FREE Art, Culture & Entertainment in Downtown Miami!!
THU • DEC 07 • 4:30p + 6:30p
@ 100 NE 1 AVE. (Old Post Office)
5 String Swing Duo • Swing
5 String Swing is a Swing Band led by Jazz violinist Steffen Zeichner with guitarist Greg Diamond. The group provides their own engaging takes on lively Swing and Gypsy Jazz repertoire reminiscent of the classic French Django Reinhardt/Stéphane Grappelli group of the 1930’s and 40’s, along with vintage tunes from the Great American Songbook! Both Steffen and Greg have Doctoral degrees from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and they actively perform throughout South Florida and nationally.
@ 100 NE 1 AVE. (Old Post Office)
5 String Swing Duo • Swing
5 String Swing is a Swing Band led by Jazz violinist Steffen Zeichner with guitarist Greg Diamond. The group provides their own engaging takes on lively Swing and Gypsy Jazz repertoire reminiscent of the classic French Django Reinhardt/Stéphane Grappelli group of the 1930’s and 40’s, along with vintage tunes from the Great American Songbook! Both Steffen and Greg have Doctoral degrees from the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and they actively perform throughout South Florida and nationally.
THU • DEC 07 • 5:30p + 7:30p
@ 100 NE 1 AVE. (Old Post Office)
Joey Gilmore Blues Band • Blues
Florida legend Joey Gilmore is a distinguished figure in the world of blues and soul. As a teen he began his love affair with the guitar, learning from a local barbershop owner who was also a preacher. The minister’s electric guitar fascinated Gilmore and he would hang around the shop just to get his hands on the guitar. After learning through observation and practice, Gilmore’s talent would shine. He’s played at festivals and venues all over the world, sharing the stage with greats such as James Brown, Etta James, Johnny Taylor, and Bobby Bland, among others. In 2006, Gilmore won the IBC, the most distinguished and internationally coveted award in all of blues.
@ 100 NE 1 AVE. (Old Post Office)
Joey Gilmore Blues Band • Blues
Florida legend Joey Gilmore is a distinguished figure in the world of blues and soul. As a teen he began his love affair with the guitar, learning from a local barbershop owner who was also a preacher. The minister’s electric guitar fascinated Gilmore and he would hang around the shop just to get his hands on the guitar. After learning through observation and practice, Gilmore’s talent would shine. He’s played at festivals and venues all over the world, sharing the stage with greats such as James Brown, Etta James, Johnny Taylor, and Bobby Bland, among others. In 2006, Gilmore won the IBC, the most distinguished and internationally coveted award in all of blues.
SAT • DEC 09 • 4:30p + 6:30p
@ 223 E FLAGLER ST. (across from Julia & Henry's)
Rose Max Trio • Bossa Nova
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rose Max realized she had the gift of singing at a very early age. Everyone from her mother's side was a musician. She is the great-grand daughter of the conductor and composer CUPERTINO DE MENEZES and grand daughter of the guitar player and composer MANUEL DE MENEZES. Rose started singing professionally with the OCTETO RIO ORCHESTRA performing in the nightclub scene of Rio. She studied vocal technique with Graciela di Salerno, Nancy Miranda and Suely Mesquita. Rose moved to Miami in October of 1993, where she has continued to grow and develop musically, and by keeping a constant performance schedule, she has become highly recognized in the Brazilian, Hispanic and American communities.
@ 223 E FLAGLER ST. (across from Julia & Henry's)
Rose Max Trio • Bossa Nova
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rose Max realized she had the gift of singing at a very early age. Everyone from her mother's side was a musician. She is the great-grand daughter of the conductor and composer CUPERTINO DE MENEZES and grand daughter of the guitar player and composer MANUEL DE MENEZES. Rose started singing professionally with the OCTETO RIO ORCHESTRA performing in the nightclub scene of Rio. She studied vocal technique with Graciela di Salerno, Nancy Miranda and Suely Mesquita. Rose moved to Miami in October of 1993, where she has continued to grow and develop musically, and by keeping a constant performance schedule, she has become highly recognized in the Brazilian, Hispanic and American communities.
SAT • DEC 09 • 5:30p + 7:30p
@ 223 E FLAGLER ST. (across from Julia & Henry's)
BIG CITY BAND • Pop/R&B
Big City Band is entertainment at its best. This "show" band has been attracting a loyal following for 30 years. Big City's variety of vocalists and soloists present a danceable mix of blues, rhythm & blues, Motown, and soul, legendary for its audience participation. The repertoire includes originals as well as the music of such artists as BB King, Otis Redding, Al Green, James Brown, Eric Clapton, and more.
@ 223 E FLAGLER ST. (across from Julia & Henry's)
BIG CITY BAND • Pop/R&B
Big City Band is entertainment at its best. This "show" band has been attracting a loyal following for 30 years. Big City's variety of vocalists and soloists present a danceable mix of blues, rhythm & blues, Motown, and soul, legendary for its audience participation. The repertoire includes originals as well as the music of such artists as BB King, Otis Redding, Al Green, James Brown, Eric Clapton, and more.