Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Southern Soul is in the Spotlight on Valentine's Day in Tampa with The Blues Is Alright Tour at the Yuenglieng Center

BLUES IS ALRIGHT TOUR AT
YUENGLING CENTER ON VALENTINE’S DAY

Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 7p
Yuengling Center
12499 USF Bull Run Drive
Tampa, FL 33617
Tickets Available on Ticketmaster.com

The Blues Is Alright Tour returns to Tampa this Spring 2026 with a lineup of today’s leading Southern Soul and modern blues artists. Catch this powerful night of groove-driven storytelling and dance-floor favorites at Yuengling Center on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Featuring King George, Sir Charles Jones, West Love, Pokey Bear, and Mike Clark Jr., hosted by Henry Welch.

ABOUT KING GEORGE
King George is one of the leading newer voices in today’s Southern Soul and modern R&B scene, known for upbeat, dance-floor-driven songs and strong audience appeal. Based in Hopkins, South Carolina, he gained attention through online releases and has become a featured performer on The Blues Is Alright Tour. Popular songs in his catalog include “Keep On Rollin’,” “Too Long,” “Friday Night,” and “Leave & Party.”

ABOUT SIR CHARLES JONES
Sir Charles Jones is one of the best-known voices in contemporary Southern Soul, recognized for blending classic R&B influences with smooth grooves and story-driven songwriting. Active for more than two decades, he is known for signature songs including “Friday,” “Is There Anybody Lonely?,” and “Just Can’t Let Go.” Sir Charles remains an important presence on today’s Southern Soul touring circuit.

ABOUT WEST LOVE
West Love is part of today’s Southern Soul and modern blues scene, bringing contemporary vocals and deep roots influence to audiences across the Southeast. She appears on The Blues Is Alright Tour as one of the featured performers in this year’s lineup.

ABOUT POKEY BEAR
Pokey Bear is a leading voice in today’s Southern Soul and modern blues scene, known for his smooth, emotionally direct style and dance-floor favorites. After early work in rap, he emerged as a major Southern Soul artist with popular tracks including “They Call Me Pokey” and “Side Piece.” He continues to tour widely throughout the South as part of The Blues Is Alright Tour lineup.

ABOUT RONNIE BELL
Ronnie Bell is part of today’s Southern Soul and R&B scene, performing music rooted in classic soul traditions and contemporary groove. His live sets reflect the blend of old-school rhythm and modern Southern Soul energy featured on The Blues Is Alright Tour.

ABOUT MIKE CLARK JR.
Mike Clark Jr. is part of today’s Southern Soul and modern R&B scene, bringing youthful energy and contemporary groove to audiences across the Southeast. His performances blend smooth vocals with dance-floor-ready rhythms featured on The Blues Is Alright Tour.

ABOUT HOST, HENRY WELCH
Henry Welch serves as host for The Blues Is Alright Tour, helping guide the evening with stage presence, audience connection, and live entertainment experience.



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Lakeside Jazz Festival Returns to Port Orange, April 17–18, 2026 for 27th Year

Showcasing Florida’s Next
Generation of Jazz Musicians
April 17–18, 2026
at
Kenneth W. Parker Amphitheater
2001 City Center Cir, Port Orange, FL 32129
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FREE ADMISSION

The Lakeside Jazz Festival is one of the premier jazz education events for middle and high school students in the Southeastern United States. Held annually each April in Port Orange, Florida, the festival is dedicated to showcasing student achievement in jazz while supporting long-term partnerships among education, the arts, local communities, and public institutions.

Founded in 1998, the Lakeside Jazz Festival was established to support jazz education and to provide scholarship opportunities for student musicians. Over more than two decades, it has grown into a respected annual event featuring middle school, high school, collegiate, and professional jazz ensembles. The festival emphasizes high educational standards through formal adjudication, performance opportunities, and meaningful exposure to collegiate music programs.

Since 2022, David Martin has served as Executive Director of the Lakeside Jazz Festival.

Festival Structure and Participation

The 2026 Lakeside Jazz Festival includes:

  • 73 student jazz ensembles
  • 62 participating educational institutions
  • All participating schools are located in Florida

Student ensembles participate in adjudicated performances during the daytime program. Each festival day concludes with performances by collegiate and professional invited ensembles, providing students with exposure to advanced ensemble performance beyond the adjudication process.

Click HERE for Performance Schedule

Invited Collegiate and Professional Ensembles

The 2026 invited ensemble lineup includes nationally recognized military bands and leading university jazz programs:

United States Air Force Band of the West – Dimensions in Blue
United States Marine Band
Spruce Creek High School 11 O’Clock Jazz Ensemble
Spruce Creek High School 12 O’Clock Jazz Ensemble
University of Central Florida Big Band II
University of Central Florida Flying Horse Big Band
University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble I
University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble II
University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble III
University of South Florida Jazz Ensemble I

These ensembles perform following daily adjudication sessions.

2026 Festival Adjudicators

The festival adjudication panel consists of experienced educators, performers, and jazz professionals from across Florida:

Clyde Connor – University of Florida
Jim Daniels
Marc Dickman – University of North Florida
Al Hager
Kevin Jones – Florida State University
Lisa Kelly – Kelly/Scott Jazztet, Jacksonville
Dennis Marks – University of North Florida
JB Scott – University of North Florida
Peter Waidelich – Daytona State College
Scott Wilson – University of Florida
Don Zentz – Douglas Anderson School of the Arts

David Detweiler – Florida State University
Laurie Zentz
Tom Brantley  – University of South Florida

Participating Schools – 2026

The following schools are represented at the 2026 Lakeside Jazz Festival:

Atlantic High School
Bayside High School
Brandon High School
Creekside High School
Creekside Middle School
Cypress Bay High School
David C. Hinson Middle School
Daytona State College
DeLand Middle School
Deltona High School
Deltona Middle School
East Ridge High School
Emerald Cove Middle School
Eustis High School
Eustis Middle School
Flagler Palm Coast High School
Fort Clarke Middle School
Fort Pierce Westwood
Freedom Crossing Middle School
Fruit Cove Middle School
Gaither High School
Galaxy Middle School
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy Upper School
Howard Middle School
Hudson High School
Ivy Hawn Charter School of the Arts
J.W. Mitchell High School
Lake Nona High School
Lake Weir High School
Landrum Middle School
Mainland High School
Merritt Island High School
Monarch High School
New Smyrna Beach High School
North Fort Myers High School
NSB Middle School
Olympic High School
Orange Park High School
Ormond Beach Middle School
Pacetti Bay Middle School
Pine Ridge High School
R.J. Murray Middle School
Richard C. Spoto High School
Rockledge High School
Santaluces Community High School
Seabreeze High School
Seminole High School
Silver Sands
South Fork High School
Spruce Creek High School
Switzerland Point Middle School
The Geneva School
Umatilla High School
Umatilla Middle School
University High School
Viera High School
West Boca Raton High School
West Port High School
Wharton High School
William T. Dwyer High School
Zephyrhills High School

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YOKO MIWA TRIO - An Evening of New England Sophistication at Arts Garage on February 21, 2025


South Florida Welcomes


“Miwa is a virtuoso pianist with dazzling technique always in the
service of interaction and exchange of ideas.”
– Donald Elfman, NYC Jazz Record

Friday, February 21, 2026 | 8pm 
94 NE 2nd Ave
Delray Beach, FL 33444
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“Yoko Miwa has been gifted with both extraordinary musical skills 
and has the pure spirit that is necessary for great art. We love her 
musical gifts and her beautiful spirit as well.”    – Ahmad Jamal

Award-winning pianist Yoko Miwa returns to Arts Garage with her acclaimed trio, bringing material from her new release alongside selections from her celebrated albums Songs of Joy, Keep Talkin’, and Pathways. She is joined by two accomplished musicians who help define the group’s unmistakable sound: bassist Will Slater, a New England Conservatory graduate whose performances span leading clubs and festivals across the United States and abroad, and drummer Scott Goulding, an international touring artist known for his work in top New York studios and long-standing collaborations with notable jazz figures. Together, this trio showcases the dynamic interplay, technical command, and expressive range that have made them audience favorites on respected stages around the world.

PERFORMER BIO:
Yoko Miwa
Internationally acclaimed pianist with her remarkable telepathy and infectious energy, Yoko Miwa is one of the most powerful and compelling performers on the scene today. Yoko was named a Rising Star Pianist in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 DownBeat Critics Poll. The Yoko Miwa Trio's 2021 release Songs of Joy received wide acclaim and reached #1 on national jazz radio charts and was voted a best jazz album of 2021 in the DownBeat 86th Annual Readers Poll. Jazziz called it “a radiant new collection.” CD Hotlist said “...yet another triumph from one of America's finest jazz pianists, composers, and bandleaders.” Their 2019 CD, Keep Talkin', showcases Miwa's fine playing and artful compositions and the trio's uncanny musical camaraderie. DownBeat gave the recording four stars, calling it “a beautifully constructed album” and noting “the drive and lyricism of a pianist and composer at home in bebop, gospel, pop, and classical.” JazzTimes also reviewed the album favorably, praising Miwa's “jaw-dropping degree of technique.” The album enjoyed seven weeks in the top 10 on Jazz Week's charts, much like its predecessor, Miwa's 2017 release Pathways, which also made Jazz Week's top 10 for several weeks. In a 2017 feature article on Miwa, DownBeat noted her “impressive technique and a tuneful lyricism that combines an Oscar Peterson-ish hard swing with Bill Evans-like introspection.”

For more than a decade Miwa's trio has played regularly at major jazz clubs in and around their home city of Boston (The Mad Monkfish (Cambridge, MA), Les Zygomates Wine Bar & Bistro (Boston, MA), Scullers Jazz Club (Boston, MA), Regattabar (Cambridge, MA), Ryles Jazz Club (Cambridge, MA), The Side Door Jazz Club (Old Lyme, CT), as well as venues around the world. A favorite of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Miwa was chosen to play on “Marian McPartland & Friends,” part of the Coca-Cola Generations in Jazz Festival. She was also chosen to perform at Lincoln Center's annual Jazz and Leadership Workshop for The National Urban League's Youth Summit. Miwa also appears regularly at New York's famed Blue Note Jazz Club as well as Birdland.
    Yoko has performed and/or recorded with a wide range of jazz greats including Sheila Jordan, Slide Hampton, Arturo Sandoval, George Garzone, Jazzmeia Horn, Jon Faddis, Jerry Bergonzi, Esperanza Spalding, Terri Lyne Carrington, Peter Washington, Kevin Mahogany, John Lockwood, Dominique Eade, Calvin Keys, and Johnathan Blake and many others. 
    In 2018 she performed on the main stage at the Atlanta Jazz Festival and the Litchfield Jazz Festival, where her trio drew the largest audience of any act. She is a Yamaha Pianos Artist, JVC Victor Entertainment and Ubuntu Music recording artist, 10X nominated and 2019 Winner in the Boston Music Awards as Jazz Artist of the Year, and Boston Phoenix Best Music Poll winner.

Will Slater
Will Slater, a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, is an in-demand bassist, performing regularly in New York and New England. In addition to teaching students of all levels, Will has performed with Jerry Bergonzi, Jeff “Tain” Watts, George Garzone, Gary Thomas, Peter Bernstein, Anthony Wonsey, Bruce Barth, Kenny Werner, Terri Lyne Carrington, Leo Genovese, Dayna Stephens, Ari Hoenig, Marvin “Smitty” Smith, Benito Gonzalez, David Schnitter, Jeb Patton, Tommy Campbell, Joe Hunt, Bob Moses, Kimberly Thompson, Mark Guiliana, Yoron Israel, Rudy Royston, Jeff Hershfield, Tim Miller, Vardan Ovsepian, Joe Magnarelli, Phil Grenadier, Rob Schneiderman, Greg Hopkins, Jason Palmer, Greg Osby, Yoko Miwa, Gabriel Guerrero, and many other artists. He has performed at such venues as the Blue Note, Birdland, 55 Bar, Smalls, Minton's, Mezzrow, Keystone Korner, Cornelia Street Café, Scullers, the Regattabar, Wally's, Jordan Hall, the Ryles Jazz Club and the Lily Pad. He has recorded with Jerry Bergonzi, the Kim Thompson Quartet, the Phil Grenadier Trio, the Yoko Miwa Trio, and the Joe Delaney Trio. In 2009 he was a finalist in the Thelonious Monk competition. Will has also appeared internationally at such festivals as the Panama, Romania, and Aspen jazz festivals and has toured in France, Italy, Japan, Colombia, and Eastern Europe in Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Hungary.

Scott Goulding
Scott has recorded at the world-famous NYC studio Power Station (Avatar) and also at the legendary Sear Sound with James Farber as the engineer. He has toured throughout the United States and internationally. Scott has performed with Sheila Jordan, George Garzone, Larry Grenadier, Jerry Bergonzi, Joanne Brackeen, Michel Camilo, Frank Tiberi, Dominique Eade, Jay Clayton, David Amram, Barry Ries, Peter Eldridge, Kevin Mahogany, Charles Neville, Alan Broadbent, Howard Levy, Brenda Hopkins Miranda, Jeremy Pelt, Hiromi, Robin McKelle, Anat Cohen, Lionel Loueke, Marco Benevento, Avishai Cohen, Chiara Civello, Hans Glawischnig, Rudresh Mahanthappa, and Eli Degibri. He currently holds the drum chair in the critically acclaimed Yoko Miwa Trio and for more than a decade was the drummer for piano legend Harvey Diamond in his trio and quartet with Hannah Rose Diamond on vocals. Scott is an active jazz educator conducting private lessons at his drum studio as well as online. Scott is an endorser for Canopus Drum.

YOKO MIWA
WEBSITE

Worldwide Management & Booking:
Ph: (617) 254-5665

Plan your trip to Delray Beach and 
make it a night to remember!
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North Central Florida Blues Society Presents Blues as Solid as they Come with Mud Morganfield March 1, 2026


MUD MORGANFIELD 
& LITTLE MIKE and THE TORNADOES
Rooted in Blues Tradition
MUD MORGANFIELD
Son of Muddy Waters 
w/
LITTLE MIKE and THE TORNADOES
Opening the Show
Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 5p
Heartwood Soundstage
Gainesville, Florida
(Indoors, Seated Event)
619 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601 | (352)448-4849
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The North Central Florida Blues Society is pleased to welcome Mud Morganfield to Gainesville for a special performance this evening at the outstanding Heartwood Soundstage listening room. Little Mike and the Tornadoes will open the night, followed by Mud Morganfield fronting his own touring band from Chicago as the featured headliner.

As the eldest son of legendary blues icon Muddy Waters, Mud Morganfield carries forward the traditional Chicago blues sound with authenticity and respect. His performances feature many of his father’s classic songs, along with a strong selection of his own original material. Morganfield earned a Blues Music Award in 2014 through his collaboration with harmonica great Kim Wilson of The Fabulous Thunderbirds on the album For Pops: A Tribute to Muddy Waters.

Opening the evening is Little Mike and the Tornadoes, fronted by the  respected vocalist, harmonica player, and bandleader known for delivering high-energy, roots-driven blues grounded in the Chicago tradition. Little Mike and his band have become a favorite on the blues circuit, praised for their tight, authentic sound and dynamic stage presence.

This concert reflects real connections within the blues community. Artists such as Kim Wilson and Paul Oscher have long been influences in Little Mike’s world, while Mud Morganfield’s band represents a direct continuation of Chicago blues history on today’s touring stage.

Together, these two performances will bring Gainesville an exceptional night of traditional Chicago blues in one of the area’s premier live music settings.

For more than 20 years, the North Central Florida Blues Society has continued its mission of bringing outstanding blues artists to Gainesville, presenting special performances just like this for the region’s dedicated live music community.

The North Central Florida Blues Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, cultivation, nurturing, and promotion of blues music. Members enjoy ticket price discounts that can easily offset the cost of membership over the course of a year. Join at: https://ncfblues.org

AREA VISITOR & LODGING INFO:

City of Gainesville
This program/event is funded in part by a grant from the
The BLUES has HISTORY in
GAINESVILLE!
21 YEARS OF BRINGING THE BEST BLUES
IN THE WORLD TO GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA!

2025
John Németh
Toots Lorriane & The Traffic
The Nighthawks
Rev. Billy C. Wirtz

2024
Sauce Boss Bill Wharton
Doug MacLeod
EG Kight
Cash Box Kings
Kent Burnside

2023
Brandon Santini
Joey Gilmore†
Bridget Kelly Band
Barbara Armbrecht†
Lurrie Bell
The Blues Beatles
Mr. Sipp
John Primer
Little Mike & The Tornadoes
Chris Cain

2022
Biscuit Miller
JP Soars & The Red Hots
Early Times
Mick Kolassa
The Lucky Losers
Sheba the Mississippi Queen
The Nighthawks
&
Rev. Billy C. Wirtz
Terry Hanck & His California Band

2021
Little Jake & the Soul Searchers
Mike Zito
Albert Castiglia
Bridget Kelly Band
Snacks Blues Band
Josh Miller Blues Review
Eric Gales
Reverend Billy C. Wirtz
Pam Taylor & The Flyin' V's
21 Blue Featuring Longineu Parsons

2020
Pam Taylor & The Flyin' V's
Ruth Wyand & The Tribe of One
Doug MacLeod
Rev Shawn Amos

2019
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O' Blues
Vanessa Collier
Little Mike & The Tornadoes
Bridget Kelly Band
George Worthmore Jason Ricci
Shane Dwight
Damon Fowler
Tennessee Redemption
Patti Parks
Toronzo Cannon
Albert Castiglia
Roy Book Binder

2018
Birthday Blues Bash-O-Rama w/ Anthony Gomes, Danielle Nicole & Bridget Kelly Band
BLUEZAPALOOZA: Ghost Town Blues Band & Betty Fox Band & Bridget Kelly Band
Lauren Mitchell
Rev Shawn Amos
21 Blue featuring Longineu Parsons and Ted Shumate
Bill "Sauce Boss" Wharton
Doug MacLeod

2017
Zora Young
Norman Jackson Band
Selwyn Birchwood
Jason Ricci
Gracie Curran & The High Falutin’ Band
Albert Castiglia
Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials

2016
Annika Chambers
Cash Box Kings
Doug MacLeod
Matt Schofield

2015
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O' Blues
Long Tall Deb Feat. Colin John
Jeff Jensen
Samantha Fish
Terry Hanck
Zora Young
Tinsley Ellis

2014
Tas Cru
Selwyn Birchwood
Janiva Magness
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’Blues
Joe Moss Band

2013
Brandon Santini
Matt Schofield
Nikki Hill
Albert Castiglia

2012
Jimmy Thackery
John Nemeth
Roomful of Blues

2011
Kenny Neal
JP Soars
Victor Wainwright

2010
Tommy Castro
Mike Zito
Watermelon Slim
Nick Moss
John Nemeth
Ana Popovic

2009
Janiva Magness
Duke Robillard
Michael Burks†

2008
Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials
Magic Slim†
Jimmy Thackery
Lurrie Bell
Mighty Lester
Tab Benoit
Nighthawks

2007
Chris Cain
Sean Costello†
Sauce Boss
Bryan Lee
Mark Hummel and the Blues Survivors

2006
Eddie Kirkland†
Gary Primich†
Smokin’ Joe Kubek† & B’Nois King
Debbie Davies

2005
Delta Moon
Little Charlie & the Nightcats
Pat Ramsey† & the Blues Disciples
Anson Funderburgh & the Rockets
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Monday, February 9, 2026

The Harden Project Headlines “Black America’s Birth of Jazz” in Miami (February 13, 2026)

Tracing the Roots of 
Jazz, Blues, Soul & R&B
Caleb Around Town Presents:
Black America’s Birth of Jazz
Friday, February 13, 2026  |  12:00 PM (Noon)  |  FREE
Joseph Caleb Center Lobby
5400 NW 22nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33142
Map   |   Venue Info
(305) 636-2350
The Joseph Caleb Auditorium presents Caleb Around Town: Black America’s Birth of Jazz, a live program exploring the cultural roots of jazz in the American South, and the many musical branches it inspired—including blues, soul, and R&B—that have shaped American and world music for generations.
Headlining the program is The Harden Project , the fusion duo led by vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist John Harden II. The event will also feature opening spoken word by Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns.
Together, these artists invite audiences on an engaging journey through history, culture, and sound—honoring the enduring legacy of Black America’s musical innovations across jazz, blues, soul, and beyond.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
The Harden Project is a jazz-influenced fusion duo led by vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist John Harden II. The couple brings a distinctive chemistry to the stage, creating performances built on expressive interaction and shared artistry.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Bobby McFerrin, Dinah Washington, Al Jarreau, Jimmy Smith, and Robert Glasper, The Harden Project blends jazz, soul, and groove-driven influences into original compositions that feel personal and emotionally direct.
Rebecca Vaughns, known professionally as Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns, is a Jacksonville, Florida–based spoken word artist, poet, and emcee with more than two decades of performance experience. Writing since childhood, she began performing at open mic nights in the late 1990s and became a full-time poet in 2002.
Her career includes collaborations and opening performances alongside nationally recognized artists, as well as a catalog of spoken word studio albums available digitally. Rebecca “Phoenix” Vaughns continues to bring her voice and artistry to audiences wherever words are desired.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Joseph Caleb Auditorium is a respected performing arts venue in Miami, Florida, known for hosting a wide range of live cultural and community events. The auditorium serves as an important stage for concerts, educational performances, guest artists, and public programs. With its accessible setting and long-standing role in supporting the arts, Joseph Caleb Auditorium remains a valued destination for audiences seeking live music and performance experiences in South Florida.
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Casselberry's FREE Spring Jazz & Art Festival Continues Tradition of Presenting Great Artists March 7, 2026

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MARION MEADOWS

& STEVE OLIVER

LIVE IN THE PARK!
Casselberry Spring Jazz & Art Festival March 7, 2026

Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 6:00–9:00 PM · FREE!

Spring Jazz & Art Festival

at
Lake Concord Park
95 Triplet Lake Dr
Casselberry, FL 32707
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Marion Meadows and Steve Oliver, two of today’s most recognized smooth jazz hitmakers, will co-headline the City of Casselberry’s Spring Jazz & Art Festival on March 7, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Lake Concord Park in Casselberry, Florida.

Saxophonist Marion Meadows, who began studying classical clarinet at the age of nine, has built a career spanning more than four decades. With more than ten albums to his credit, Meadows continues to be a consistent presence in contemporary jazz. Recent performances have featured music from Soul Traveler, the first installment in his ongoing soul trilogy.

Joining Meadows on stage is acclaimed guitarist and producer Steve Oliver, whose latest release, A New Light, has been climbing the jazz charts. Oliver has produced fourteen studio albums and earned multiple No. 1 Billboard hits, along with more than a dozen Top 10 favorites.

In addition to the live music, festivalgoers can enjoy art exhibits at local facilities, along with food trucks and a variety of product vendors, creating a full community festival atmosphere beyond the stage.

For more information, contact the City of Casselberry events team at events@casselberry.org or call (407) 262-7700, ext. 1507.

FREE!

Bring blankets and chairs, and enjoy a lakefront evening of outstanding live jazz in Casselberry, Florida.

Disabled parking and drop-off are available next to Casselberry Art House (127 Quail Pond Circle) and in front of the Casselberry Police Department (4195 S US Hwy 17-92). General parking is available in surrounding lots.

Note: All events and activities are subject to change and/or cancellation.

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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Dominique Hammons Headlines FREE Davie Jazz Festival on April 11, 2026

DAVIE JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026

Davie Jazz Festival
Saturday, April 11, 2026 
Gate opens at 5:00 PM
Music starts at 6:00 PM
Bergeron Rodeo Grounds
4201 SW 65th Way, Davie, FL 33314
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FREE General Admission 
w/ REGISTRATION
V.I.P. TICKETS
– $75 VIP (includes reserved seating + 2 beverages)

Enjoy an evening of live jazz, food, and fun, 
featuring a stellar lineup of musicians, including:
🎷 Dominique Hammons
🎷 Bop Shop Brass
🎷 JJ Sansaverino
🎷 Vivian Sessoms
🎷 Marqueal Jordan

The Town of Davie proudly invites music fans to the highly anticipated Davie Jazz Festival, returning Saturday, April 11, 2026, for an unforgettable celebration of jazz, culture, and community at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds.

This soulful, full-day festival will feature an exciting mix of classic jazz favorites, contemporary sounds, and fusion grooves, performed by a standout lineup of world-class artists. Scheduled performers include International Recording Artist and violinist Dominique Hammons, JJ Sansaverino and Friends featuring Vivian Sessoms and Marqueal Jordan, Bop Shop Brass, and the festival’s engaging hosts, Those 2 Girls (Tamara G and Julie Guy).

Beyond the music, guests can enjoy a lively festival atmosphere with food and beverages available for purchase (outside food and drinks are not permitted). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating for comfort throughout the day. Free parking will also be available.

Whether a longtime jazz enthusiast or discovering the genre for the first time, the Davie Jazz Festival offers something for everyone.

Secure your tickets today and experience an unforgettable 
night of world-class jazz in Davie!

For more information, please contact the Davie Parks, 
Recreation and Cultural Arts Department at 954-797-1181.

VISITOR INFORMATION


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Scotty Wright Quintet in Concert February 22, 2026 to Close Ybor City Jazz Series

Tampa Jazz Club Presents
HC Ybor City Mainstage Theatre
SERIES FINALE PERFORMANCE
Sunday, February 22, 2026 • 3:00 PM
SCOTTY WRIGHT
What's Wright, What's Left
at
&  Tampa Jazz Club Series
Mainstage Theatre
HC Ybor City Campus
1411 East 11th Avenue • Tampa, FL 33605
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Scotty Wright is a jazz vocalist and songwriter who has reached a point in his musical journey where the time feels right to sing what’s Wright. With a deep appreciation for the storytelling tradition at the heart of jazz, Scotty brings audiences a program that blends his own original compositions with the timeless jazz standards that have defined the genre for generations.

As a writer, Scotty’s songs draw from the people, places, memories, and emotions that have shaped his life. His originals feel personal and genuine, offering listeners a window into his experiences while still fitting naturally within the classic jazz vocal tradition. At the same time, he honors the great American songbook with performances rooted in respect for melody, lyric, and the enduring beauty of these treasured works.

Whether interpreting one of his own songs or delivering a familiar standard, Scotty approaches every piece with care, clarity, and heartfelt intention. Backed by the Scotty Wright Quintet, the music moves smoothly and swingingly from one mood to the next—gliding through grooves, stories, and rich harmonies that invite the audience to settle in and enjoy the ride.

This upcoming performance offers an opportunity to hear a vocalist who values both originality and tradition, presenting an afternoon of jazz that feels fresh, meaningful, and deeply connected to the songs that continue to stand the test of time.

The Scotty Wright Quintet musicians are: Pete Carney – saxophone, Pablo Arencibia – piano, Joe Porter – bass, Stephen Bucholtz – drums, Scotty Wright – voice.


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New Tampa Performing Arts Center 
  & Tampa Jazz Club Series
8550 Hunters Village Road • Tampa, FL 33647
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