February 12, 2025
Motown Group Performing at Edison and Ford Winter Estates
FORT MYERS, Fla. (February 12, 2025) — On Friday, February 28, the Collaboration Band will perform Motown hits on the historic Ford lawn, along the Caloosahatchee River at Edison and Ford Winter Estates. The performance is part of the Rhythm on the River concert series. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 6:30.
The Collaboration Band is a gathering of veteran musicians dedicated to the authentic playing of Soul, R&B and Motown music. Each member brings
Guests attend an outdoor concert along the river at Edison and Ford Winter Estates.
years of experience: Ms. Verceal Whitaker is the former lead vocalist with the Platters; Willie Miller plays drums and provides lead and background vocals; on guitar and vocals, is Steve LaValley; Joshua Townsend provides keyboards and vocals; and Alonzo Smith provides vocals. In addition, there will be three feature artists for this show: Mike Caddy, lead vocalist for the Cleveland Philharmonic; Trez Gregory, former background vocalist for Brooks & Dunn; and Steve E. Geroge, who was inducted into the Iowa Blues Hall of Fame.
“This is music meant to be heard and felt, and when Collaboration plays it, you’re going to feel it,” said Willie Miller.
Guests should bring a lawn chair and a sweater if the weather is chilly. Food trucks will be on site. No coolers or picnic baskets are permitted. Free parking is available in the main Edison Ford parking lot at 2350 McGregor Boulevard.
Individual tickets purchased in advance are $30 for Edison Ford members or $35 for non-members. Individual ticket holders should bring a lawn chair, as seating is not provided. A VIP seating area may be reserved by the table for $275 (for up to 5 people). The VIP ticket includes the use of a table and chairs. Purchase tickets at EdisonFord.org.
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