Charlie Wilson became an icon of funk and R&B as co-founder and lead singer of the Gap Band, with hits like “Outstanding” and “You Dropped a Bomb On Me” turning backyard barbecues into instant dance parties for decades. As a solo musician, he’s kept generations of younger artists moving, scoring hits like “Charlie, Last Name Wilson,” collaborating with Snoop Dogg and Pharrell, and picking up a total of 13 Grammy nominations. Any time Uncle Charlie comes around, you know things are gonna get funky.

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Hollywood Bowl

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 41st Birthday Gala of The New York Pops, celebrating the extraordinary contributions of the legendary Clive Davis to the music industry. This special event, titled "The Soundtrack of Our Lives: A Tribute to the Legendary Clive Davis," is set to take place on Monday, April 29, 2024, starting with a 7:00 PM concert at the iconic Carnegie Hall, Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage. The evening will continue with a Dinner Dance at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental New York, offering guests a black-tie optional affair to remember.

Under the baton of Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, The New York Pops will be joined by an impressive lineup of guest artists including Babyface, Shoshana Bean, Busta Rhymes, Deborah Cox, Brandon Victor Dixon, Fantasia Barrino Taylor, Art Garfunkel, Art Garfunkel Jr., Courtney Hadwin, Melissa Manchester, Barry Manilow, John Mellencamp, Ray Parker Jr., Carlos Santana, Valerie Simpson, Patty Smyth, Ruben Studdard, Rob Thomas, Adrienne Warren, Diane Warren, Dionne Warwick, and Avery Wilson. This stellar group of performers will pay tribute to Clive Davis, a five-time Grammy Award winner and a pivotal figure in the music industry, whose pioneering work has significantly shaped the soundtrack of our lives.

Proceeds from the gala will support The New York Pops and its PopsEd music education programs, making your attendance not only a night of unparalleled entertainment but also a contribution to the nurturing of future generations of musicians.

Tickets for the concert are available at carnegiehall.org, through CarnegieCharge at 212-247-7800, or at the Carnegie Hall Box Office located at 57th and Seventh. For those interested in the Dinner Dance and premium concert tickets, which include a tax-deductible donation in support of The New York Pops and our PopsEd programs, please visit The New York Pops website for more information on ticket levels.

For any inquiries regarding the 41st Birthday Gala concert and dinner dance, please reach out to developmentnypops.org or call 212-765-7677. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the monumental career of Clive Davis and enjoy an evening of spectacular music and camaraderie, all in support of a great cause.

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