Pompano Beach Arts'
Historic Ali Cultural Center
Presentation
Entertainment Excellence for
Residents and Visitors
Saturday, June 24, 2023 ~ 6pm
Ali Cultural Arts Center is thrilled to welcome The Melton Mustafa Jr and Friends concert to the stunning outdoor covered courtyard venue in Pompano Beach.
Melton Mustafa Orchestra started by the late Grammy® Award-winning artist Melton Mustafa but is now led by his son, Melton Mustafa, Jr., a renowned saxophone player. The orchestra is the only African American-led 18-piece jazz big band in South Florida.
On June 24th, the audience will experience a journey of music through time as told by Jazz through Melton Mustafa Jr and Friends. The performance will be led through the history and impact of music as told through musical performances the art of spoken word narrated by renowned poet Eccentrich. The concert celebrates music's resilience and strength throughout history. Jazz will take the stage and weave beautiful movement and music to tell a story. This production will fill your cup and leave you moved and inspired. Join us for a night of music, good vibes, and storytelling. There will be a cash bar and light snacks.
ABOUT MELTON MUSTAFA JR.
Melton Mustafa Jr. is a two time Grammy Nominated Educator who was recently featured at The Jazz In The Gardens Festival in Miami. Mustafa is also the son of International Jazz trumpeter and composer Melton S. Mustafa. Melton was born in Atlanta, GA. and raised in Miami, Fl. where he started playing music in high school under the direction of Mr. Frank Neal at Miami Carol City HS. Mustafa received a Bachelor of Science in Music Ed from Florida A&M University where he served as Section leader of the saxophone section and head of the Dance Routine committee for the Legendary Marching “100”. While at FAMU, Mustafa performed with the FAMU “Strikers” at the Apollo theatre and traveled the world with the Marching “100”. Mustafa received a Master’s Degree in Education from FIU and where he is working on his Doctoral Degree in Leadership. Mustafa currently works as Professional Music Educator at Parkway School of the Arts and is an Adjunct Professor at Florida Memorial University.
Saturday, June 24, 2023 ~ 6pm
353 Martin Luther King Blvd
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
FREE Admission with Registration
Distribution by
(561)313-7432
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