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Joe Bonamassa is a multi-time GRAMMY® nominee and a leading figure in modern blues-rock. He is known for high-energy live performances and a guitar-forward sound that blends blues tradition with rock dynamics. Bonamassa has earned multiple #1 releases on the Billboard Blues Albums chart.
Bonamassa began performing professionally at a young age and has since headlined theaters, arenas, and festivals worldwide. Backed by an ensemble of seasoned musicians, his setlists typically combine recent releases with well-known fan favorites.
Mississippi-born Christone “Kingfish” Ingram is a GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist and vocalist recognized for contemporary, roots-based electric blues. Raised in Clarksdale in the Mississippi Delta, he draws from regional blues traditions while incorporating rock, soul, funk, and R&B influences.
Rolling Stone has described him as “a rare 21st century guitar hero and the undisputed future of the blues.” His performances spotlight expressive guitar work along with increasingly prominent original songwriting and vocals.
The BayCare Sound is an open-air venue located at Coachman Park on the Clearwater waterfront. The site hosts touring concerts and community events and is part of the city’s Coachman Park district.
With commanding stage presence and remarkable vocal range, Teneal brings fresh perspective and deep respect to classics such as “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “River Deep, Mountain High,” and “R-E-S-P-E-C-T,” honoring the artistry and cultural impact behind each performance. Her interpretations reflect not imitation, but understanding—capturing the spirit, strength, and storytelling that made these recordings endure.
The concert features music made famous by Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, and more, woven together with insight and intention. DIVAS OF SOUL is both a celebration and a reminder of the enduring power of great songs, great voices, and the women who defined them.
CeCe Teneal is an award-winning vocalist and songwriter whose career spans national touring, recording, and high-profile concert performances. A multiple Independent Blues Award and Josie Music Award winner, Teneal has earned recognition for both her vocal power and artistic range, performing at major performing arts centers, festivals, and concert series across the United States. Based in Florida, she is a familiar and respected presence on the state’s jazz, soul, and R&B stages, where her work continues to resonate with audiences who appreciate classic repertoire presented with contemporary authority and authenticity.
The music of Argentine composer and bandoneón virtuoso Astor Piazzolla reshaped the global perception of tango during the second half of the 20th century. Widely recognized as the architect of nuevo tango, Piazzolla fused traditional tango with elements of jazz and classical composition, creating a distinctive modern sound that expanded the genre well beyond the dance halls of Buenos Aires.
Among the most widely recognized recordings in his catalog is Tango: Zero Hour, released in 1986. Piazzolla’s body of work helped establish tango as a concert music form heard in major performance venues around the world.
Following Piazzolla’s passing in 1992, his musical legacy has continued through the work of Quinteto Astor Piazzolla. Formed in 1998, the ensemble is dedicated to performing and preserving the composer’s repertoire through the quintet format most closely associated with his sound: bandoneón, violin, piano, guitar, and double bass.
When Quinteto Astor Piazzolla appears at Ferguson Hall at the Straz Center Tampa on March 15, 2026, the program will bring listeners a live concert centered on the rhythmic intensity, melodic drama, and expressive character that define Piazzolla’s music.
Personnel
Julián Vat – bandoneón
Serdar Geldymuradov – violin
Nicolás Guerschberg – piano, musical director
Armando de la Vega – guitar
Daniel Falasca – double bass
Pianist, accordionist, and composer Ben Rosenblum has followed a distinctive musical path that has taken him across more than twenty musical genres and fifteen countries. He has performed alongside world-class musicians, led bands at prestigious venues around the world, and maintained a recognizable melodic voice throughout his work.
Rosenblum has toured with Grammy-winning pop artist Rickie Lee Jones and Juno-winning contemporary Indian singer Kiran Ahluwalia. His diverse collaborations include performing Brazilian choro with Ephrat Asherie Dance and Brazilian forró with The Late Night Show’s Nêgah Santos and the noted forró ensemble Forró in the Dark.
His foundation in jazz has also led to a decade-long relationship with Grammy-winning bassist Curtis Lundy. Through this association, Rosenblum has appeared at festivals alongside respected jazz artists including Bobby Watson, Sean Jones, and Warren Wolf.
In addition to his work in jazz ensembles, Rosenblum has appeared with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra on accordion and performed as a guest piano soloist at Carnegie Hall’s Stern-Perelman Auditorium with Maestro Reona Ito’s New York Harmonic Band.
Throughout his career, Rosenblum has maintained a consistent priority: telling a compelling story through music and connecting with audiences on emotional, intellectual, and spiritual levels. He brings this broad range of musical experiences to his projects as a bandleader, maintaining an active touring schedule as a solo artist, with his trio, and most recently with his six-piece ensemble, the Nebula Project.
Since releasing his debut album as a leader, Instead (four stars, DownBeat Magazine), Rosenblum has issued three additional recordings that have received strong critical response. His work has been reviewed favorably in many leading jazz publications, including DownBeat, All About Jazz, Jazziz, JazzTimes, JazzEd, NYC Jazz Record, and JazzLife Japan.
March brings jazz vocalist Karrin Allyson in her Karrin’s Kaleidoscope show to the Amaturo Theater. For her Kaleidoscope concerts, Karrin eases through an eclectic array of styles she’s known for, from her five Grammy®-nominated recordings to the Great American Songbook; from classic pop songs to her own originals from Some of That Sunshine; from French chansons to Brazilian classics; from the blues and bebop to songs of justice and beyond. Showcasing the material of such artists as Bonnie Raitt, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, James Taylor, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Blossom Dearie, Shirley Horn, Mose Allison, João & Astrud Gilberto, Rosa Passos, Djavan, Édith Piaf, and her own compositions, this show is soulful and heartfelt, and her band is always top-notch.
The Gold Coast Jazz Society is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of jazz through a mainstage concert series, free community concerts, educational programs, a jazz scholarship program, and services by the Gold Coast Jazz Society Band. Learn more at goldcoastjazz.org.
Funding for this organization is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. Concert sponsors include American National Bank, Funding Arts Broward, the Helen Ingham Foundation, the Richard Ingham Concert Fund, and the Mary N. Porter Funds/Community Foundation of Broward.
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Jazz fans are invited to enjoy an afternoon of live jazz featuring “one of the most sought-after bassists in Brevard County,” according to Florida Today. Making the concert even more special, Ron’s band will include John Simon on piano, Paul Polanski on saxophone, and Richie Mola on drums.
Ron Pirtle’s musical journey began at age 12, when his parents placed an electric bass guitar in his hands. Growing up on an Ohio farm, he teamed up with his brother—who played lead guitar—and together they formed a rock and roll band. His natural ability and steady commitment quickly established him as a first-call bassist, performing throughout Ohio and neighboring Pennsylvania.
His musical direction shifted when he began working with a seasoned blues pianist. During that time, he discovered blues and jazz and found his voice on the upright acoustic bass. From then on, he focused on mastering this distinctly American musical tradition.
After marrying his high school sweetheart, Joyce, Ron relocated to Florida in the 1980s and became an active presence in the Space Coast jazz community. Today, he continues to be one of Central Florida’s most in-demand upright bassists—the musician fellow bandleaders call when they are seeking depth, groove, and authenticity.
This ticketed event offers an opportunity to experience a seasoned musician up close—an afternoon of rich rhythms, smooth grooves, and timeless jazz.
2026 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS SHOWCASE
Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 2-4p
The Space Coast Jazz Society’s 2026 Scholarship Winners Showcase highlights outstanding young musicians who represent the future of jazz. Each year, the Society supports emerging talent through scholarship awards, helping students continue their musical studies and artistic development. This special concert features the new recipients—two gifted performers receiving $1,000 scholarships—who will share their skills and passion on stage. It is an afternoon that brings the community together to applaud the next generation.
EASTERN FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE JAZZ BAND
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 2-4p
The Eastern Florida State College Jazz Band returns with a lively program showcasing the strong musicianship of the college’s jazz students. Under the guidance of seasoned educators, the ensemble performs a mix of classic and contemporary jazz styles, giving audiences a chance to hear developing artists as they sharpen their craft. This concert offers a spirited display of talent and teamwork, reflecting the college’s commitment to jazz education.
JUke is a four-piece, “post-blues” hybrid driven by groove, energy, and a roots-based foundation that blends blues with elements of funk and rock. Led by harmonica player and vocalist Eric Garcia, the group delivers performances that move between structured songwriting and improvisational interplay.
Garcia’s songwriting addresses contemporary themes while maintaining strong rhythmic drive. His harmonica work and vocal delivery provide a clear focal point for the band’s live performances.
Guitarist Harold Trucco brings expressive lead work and rhythmic depth. Drummer Korian Hannah anchors the ensemble with steady time and dynamic control. Sebasstian Gavilan provides the low-end foundation, completing a lineup that balances power with cohesion.
JUke has shared stages with artists including G. Love, Zach Deputy, and Gary Clark Jr., and has appeared at festivals such as Wanee and Hulaween. The band remains active throughout South Florida and beyond, continuing to expand its audience through live performance.
Musical Director: Alan Lieberman
BLUES POWER w/ Gil Anthony (2013 Keeping The Blues Alive Award Winner)
WDIG 1450AM, Dothan, AL: Sundays 6–10pm CDT & Mondays 6–11pm CDT.
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First two hours both nights streamed live on Facebook:
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Also Playing: Stefan Hillesheim Band, Weezil Malone Band, Larin Michaels, Pontchartrain Shakers, Tinna Cossey, Alex Lopez, Royal & Toulouse.
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Mailing Address:
Gil Anthony
PO Box 6628
Dothan, AL 36302
Email: bluegil@hotmail.com
Website:
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Phone: (334) 718-1736