Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art presents “The Good Life” Tony Bennett Tribute featuring Joe Gransden Orchestra

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Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art presents...  Joe Gransden: A Tribute to Tony Bennett.  Join Joe Gransden and his orchestra as they take you on an unforgettable, swingin’ stroll through the life and career of Tony Bennett!  One of the greatest performers ever of the American Songbook, Tony Bennett’s tone, phrasing, and feel were second to none! Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of Tony Bennett through Joe’s exceptional performance in this swinging tribute.

“He was still around and singing wonderfully. I went to see him in concert. He had an almost classical breathing style when he sang. It was this Italian bel canto, almost operatic. It’s why he could sing well into his 90s… when I saw him, he sang for 90 minutes straight with no intermission,” Gransden said. “His attention to lyrics and melody makes him one of the greatest singers.”

Bennett passed at 96 in 2023 after a battle with Alzheimer’s, but his legacy has remained a powerful influence for Gransden. That is so true, in fact, that he wrote a show dedicated to Bennett.

Gransden hopes folks of all ages will turn out — from those who grew up listening to Bennett on vinyl to younger fans who discovered him through his more recent collaboration with Lady Gaga. Regardless, he is looking forward to sharing the music.

“I think it’s important to pay respect to his music. To me, the Great American Songbook is some of the greatest music ever written, and Tony Bennett did it better than anyone,” he said.