VAPARAISO — Multiple Grammy Award-winning recording artist Natalie Cole is the featured artist for Valparaiso University’s 30th annual Jazz Fest. The dynamic performance will take place April 11 at 8:30 p.m. in the Athletics–Recreation Center at Valparaiso University.

For 30 years, Valpo’s annual Jazz Fest has featured an exciting lineup by local, regional and international jazz artists, with guest performances as well as University faculty and student ensembles and high school jazz ensembles.

Tickets for Natalie Cole’s performance are available online at valpo.edu/jazz-fest-tickets beginning Monday, Feb. 9. Approximately 2,000 tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and cost $15 for Valpo students, $30 – $75 for the general public.