Had so much fun
by Elle on 2023-06-30Even in his golden years, George is still killing the stage. I had so much fun and he can still play the guitar đ
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GEORGE BENSON IN CONCERT:
George Benson brings his gifted guitar playing and sonorous voice to every stage he graces, consistently impressing fans at his live performances with his soulful and swinging jazz sound. In concert Benson unleashes a furious flurry of melodic guitar mastery on supercharged renditions of standards like âTake Fiveâ, âOn Broadwayâ, and the perennial favorite âThis Masqueradeâ. Heâs also a skilled band leader, hanging back with his infectious smile as he lets the talented members of his top-notch ensemble execute moving, eloquent solos. Ticket buyers can expect a jaw-dropping display of six-string showmanship every time George Benson brings his funky and fluid fretwork on tour.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Pittsburgh-born George Benson was a child prodigy who had already cut his first single by the age of ten. He spent the remainder of his adolescence training under organist Jack McDuff before making his debut as a bandleader with the 1964 album The New Boss Guitar of George Benson. He continued to climb the ranks of the jazz world, even appearing on the track âParaphernaliaâ from Miles Davisâ 1968 album Miles in the Sky. The virtuosic Benson scored a huge crossover hit in 1976 when he pulled double-duty on vocals and guitar for âThis Masqueradeâ, which took home the Grammy for Record of the Year. With the encouragement of Quincy Jones, Benson explored vocals during the â70s and â80s, leading to the most commercially successful period of his career. He returned to his instrumental jazz roots at the dawn of the â90s and toured with renowned contemporaries like Chet Atkins and Al Jarreau into the new millennium. Ten Grammys and countless breathtaking solos later, George Benson still gives audience members an unparalleled listening experience with his amazing instrumental prowess and undeniable grooves.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Great
by dreid on 2023-06-30Was a great experience. Everyone was very friendly, dancing and having fun! George was wonderful aswell
Rating: 5 out of 5 Better than ever
by JW on 2023-06-30George Benson was amazing. His vocals, guitar playing, and charisma have only improved with age. The on stage lighting was very poor with the right side almost in darkness.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing!
by Tiffany on 2023-06-30Thé concert was amazing! One of my favourite artists with an incredible band!
Rating: 5 out of 5 My parents enjoyed it!
by Rina on 2023-06-30My parents absolutely loved the performance, and the venue. They described it as a intimate but vibrant show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fabulous!
by Kathy on 2023-06-30Music was excellent and the venue is so beautiful and very well organized.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Unbelievable Performer
by Lauren H on 2023-06-30This was by far one of the best performances I have ever seen. As an avid George Benson fan, heading him perform all of his hits in such an intimate setting was unbelievable. Amazing instrumentals, outstanding vocals all around. Hoping he comes back to Toronto soon to see him again!
Rating: 2 out of 5 bad
by joe on 2023-06-30I uaws ro vw big fan. George Benson should have passed on this concert. His voice was off and his guitar playing was off. This is not the quality of performance that the Jazz Festival should be booking. I would not go to see him again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Amazing
by Jay toronto on 2023-06-30Great concert. Excellent venue. george still has it!
Rating: 5 out of 5 George was great!
by Drea on 2023-06-30Mr. George Benson put on a wonderful show. All the hits, great story-telling, lots of fun. So glad I went!
Rating: 5 out of 5 George Benson is never a disappointment
by Ouizee on 2023-06-30So happy to have seen him again. The theatre was a nice touch, rather than an outside venue.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great concert
by Fred Nicolaidis on 2023-06-30What a great evening. Benson delivered all of the music that makes him a living legend. Outstanding band. Loved every minute of it!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Unforgettable!!
by Dr.D on 2023-06-30This performance by the legendary Benson was a joyful experience for my spirit and memories from 1976!!
Rating: 3 out of 5 The older they get the harder it gets to perform well
by Mateo on 2023-06-30He was pushing it. Not what he used to be. Needed to take breaks. OK, we are all getting older - but the choreography seemed fractured to account for personal needs. Just being honest.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Disappointing
by KS on 2023-06-30We've seen George Benson several years ago and he was amazing. Sadly his voice is gone and he has difficulty with many of his old hits. Back up singers helped a lot. The sound system at the Elgin concert was very disappointing and backup sound was muffled and too loud, so singing was hard to hear.
Rating: 5 out of 5 George Benson and Walle Larson - Fabulous Concert
by notporky on 2013-06-26Burton Cummings Theatre - WinnipegWalle put on a great show to start, then George came out and went pretty much non stop for about 2 hours. Played all the greats and some I hadn't heard before, but everything was very enjoyable. George is a great entertainer and he really put it on for Winnipeg.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great Event, So-so location
by AshleyG on 2013-06-26Burton Cummings Theatre - WinnipegIt was a great event! It was full and people enjoyed it. For an event such as this, it could have been staged at a better venue. It was too humid and seats were too close to each other making knees bump. Overall, this was a fun concert and George Benson did not disappoint Hope to see him again!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Awesome!
by Lollysue on 2013-06-25Burton Cummings Theatre - WinnipegHard-working band and great sound! Good mix of old and new+opportunity for audience participation. Thanks for bringing in this treat!
Rating: 3 out of 5 "Rock Concert" In Disguise
by emas on 2013-06-25Burton Cummings Theatre - WinnipegGreat playing by an accomplished artist, George Benson, and his support group of two keyboards, a base, another guitar and a drummer. Really liked the complementary meshing of the band and the choice of music, which showed off Benson's guitar and singing voice. However, I did not bring any musician's ear plugs, and the level of sound reduced my enjoyment of the concert very much. Rock concert sound levels don't flatter jazz presentations, in my opinion, because jazz music is more refined and artistic. Not sure why George would want his music presented that way, but I suspect that a rock concert style is more appealing to the masses. My playing George Benson on my sizable stereo at home portrays better his talent than a too loud, live concert. Wally Larson was his usual accomplished self, However, is it me, or does the band play as if they are competing with each other rather than supporting a common musical endeavor? The drummer, in particular, was too often an obnoxious presence in the face of the musicality of the presentation.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2013-06-25Burton Cummings Theatre - Winnipeg Both Geroge Benson and Winnipeg's own, Walle Larsson are amazing musicians! I could have danced all night to the beat! Wish there were more events like this through out the year.