ANNOUNCEMENT!
The LAKE BREEZE MUSIC FESTIVAL
July 6, 2024 (6pm - 10pm)
SHADOWLAND PAVILION: 101 BROAD STREET, ST. JOSEPH, MICHIGAN 49085
The Lake Breeze Music Festival is Southwest Michigan’s most diverse music festival and the fastest growing festival in the region. It’s your invitation to the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. Nestled in the beautiful communities of Benton Harbor and St. Joseph the music plays to the backdrop of the breath-taking sunsets and the cool breeze. The best of the best awaits you, in the form of diverse talent, delicious food, and the best of Michigan’s wine and spirits.
““The Lake Breeze Music Festival has become the highlight of the year for our clients! The music, the atmosphere and the venue are all top notch. As long as there is Lake Breeze, we will be a sponsor!”
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The 2024 Artists
Gerey Johnson
Most recently as the touring guitarist with Richard Elliot, Rick Braun, and Euge Groove . Gerey has been on the contemporary jazz scene for years as a musician, songwriter, producer and record company executive. You’ve seen him with Boney James, Rick Braun, the Sax Pack, Down to the Bone, George Duke, Warren Hill, Paul Taylor , Eric Darius and many of the other top names in smooth jazz. With credits on over 85 nationally distributed records, you can hear his work on recordings from jazz artists like Richard Elliot, Rick Braun, Brian Culbertson, the "Sax Pack", and "Down To The Bone" to R&B artists such as Janet Jackson, Mary J. Bilge and Lisa Stansfield, to gospel acts such as Yolanda Adams.
Carmen Stokes
Although her smooth piano fingers and dynamic stage persona draws fans, Carmen Stokes has maintained her over 20 years career with a dedication to performance and coaching children and adults of all ages. An Indiana girl arriving on the Chicago scene in the 90’s with her debut, Sexy Feelin’ album, Stokes established herself as an in-demand player in the Chicago area, building on the soulful jazz style of idols like Ramsey Lewis and Joe Sample. Her album Words of Wisdom was heavily influenced by her love for the contemporary stylings of Joe Sample. Over the years, she has earned numerous accolades including the Indiana NAACP Women in Jazz Award and international acclaim for her album Sexy Feelin’.
Marqueal Jordan
A Los Angeles native who spent his teen years in Kansas City, KS, Marqueal has been based in the music-rich city of Chicago since 1995. Moving to the Windy City after earning a Business Administration degree at the University of Kansas, Marqueal began paying dues by playing gigs in every musical style imaginable. In those early years, he earned his reputation as a seasoned and magnetic performer. Marqueal was the front man for the critically acclaimed local original band, Fat Time, and a member of the spin-off band, Starcandy. By the early 2000’s, he was highly in demand to perform with the top musicians and bands in the city.
In 2008, Marqueal met Smooth Jazz star Brian Culbertson. Impressed by his playing and singing, Brian offered Marqueal a spot in his touring band. Over the next 10 years, Marqueal traveled the world with Brian, appeared in two DVDs, and was featured on four albums. The exposure gave him the confidence and desire to become a solo artist.
Become a sponsor
Become a sponsor of Southwest Michigan’s fastest growing music experience and support your community at the same time.
In its third year the Lake Breeze Music Festival has quickly become the premier music event in the region. Attracting music lovers, and patrons both locally and internationally.
Support your community by becoming a sponsor and conveying your company’s support of Michigan’s Great Southwest as a place to live, work, play, and stay! Our festival opens a valuable channel for increased tourism and commerce which benefits the entire region.
Join the wave and become part of the Lake Breeze Family.
The Lake Breeze Music Festival Festival offers sponsorship packages for all interested in participating. Packages include on-site activation opportunities, inclusive branding on collateral materials, online and social media coverage, VIP passes for staff and clients and much more. A sponsorship package can also be customized to the unique needs of your business.
Sponsorship Benefits:
Increase Brand Awareness
Potential New Customer Growth
Community Investment
Sponsorship Levels:
Diamond Sponsorship- $10,000 (1) Taken Already - Sturgis Community Bank
Platinum Sponsorship-$5,000 (4 available)
Gold Sponsorship- $3,500
Silver Sponsorship-$2,500
Bronze Sponsorship-$2,000
Copper Sponsorship-$1,000
Community Sponsorship- $500
Custom Packages Available
In-Kind Sponsorships
Diamond Event Sponsor - $10,000 (1 available)
Premium signage placement at Lake Breeze Music Festival
VIP Tent named for your business
Large logo in premium position for all marketing materials (including website, social media, and print materials)
Opportunity to distribute collateral material
Live acknowledgment as Festival Sponsor(s)
50 passes to the Festival to VIP Tent and 50 reserved seats
Food and Beverage provided at VIP Tent (alcohol, soft drinks and hors d’oeuvres )
Title name of the music festival Presented by Your Business
Platinum Event Sponsor - $5,000 (4 available)
Premium signage placement at Festival stage
Large logo in premium position for all marketing materials (including website, social media, and print materials)
Opportunity to distribute collateral material
Live acknowledgment as Festival Sponsor(s)
15 passes to the Festival to VIP Tent and 15 reserved seats
Access to Food and Beverage provided at VIP Tent
Gold Sponsor - $3,500
Logo included in all marketing (including website, social media, emails, and printed materials)
Opportunity to distribute collateral material
Live acknowledgment as Festival Sponsor at all concert stages
10 passes to the Festival (Reserved Seating)
Silver Sponsor - $2,500
Logo included in all marketing (including website, social media, emails, and printed materials)
Opportunity to distribute collateral material
Live acknowledgment at Festival
8 passes to the Festival
Bronze Sponsor - $2,000
Logo included in all marketing materials (including website, social media, and printed)
Opportunity to distribute collateral material
Live acknowledgment at Festival
6 passes to the Festival
Copper Sponsor - $1,000
Name included in all marketing materials (including website, social media, and printed)
4 passes to the Festival
Community Sponsor - $500
Name printed on all marketing materials (including website, social media)
2 passes to the Festival
Custom Sponsorship Package Available
Customized Sponsorship to meet your company’s need
Ability to maximize your business and engage customer base
In-Kind Donations
Sponsorship will align with sponsorship level based on value of donation
