SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch

The SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk.  Listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month.

Picnic by the river or purchase fabulous food and beverages from area restaurants and vendors. 2008 is the 18th anniversary of the acclaimed SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch, produced by the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by SunTrust.

Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome. For more information, call our 24-hour hotline at 954-828-5363.

To have the 2008 brochure mailed to you, e-mail your name and address to  sbrady@fortlauderdale.gov or call 954-396-3696.

Scheduled Performers

July 6, 2008 - National Parks and Recreation Month
With special performances by our Recreation Youth Groups
E - Ruby Baker
CH - Jazzberry Patch
PC - Mantra
LO - Nucklebusters Quintet

August 3, 2008
E - Valerie Tyson
CH - Night Magic
PC - Carl Ferrari and Friends
LO - Dixie Dawgs Trio

September 7, 2008 - Hispanic Heritage Month
Esplanade and Peck Courtyard Stages
E - Remix with Laura V.
CH - Steve B. and Friends
PC - Debbie Orta Quartet
LO - Les Blachut Band

October 5, 2008 - Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wear PINK Day!
E - Trisha O'Brien
CH - Christina Sichta Quartet
PC - Flute Factor with Meryl Tananger
LO - Raye Stevens Orchestra

November 2, 2008 - Salute to Veteran's Day
E - Bill Kelbe Big Band
CH - Kevin Lee Campfield Quartet
PC - Harvey Nevins Quintet
LO - The Score

December 7, 2008
E - George Tandy
CH - Martin Hand Quartet
PC - Lynne Meryl Quartet
LO - Nucklebusters Quintet

Key to Performance Locations
E - Esplande Park Stage
CH - Connie Hoffman Gazebo
PC - Peck Courtyard at the Broward Center for Performing Arts
LO - Las Olas Riverfront Stage

Bookings

To inquire about performing at Jazz Brunch, please contact:

Suntrust Sunday Jazz Brunch Entertainment Booking
Stephanie Brady
SBrady@fortlauderdale.gov

Or, send your information and music samples to:

Stephanie Brady
Special Events, Projects and ADA Event Coordinator
Parks and Recreation Department
City of Fort Lauderdale
1350 West Broward Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Please DO NOT call about bookings. Music samples WILL NOT be returned.

Map and Directions

Map of the Riverwalk Area (20 N New River Drive E, Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Sponsors

The City of Fort Lauderdale wishes to thank our generous sponsors, without whom this great event would not be possible.