About this Event
Free concert! Classic jazz, Latin rhythms and big band swing from The Eighth Note Collective and Josephine Swing.
Part of the City of Apopka’s Saturday Sounds series, HAPCO’s International Jazz Day Concert Apopka is Saturday, April 18, from 5-8 pm at the Apopka Amphitheater.
Expect lively rhythms, soulful solos and plenty of swing as outstanding local musicians bring the amphitheater stage to life. From smooth grooves to big band energy, it’s a perfect night for music lovers of all ages.
Enjoy dinner and treats from local food trucks or bring your own picnic to enjoy throughout the evening.
The amphitheater offers 1,360 seats plus lawn space, so bring blankets or chairs if you’d like to relax on the grass. Picnic baskets and coolers are welcome.
Please join us at this free community show! Tickets are not needed, but you can reserve tickets to receive reminders about the concert.
Featured Performers
The Eighth Note Collective is a dynamic group of local jazz standouts known for their creative flair incorporating notes of classic jazz, blues, Latin rhythms and other high energy styles. They are Caila Carter, Paul Chong-You, Jose Figueroa, Derrick Harris, Ed Krout and Rion Smith.
Also bringing the big band swing is Josephine Swing, a lively ensemble of alumni from the Orlando Youth Chamber Ensembles led by Santiago Parra-Romero. Their set features highly danceable classics along with fresh original compositions.
The evening will be hosted by Sterling Stevenson, known as “The Voice of Bragg” at Bragg Memorial Stadium and host of The Top 10 Countdown on Soul95.com.
Celebrate International Jazz Day with a joyful evening of music, community and great vibes in Apopka.
Presented by the City of Apopka and the HAPCO Music Foundation.
Funding provided by the Music Performance Trust Fund.
Powered by Community Partners Duke Energy, Empire Finish Systems, Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation and Walmart.
A HAPCO Music Foundation and Steglich Ross & Associates production.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Apopka Amphitheater, 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway, Apopka, United States
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