Holiday ‘Escape’

Jim Brickman

Pop pianist Jim Brickman will offer concertgoers “The Great Escape” from the hectic holiday season when he performs at 8 p.m. next Saturday, Dec. 30, at Shea’s Performing Arts Center.

Brickman will weave together his biggest pop hits with new and traditional holiday favorites as well as songs from “Escape,” his debut album for the SLG Records label.

Joining Brickman in the festive show will be acoustic violinist David Klinkenberg and fast-rising vocalist Jake Simpson. The trio will present a spellbinding evening of dazzling solo piano, vibrant vocals and warmth and humor.

Tickets are $35, $45 and $55, and are available at the box office at 650 Main St., Buffalo, through Ticketmaster at 852-5000 (www.ticketmaster.com), and at www.sheas.org.