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THE PREFERRED
PATRON PROGRAM
is available once again. These passes
enable you to see six shows in six
months with priority seating at a sub-
stantial discount. For information call
Ko Jenkins in Telemarketing at .. .
8611011
GROUP SALES PROGRAM
Have a party with friends or associates
while attending the event of your
choice. By purchasing your tickets in
groups, not only can there be an inti-
mate atmosphere for you and your
guests, but also an array of different
amenities become available to
enhance that special evening.
PRIVATE PARTIES
Did you know-HOUSTON'S PRE-
MIERE SHOWCASE NIGHTCLUB-is
available for variety of functions (pri-
vate, corporate, convention, debu-
tante balls, receptions, etc.)
For information call the Rockefeller's
office at 86118925ARTIST BI
All acts are subject to change. Pleases call the box office.
MAY 1 FLORA PURIM & AIRTO
FLORA is one of the most innovative voices injazz today The unusual delectable blend of jazz with Brazilian music is her specialty along
with her husband AIRTO MOREIRA who is considered one of the world's greatest percussionist. They boast a crack, limber group of
sidemen. True greats on the glbaljazz circuits!!
MAY 2 MARSHALL TUCKER BAND
One of rock's most successful and enduring groups, Marshal Tucker will play the smallest venue on their US Touw Original co-founding
members, lead vocalist Doug Grey and multi-instrumentalist Jerry Eubanks "Take the Highway" and play the hits from their 14 album
career
MAY 7 COUNT BASIE ORCHESTRA
Count Basie is no longer with us, but his orchestra lives on under the spirited and musical direction of Frank Foster, the saxophonist,
composer/arrangerandBasie alumnus. Like its illustriouspredecessors, the ensemble combines top-flight musicianship with careful
attention to the fine points ofjazz tradition.
MAY8 DAVID LINDLEY
David Lindley and El Rayo-X with special guest Mamu, a cajun-rock trio that was recently featured on MTV'S The Cutting Edge. David
Lindley is best known for his work as Jackson Browne's sideman and is often compared to fellow multi-instrumentalist Ry Cooder in talent
and also because he rarely tours. Besides helping to shape Jackson Browne's bittersweet sound, he has played on records by Rod Stewart,
James Taylor, David Crosby Graham Nash and others.
MAY 16 RAY PRICE
One of the greatest voices in the world sings C&W and Texas Swing the way it was meant to be. With over 40 albums to his name, twelve
of them gold records, including "Crazy Arms", "City Light", and "Release Me". He may perform in a tuxedo, but with his boots on!
MAY22-23 FATSDOMINO
Recently inducted into the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame, and with 65 million record sales to his credit, New Orlean's singer and pianist Fats
Domino outsold every Fifies rock 'n roll pioneer except Elvis Presley He is a master of classic New Orleans R&B and has collected 23 gold
singles including "Blueberry Hill", "Whole Lot'ta Loving" and "Walking to New Orleans".
MAY 24 CS ANGELS
Island recording artist, CS Angels were named the Comsat Angels before the government made them change it. Their new album, on which
Robert Palmer is executive producer, demonstrates the intelligence, wit, and melodic sense that has become their trademark. From
MELODY MAKER to NEW MUSICAL EXPRESS, the critics rave about this band.
MAY 26 SALLY MOORE
Making her first Houston appearance and a favorite in the Dallas area, Sally Moore has the "no holds barred" vocal style of Aretha
Franklin and Chaka Kahn. Don't miss this sultry "torch" singer and sizzling blues performer.
MAY27 THEROCHES
The three member vocal based musical group from the heart of New York City bring their new wave folk music to Rockefeller's. The
eccentric Roches are a long time favorite of Rockefeller's fans and the requests for this show come in every month.
MAY 29 LITTLE JOE YLA FAMILIA
The widely acknowledged and critically acclaimed King of Tejano music, a unique blend of traditional Mexican music incorporating
elements of contemporary music likejazz and country Currently producing some of the hippest music in America, along with Los Lobos,
Little Joe has been a performer of 25 years. Mainstream success is not far off as he has signed a new record deal with the international
division of CBS.
MAY 31 BILL TILLMAN
This multi-talented Houstonian has toured with Bo Diddley Chuck Berry and The Coasters. He has also arranged music for Roy Orbison
and served as musical director for Gladys Knight and the Pips. He toured the world five times with Blood, Sweat, 'N Tears.aQn
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