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2003

Surprise guest Reneé Olstead wows the crowd and wins standing ovation: Making her festival debut, 13-year-old singer Reneé Olstead, a surprise guest, wowed the crowd with her searing rendition of the Etta James classic "At Last," in a standout performance that rocked the house and brought the sell-out crowd of 18,000 fans to its feet.

Legendary stars Al Jarreau and Dave Brubeck perform "Take Five" together to celebrate the Festival's 25th anniversary: Acclaimed vocalist Al Jarreau and the legendary pianist/composer Dave Brubeck (who appeared at the very first Playboy Jazz Festival in Chicago in 1959), performed Brubeck's classic hit "Take Five" together, live onstage, for the first time on a festival stage in celebration of the Festival's 25th Anniversary. Their charismatic performance captivated the audience.

Young vocalist and rising star Lizz Wright ignites the crowd in her debut appearance: In a compelling Festival debut, young vocalist Lizz Wright delivered a stellar performance, capturing the audience with her commanding voice and gospel-infused style, and was a hit with fans and critics alike.

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