Thanks to all who attended the 17th annual St. Petersburg Jazz Festival! We have concerts and workshops year-round. I hope to see you at future events like:
Saturday, August 29
O Som Do Jazz at Boteco Bossa Nova!
8 PM
O Som Do Jazz features Rio de Janeiro singer Andrea Moraes Manson and a crew of experienced musicians performing Samba, Bossa Nova, Baião and MPB. The group has four CDs, TV placements and two recent Bronze Medals from the Global Music Awards. Boteco Bossa Nova brings the soul of Brazil to Florida. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, authentic petiscos, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with music and laughter. For tickets, see https://www.ezevent.com/.../passaporte-brasil-o-som-do…
Under the Stars with Dimas Sanchez Afro Latin Jazz Project & Tampa Bay Capoeira
Warehouse Arts District (WADA)
7:30 PM
opens the Under the Stars - a celebration of Latin Music & Dance with the Afro-Brazilian martial art that mixes fight skills, dance, acrobatics and live music martial form accompanied by a Roda (singers and percussionists).
Dimas Sanchez Afro Latin Jazz Project
Puerto Rican master percussionist Dimas Sanchez and his Afro Latiin Jazz Project weaves traditional Afro-Puerto Rican beats with modern jazz, creating a rich, soulful soundscape that honors heritage while pushing musical boundaries. Presented by EMIT, WADA, Creative Pinellas & the Visit St. Pete-Clearwater.
Tickets will soon be available at WADA.
Friday, November 27
Tito Puente, Jr. And His Latin Ensemble
Warehouse Arts District (WADA)
7:30 PM
Tito Puente, Jr. is the son of the legendary Latin music pioneer Tito Puente ("El Rey de los Timbales"). Continuing his father’s powerful legacy, Puente Jr. plays a high-energy mix of mambo, salsa, jazz, and merengue. His concert at WADA last year was packed, so get your tickets ASAP when they become available. Presented by EMIT, WADA, Creative Pinellas & the Visit St. Pete-Clearwater.
Kasondra Rose & Helios Jazz Orchestra
Tuesday, November 4
Side Door at the Palladium Theater
7:30 PM
Kasondra is an accomplished vocalist with two albums of original music and an extensive dance background. Her vocal talents range from folk, rock, pop, sultry jazz, to musical theater. Kasondra’s talent has taken her across the country – from singing in basement indie shows to tap dancing on an off-off Broadway stage in New York City. Her favorite credits include being a lead vocalist for The Florida Bjorkestra and the White Queen in Jobsite Theater’s original production of Alice.
The Helios Jazz Orchestra, directed by Dr. David Manson, has been featured on the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, St. Petersburg Jazz Festival, and Ybor City Jazz Festival. It is comprised of top area jazz musicians who love the sound of a roaring jazz big band!
O Som Do Jazz Under the Stars
Friday, October 10
ArtsXchange stage at the Warehouse Arts District
6 PM
Brazilian group O Som Do Jazz performs samba-jazz, Bossa Nova & Baião at the outdoor stage at the Warehouse Arts District located at 515 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712. This concert is made possible through a grant from the City of St. Petersburg.
Scotty Wright & Helios Jazz Orchestra
Tuesday, September 23 at 7:30
Palladium Side Door
A multifaceted jazz artist, Scotty is a gifted singer, pianist, actor, teacher, and author who has traveled the world performing jazz in over 20 countries including China, Thailand, Japan, Dubai, and Jordan. The Helios Jazz Orchestra has been featured on the Clearwater Jazz Holiday, St. Petersburg Jazz Festival and Ybor Jazz Festival. It is comprised of top area jazz musicians who love the sound of a roaring jazz big band!
The St. Petersburg Jazz Festival is sponsored in part by EMIT, Claus and D'Vora Krueger, City of St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg College, the Warehouse Arts District Association, Ron Regan, Stewart Olson and sponsors.
