Event
Unforgettable: Nat and Natalie
Naples Philharmonic Pops
Naples Philharmonic
Stuart Chafetz, conductor
Dee Daniels, vocalist
Denzal Sinclaire, vocalist
Two legendary performers. Father and daughter. Nat and Natalie. Both Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole put their individual stamps on the jazz and pop music of their day and won multiple Grammy Awards along the way. The Naples Philharmonic is joined by guest conductor Stuart Chafetz and award-winning jazz vocalists Dee Daniels and Denzal Sinclaire to present Unforgettable: Nat and Natalie, a celebration of this incredible father/daughter duo whose flexible musical styles and undeniable talent continue to influence the best musicians of today. Including hits like Mona Lisa, The Very Thought of You and Almost Like Being in Love, this program will be absolutely unforgettable.
Indoor and Outdoor Seating Options
Patrons can choose indoor seating in Hayes Hall, or can reserve outdoor seating for the Friday evening performance simulcast in Norris Garden. Tickets for the Norris Garden simulcast are offered online as a Table of Four package, or can be reserved as seats for two by calling patron services at 239-597-1900.
Music and Museum
Unforgettable: Nat and Natalie tickets include same-day admission to The Baker Museum. Museum hours on day of performance: 10am-8pm. In addition, the doors to Hayes Hall will open 60 minutes prior to this performance. Arrive early to enjoy the exhibitions and light fare available at Heidi's Place.
The Naples Philharmonic Pops series is generously endowed by Mike and Anne Armstrong.
Naples Philharmonic
Naples Philharmonic
Founded in 1982, the Naples Philharmonic normally performs over 140 orchestral and chamber concerts, as well as opera and ballet, education, community and special event concerts from September through June each year.
Meet the Musicians
Jack Everly
Principal Pops Conductor Meet Jack
James Ehnes
Artistic Partner Meet James
Radu Paponiu
Associate Conductor Meet Radu
Alvin Ho
Assistant Conductor Meet Alvin
Stuart Chafetz
Stuart Chafetz
Stuart Chafetz is the principal pops conductor of the Columbus Symphony and principal pops conductor of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and Marin Symphony. Chafetz, a conductor celebrated for his dynamic and engaging podium presence, is increasingly in demand with orchestras across the continent and, this season, he will be on the podium in Detroit, Fort Worth, Naples, Buffalo, North Carolina and Seattle. He enjoys a special relationship with The Phoenix Symphony, where he leads multiple programs annually.
Chafetz has had the privilege to work with renowned artists including Leslie Odom, Jr.; En Vogue; Kenny G; David Foster with Katharine McPhee; The O'Jays; Chris Botti; 2CELLOS; Hanson; Rick Springfield; Michael Bolton; Kool & The Gang; Jefferson Starship; America; Little River Band; Brian McKnight; Roberta Flack; George Benson; Richard Chamberlain; The Chieftains; Jennifer Holliday; John Denver; Marvin Hamlisch; Thomas Hampson; Wynonna Judd; Jim Nabors; Randy Newman; Jon Kimura Parker; and Bernadette Peters.
He previously held posts as resident conductor of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and associate conductor of the Louisville Orchestra. As principal timpanist of the Honolulu Symphony for 20 years, Chafetz would also conduct the annual Nutcracker performances with Ballet Hawaii and principals from the American Ballet Theatre. It was during that time that Chafetz led numerous concerts with the Maui Symphony and Pops. He has led numerous Spring Ballet productions at the world-renowned Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.
When not on the podium, Chafetz makes his home near San Francisco, California, with his wife, Ann Krinitsky. Chafetz holds a bachelor’s degree in music performance from the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati and a master’s from the Eastman School of Music.
Program Information
Program Information
View this month's program book to get general information about Artis—Naples and to read articles about this month’s activities. View the program insert* for specific information about this event.
Program Book
Program Insert
* Program inserts will be available online approximately ten days prior to the event.
