Jazz Legend Wynton Marsalis to Headline Inaugural 'In Higher Definition Private Performance Series' on Velocity Broadcasting

Jazz Legend Wynton Marsalis to Headline Inaugural 'In Higher Definition Private Performance Series' on Velocity Broadcasting

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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Velocity Broadcasting(TM), the nation's largest private broadcasting network, will initiate a paradigm shift in entertainment programming this fall with "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series(TM)." On October 6 and 7, 2006, guests will gather in the Velocity High-Definition (HD) Suites(TM) in Morton's The Steakhouse private Boardroom locations across the country for the inaugural performance of the series featuring jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, a performance in collaboration with DownBeat Magazine.

"No one else in the nation is offering fans this unique way of enjoying a live concert," noted Marsalis. "Jazz is an expressive, evocative form of music, and with this concept -- combining top quality audio, visual, and dining -- fans will experience a unique and intimate listening session. I'm thrilled to be part of it."

Guests of "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" will gather in Morton's Boardrooms nationwide, home of Velocity's digital theaters, where they will dine on Morton's signature four-course dinner and witness an exclusive, private performance beamed via satellite into the HD Suite. Equipped with digital, high-definition projection systems, 108" screens and 7.2 surround sound with 11 speakers, the HD Suite accommodates up to 40 guests in each location.

"Jazz icon Wynton Marsalis is the perfect ambassador to join us in introducing this groundbreaking concept that will clearly redefine the entertainment medium," said Philip Elias, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Producer of Velocity Broadcasting. "What better combination - Morton's exceptional menu and the finest jazz performed live by a living legend?"

Velocity will televise Marsalis' performance with 16 different cameras to capture every part of the private concert, and at the conclusion of the performance, guests will have the opportunity to ask Marsalis questions via satellite.

"Jazz has always been ahead of the trends in music, so Wynton Marsalis 'In Higher Definition' makes perfect sense," said Kevin Maher, president of DownBeat Magazine. "A trend-setting artist in a trend-setting atmosphere. The Velocity Broadcast experience gives each guest a front-row seat from the comfort of Morton's locations around the nation."

The "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" also marks a new era for Morton's The Steakhouse.

"Morton's, the nation's premier steakhouse is taking our private dining experience to a higher level," reflected Thomas J. Baldwin, chairman, chief executive officer and president of Morton's Restaurant Group. "We are eagerly anticipating the moment when Wynton Marsalis will appear live via satellite in each of our Boardrooms to entertain our guests. Morton's is proud to partner with Velocity Broadcasting on this exciting new venture."

Attendees of the "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series" featuring Wynton Marsalis will be given a limited edition HD-DVD of the concert as part of the performance experience. For tickets and more information on "In Higher Definition Private Performance Series," log onto www.VelocityBoxOffice.com.

Velocity Broadcasting

Velocity Broadcasting, an Elias/Savion company, is the largest private broadcasting network in the country that specializes in delivering powerful, private broadcast programming. Events are powered via satellite to invitation-only audiences in Morton's private Boardrooms, equipped with HD Suites that deliver unprecedented audio and video quality broadcasts in SD- standard or HD-high-definition formats.

Velocity Broadcasting is designed to deliver the future in HD entertainment and precisely targeted business communications. Each event is fully encrypted off Echostar 121. In addition, Velocity's teleconnect services allow viewers to ask real-time questions and present their comments live on the air. Velocity broadcasts originate from Velocity Studios or mobile production facilities anywhere in the world. For more information, visit www.VelocityBroadcasting.com.

Morton's The Steakhouse

Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. is the world's largest owner and operator of company-owned upscale steakhouse restaurants. Morton's Steakhouses have remained true to their founders' original vision of combining generous portions of high quality food prepared to exacting standards with exceptional service in an enjoyable dining environment.

As of June 1, 2006, the company owned and operated 71 Morton's Steakhouses located in 61 cities across 28 states and four international locations (Toronto, Vancouver, Singapore and Hong Kong) and 4 Bertolini's Authentic Trattoria restaurants. For more information, visit www.mortons.com

DownBeat Magazine

DownBeat is the world's preeminent publication for jazz, blues and a wide variety of other great music. On the music scene since 1934, DownBeat delivers an insider's view on the music scene to more than 100 nations around the world each and every month. With award-winning feature articles, expert music reviews and sleek design, DownBeat stands an American original.

Source: Velocity Broadcasting

CONTACT: Joanne Beardslee, joanne.beardslee@elias-savion.com, or Jeff
Donaldson, jeff.donaldson@elias-savion.com, both of Velocity Broadcasting,
+1-412-642-7700

Web site: http://www.velocityboxoffice.com/
http://www.mortons.com/

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