Manhattanville University’s “Jazz at Reid Castle” Concert Series Continues with Holiday Jazz Celebration on December 10

– Get ready to celebrate the holiday season on Thursday, December 10 at 7 PM with a Holiday Jazz Celebration featuring Mark Morganelli & The Jazz Forum All-Stars. The performance will put a jazzy spin on festive favorites like “Winter Wonderland,” “Let It Snow,” “White Christmas,” and “Chanukkah, Oh Chanukkah.”
Morganelli, a celebrated trumpeter, producer, and founder of the Jazz Forum in Tarrytown, has performed with many of the world’s leading jazz artists and produced over 60 albums throughout his distinguished career. The December 10 performance will include Mark Morganelli on trumpet and flugelhorn, Eddie Monteiro on digital accordion, Roni Ben-Hur on guitar, and Darrian Douglas on drums, plus special guest vocalist Melissa Stylianou.
The Holiday Jazz Celebration is the fourth and final concert of the inaugural year of Jazz at Reid Castle. The series will continue in 2027 with four new concerts on January 28 (celebrating the music of Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim), April 29 (honoring Duke Ellington), September 23 (featuring the music of Cole Porter), and December 9 (annual holiday jazz celebration).
Tickets for the Holiday Jazz Celebration start at $35 (advance ticket price) for General Admission. Advance purchase is recommended; a limited number of single-show tickets will be available at the door for $40. Concertgoers can also purchase premium packages, which include a private cocktail table, bottle of Champagne, charcuterie board, and a post-show private meet-and-greet. Tickets are expected to sell quickly due to the limited capacity of the venue.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://mville.edu/jazzatreidcastle.
Reid Castle: An Iconic Venue Rooted in History
Designed by the renowned architect Stanford White, Reid Castle’s history of hosting events began with the marriage of New York Tribune owner Whitelaw Reid and his wife, Elizabeth. In 1888, the pair envisioned transforming their country home into the legendary architectural and landscaping landmark it remains today. Reid Castle features a marbled reception hall and grand rooms inspired by French châteaux, evoking the timeless sophistication of the Gilded Age. Surrounding the castle are grounds designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the mastermind behind New York City’s Central Park.
About Manhattanville University
Manhattanville University (formerly Manhattanville College) is a private liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, purposeful education, and social responsibility. U.S. News & World Report ranks Manhattanville among the Top Performers of Social Mobility in Regional Universities North. Located 30 miles from New York City on a 100-acre suburban campus in the heart of Westchester County, Manhattanville enables easy access to entertainment offerings, educational resources, and business opportunities for its diverse student body. Founded in 1841, the university offers more than 75 undergraduate and graduate areas of study. For more information, visit mville.edu.
About the Artist: Mark Morganelli
Mark Morganelli is a renowned jazz trumpeter, flugelhornist, promoter, and educator who is the foundation of Jazz Forum Arts. A prolific musician, Morganelli has recorded six albums, including his most recent works For Miles and Brasil!. Over his career, he has performed with jazz giants such as Dizzy Gillespie, James Moody, and Ron Carter. Morganelli established the Jazz Forum club in Tarrytown, NY, in 2017, which presents live music weekly and has been named one of the top jazz venues in the world by DownBeat Magazine.