Velocity Broadcasting(TM), the nation's largest private broadcasting network, will initiate a paradigm shift in entertainment programming this fall with "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series(TM)." On October 6 and 7, 2006, guests will gather in the Velocity High-Definition (HD) Suites(TM) in Morton's The Steakhouse private Boardroom locations across the country for the inaugural performance of the series featuring jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, a performance in collaboration with DownBeat Magazine.
"No one else in the nation is offering fans this unique way of enjoying a live concert," noted Marsalis. "Jazz is an expressive, evocative form of music, and with this concept -- combining top quality audio, visual, and dining -- fans will experience a unique and intimate listening session. I'm thrilled to be part of it."
Guests of "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" will gather in Morton's Boardrooms nationwide, home of Velocity's digital theaters, where they will dine on Morton's signature four-course dinner and witness an exclusive, private performance beamed via satellite into the HD Suite. Equipped with digital, high-definition projection systems, 108" screens and 7.2 surround sound with 11 speakers, the HD Suite accommodates up to 40 guests in each location.
"Jazz icon Wynton Marsalis is the perfect ambassador to join us in introducing this groundbreaking concept that will clearly redefine the entertainment medium," said Philip Elias, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Producer of Velocity Broadcasting. "What better combination - Morton's exceptional menu and the finest jazz performed live by a living legend?"
Velocity will televise Marsalis' performance with 16 different cameras to capture every part of the private concert, and at the conclusion of the performance, guests will have the opportunity to ask Marsalis questions via satellite.
"Jazz has always been ahead of the trends in music, so Wynton Marsalis 'In Higher Definition' makes perfect sense," said Kevin Maher, president of DownBeat Magazine. "A trend-setting artist in a trend-setting atmosphere. The Velocity Broadcast experience gives each guest a front-row seat from the comfort of Morton's locations around the nation."
The "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" also marks a new era for Morton's The Steakhouse.
"Morton's, the nation's premier steakhouse is taking our private dining experience to a higher level," reflected Thomas J. Baldwin, chairman, chief executive officer and president of Morton's Restaurant Group. "We are eagerly anticipating the moment when Wynton Marsalis will appear live via satellite in each of our Boardrooms to entertain our guests. Morton's is proud to partner with Velocity Broadcasting on this exciting new venture."
Attendees of the "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" featuring Wynton Marsalis will be given a limited edition HD-DVD of the concert as part of the performance experience. For tickets and more information on "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series," log onto www.VelocityBoxOffice.com.
