Written By Jonel Juste for Artburst Miami
Also in the Miami Herald and WLRN
On Saturday, Feb. 14, the Arsht Gospel Choir Invitational returns for its second edition to Knight Concert Hall, bringing together five choirs from across South Florida.
Continue reading “Faith, Music, and Community Take Center Stage at the Arsht Gospel Choir Invitational”by Jonel Juste for Artburst Miami. Also on The Miami Herald
The terrace of The Betsy Hotel on Ocean Drive looks out onto one of Miami Beach’s busiest corridors, where foot traffic, scooters, and beachgoers provide a steady backdrop in a neighborhood known more for nightlife than classical music. Co-owner of The Betsy, Jonathan Plutzik, says that set up is by design.
Continue reading “Opera: From Concert Halls to the Streets”Written By Jonel Juste for Artburst Miami
The New World Symphony launched “I Dream a World” in 2022 serves also as a platform to encourage dialogue about the enduring relevance of Black artists in shaping American culture. This year’s festival is a four-concert series beginning Thursday, Feb. 6 at the New World Center.
Continue reading “‘I Dream A World’ At New World Dedicated to Black Trailblazers”Written By Jonel Juste for Artburst Miami
Also featuring in the The Miami Herald
Although it originated in a Rodgers and Hammerstein Broadway musical,”My Favorite Things” has become a feel-good Christmassy song we’ll likely hear this holiday season. It’s also the title of a winter concert by Miami Beach-based singer Nicole Henry. This year marks the 11th annual holiday performance, a cherished tradition that has become a staple for the community.
Continue reading “Nicole Henry’s Favorite Things”Written By Jonel Juste for Artburst Miami
Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion, formerly known as the Dranoff 2 Piano Foundation, begins its 2024-2025 season with a forward-looking mission, embracing a broader musical vision.
Continue reading “Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion’s New Season: Classical Meets Global Rhythms”
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