Respect! A Tribute to Aretha Franklin Description Respect! A Tribute to The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin features a 10-piece orchestra fronted by the incomparable Da’Quela “Cookie” Payne. Her melodic voice is sure to take you on an emotional journey as she puts her heart and soul into each note she sings. Crowned the most gifted Christian singer in America back in 2007 for a reality singing competition called “Gifted.” This victory earned her a major recording contract with EMI Gospel. Pushing her to audition for American Idol in 2011 where she went on to advance all the way to Hollywood where she made the top 100.
Respect! pays homage to the music of the late great Aretha Franklin. The show features such Aretha classics as Think Chain of Fools Never Loved a Man Dr. Feelgood and many more! Don’t miss your chance to see this Vegas style tribute act perform! You’ll swear that the Queen left behind a little bit of herself in Cookie so that she can carry on the torch!
Klehm’s Woodsong Concerts are open-lawn style events held in our beautiful Fountain Garden meaning there are no reserved seats and attendees should plan to bring their own blankets chairs or other seating. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drink to enjoy in a responsible manner prior to and during the concert. **Gates open at 4pm**
Ticket sales in 2024 are online-online no day-of gate sales will occur!
Ticket prices: $12 Klehm Member/$15 Non-Member
To purchase tickets please visit: https://www.simpletix.com/e/respect-a-tribute-to-the-queen-of-soul-are-tickets-161588
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 2715 S Main St, Rockford, IL 61102, United States
