an in-depth interview with the New Orleans music legend and rare performance footage that includes Deacon John performing with his friends Allen Toussaint, Dr. John, and Davell Crawford, to name a few. Grammy Award-winner Irma Thomas will reflect on her longtime friend.

Performance footage courtesy of Cyril Vetter.

PLEASE NOTE: Pick up is available on Monday, June 21, from 11am-6pm and Tuesday, June 22, from 11am–5pm at VINO Fine Wines and Spirits.

*You must purchase tickets through this link. Tickets cannot be purchased at Vino Fine Wines and Spirits.

Deacon John pictured with producer Peggy Scott Laborde at a WYES event featuring The Fab Four, a Beatles tribute band.

Deacon John performing on the set of STEPPIN' OUT.

Proceeds from this event benefit the programs and services you love and enjoy on WYES. Without events and our members, we simply couldn't continue to bring you the highest caliber news, performance, science and children's programming that you expect from WYES, your local PBS member station.

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