Marsalis, Morton's to present "virtual concert"

Trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and Morton's, a nationwide chain of upscale steakhouses, are teaming up this Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7, for "In Higher Definition," a concert presentation featuring Marsalis that will be simulcast via HD audio and video to more than 50 Morton's restaurants across the country, including the St. Louis area location at 7822 Bonhomme in Clayton.

For a cool $250 per person, you get cocktails, wine, a four-course meal and the concert satcast. Of course, the idea of a private satellite telecast is nothing new, having been used for years for everything from boxing matches to rock concerts, but this is the first time I can recall seeing a jazz musician involved in this type of endeavor. If you'd like to attend, you can reserve a place by calling 800-891-2440 or going to www.velocityboxoffice.com.