SGT Steve Entertainment announces its first Spokane Big Band show on November 25, 2022 at the Bing Crosby Theater. SGT Steve's "It's Officially Christmas!!" aims to be the first musical kick-off to the Christmas season each year in Spokane. "I've always loved bringing people together." says Sergeant First Class Steve Friel, who is also Professor of Saxophone at Eastern Washington University. "I thought this would be a perfect way to feature my composer and musician friends as well as give to causes that support veterans which is an area near to my heart." The evening festivities will feature Friel's very own big band made of local musicians. It will also showcase fellow EWU professor and vocalist Kristina Ploeger, as well some original takes on well known holiday songs by local and national composers.

In addition to the "official kick-off of the Christmas season in Spokane", Friel's annual event will raise funds for various veterans organizations. Sales from merchandise that evening and online before and after the event will also help contribute to the effort.

Join us for an all ages evening of great Big Band music to help kick-off the holiday season here in Spokane! SGT Steve's "It's Officially Christmas!!" on November 25, 2022 at the Bing Crosby Theater (901 W Sprague Ave). Showtime is 8:00pm; doors open at 7:00pm; all ages welcome. Tickets available at www.Ticketswest.com with more information on the show at www.SgtSteveBigBand.com. Contact Matt Henson, Event Promoter, at (509) 847-4543.

About SFC Steve Friel

Steve Friel is an American jazz saxophonist and woodwind specialist. Having completed his Masters and Doctorate at the University of North Texas, Dr. Friel has performed with Natalie Cole, Bob Reynolds and Michael Waldrop as well as for four U.S. Presidents. Since 2014, Dr. Friel has performed in nearly every Broadway musical that has toured through Spokane and has frequently been asked to travel to teach and perform for audiences around the world. Learn more at www .sgtstevebigband.com.