Battle of the Saxophones at the Miami Jazz Coop Rent Party
This night, the saxophone would take centerstage as three of the area’s legendary heavyweight performers, Jesse Jones Jr., Joe Donato, and Turk Mauro would embark on a battle for Bebop supremacy reminiscent of the Golden Age of Jazz.

What Can Jazz Do to Become More Popular?
Whether it’s an audience of 4 people, or a multitude, each individual from that audience is asking one fundamental questions: “Can you inspire me?” “Can Jazz inspire me?”

South Florida Radio Icon: Ed Bell
Ed Bell produces and hosts South Florida Arts Beat on 91.3, WLRN bringing nearly forty years of experience and networking within the South Florida performing arts community to his exciting and informative radio show. There are few names in the media more supportive of South Florida's cultural arts organizations than Ed Bell. His efforts were awarded recently with a Society of Professional Journalist’s award in 2009 and that year he was also given an award by the Miami Beach Arts Trust as a Visionary of the Arts.

Groovin' High to the Sounds of Jazz in Miami and Beaches
Finding great places for shopping, restaurants, and fabulous beaches is all in a day's stroll in Miami. But, this magic city has a new pulse that hugs the nightlife with the groovy sounds of Jazz.

Jazz is Alive in South Florida
Many will agree that Jazz is still alive in South Florida. Certainly there are many Jazz related event happenings throughout the year.

The Fabulous Jazzy Diva Pianist Lenore Raphael
Jazz writer John Gilbert has called Lenore "Simply one of the best pianists in our art form...she always swings." Critics have used words like "swinging", "emotional" and "artistically subtle" when describing Lenore's playing.

Jazzy Portrait: Mr. Jazz Pizzazz Mel Dancy
Mel’s versatility as a performing artist includes theatrical production and television, film and commercial appearances. On the stage, he is incomparable as an authentic Showman matched by his immense talent. During his performances, one does not know what to expect. But, as he engages the audience, you can bet that it will be entertaining. No doubt, a gentle giant of Jazz: Mr. Jazz Pizzazz, Mel Dancy!

Jazzy Portrait: Alice Day
For as long as Alice Day can remember, singing has been the driving force in her life. “I sing because I have to,” she says. “It’s like breathing.” She says that her life story is utterly simple. “I never thought about making a career in anything else. I always knew I would sing.”