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Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.

Virtuoso pianist MIA presents RHAPSODIC, a decade-hopping, genre-crossing piano show that reimagines retro pop and classical music with an irresistible twist. Mia is joined by a dynamic ensemble that journeys through the sounds of the 1940s–70s—from boogie-woogie and Latin rhythms to old time rock ’n’ roll and even a touch of polka—delivering an unforgettably captivating show!

Mia is joined by local Greg Diaz and friends.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgZgCWuumk4

Join the Central Florida Jazz Society for a memorable afternoon celebrating excellence in jazz at this year’s Hall of Fame Show. The event will honor two outstanding contributors to the local jazz community, Carol Stein and Walt Hubbard, as they are officially inducted into the Hall of Fame.

The show will feature special induction speeches by acclaimed guests Julian Bond and Per Danielsson, who will share insights and tributes highlighting the inductees’ lasting impact on jazz.

In addition to the ceremony, attendees will enjoy live jazz performances, making this an afternoon filled with outstanding music, recognition, and celebration of the art form.

Come be part of this special occasion honoring the legacy and future of jazz in Central Florida.

https://www.centralfloridajazzsociety.com/

Free admission! Tell your friends about our Sponsorship. Buy a drink to support this event.

Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.

Jeff Rupert is a Yamaha performing artist, record producer, recording artist, freelance tenor saxophonist, full-time professor, Director of Jazz Studies at UCF. He leads the Flying Horse Big Band, and maintains a busy recording and performing schedule with his quartet, and as an in-demand sideman and band leader with a variety of notables. A gifted composer and arranger, Rupert is well heeled in jazz traditions from his many experiences over the years playing with greats like Benny Golson, Maynard Ferguson, and Kevin Mahogany, to name a few.

A regular at Blue Bamboo since near the very beginning, Jeff and his group represent everything we stand for... excellence, beauty, and class.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=po2_ypZchi4

SWING BOUTIQUE led by guitarist and vocalist George Grosman focuses on “Jazz with a French flair”. Think everything from Django Reinhardt & Stephane Grappelli, jazz standards such as April in Paris or I Love Paris, C’est Si Bon or La Vie En Rose and parisian musettes as well as George’s originals with a French vibe.

https://georgegrosman.hearnow.com/ youtube.com/swingboutique instagram.com/swing.boutique

Performing Arts Matter and the Bravo Chamber Orchestra presents Grace & Fire: From Classical Clarity to Romantic Radiance

BCO returns to the intimate acoustics of the Blue Bamboo for an afternoon of brilliance, elegance, and emotional depth. This program traces a graceful arc: • Mendelssohn’s prodigious youth • Mozart’s late mastery • Elgar’s noble introspection • Schubert’s lyrical exuberance Together, these works celebrate elegance, humanity, and the timeless power of melody — perfectly suited to the intimate and resonant setting of the Blue Bamboo.

General admission and high-top seating. Free parking and free popcorn!

Free admission! Tell your friends about our Sponsorship. Buy a drink to support this event.

Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.

Music Man Michael Mastroianni returns to the Blue Bamboo with a solo act: "It's a Musical Life".

Come hear him sing, play the keyboards like you've never heard. Be prepared for an exciting night of entertainment that will leave you tapping your feet and singing along.

The John DePaola Quintet with Vocalist Suzy Park presents: "Here’s to the Ladies!” - A salute to iconic female jazz singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson & Diane Reeves.

Joining John on trumpet & flugel horn is Dave MacKenzie on saxes and flute, Bob Thornton on piano, Charlie Silva on bass and Paul Parker on drums.

Come here your favorite songs sung by Suzy Park, performed by Central Florida's best jazz musicians!

Chamber Music Players return to the Blue Bamboo for an intimate afternoon of richly textured chamber music. Selections include Beethoven's Trio Op. 9 No 1 and Dvorak's Piano Quartet in Eb Major.

Come hear Alvaro Gomez and Routa Kroumovitch Gomez and friends on a lovely Sunday afternoon.

General admission $25, high top table seating $30, 20% discount for students and military.

Free admission! Tell your friends about our Sponsorship. Buy a drink to support this event.

Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.

Come hear Renderglow's genre-blending sound that fuses Jazz, Funk, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, New Orleans, Dance and Reggae into one seamless groove. Renderglow delivers original music that’s engaging, accessible, and impossible to ignore.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth jazz as Smooth Sessions at Blue Bamboo welcomes the sensational Althea René to the stage!

A powerhouse flutist with a signature sound, Althea René blends smooth jazz, R&B, and contemporary influences into a high-energy yet elegant performance style that captivates audiences from the first note. Her dynamic stage presence and silky melodies make for the perfect night of live music in Blue Bamboo’s intimate setting.

Expect smooth vibes, exceptional musicianship, and an up-close jazz experience that feels personal, relaxed, and unforgettable.

✨ Smooth jazz & soulful rhythms ✨ Intimate venue with premium sound ✨ Perfect night out for jazz lovers and music fans alike ✨ Doors Open: 6:15 PM 🎶 Music Begins: 7:00 PM

Tickets sold by event coordinator, Steglich Ross and Associates

Performing Arts Matter and the Maitland Symphony Orchestra presents their Spring Concert filled with Broadway show tunes sung by guest baritone, Stephen Mumbert.

Come hear this well established community orchestra in their 20th year!

Free admission! Tell your friends about our Sponsorship. Buy a drink to support this event.

Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.

Blurring the lines of jazz, rock, electronic, and experimental sonic textures, Electric Crush pushes the boundaries of contemporary music with a sound that is bold, unpredictable, and progressive. Led by bassist Marco Bojorquez, Electric Crush performs original compositions and reimagined arrangements of what could be considered “today’s standards.”

Marco Bojorquez leads on bass, Frank Wosar on trombone, Jeremy Fratti on sax, Carl Hamilton on drums, and John Krasula on guitar.

This album release concert for: Retrouve La Force / Regain The Strength, is the expression of a deeply personal journey shaped by time, transition, displacement, resilience, and rebuilding.

Standard tickets are $30 (General) and $40 (Table), but for a limited time, enjoy Early Bird pricing through May 15: $25 General Admission / $35 Table Seating. Take advantage of this offer and reserve your spot today.

Come celebrate Flag Day to experience the thrill of live big band jazz, and witness firsthand the passion and dedication that drives this exceptional ensemble, under direction of Rick Ingoglia and sponsored by Performing Arts Matter.

Standard tickets are $25 (General) and $35 (Table), but for a limited time, enjoy Early Bird pricing through May 15: $20 General Admission / $30 Table Seating. Take advantage of this offer and reserve your spot today.

Free admission! Tell your friends about our Sponsorship. Buy a drink to support this event.

Featuring Paul Parker on drums, Doug Mathews on bass, Ed Krout on keyboards, Dan Jordan on sax and flute and special guests. The band opens the night with a concert set, which is then followed by a jazz jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments and your favorite jazz standard and sit in!

A guitar amp, bass amp, drums, and piano are available for use.

Sponsored in part by a grant from the City of Winter Park and Thursday "Hang" Sponsors.