Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops Celebrate The Genius of George & Ira Gershwin February 29, March 1–3 & 5–6, 2012
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
February 9, 2012
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops will “Strike Up the Band” and pay tribute to the “Fascinating Rhythm” of the amazing duo whose compositions bridged the worlds of Tin Pan Alley, Broadway, Hollywood and symphony halls around the globe. Special guest artists Lillias White, Broadway “Quadruple Crown Winner” whose achievements include Tony, Drama Desk, People’s Choice and Outer Critics Awards, Ken Peplowski, world-class clarinetist and legendary jazz guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli will join The Palm Beach Pops for a six night county-wide engagement. The fifth concert series in The Palm Beach Pops 20th Anniversary Season, “The Genius of George and Ira Gershwin” will be performed February 29 & March 1 at the Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, March 2, 5 & 6 at The Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU, Boca Raton and March 3 at the Eissey Campus Theatre at Palm Beach State College in Palm Beach Gardens.
The Palm Beach Pops deliver dazzling tribute to Satchmo
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
February 8, 2012
Music reviewer David A. Frye of the Palm Beach Daily News noted today that “The Palm Beach Pops has once again successfully combined some of the best music ever written with some of the finest musicians in the Southeast to create a fun evening in honor of one of the most loved performers of the 20th century.”
Tickets are still available for this exceptional performance that had Kravis Center concert-goers on their feet last night as The Palm Beach Pops closed “an enjoyable evening of true Americana” with a “full-tilt, Dixieland reading of When the Saints Go Marching In…”
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a fun-filled tribute to the legendary jazz great Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong!
Concerts are scheduled TONIGHT, FRIDAY & SATURDAY, Feb. 8, 10 and 11 at the Kaye Auditorium (FAU) Boca Raton & SUNDAY Feb. 12 at Eissey Theatre (Palm Beach State College) Palm Beach Gardens.
Seats are Still Available — Call 800.564.9539 (FAU) or 561.832.7677 (Eissey) or visit PalmBeachPops.org/armstrong
Palm Beach Pops Guest Artists Lillias White & Longineu Parsons to Visit Area Schools in Honor of Black History Month
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
January 30, 2012
In honor of Black History Month, Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops has arranged for guest artists Tony Award Winner Lillias White and renowned trumpeter and vocalist Longineu Parsons to speak to students at two underserved West Palm Beach elementary schools. Ms. White and Mr. Parsons will promote The Great American Songbook in a fun and educational presentation designed to introduce grammar school children to the joys of music, America’s musical heritage and live orchestral performances. The pair will appear at UB Kinsey/Palmview Elementary School and Westgate Elementary School on Thursday, February 9, 2012, in conjunction with The Palm Beach Pops’ ongoing mission to encourage young people to take an active interest in music.
The artists are in town to perform with The Palm Beach Pops in a rousing tribute to legendary jazz great Louis Armstrong. The concert series, entitled Wonderful World: A Salute to Louis Armstrong, will run February 6-12th at area venues.
$100,000 Matching Challenge Grant Awarded to The Palm Beach Pops
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
January 16, 2012
The Palm Beach Pops is the recipient of a $100,000 challenge grant that will be matched dollar for dollar, with a minimum donation level of $1,000. The anonymous donor has not only challenged the orchestra to raise $200,000, but also to secure additional matching funds above and beyond the original amount.
While South Florida's Premier Pops Orchestra is financially stable, it has seen a decline in sponsorships, general donations and corporate support. The orchestra plans to use the funding to attract guest artists and fund its nationally recognized Music & You In-School Youth Education Program, which has taught the fundamentals of music to nearly 90,000 underserved schoolchildren in Palm Beach County at no cost to the schools or taxpayers.
Interested donors are invited to contact Vallye Adams, Director of Development at 561-899-2082, donate online: www.palmbeachpops.org/donate or mail contributions to The Palm Beach Pops.
Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens Creates Music with The Palm Beach Pops
Whole Foods Market Marketing & Comunity Relations Team
January 13, 2012
Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens Community Giving Day to provide funds to The Palm Beach Pops on Wednesday, January 18, 2012. Shop January 18 at Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens and 5% of net sales will benefit The Palm Beach Pops Music & You Education Program. This program provides in-school youth music education helping to expose students to new learning experiences and positive role models while developing creativity, providing tools for communication and enabling students to build a strong sense of self. Palm Beach County students have the opportunity to participate in the Music & You Education Program at NO COST to the students, parents, teachers, schools or county.
Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 6101, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 691-8550
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops Honor the Legacy of Louis Armstrong February 6-8 & 10-12, 2012
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
January 13, 2012
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops celebrate the great Louis Armstrong with Tony Award Winner Lillias White and renowned trumpeter and vocalist Longineu Parsons to honor the everlasting legacy of this legendary musician. With a six-night South Florida engagement entitled “Wonderful World: A Salute to Louis Armstrong,” this concert will run February 6 & 7 at the Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, February 8, 10 & 11 at The Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU, Boca Raton and February 12 at the Eissey Campus Theatre at Palm Beach State College in Palm Beach Gardens. Fans will swing to the sounds of classic Armstrong standards such as "Hello Dolly," "Mack the Knife," and "Wonderful World," among many other favorites.
"An Evening with Clint Holmes" Reception with Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
January 11, 2012
A champagne reception followed the performance at the Kravis Center to honor opening night concert sponsor Ari Rifkin and patrons of The Palm Beach Pops. Guests enjoyed cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres followed by a presentation by Maestro Bob Lappin and Clint Holmes. Mrs. Rifkin was so moved by Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops and guest, Clint Holmes, that she announced her continued commitment to the orchestra due to the high caliber of the evening's program.
Clint Holmes, Palm Beach Pops offer wild ride down memory lane
Palm Beach Daily News
January 7, 2012
Clint Holmes returned to the Kravis Center stage Friday to help Maestro Bob Lappin and the Palm Beach Pops continue the celebration of the group’s 20th season. The evening featured a new show based on what singer/songwriter/entertainer does best: working a crowd with songs, stories and schtick, with a friendly persona and commanding vocals through quiet, introspective ballads and brawling big numbers alike.
Check out our recent radio interview with Clint Holmes!
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Vegas Entertainer Clint Holmes Premiers "INSPIRED" with Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops
Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops
December 20, 2011
Back by popular demand, Vegas entertainer Clint Holmes returns to join Bob Lappin & the Palm Beach Pops for their 20th Anniversary Season. He will be premiering his brand new show entitled "Inspired". This show includes a medley of songs that have inspired Clint. The concert will include music from Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin, Marvin Gaye, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Jackson, Lena Horne and more.
Since moving to Las Vegas, Clint has quickly become a favorite in the Las Vegas community as well as a rising star in the entertainment arena. He was selected as “Best Kept Secret” by Las Vegas Life Magazine, and “Best Singer” (two years in a row), "Best All-Around Las Vegas Performer” and “Favorite Male Las Vegan” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Clint was inducted into the Buffalo Musical Hall of Fame and into the Casino Legends Hall of Fame.
