Jorge Saiz & Todd Reeves
Vicky Kerlagon, Demetrius Fuller & Myra Williams
Fran Schrader & Robert Black
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t was a night of dancing and Big Band music at the free community concert series held
by Sinfonia Gulf Coast on September 29. The evening, dubbed “Sinfonia Swings on
the Boulevard,” featured the Joe Gransden Big Band. Guests enjoyed the best view
in Grand Park with the VIP experience which included reserved seating during the
performance and a 3-course prix fi xe meal at Vintij Food & Wine, and also had fun with
family and friends and danced under the stars to some great big band tunes.
Sinfonia Gulf Coast is committed to entertaining, educating and inspiring the community
through imaginative and innovative musical programming. The organization’s goal is to
enrich and expand the traditional orchestral experience through unique artistic disciplines
and collaborations, enhancing Northwest Florida’s cultural vitality. Some of the acts this
2018-2019 season will be The Classical Connections feat. Accordionist Hanzhi Wang, Chris
Mann, will be featured at the Holiday Pops, Jane Lynch, Violinist Alexi Kenny and many
other outstanding musicians.
Sinfonia Swings on
the Boulevard
photos & story by
Zhalman Harris
Sandy & Brian Lumbatis
VIP Destin at Grand Boulevard
Lon Wilkins & Violet Monroe
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Jennifer Dannelly & Holly Brannan
Shae Brannan & Jeff Dannelly
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