This holiday season, the top books and experiences for the wealthy.

This holiday season, the top books and experiences for the wealthy.
This holiday season, the top books and experiences for the wealthy.
  • Wealthy clients of J.P. Morgan Private Bank can now refer to the bank's list of recommended holiday books and experiences.
  • The "NextList2025" highlights the top museums, wineries, Broadway shows, and books for the holiday season, with a total of 18 recommendations.

J.P. Morgan Private Bank has released its list of recommended holiday books and experiences for affluent clients, featuring a George Clooney Broadway debut, an enlarged art museum in São Paulo, Brazil, a wellness center in Manhattan, and books on leadership and artificial intelligence.

The "NextList2025" is a curated selection of the most exciting museums, wineries, Broadway shows, and books for the holiday season. The list was compiled by a review committee after receiving over 1,000 submissions from client advisors, who based their recommendations on their clients' preferences.

The list, although released by the Private Bank, is utilized by J.P. Morgan's wealthy and affluent client divisions.

The NextList explores the theme of the "next generation," focusing on how families can motivate and guide younger investors as an increasing number of fortunes and businesses are set to be inherited in the near future.

"JPMorgan Asset & Wealth Management's chief communications officer, Darin Oduyoye, stated that many of their clients are focused on their future, whether it's their family business or their operating committee. Additionally, the company helps clients think about their investments, tax planning, and the next great idea or strategy."

The J.P. Morgan NextList2025, with the bank's descriptions of recommended items, has been lightly edited for style.

Museums

Mercer Labs, New York, New York

In the center of Downtown Manhattan, Mercer Labs offers a unique museum experience with 15 experimental exhibits, interactive activities, and immersive installations.

Kunstsilo, Kristiansand, Norway

The art museum Kunstsilo, situated in Kristiansand, Norway, is a repurposed grain silo from 1935 that focuses on showcasing and safeguarding Nordic art.

Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand, São Paulo, Brazil,

The MASP is set to reveal a 14-story building this year, which will increase its exhibition space by 66%. The new construction, linked to the original modernist building via tunnel, will feature five galleries, two multipurpose spaces, classrooms, and a conservation lab.

Hampi Art Labs, Karnataka, India

Hampi Art Labs, a new initiative led by philanthropist and art collector Sangita Jindal and her daughter, businesswoman and gallerist Tarini Jindal Handa, is located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi in southern India. The space offers public exhibitions and residency programs for artists and creative practitioners.

Wine

John Anthony Vineyards, Napa, California

Napa Valley's John Anthony Vineyards focuses on heritage, winegrowing, and winemaking, offering exclusive experiences, private events, fine dining, and live music.

Chappellet Winery, Napa, California

Since its establishment in 1967, Chappellet Winery has gained recognition for its environmentally conscious wines, which are produced through sustainable practices such as hillside vineyard cultivation, organic farming, solar energy, and water conservation efforts.

Broadway shows

"Othello," New York, New York

An updated version of William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, featuring Denzel Washington as the lead and Jake Gyllenhaal portraying Iago.

"Romeo + Juliet," New York, New York

This production, directed by Tony Award-winner Sam Gold and featuring music by Grammy Award-winner Jack Antonoff, stars actors Kit Connor (Netflix's "Heartstopper") and Rachel Zegler ("West Side Story").

"Buena Vista Social Club," New York, New York

The show transports viewers to Havana in the 1950s, combining traditional Afro-Cuban music with a contemporary theatrical presentation, inspired by the Grammy-winning album of the same name.

"Good Night, and Good Luck," New York, New York

George Clooney makes his Broadway debut in the play "Good Night, and Good Luck," which he co-wrote with Grant Heslov and is based on the Academy Award-nominated film.

Books

  • "The Art of Learning for Leaders: Develop the Habits of Highly Achieving Individuals," by David Novak and Lari Bishop
  • The book 'Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit' was written by Henry A. Kissinger, Craig Mundie, and Eric Schmidt.
  • "A Librarian's Legacy: Belle da Costa Greene," edited by Erica Ciallela and Philip S. Palmer
  • Daniela Rus and Gregory Mone's book, 'The Mind's Mirror: Risk and Reward in the Age of AI,' explores the relationship between artificial intelligence and human decision-making.
  • "For Art's Sake: Inside the Homes of Artists," by Tiqui Atencio Demirdjian
  • David M. Rubenstein's book, 'The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency,' explores the nuances of the presidency through in-depth interviews with past presidents.
  • "The Power of Imagination: Unlocking Creative Potential and Generating Innovative Ideas," by Albert Read
  • "On Leadership: Lessons for the 21st Century," by Tony Blair
  • "Exploring France's Finest Wine Regions, Top Wines, and the Soul of Terroir: A Journey through Wine & Travel France," by Enrico Bernardo
  • Mellody Hobson's book, 'Priceless Facts about Money: From the Beginning of Time to the Coins in Your Couch,' offers valuable insights into the history and significance of money.

Innovation spotlight

EngineEars, Los Angeles, California

Derek Ali, a four-time Grammy Award-winner, founded a company that streamlines music creation technology for music professionals from inception to mass consumer consumption.

Remedy Place, Los Angeles, California, and New York, New York

Dr. Jonathan Leary, a former concierge wellness doctor, founded Remedy Place, which has locations in Los Angeles and New York, including a new club in SoHo that provides infrared light sauna, acupuncture and cupping rooms, cryo chambers, and ice baths.

by Robert Frank

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