Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones to Kick Off Summer Friday Fest at the Van Wezel

Detroit native, Doug Deming, now hailing from Florida's Gulf Coast, has garnered widespread attention for his deft guitar work and memorable songwriting with nods from legends in Louisiana swamp and urban Chicago blues. Doug leaves his own mark, whether swingin' on the big jazz box or playing straight-up blues on the solid body Fender guitar. Leading his band, The Jewel Tones, Doug continues to bring noteworthy traditional and original roots music to his audiences.

Bring your blankets or lawn chairs, take in the music along with the beautiful Sarasota sunset and enjoy food and beverage from local vendors. Friday Fest '17 will take place "rain or shine" and, in the event of inclement weather, will be moved indoors to the Grand Foyer or Main Stage of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Outside food and drink are prohibited; coolers and large umbrellas are also prohibited. Entry to the Friday Fest event is Free!

Co-presenting sponsors of Friday Fest are Gettel Automotive Group & Cool Today; the talent sponsor is BNI Business by the Bay. Additional sponsors include: ABC 7, Bright House Networks, 92.1 CTQ, Budweiser, SRQ Media, Van Wezel Foundation, Mattison's Bayside, and the Herald-Tribune Media Group.

For additional information, visit VanWezel.org.

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