With its breathtaking setting and it’s eclectic choices in artists, the American Songbook at The Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center is one of New York’s best annual concert series. This year, the American Songbook series is digging deep into the indie canon once again with shows by the likes of: Nellie Mackay, Dirty Projectors, St. Vincent, Gabriel Kahane and a Hal Willner curated evening featuring Rufus Wainwright (ahem, he’s Canadian), Bill Frisell, and Van Dyke Parks. Sure, you can see some of these acts at other venues in city, but once you’ve experienced a show at the Allen Room, you’ll realize why you wouldn’t want to go anywhere else.

In keeping with my Jazz at Lincoln Center theme, I’m giving a special prize pack which includes the following items:

One “first place” winner will receive:
1. Wynton Marsalis & Willie Nelson Play The Music of Ray Charles Blu-Ray Disc (Signed by Wynton Marsalis)
2. A pair of tickets to an upcoming Maceo Parker concert (Nov 13-14) at The Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center

One “second place” winner will receive:
1. Wynton Marsalis & Willie Nelson Play The Music of Ray Charles Blu-Ray Disc

To enter the contest, fill out the entry form after the jump. A random winner will be notified and selected on November 12, 2009 at noon. Contest is only available to US residents.

View more details on the Willie Nelson/Wynton Marsalis Ray Charles DVD and the full American Songbook schedule after the jump.

WILLIE NELSON & WYNTON MARSALIS PLAY THE MUSIC OF RAY CHARLES, SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE BY NORAH JONES

Recorded Live at Jazz at Lincoln Center s Frederick P. Rose Hall on February 10, 2009

Once in a while the stars align and something magical happens…as on the night Jazz at Lincoln Center presented a salute to the late, great bluesman, Ray Charles. Two musical iconoclasts, Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis, along with the stunning songstress Norah Jones, collectively brought their unique musical perspective to the legendary artist s hits such as Hallelujah I Love Her So, Hit the Road Jack, and Unchain My Heart. The evening s musicians are supported by insightful and vibrant performances from saxaphonist Walter Blanding, pianist Dan Nimmer, bassist Carlos Henriquez, drummer Ali Jackson, and harmonica great Mickey Raphael.

WILLIE NELSON AND WYNTON MARSALIS PLAY THE MUSIC OF RAY CHARLES gives music lovers a front-row seat to the sold-out concert in New York City at Rose Theater, including rehearsal footage, exclusive interviews and photos.

BONUS FEATURES: All Access Behind-the-Scenes Documentary; Photo Gallery

2010 American Songbook Series at Lincoln Center
Wed, Jan 13, 2010
8:30 PM
Marianne Faithfull
The Allen Room

Thu, Jan 14, 2010
8:30 PM
Rebecca Luker
The Allen Room

Fri, Jan 15, 2010
8:30 PM
David Hidalgo & Louie Perez of Los Lobos: An Evening of Storytelling and Songs
The Allen Room

Sat, Jan 16, 2010
8:30 PM
Martha Plimpton: A Woman of Color
The Allen Room

Sat, Jan 16, 2010
10:30 PM
Martha Plimpton: A Woman of Color
The Allen Room

Wed, Jan 27, 2010
8:30 PM
Hal Willner’s I Gotta Right to Sing the Blues? Music and Readings from A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs, featuring Rufus Wainwright, Bill Frisell, Van Dyke Parks, and more
The Allen Room
Limited Availability

Thu, Jan 28, 2010
8:30 PM
Suzanne Vega
The Allen Room

Fri, Jan 29, 2010
8:30 PM
St. Vincent
The Allen Room

Sat, Jan 30, 2010
8:30 PM
Michael Friedman: Adventures in Reality
featuring Norm Lewis, Michael Esper, and de’Adre Aziza
The Allen Room

Wed, Feb 17, 2010
8:30 PM
Dee Dee Bridgewater: To Billie with Love-A Celebration of Lady Day
The Allen Room

Thu, Feb 18, 2010
8:30 PM
Nellie McKay: Normal as Blueberry Pie-A Tribute to Doris Day
The Allen Room
Limited Availability

Fri, Feb 19, 2010
8:30 PM
Dirty Projectors
The Allen Room

Sat, Feb 20, 2010
8:30 PM
Leslie Uggams
The Allen Room

Sat, Feb 20, 2010
10:30 PM
Leslie Uggams
The Allen Room

Wed, Mar 3, 2010
8:30 PM
Gabriel Kahane
The Allen Room

Thu, Mar 4, 2010
8:30 PM
Todd Snider
The Allen Room

Fri, Mar 5, 2010
8:30 PM
Jeanine Tesori
The Allen Room

Sat, Mar 6, 2010
8:30 PM
Chita Rivera
The Allen Room
Limited Availability

Sat, Mar 6, 2010
10:30 PM
Chita Rivera
The Allen Room