Live Auction
Saturday, March 28
DoubleTree by Hilton Reading
Registration: 9:00AM
Auction: 9:30AM
To register in advance, contact John Ernesto at johnernesto@comcast.net
Auction Items
Signature Cruise Experiences: Journey of Jazz Cruise Package
(January 24-31, 2027)
Top bidder receives a Veranda stateroom for two (2) for the sailing of the Journey of Jazz cruise set for January 24-31, 2027, on the Celebrity Summit -- departing from Tampa Bay, Fla., with an overnight stay and excursions in New Orleans – and a stop in Progresso, Mexico, before returning to Tampa Bay.
Gregory Porter and Marcus Miller are hosts for the Journey of Jazz cruise, with jazz legend Wynton Marsalis hosting and performing during the New Orleans stay that also features performances by the Rebirth Brass Band and other artists.
Other week-long performers on the cruise are Ledisi, Cyrille Aimee, Sullivan Fortner, Sean Jones, Wycliffe Gordon, Edmar Castaneda, Herlin Riley, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Gregoire Maret, Taylor Eigsti, Harold Lopez-Nussa, Gerald Clayton, musical director Eric Marienthal and comedian Alonzo Bodden.
The winning bidder will be part of the special Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest Journey of Jazz group hosted by Gerald Veasley on the cruise.
For more info: www.journeyofjazz.com/
Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival VIP Package
(October 15-18, 2026)
Top bidder receives two front-row A seats for five major concerts during the 2026 Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival along the beach in Delaware.
Thursday, Oct. 15, 7:00 p.m.: Kick-Off Concert featuring Peter White and Vincent Ingala @ Rehoboth Beach Convention Center
Friday, Oct. 16, 8:00 p.m.: Boney James @ Rehoboth Beach Convention Center
Saturday, Oct. 17, 12:30 p.m.: Gerald Albright and Keiko Matsui & The Eboni Strings @ Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.
Saturday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m.: Rehoboth Beach All Stars featuring Brian Simpson, Regina Belle, Keiko Matsui, Marion Meadows, Paul Taylor, Alex Harris, and Jessy J @ Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.
Sunday, Oct. 18, 3:30 p.m.: 37th Anniversary Grand Jam featuring Brian Simpson, Marcus Anderson, Alex Bugnon, Keiko Matsui, Marion Meadows, Ragan Whiteside, Nicholas Cole, Diego Figueriredo, Stanley Jordan, Jeff Kashiwa, Michael Lington, Alex Harris, Jessy J.
For more info: www.rehobothjazz.com
Rick Braun’s New Year's Eve 2026 in Orlando, Fla.
(December 30-31, 2026)
Top bidder and guest will spend New Year's Eve holiday in Orlando, Fla., with Rick Braun Damien Escobar, Richard Ellliot, Peter White, Rebecca Jade, Andrea Lisa, Chris Walker, and Michael Paulo.
The package includes two evenings of concerts, special soundcheck experience with Rick Braun, hotel accommodations at the luxurious Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando resort, plated dinner and dancing on New Year’s Eve – plus, optional 18-hole golf tournament at the Shingle Creek Golf Club designed by the Arnold Palmer Design Company.
For more info: www.floridasmoothjazz.com/rick-brauns-nye-26
Mindi Abair’s “I Can’t Wait for Christmas” Holiday Concert Package (December 5, 2026)
Top bidder will receive two front-row tickets for the annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest holiday concert featuring Mindi Abair, Rebecca Jade, and Andrea Lisa set for Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, 7:00 p.m., at the Miller Center for the Arts.
Plus hotel accommodations and dinner at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading, plus backstage passes to meet and get photos with Mindi, Rebecca, and Andrea.
For more info: www.mindiabair.com
VIP Front-Row Package for 2027 Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest
Top bidder will get to choose front-row tickets for 10 major concerts scheduled during the 36th annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest set for April 1-11, 2027.
Your chance to experience your favorite 10 concerts from the front row!
For more info: www.berksjazzfest.com
Gerald Veasley’s Unscripted Jazz Series at SOUTH Package
The top bidder will receive two (2) VIP tickets to the following concerts scheduled at the SOUTH Restaurant and Jazz Parlor in Philadelphia.
April 23: Selina Albright
June 18 or 19: Jackiem Joyner
August 6 or 7: Brian Simpson
Nov. 5, 6 or 7: Kim Waters
Package includes front-row seats to Gerald Veasley Unscripted Jams on Friday, April 2, and Saturday, April 3, 2027 during 36th annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, and an Ibanez guitar bass.
Gerald and Roxanne Veasley curate the weekly Unscripted Jazz Series at SOUTH, where fans can experience the best in jazz in the intimate club.
For more info: www.geraldveasley.com and www.southjazzkitchen.com/
Gerald Veasley's Jazz Under the Stars
at The Mann Center VIP Package (September 30, 2026)
The top bidder will receive two (2) VIP tickets to the Gerald Veasley’s Under the Stars Concert Series at The Mann Center for the Performing Arts located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia.
Bidder will enjoy an amazing performance -- Romance Language featuring Kirk Whalum, Kevin Whalum & Gerald Veasley Band (Coltrane Centennial Event)
The “Jazz Under the Stars”/Downstage @ The Mann concerts will be held on the Presser Foundation Stage in the TD Pavilion for an unique, up-close performance experience.
For more ingo: www.highmarkmann.org/downstage and www.geraldveasley.com
9th Annual Reading Blues Fest VIP All-Inclusive Weekend Package
Top bidder receives an special package to the 9th annual Reading Blues fest scheduled for Nov. 20-22 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading.
Package includes: 2 tickets to all Reading Blues Fest events with VIP Preferred Seating; 2-night accommodations at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading with free parking, dinner in Cheers on Saturday, plus, free breakfast Saturday / Sunday Blues Brunch; and two (2) Reading Blues Fest souvenir t-shirts.
For more info: www.readingbluesfest.com
Exit Zero Jazz Festival Fall Getaway VIP Package in Cape May, N.J.
(May 15-17, 2026)
Top bidder will receive two (2) VIP All-Event Passes with guaranteed floor seating in VIP PASS designated section for all performances in Cape May Convention Hall.
Winning bidder will enjoy a jazz-filled spring getaway to Cape May, N.J., to see some of the biggest names in jazz perform live in concert. The lineup features Jose James, Ravi Coltrane, Orin Evans, Carmen Lundy, Edgardo Cintron, Davina & The Vagabonds, Jeremy Pelt, Sarh Hanahan, Miles Electric Band,
VIP Passes provide access to the VIP Lounge in Cape May Convention Hall for complimentary water, coffee, tea, fruit, grab & go snacks.
VIP Passes also provide winning bidder first-come, first-served entry to all Exit Zero Jazz Festival club events.
For more info: www.exitzerojazzfestival.com
Atlantic City Jazz Festival VIP Package ( September 11-12, 2026)
Brian Culbertson’s Napa Valley Jazz Getaway Package
(June 10-13, 2026)
Top bidder receives four tickets to Thursday and Friday events during 13th annual event at The Westin & Meritage Resort in the beautiful Napa Valley.
Brian’s package includes:
Four tickets to June 11 concerts featuring Jonathan Butler and Brian Culbertson with Marcus Miller.
Four tickets June 12 concerts featuring Will Downing and The Ohio Players.
Package does not include hotel, but you will have access to special room block to make a reservation at The Westin or The Meritage Resort– while supplies last.
Spend two amazing days in Napa Valley enjoying great music and having fun with Brian Culbertson!
For more info: www.jazzgetaway.com
Barry Manilow: The Last Reading Concert Tickets
Top bidder will win two (2) tickets to see music legend Barry Manilow live at the Santander Arena in Reading on Friday, April 17, at 7:00 p.m.
With a career spanning more than five decades, Barry Manilow has become one of the most celebrated entertainers in history.
For more info: www.santander-arena.com/events/detail/barry-manilow
Top bidder receives two (2) VIP tickets to 7th annual AC Jazz Fest at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s Sound Waves Theatre.
Package includes one-night accommodations at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Two (2) tickets Friday, Sept. 11 schedule featuring Kirk Whalum, Marion Meadows, Alex Bugnon, Jeanette Harris and Tom Browne.
Two (2) tickets to Sept. 12 schedule featuring Norman Brown, Maysa, Jeff Bradshaw.
Shows hosted by Patti Jackson of WDAS.
For more info: www.theatlanticcityjazzfest.com/
the art of jazz auction items
The Art of Jazz artwork participating in the Berks Jazz Fest auction.
*Currently at the GoggleWorks from February 18 - March 18, 2026.
Please visit the exhibit at the Schmidt Gallery, 201 Washington Street, Reading, PA 19601 on the 2nd floor.
