Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops Announce Concerts for the 2008-2009 Season

(April 29, 2008, West Palm Beach, FL) With the conclusion of one of their most critically acclaimed seasons, Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops will open its 17th season on Thursday, November 6, 2008 with American folk singer and songwriter, the incomparable Judy Collins, known for the stunning purity of her soprano. ... read more.

PB Pops season comes to a swinging conclusion

By DAVID A. FRYE Guests, varied orchestra configurations add diversity to concert. ... read more.

Palm Beach Pops performs at its best in salute to Irving Berlin

By DAVID A. FRYE Special to the Daily News. Wednesday, March 05, 2008. Maestro Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops pulled out all the stops to honor the legendary songwriter, "America's Composer" Irving Berlin. ... read more.

Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops Present “America’s Composer – Irving Berlin and Friends” Concerts

February 13, 2008 (West Palm Beach, FL) The essence of the American Songbook is captured in this concert series when Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops present “America’s Composer – Irving Berlin and Friends” featuring the enchanting voice of Maude Maggart. ... read more.

Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops Unveil The Men Behind Ol’ Blue Eyes in “The Best of Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn” Concerts

January 21, 2008 (West Palm Beach, FL) Come fly away with Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops when they present “The Best of Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn” for a look at the dynamic duo who composed over 50 songs sung by and recorded by Frank Sinatra, as well as many other great entertainers including Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. ... read more.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops Salute The Genius of Cole Porter

December 19, 2007 (West Palm Beach, FL) Anything goes when Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops present a rousing tribute to this all-American composer, songwriter and musical master in “The Genius of Cole Porter.” ... read more.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops Showcase the Best of Broadway

November 13, 2007 (West Palm Beach, FL) Soprano Tamra Hayden, who has appeared on Broadway in productions of Fiddler on The Roof, Les Misérables and others will join Jonathan Dokuchitz of Hairspray fame to perform with Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops for “The Best of Broadway” series. ... read more.

Cory Marin of Tequesta Named as the First-Ever Palm Beach PopStar

October 24, 2007 – West Palm Beach, FL. Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops have named Cory Marin of Tequesta the first-ever Palm Beach PopStar.

Cory will be performing with Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops at their opening concert series “Contemporary Composers” on November 8 and 9 at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach and on November 10, 12 and 13 at the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Center for the Arts at FAU in Boca, along with a cash prize of $500. ... read more.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops Introduce New Chapter of the American Songbook with Contemporary Composers Series

October 23, 2007 – West Palm Beach, FL - In an effort to continue promoting the story of the Great American Songbook, Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops have included a new chapter with new characters in their first-of-its-kind “Contemporary Composers” concert series... read more.

Palm Beach PopStar Finalists Announced

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops announce the finalists for Palm Beach PopStar, the Pops’ first American Idol-style competition that sought talented amateur singers from South Florida. ... read more.

Deadline for Palm Beach PopStar Entries Extended to October 15th.

(September 26, 2007, West Palm Beach, FL) In searching for first-ever Palm Beach PopStar, the offices of the Palm Beach Pops have been flooded with submissions, as well as requests to accept late entries. To accommodate all potential PopStar participants, the deadline for entries has been extended until Monday, October 15, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. ... read more or visit the contest's page.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops Announce Search for First Ever Palm Beach PopStar

(September 6, 2007, West Palm Beach, FL) Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops invite talented individual singers to compete for the first ever Palm Beach PopStar... read more or visit the contest's page.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops Announce 2007-2008 Season

For Immediate Release: (April 4, 2007) Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops have been entertaining audiences in Palm Beach County for fifteen years and the 2007-2008 season offers the best of the American Songbook.  

The season starts November 8, 2007 at the Kravis Center with a salute to “Contemporary Composers”. This concert series features pieces written by musical legends Barry Manilow, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, John Williams, Billy Joel, and Michel Legrand.  Nov 8 & 9 at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach and Nov 10,12 & 13 at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton.

The second series of the season, “The Best of Broadway,” will have you humming along with Broadway’s brightest singing stars when Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops perform your favorite selections from Fiddler on the Roof, West Side Story, Les Misérables. Don’t miss this sensational evening at the Kravis Center Nov 26 & 27 and at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton Nov 29, 30 and Dec 1.

In January of 2008 “The Genius of Cole Porter” pays a tribute to the clever lyrics and sophisticated melodies of this all-American composer, songwriter and musical master. Anything goes, as special guest artists pay tribute to the unforgettable music of Cole Porter.
Jan 4 & 5 at the Kravis Center and Jan 7,8 & 9 at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton.

In February, Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops presents “The Best of Jimmy Van Heusen & Sammy Cahn”. This amazing concert showcases some of the 4-time Oscar and Grammy Award winner Jimmy Van Heusen’s greatest hits including Come Fly with Me, Here’s That Rainy Day, All the Way, Call Me Irresponsible, Darn That Dream, But Beautiful, and more.  Feb 4 & 5 at the Kravis Center and Feb 7,8 & 9 at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton.

The season continues in March when the Pops salute one of the most prodigious and famous songwriters in history when they present “America’s Composer – Irving Berlin & Friends”.  Mr. Berlin’s works include Cheek to Cheek, There’s No Business Like Show Business, White Christmas and many more. The essence of the American Songbook is captured in this concert series. At the Kravis Center Mar 3 & 4 and at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton Mar 5, 6, & 7.

The 2007-2008 Season concludes with “Remembering the King of Swing – Benny Goodman”  a tribute to the music of Benny Goodman.  By popular demand, this concert will feature the legendary big band singer Lynn Roberts and master clarinetist Ken Peplowski.  At the Kravis Center and April 8 & 9 and  at the Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton: April 11, 12, & 13.

For subscription tickets to Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops call the Palm Beach Pops box office at 561-832-7677 or 1-800-448-2472. All concerts begin at 8:00pm.  Programs, artists and dates are subject to change. No refunds.

Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to preserving the American Songbook and making the arts a part of basic education for children.  For information about the Palm Beach Pops In-School Youth Education Program, tickets for children and families, volunteer opportunities, and tax-deductible donations, please call 561-832-POPS

News Archive

(Palm Beach County)-May 22, 2007. In their continued commitment to introducing Palm Beach County grammar school children to the joys of the American Songbook and live orchestral performances, Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops held their 9th annual Spring In-School Youth Graduation finale concert May 14 at Sound Advice Amphitheater. The concert, which is free to the public, begins at 11 AM... read more

(July 12, 2006)- For years Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops have mentored gifted South Florida youth, between the ages of 6-18, under the auspices of their Florida Stars community outreach program. In 2006 12 year old Mark Mayea of Boca Raton was accepted into the program with great enthusiasm... read more.

(March 22, 2005)- Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops will celebrate Count Basie’s 100th birthday... read more.

(Palm Beach)- February 7, 2005 Maestro Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops welcomed board members, sponsors and honored guests to their annual pre-concert dinner... read more.

(Feb 7, 2005)-  Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops are thrilled to announce the upcoming 2005-2006 Concert Season and the fourteenth anniversary of the orchestra... read more.

(February 4, 2005)- It’s a tribute to “The Music of Peggy Lee”  when Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops presents Tony nominated singer/composer Ann Hampton Callaway... read more.

(January 21, 2005)- It’s a tribute to the Big Bands of the Swing Era when Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops presents “Swingin’ with the Big Bands II”... read more.

(Palm Beach)- On January 23, 2005 Hannah and Marvin Kamin welcomed Mayor Lois Frankel, Florida Atlantic University Dean of the School of Letters Dr. Bill Covino and other dignitaries... read more.

(Boca Raton)- On January 14, 2005 Maestro Bob Lappin and executive staff of the Palm Beach Pops conducted the second of three planned 2004-2005 Master Classes at Florida Atlantic University College of Arts and Letters... read more.

(December 20, 2004)-In a salute to one of America’s favorite songwriters Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops presented STAR DUST-The Music of HOAGY CARMICHAEL... read more.

(West Palm Beach)- The Brandeis Palm Beach East chapter hosted their gala luncheon December 13, 2004 at The Falls Country Club in Lake Worth... read more.

(Palm Beach)- On December 6, 2004 The Mar-a-Lago Club was filled with music as Maestro Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops hosted their annual “An Evening of Symphony and Diamonds”
event... read more.