With 18 Grammy awards and over eight decades of performance between them, George Benson & Al Jarreau now add performing in China onto their long list of accomplishments. The two jazz legends will be touring together in support of their highly acclaimed 2006 album, Givin’ It Up. Friends and label-mates for over three decades, the album marks the first time the two Gold- and Platinum-selling artists have recorded together (see photo, p65). Benson promises to take his Chinese audience on “a musical adventure.” Tickets can be purchased from www.piao.com.cn or by calling 8418 6500. 8pm. RMB 380-1,280. Beijing Exhibition Theater (6835 4455)

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