Gainesville Big Band
Season Finale Concert!
SUNDAY • JUNE 14, 2026 • 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Sounds of Summer
at
Gainesville, FL
3411 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
$15 + fees (advance online)
$20 + fees at the door (credit card)
No fees for cash at the door
The Gainesville Big Band welcomes summer with an afternoon of big band jazz during The Sounds of Summer on Sunday, June 14 at Meizon Church in Gainesville.
Under the direction of Marco Thomas, the Gainesville Big Band will present a program inspired by the sights, sounds, and spirit of the season. Audiences can expect a collection of summer-themed music drawn from jazz traditions, musical theater, the Great American Songbook, and popular music, all arranged for the power and versatility of a full big band.
The concert is designed to capture the many moods of summer, from energetic and uplifting selections to more relaxed and reflective musical moments. The program will also feature music associated with acclaimed jazz artists and composers including Herbie Hancock and Arturo Sandoval, alongside additional selections chosen to reflect the concert's seasonal theme.
Known for its commitment to preserving and presenting the big band tradition, the Gainesville Big Band brings together experienced musicians from throughout North Central Florida. Through its regular concert series, the ensemble continues to introduce audiences to classic and contemporary big band repertoire while showcasing the excitement and musical range that have made large jazz ensembles a lasting part of American music.
The Sounds of Summer offers an opportunity for listeners of all ages to enjoy an afternoon of live music celebrating the arrival of the season through the sound of jazz.
Gainesville Big Band Musicians
Saxophones:
Alto 1 — Ryan Gamberino
Alto 2 — Joanna Adhami
Tenor 1 — John Gregory
Tenor 2 — Brian Johnson
Baritone Saxophone — Joe Davis
Trumpets:
Trumpet 1 — Rick Marion
Trumpet 2 — Ryan Hall
Trumpet 3 — Vito Montauk
Trumpet 4 — Adrienne Widener
Vocalist: Timothy Trail
Trombones:
Trombone 1 — Ethan Spencer
Trombone 2 — Michael Murphy
Trombone 3 — Jayven Cromwell
Bass Trombone — Marco Thomas
Rhythm Section:
Guitar — Darren Burgess
Piano — Pamelli Marafon
Bass — Chad Young
Drums — Jon Jackson
Director
Marco Thomas is from Ellenwood, GA, a suburb of Atlanta. He is a bass trombone player who studied music education at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL. His principal teacher there was Brian Brink. Thomas earned his
Bachelor of Music Education in 1999 and began teaching middle school band in Hardee County in January 2000. He then entered the University of Florida in the summer of 2002, where he earned his
Master of Music in trombone performance. His principal teacher there was Arthur Jennings. After graduation, he took a position at Hawthorne Middle/High School as Director of Bands (2004–2007). He began his current position as the music teacher at Williams Elementary in Gainesville during the 2007–2008 school year.
ABOUT Gainesville Big Band
The Gainesville Big Band is an 18-piece jazz ensemble based in North Central Florida, dedicated to preserving and presenting the big band tradition while engaging today’s audiences with fresh, themed programming. Since its founding in 2007, the ensemble has brought together experienced musicians from across the region to perform music ranging from classic swing and jazz standards to contemporary big band works.
Under the direction of Marco Thomas, the Gainesville Big Band presents concerts that spotlight key styles, composers, and cultural movements within jazz history. The ensemble places emphasis on musical excellence, education, and community engagement, offering performances that are accessible, informative, and musically rewarding.
Through regular concert series and special programs, the Gainesville Big Band continues to strengthen the cultural life of the Gainesville area while honoring the lasting legacy of American jazz.
MISSION
The mission of the Gainesville Big Band, Inc. is to promote an awareness of the educational, spiritual, and civic benefits of jazz through traditional and modern repertoire.
GAINESVILLE BIG BAND CONNECTIONS
Sponsorships include Meizon Church, Visit Gainesville / Alachua County, Hoggtowne Music, Renaissance Printing and the following community individuals: Rosella Smith, Roger Reep, Wesley Eubanks, Jon Reiskind, Kelly Harris, Jack Siegel, and Jim Heiser. To join these community cultural leaders as sponsors, click
HERE for more information.
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