Blue Bamboo's annual jazz festival has something for everyone, featuring a diverse group of artists, some local and some touring internationally.
Get ready for the return of Orando's jazz extravaganza as the Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts presents the 4 day Blue Bamboo Jazz Festival 2023.
Back bigger than ever, the event kicks off Thursday, September 14 and runs until Sunday, September 17.
Thursday, 9/14
Chris Cortez
Chris Cortez is well known to the Blue Bamboo audience, as he is the creator/owner of the venue, and plays the weekly Thursday Night Hang, along with other solo or duo guitar shows. His quartet features Walt Hubbard, Doug Mathews, and Ed Krout playing original music from his many chart topping CDs.
Alain Bradette
Alain Bradette is a featured performer with Cirque Du Soleil and also leads his own quartet featuring Thomas Milovac, Walt Hubbard, and Bob Thornton.
Friday, 9/1
John Redfield
Originally from Chicago, John Redfield is a virtuoso pianist that has been blowing Bamboo audiences away for the last year or so. In John's playing the influence of piano masters like Oscar Peterson, Wynton Kelly, and Art Tatum can be heard.
Septessence
Septessence is a brand new local band featuring members of UCF's Flying Horse Big Band, led by bassist Nashir Janmohamed.
Saturday, 9/16
Chris Cortez
Chris Cortez's solo shows are a completely different atmosphere from his quartet and quintet shows. Featuring just an acoustic guitar, amazing playing, bluesy vocals, and a handful of stories from the road, Chris takes you on an intimate journey of virtuosity, wisdom, and humor.
Blues Beatles
Blues Beatles are a group from Brazil who play Beatles songs in a Chicago Blues style. That may sound crazy, but it works in the most amazing ways. The familiar melodies work perfectly in this setting, and the group delivers high energy, rocking versions of your favorite Beatle tunes in a way you never imagined them.
Sunday, 9/17
The Orlando Jazz Orchestra
The Orlando Jazz Orchestra has been performing at Blue Bamboo since our opening 7 years ago. One of the most polished, professional big bands you will hear anywhere in the world, this group features the best musicians our area has to offer.
Led by the talented drummer Greg Parnell, OJO shows are filled with wonderful music, and informed by Greg's fascinating presentations about the history of each tune.
For reservations, or to purchase a ticket to all 4 shows at a 20% discount, please call 407-636-9951 or email the box office at MelodyCortez@live.com
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