Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder's only Australian performance at Sandalford Estate Margaret River Labour Day long weekend, Friday March 2, 2012. A genuine musical superstar. Few have influenced the face of popular music like Stevie Wonder.

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American singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Stevie Wonder, is one of the most celebrated and prominent figures in popular music. To date he has amassed an astounding 49 Top 40 singles, 32 #1 singles, and worldwide album sales totaling more than 100 million units.

At the age of 13, Stevie was the youngest recording artist to have achieved a #1 single with "Fingertips, Part 2” from his 1963 album, Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius, which also reached #1 status. Subsequent Top 10 singles included "I Was Made to Love Her;" "For Once in My Life;" and "Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours." Released in the fall of 1972, the album, Talking Book, featured the #1 hits "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" and "Superstition" -- one of the most famous examples of the sound of the clavinet.

The groundbreaking double album, Songs in the Key of Life, was released in 1976, and remains one of the most recognizable and accomplished albums in pop music history. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts, and among the #1 singles, was “Sir Duke,” a song dedicated to jazz great, Duke Ellington. The album stayed at #1 for 14 weeks.

With soaring album sales, high-profile collaborations, charity participation, political impact, and television appearances, Wonder has reached an unparalleled level of fame. His Platinum album, Hotter than July, released in 1980, included "Happy Birthday" which became the rallying song of Stevie’s efforts, that helped make Martin Luther King’s birthday a national holiday. He has won an incredible 25 Grammy Awards, the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and received a Golden Globe and an Academy Award in 1984, for the song, “I just Called To Say I Love You” from the movie, The Woman In Red.

In 1999, Stevie became the youngest recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the NAACP Hall of Fame, and the Apollo theater Hall of Fame. Wonder has received Lifetime Achievement Awards from BET, the Thelonious Monk Institute and the National Civil Rights Museum, just to name a few. In 2010, Stevie was named into France’s prestigious National Order of Arts and Letters--an impressive addition to his list of other high profile honors.

A multi-instrumentalist, Stevie plays the piano, keyboards, various synthesizers, harmonica, drums, percussion, and had a significant role in bringing synthesizers to the forefront of popular music. He used new texture and sounds, and encouraged Ray Kurzweil to create a synthesizer that would allow one to play orchestral sounds polyphonically.

Wonder has consistently performed at major events over the years including the Closing Ceremonies at the 1996 Summer Olympics, Halftime at Super Bowl XXXII, and the Lincoln Memorial Celebration in honor of the Inauguration of President Barack Obama. In February, 2009, Stevie was named the recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, and he performed his Library of Congress musical commission, “Sketches Of A Life;” he joins a very select group of eminent composers who have received Library commissions, ranging from Aaron Copeland and Leonard Bernstein to Paquito D’Rivera.

As a live performance tour de force, Stevie continues to astound audiences around the world. In 2007 he embarked on his first U.S. concert tour in over ten years, dedicated to his mother, which garnered rave reviews. In testament to the unimpeachable legacy of this international music icon, in 2010, a special release CD, Love Harmony & Eternity debuted at #1 on Japan’s International chart and Stevie shattered all records for the Olympic Park Arena in Seoul, Korea, selling out in under 30 minutes.

While Stevie Wonder's songs are unequivocally classic and his influence timeless, equally laudable are his humanitarian efforts, philanthropic leadership, and generosity of spirit. His participation in the original, all-star charity single for African famine relief, "We Are the World" became a music industry milestone, and his involvement to put an end to apartheid in South Africa is legendary. Wonder's philanthropic contributions have been recognized with awards including the President's Committee on Employment of Handicapped People, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the Children's Diabetes Foundation and the American Association of People With Disabilities. For over 15 years Stevie has provided toys and gifts to young and old with his annual House Full of Toys Benefit Concert.

In recognition of his support for civil and human rights issues, Wonder was designated as a United Nations Messenger of Peace, with a special focus on people with disabilities in 2009. President Barack Obama, when asked in a Rolling Stone interview to name his musical heroes, responded with: "If I had one, it would have to be Stevie Wonder. When I was just at that point where you start getting involved in music, Stevie Wonder had that run with Music of My Mind, Talking Book, Fulfillingness' First Finale and Innervisions, and then Songs in the Key of Life. Those are as brilliant a set of five albums as we've ever seen."

Presented by Dainty Group and Zaccaria, Summer Live brings some of the music world’s premier performing artists to unique outdoor winery settings - the finest music, wine, food and atmosphere amid lush, sprawling estates, replete with rows of grape vines and unending vistas.

Don’t miss a once-only opportunity on March 2 to see Stevie Wonder, under the stars!

In addition to General Admission ($139.90**), Silver Reserved Seats ($199.90**), Gold Reserved Seats ($249.90) there is also a VIP option available ($599**) option available. Details of the VIP package available is as follows:

VIP PACKAGE OPTIONS

VIP package includes the following offerings:

Ticket holders will enjoy the evening's performance from VIP Reserved Seating*;
After arriving through a priority VIP entry to the venue through a dedicated entrance, indulge in a mouth watering selection of canape and cocktail food in a dedicated function area for 2 hours prior to the show;
Enjoy beverages including Sandalford's award-winning Margaret River Range wines, sparkling whites, premium beer and soft drink; and
Finish off the evening at an exclusive post show function including wine, petit fours, chocolates, coffee and tea;
VIP Parking provided; and
DRESS: Stylish.

(*Best available seat is allocated at the time of purchase)

*Best available seat is allocated at time of purchase
**Plus a fee for credit card charges, booking and handling fee per transaction

Click here to view Seating Plan

To order tickets follow the following link through
to the Ticketek website as follows:
http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=STEVIEWO12

TRANSPORT TO/FROM SANDALFORD ESTATE, MARGARET RIVER

All coach transport can be pre booked through Gannaways Charters and Tours. We strongly suggest that you organise travel arrangements through Gannaways early to avoid disappointment. Please note Gannaways Charters and Tours will only accept pre bookings.

PH: 08 97523036 www.gannawayscharterservice.com.au | http://www.gannawayscharterservice.com.au/pages/time-table.html

GETTING INTO SANDALFORD ESTATE, MARGARET RIVER (PARKING ARRANGEMENTS FOR GENERAL ADMISSION, RESERVED, PRIORITY STANDING AND VIP TICKETHOLDERS)

Visit http://www.sandalford.com/images/stories/Concerts/cold-chisel/cold-chisel-concert-map.pdf to download a map or otherwise refer to the attached.

Access to and Parking Arrangements (all ticketholders) at Sandalford Estate, Margaret River

There are 2 main roads into the property:
1) Metricup Road; and
2) Caves Road

Off Metricup Road there are 3 entries into the Estate:

A.	All VIP ticket holders need to access the dedicated VIP entrance road by travelling east to west along Metricup Road (we recommend guests enter Metricup Road from Bussell Highway)– the VIP entrance is the first entry road as marked (on the left) into the Estate;

B.	All General Admission, Reserved Seat and Priority Standing ticketholders travelling by bus and or car directly from Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Busselton andDunsborough are recommended to also travel east to west along Metricup Road (we again recommend guests enter Metricup Road from the BussellHighway) – the entrance for these persons is second entry road as marked (on the left) into the Estate; and

C.	All General Admission, Reserved Seat and Priority Standing ticketholders travelling by car from Yalingyup or anywhere north of the Estate should enter Metricup Road Caves Road (turn left off Caves in Metricup) and then travel west to east along Metricup before turning right into the Estate at the entrance to the Estate lying immediately adjacent to the boundary with Evans & Tate.

Off Caves Road there is 1 entrance into the Estate:

D.	All General Admission, Reserved Seat and Priority Standing holders travelling by car from Margaret River or anywhere south of the Estate should travel south to north along Caves Road before turning right into the clearly marked entrance into the Estate.

REALLY IMPORTANT: IF YOU ARE DRIVING, PLEASE ALLOW ENOUGH TIME TO GET TO THE VENUE AND PARK YOU CAR - EXPECT DELAYS OF BETWEEN 50-60 MINUTES BOTH IN GETTING INTO THE ESTATE BEFORE THE CONCERT AND THEN OUT AGAIN AFTER THE SHOW.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTERING SANDALFORD ESTATE, MARGARET RIVER

PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BREACH THESE GUIDELINES AS PERMISSION WILL BE REFUSED

On arrival : If you arrive intoxicated you will be refused access. Please don't pre-load and spoil your day.

Antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Any person who behaves in this manner will be removed or handed to the Police. We will not allow the Concert to be spoilt by a minority.

Security
Prior to the ticket gate entry we are required to execute a full search of your accompanying bags, to ensure you are not in possession of Alcohol or other illegal items. Should these items be in your possession you may be refused access;

For Commercial vehicles it is a requirement of the driver/operator to ensure that there are no alcoholic beverages in the vehicle when entering Sandalford Estate. A breach of this rule may result in denied access; and

The carpark and areas outside the concert green at Sandalford Estate will have an enforced liquor ban in place on the day of the concert. This simply means that it is a legal offence for Alcohol to be consumed or carried on Sandalford Estate during these times.

Alcohol
It should be noted that once you are ticketed onto our Estate you will have access to an expanded and extensive network of Food and Beverage outlets. We are in the business of delivering a pleasurable experience and do not intend to have this spoilt by long lines of guests waiting for service.

Strictly no BYO alcohol and no glass can be brought into nor taken from the venue. This is a fully licensed event with full bar service available. Patrons must observe and adhere to the local licensing laws and responsible service of alcohol practices.

Anti Social Behaviour
Management reserves the right to refuse admission or to eject a ticket holder for behaviour likely to cause damage, injury, nuisance or annoyance or for failure to comply with reasonable requests. Intoxication, aggressive or anti-social behaviour is unacceptable and will result in ejection from the venue. Antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Any person who behaves in this manner will be removed or handed to the Police. We will not allow the Concert to be spoilt by a minority.

No Glass allowed
No glass - this includes wine glasses, jars, or any other containers or items made of glass. Although bottles of wine will be sold inside the venue you may not bring any glass object in.

Furniture
All types of Umbrellas are strictly forbidden inside the concert arena. Reasonable outdoor furniture is however permitted (no tents). Low/sand chairs are recommended (high back chairs will be placed at the rear of the venue), picnic rug, and cushion seating Please consider other concertgoer's comfort and viewing pleasure (Reserved seat ticketholders have a pre-allocated seat ready for them).

Cameras and Recording Devices
Recording of stage performances using audio, video or photographic equipment is not permitted.

Point and shoot cameras are permitted but professional-standard cameras and video cameras are not. Unauthorized or prohibited photography may result in images being deleted by security staff. Media and professional photographers must arrange accreditation prior to the event.

We can’t judge beforehand if your camera will be deemed professional. It’s up to security staff on the day, and debate will not be entered into. The best option is to leave SLR cameras at home and bring a 'point and shoot' camera instead. Generally, cameras with powerful zoom lenses or multiple lenses in a carry case are not allowed.

Metal Cutlery
All types of metal cutlery is strictly forbidden to be brought into the concert venue. You can of course can bring plastic cutlery (same as used on the airlines).

Smoking
THIS IS A SMOKE FREE EVENT. Limited designated smoking areas will be available however smoking is not permitted in any other area other than the designated areas.

Weather
Please note we play rain or shine. You may bring wet weather protection such as ponchos and raincoats however umbrellas are not permitted.

If it rains, the show will go on. The show will only be abandoned if conditions are deemed dangerous. Refunds will only be available at the point of purchase, if a show is abandoned or cancelled. The decision to cancel a show will be made on show day. In the event of inclement weather patrons should check www.sandalford.com or http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sandalford-Wines/81496464394 BEFORE departing for the show for messages regarding traffic, parking or wet weather arrangements.

Dancing
We encourage you to dance immediately in front of your seat and have a great time but please, please, please respect your fellow patrons sitting behind you or near you. There is strictly no dancing or viewing the concert in the aisles. Typically at many concerts held at Sandalford Estate the shows are extremely energetic, and the entertainers often encourage patrons to get on their feet and have a good time. It’s not to say that everyone will, however we like to make patrons aware that this may happen. That notwithstanding we say again that guests are urged to consider their fellow patrons, and definitely not dance on seats, or in aisles.

Other

During an Event, patrons must remain on designated pathways and follow official directions by Venue staff and security.
Management reserves the right to refuse admission or to eject a ticket holder for behaviour likely to cause damage, injury, nuisance or annoyance or for failure to comply with reasonable requests. Intoxication, aggressive or anti-social behaviour is unacceptable and will result in ejection from the Venue. Those ejected from the Venue will not be re-admitted to the Event and tickets will not be refunded.
Trespassers and anyone assisting trespassers will be evicted from the Venue.
Passouts are not available
Space is limited on the green. You will be directed by security and event staff to condense your setup if it is deemed excessive.
Warning: The Venue is an outdoor venue and whilst all care has been taken to make the Venue safe, the Venue may contain dangerous and uneven surfaces. Patrons should exercise all care and caution when entering or on the Venue premises.
In the Event of an emergency situation or evacuation, you must follow all official directions by Venue staff & security.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Promoter and the Venue accepts no responsibility for loss, injury or damages however caused by the patron attending the Event or by entering or being on the Venue premise whether caused by the negligence of the Promoter or Venue or otherwise.
At the time of booking you also consent to the Ticketek terms & conditions of purchase.
Tickets cannot be refunded or re-sold and lost tickets cannot be replaced. Defaced tickets will not be accepted. Once you receive your ticket, it is solely your responsibility. While obviously we sympathize if you lose your ticket, we are unable to reissue. Even if we have a record of your purchase, we cannot be certain that other less scrupulous members of the public will not use the ticket. Please treat your ticket like cash - they are irreplaceable.
Occasionally changes to the line up or program times occur that are out of the Promoters control. The Promoter reserves the right to change the lineup and/or the date of the event without prior notification. In the event of change of the date or lineup, refunds will not be available.
The Promoter and the Venue accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or damages sustained entering or within the Venue whether caused by the negligence of the Promoter or Venue or otherwise.
You enter the event at your own risk.

We are very excited this once in a lifetime concert experience is going to take place at Sandalford Estate, Margaret River,. We and our Promoter Partners at Dainty Group and Zaccaria Events, really look forward to welcoming fans for an absolutely magical and truly, truly once in a life time concert experience at the incredibly beautiful and spectacular Sandalford Estate, Margaret River. Tickets are expected to sell quickly so don't delay ordering them. If you need further information please contact Elinor Birch (Event Manager) on 9374 9302 or email elinorb@sandalford.com.

Warm Regards,

Grant Brinklow

Chief Executive Officer
Sandalford Wines
3210 West Swan Road, Caversham
Perth, Western Australia, 6055
grant@sandalford.com
Ph: 08 9374 9374