Detailed Pismo Jazz Jubilee Preview

A Salute to the ’90s This June, we celebrated the 75th anniversary of D Day. Those who lived during World War II were touched by it in some way. Everyone was a participant, at home and abroad. This is especially true for our citizens in their 90’s. These men and women participated in and supported the war effort in some way. They were fighting overseas or supporting manufacturing here at home or transporting aircraft around the world or rationing goods or buying war bonds. No matter the task, the war effort was a national priority and we worked in unison. This year, our Jubilee Committee has decided to honor those among us who lived through these perilous times and dedicate our festival to the most senior among us- the nonagenarians (those people in their 90s). We will be featuring our most famous nonagenarians- Chet Jaeger and Pat Yankee, during our “Salute to the 90’s” sets. Please enjoy these sets showcasing some of our best and most experienced performers. In keeping with the World War II theme, we will have two “USO” dances, one on Friday evening starting at 4:40 p.m. and one on
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Rhonda Cardinal is Festival Director of Jubilee by the Sea, an annual event hosted by the Basin Street Regulars in Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande, California. Visit the festival/club website at www.pismojazz.com.

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