At 6:00 pm this evening, Keisha Patterson and Seretse Small will be performing at 4 Washington Drive off Annette Crescent in aid of Avant Academy of Music.
The night is billed as “Keisha & Seretse” was originally billed "Della & Seretse” as it was originally to feature Della Manley as the main performer along with Seretse Small.
However, two days prior to the event, Della became ill and had to cancel her participation.
Keisha Patterson was contacted at once to fill in for Della. She confirmed that she was available and arrangements were made to change the program.
Keisha is no stranger to Avant Academy of Music and Seretse Small. She has many years of experience performing in Musical Theatre and the professional music scene in Jamaica. She has performed with Sinead O’Connor, Sly & Robbie, and Freddie McGregor. Locally she has been active as an actor and Jazz singer. Like many performers, COVID greatly reduced her performances but even during the pandemic she had a feature slot on the virtual concert, “Jazz on the Duke” and most recently “Kingston Jazz’ at 22 Jerk.
The evening promises to be full of great music as Keisha and Seretse will be accompanied by some of Jamaica’s finest musicians. Desi Jones on drums, Carlton Jarret on Bass guitar and Audale Martin on Keyboards.
Keisha Patterson in rehearsal with the band for the performance
The event is the first of many planned for the location which is the site of the Manley Museum. It was originally the home of Norman and Edna Manley and is now being turned into a museum under the leadership of Ainsley Henriques. Avant Academy of Music will be collaborating with the Manley Museum to help make it a reality through a series of events which will include musical events, films, and lectures.
“Regardless”, The site of the Manley Museum. Originally the home of Norman and Edna Manley.
Avant Academy of Music had to recently give up the property at Westminster Road and is now offering group vocal lessons at Johnny’s Live and providing music education consultation services to individuals and organizations. The proceeds from tonight’s performance will go towards supporting the programs of the Academy.
For those who have already bought tickets and would seek a refund, refunds will be made available at the venue later tonight.
Tickets are available at the Cannonball Cafe locations up to 1:00 pm today. Purchase of tickets can be done at the gate. The price of the tickets is $3,500 each. Refreshments will be on sale.
For more information contact Seretse Small at seretsesmall@avantacademyofmusic.com.