Jim Wellen a Wonderful Impresario
Saxophonist Jim Wellen with Rio Clemente

             Come hear wonderful Jim Wellen perform in the center’s ImpresaRIO series!

             On Sept. 8, at 8 p.m., superb saxophonist Wellen will perform with Rio Clemente in the center’s ImpresaRIO series. Wellen and Clemente have played together numerous times as members of various jazz groups. Wellen’s subtle sax playing, with his rich tones and imaginative melodic line, compliments Clement’s own inspired jazz arrangements.

             Wellen has been well on his way to becoming a great sax player since his father first brought home an alto sax when Wellen was only 12-years-old. Wellen learned his lessons well while studying the sax in the Easton-Phillipsburg area. He listened to and imitated great Lehigh Valley players. Wellen eventually surpassed his teachers and went on to play with such noted jazz musicians as Eddie Montero, Johnny Coates, Eric Kloss, Eugene Wright, Bill Haladay, Vic Juris and Vic Cenicola.

             Come hear how well Wellen blends his warm tones and supreme good taste with Clemente’s master musicianship. Joining Wellen and Clemente will be Rick Crane on bass and Russ Moy on drums. There may be other surprise performers joining these jazz greats as well.

             Tickets are only $15 for an ImpresaRIO event that is sure to leave an impression in audience’s minds for a long time to come.  Refreshments are included in the ticket price. Reservations are strongly recommended. Anxious ImpresaRIO aficionados can reserve their seats today by calling the center at: (908)-753-0190.