Dearly Beloved - The Music of Prince Reimagined Tickets

Dearly Beloved – The Music of Prince Reimagined brings a fresh, soulful take on Prince’s iconic catalog. Spearheaded by GRAMMY-winning bassist Ben Williams, the project blends jazz, funk, soul, and R&B with evocative visuals and narrative elements, honoring Prince’s enduring influence while delivering a new, intimate concert experience. Special guests have included Ryan Shaw, Sy Smith, and YahZarah, adding their unmistakable voices to this tribute by arrangements that respect the original while reimagining it for contemporary audiences.

Ben Williams is a renowned figure in modern jazz, recognized as a Thelonious Monk International Jazz Bass Competition winner (2009) and a Grammy-winner for Best Jazz Instrumental Album with Pat Metheny Unity Band (2013). His work spans his solo projects and Butterfly Black collaborations, notably I Am A Man, Between Church & State, and BLACKPOP with Syndee Winters. Dearly Beloved channels his artistry into Prince’s songbook, delivering dynamic performances that appeal to both long-time fans and new listeners.

Touring in 2025 brings Dearly Beloved to Newport News, VA, and Toledo, OH, offering fans in these cities a chance to experience Prince’s music reimagined through a contemporary jazz-funk-soul lens.

Upcoming shows in 2025 include Newport News, Virginia at Ferguson Center for the Arts on March 7, and Toledo, Ohio at the Toledo Museum of Art – Peristyle on June 19. Both performances promise a carefully curated setlist, narrative framing, and top-tier musicianship that captures the energy and emotion of Prince’s catalog. For fans near these cities, secure your seats through Gold Coast Tickets and enjoy a seamless, no-fuss ticket buying experience—because you’ve got a guy in your corner.

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