A sneak preview of some
of our lots
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| Norah Jones
Tickets & Backstage Passes |
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Norah Jones, the winner of the 2003's
Grammy for “Best New Artist”, achieved
overnight success for “Come Away With
Me”, her first album and her recording
industry debut. She creates a versatile
sound with her music, which combines
an interesting mix of jazz and pop,
blended with her sultry voice, that
can be enjoyed by everyone. As a virtual
unknown, Norah Jones went on to sweep
the 45th Annual Grammy Awards, winning
every award she was nominated for,
an unbelievable eight Grammies. “Come
Away With Me” bolted her to superstar
status, and her recent 2004 recording
“Feels Like Home” cemented it.
See this piano-playing, jazz sensation
live and in concert, and enjoy her
unique brand of music. You will receive
four tickets to see Norah Jones’s
2004 tour in North America and an
amazing meet and greet session with
the top selling artist herself. This
a rare, once in a lifetime opportunity
to meet a Grammy Award winning artist,
and discuss her music. Come see Norah
Jones in concert and find out what
makes her music so timeless. We are
thrilled to be able to offer this
rare opportunity to both attend a
fabulous concert and meet with the
artist herself backstage- all at the
location on her tour that is most
convenient for you!
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| Signed
Anna Kournikova Tennis Dress |
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The Russian blond bombshell, Anna
Kournikova is as well known for her
striking beauty as her undeniable
gift for tennis. After turning professional
at age fifteen, Anna gained fanfare
for reaching the fourth round of her
first grand-slam tournament, the 1996
US Open, and reached the semifinals
in her Wimbledon debut in 1997. In
the years since, she has remained
at the top of her game and captured
a Grand Slam doubles title with Martina
Hingis at the 1999 Australian Open.
Anna is considered to be one of the
most marketed and heavily sponsored
female athlete today and one of tennis’
biggest draws. Take home this Anna
Kournikova autographed tennis dress,
and enjoy a piece of memorabilia from
a young woman who greatly influenced
the history of tennis. We truly expect
this lot to be one of the most popular
in the event- as popular as the tennis
star herself!
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| Golf Foursome
with Bill Murray and Chevy Chase |
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What more could you ask for in a
Golf outing? The winner of this lot
and a friend will join Bill Murray
and Chevy Chase for a Golf Foursome
to remember. Join two living legend
of comedy as they tee-off and spend
the day on the green.
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| Experience
the Late Show in Style |
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Our first lot from Dave Letterman
lets you dress in style as you watch
the show and includes two tickets
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The Late Show with David Letterman
will provide you with a voucher for
two tickets to attend a taping of
this laugh-out-loud, groundbreaking
show. Currently in it’s tenth year
at CBS, the Late Show has been the
recipient of eight Emmy awards and
numerous other accolades. Watch and
enjoy the show and its celebrity guests,
from the studio audience, and maybe
Dave will pick you to participate
in the action!
To help you bundle up for the notoriously
frigid Ed Sullivan Theater included
in this lot is a rare jacket signed
and dated by the late night comedy
king. The jacket, which bears the
insignia of David Letterman’s production
company, World Wide Pants, is a hard
to come by collectors item, previously
only owned by employees of the show.
This extra large, yellow and blue,
jacket made from the finest quality
leather and wool, will certainly keep
you warm while watching the night’s
Top Ten List, Stupid Human Tricks,
or any other of David Letterman’s
hilarious segments.
Our second lot from Paul Shaffer
has of course a musical bent and includes
four tickets...
Watch this musical legend in person
during a taping of “The Late Show
With David Letterman”. The winner
of this lot will receive four tickets
to this laugh-out-loud, groundbreaking
show. Also included in this exciting
package is a signed photo of Paul
Shaffer and piece of autographed sheet
music. Watch and enjoy the show and
its celebrity guests, from the studio
audience, and listen to the music
of Paul Shaffer and the rest of “The
Late Show With David Letterman” band.
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| Lunch with
Clinton & Chevy Chase |
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We promise a once in
a lifetime opportunity to have lunch
with two living legends at a spot
that is equally legendary! As the
42nd President of the United States,
William Jefferson Clinton led America
into the 21st century as he presided
over unprecedented economic growth
and dramatic social progress. He virtually
redefined the role of government for
the 21st century and continues to
inspire innovative leaders in many
nations. Joining him for lunch will
be Chevy Chase, who is without a doubt
one of the greatest living legends
of comedy of all times. He is an uncompromisingly
devoted and talented thespian who
continues to impact audiences with
his amazingly diverse roles. The location
for this unique luncheon is Sylvia's
in Harlem which for 35 years has been
universally crowned as the "Queen
of Soul Food" in Harlem. Just
imagine the conversation that will
be served up over a plate of spicy
hot ribs!
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| A Peek
Behind the Curtain at Rush Communications |
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This offering is truly
a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
The winner of this lot will receive
a 2-week unpaid internship at Rush
Communications, Russell Simmons' umbrella
company for his Hip Hop Empire. The
intern will gain exposure to the daily
workings of this whirlwind office
that includes Phat Farm and Baby Phat
(fashion), Rush Philanthropic Arts
Foundation and the Hip Hop Summit
Action Network (non profit community
service), RushCard (financial services),
and Russell's many special projects
in the music and entertainment industries.
As if the internship wasn't enough,
this lot also includes one guaranteed
face-to-face meeting with hip-hop
pioneer and founder of Rush Communications,
Russell Simmons. Simmons didn't invent
rap, but he is, perhaps more than
any other individual, responsible
for the music's astonishing success.
Simmons the co-founder of Def Jam
Recordings launched the careers of
artists such as the Jay-Z, The Beastie
Boys, LL Cool J, and Public Enemy.
This internship is general in nature
and for the observant student, will
provide the most cutting-edge environment
for photocopying and coffee-fetching!
And Simmons wants you to show up to
the office in style, so before you
start your work week, kick up your
wardrobe with a $500 shopping spree
at the Phat Farm/Baby Phat store in
Soho New York.
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| Own a Piece
of Sting - signed of course! |
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Sting’s phenomenal success
as member of the 1980's British band,
The Police, and as a solo artist,
has been credited to his ability to
create inspirational and moving music,
both as a singer and a songwriter.
In a career spanning more than twenty
years, he has been the winner of an
astonishing fifteen Grammy Awards.
The music Sting has created is layered
with emotional and spiritual meaning
and has reached people all over the
globe. From “Roxanne”, and “Every
Breath You Take”, to “Desert Rose”
and “Brand New Day”, his influence
on world music is indisputable. After
appearing in numerous British movies,
such as “Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking
Barrels” in 1998, Sting has consistently
been a visible presence in the motion
picture industry .He also has participated
on the soundtracks to over forty films
and television shows.
Sting has consistently
been committed to charitable causes
and improving the state of the planet.
Taking another active step towards
a better environment, he has donated
this autographed Sting Precision Bass,
his guitar of choice. Made by Fender,
the guitar, from the Limited Edition
Series, features an ash body with
a maple neck and fingerboards. The
instrument, signed at the 12th fret,
is the same type of bass that he uses
live in concert! With this autographed
Sting guitar, you can forever cherish
a piece of this member of the Rock
and Roll Hall of Fame.
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| Vacation
in the North Maine Woods with Chevy
Chase |
The Appalachian Mountain
Club (AMC) is America's oldest conservation
and recreation organization. AMC promotes
the protection, enjoyment and wise use
of the mountains, rivers and trails
of the Appalachian region. Their internationally
acclaimed work is fulfilled though three
interconnecting pillars: conservation,
education and recreation.
We are pleased to offer an all-inclusive
three-night trip to the famed Little
Lyford Pond Camp in the Hundred Mile
Wilderness in Maine. This is certain
to become a once in a lifetime experience.
From private kayak paddling lessons
to spectacular hikes along the Appalachian
Trail, the three days will be a spectacular
opportunity to escape into a world that
is truly nature's paradise. The trip
includes fly fishing lessons with AMC's
own Master Maine Guides in the Little
Lyford Ponds, where you will find genetically
pure trout.
On another day, you will spend the afternoon
and evening with Jayni and Chevy Chase
who will lead you on a hike of one of
their favorite trails and accompany
you to a specially prepared dinner at
the famed Blair Hill Inn overlooking
Moosehead Lake.
Includes three nights of lodging for
two at the Little Lyford Camp and three
complete meals a day, all guide services
and equipment. We strongly recommend
bringing along your cameras to record
the weekend.
Dates to be mutually confirmed with
Jayni and Chevy Chase and The Appalachian
Mountain Club. |
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