Space Coast Live

Event Story: Joel Greenblatt, band leader, professional trombonist and jazz promoter is featuring local jazz icons on the same stage as Brevard’s up and coming artists. Greenblatt says: “The concert will be like young meets old as we celebrate the lineage of jazz in Brevard County. It will be a true celebration of life, love, and jazz in Brevard County.” The concert program will also include a selection from the Ella Fitzgerald songbook as a tribute to the Queen. Greenblatt's Rising Stars initiative supports the next generation of jazz musicians in Brevard County. “Several young artists have used the previous 2013 Rising Star concert to jumpstart their careers,” says Greenblatt, such as pianist Mason Margot and guitarist Matt Heister. Rising Stars 2.0 will feature: Phil Coe – guitar Bob Ditota – bass Bryan Gardenour – drums Lori Hafer – vocals Lettie Andrade – vocals Kristin Warren – vocals Krystal Clarke – vocals Chase Sheelee – vocals Michael Mirand – vocals Joel Greenblatt – trombone Steve Justice – trumpet Andrew Cleaver – sax Robert Delaney – trombone Aidan Cleaver – trombone Dr. Jazz – clarinet Greenblatt has studied and taught jazz for more than 30 years. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, toured with the Max Romeo Band and entertained guests of Carnival and Celebrity cruises. Since moving to Florida in 2005, he has started two professional jazz groups --- the Jazz Cats and the Space Coast Big Band, which have performed in Brevard County and throughout Central Florida. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - general admission tickets can be purchased online below or paid at the door: - $10 for members of the Jazz Society and Rockledge Country Club, - $15 for guests, - Students are free. Food and beverages are available for an additional cost. For more information email Jazz@SpaceCoastJazzSociety.org or call Bobbie at (321)960-4897.