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Music for Patrick's inaugural to range from Yo Yo Ma to the Platters
By Globe Staff
Organizers of Governor-elect Deval Patrick's inauguration announced today that more than 40 musical performers will play at festivities next week, including vocalist Patti Austin; Puerto Rican percussionist Eguie Castrillo and his 18-piece "Mambo King" Orchestra; Jazz saxophonist Walter Beasley; renowned cellist Yo Yo Ma; and Herb Reed & the Platters
Austin, the "Mambo King" Orchestra, and the Platters are just a few of the 20 acts scheduled to perform at the inaugural gala at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Local performers at other events include the Berkshire Children's Chorus, the Milton Academy Jazz Ensemble, and the Young Opera Company of New England.
"This inauguration is about celebrating Massachusetts' historic traditions and creating new ones," said Beverly Morgan-Welch, an inaugural organizer, in a statement. "I would like to thank all the artists and performers who have agreed to perform at inaugural events-Massachusetts has a broad arts and culture community and we are pleased to be able to celebrate the talents of a diverse collection of individuals and groups."
Tickets cost $50 for the Boston gala and $25 for the regional celebrations. For more details, go to the website www.jan4th.org
To read the full list of acts and biographies of some of the performers, click here.
