HAPCO’s Swing & Groove Jazz Party FAMU Homecoming 2024
Schedule
Fri Nov 01 2024 at 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Parkview at Cascades 414 E Bloxham Street ~ Tallahassee, Florida 32301 | Tallahassee, FL
Friday, Nov 17:30-11:30
HAPCO’s Swing & Groove Jazz Party
FAMU Homecoming 2024
The Parkview at Cascades
414 E Bloxham St
Tallahassee, Florida 32301
Free general admission. Cash bar. Cigars for sale.
VIP Guest Area Tickets $35. World class CIGAR - Light cuisine - Preferred seating - Woodford Reserve Drink Special - VIP Badges
It’s gonna be a party, Rattlers! FAMU Homecoming Friday night JAM, upbeat tunes, food, drinks and cigars. Join us for a lively evening with friends, old and new!
Guitarist Joël C. Johnson has performed in over 36 countries. He is an Associate Professor of Music Industry, serving as the coordinator of Music Industry and Modern Guitar/Bass Studies at Albany State University.
We will be honoring Dr. Julian Earl White, retired Distinguished Professor of Music, Director of Bands and Chairman, FAMU Music Department. Under Dr. White’s leadership, the internationally acclaimed Marching 100 performed at three Super Bowls, The Grammys, The ESPY awards ceremony, CBS Game Day, and the Inaugural Parade for Presidents William Clinton and Barak Obama. The FAMU Wind Ensemble performed at the American Bandmasters Association Convention, and others.
Sterling Stevenson, the Voice of Bragg, will emcee the evening’s fun. Bahamian cuisine from Chef Rodney James. There will be amazing wines. Cigars from World-Class Barber Jeffrey Davis, owner of Astute Gentlemen Cigar & Barber Lounge in Dallas. VIP Swag Bags, drink specials all night, a local jazz legend will be spotlighted as a HAPCO Ambassador of the Year and more.
Proceeds benefit HAPCO Music Foundation, helping young musicians and artists build their better futures. Founded by FAMU Alum Joseph Patrick HAP McMullen, Incoming class of ’85.
Sterling Stevenson has been FAMU's The Voice of Bragg since 2018, the voice heard at Bragg Stadium games. He hosts "The Top 10 Countdown" on Soul95.com. He previously was a host on Orlando’s Star 94.5 FM.
World-class Barber Jeffrey Davis, owner of Astute Gentlemen Cigar & Barber Lounge in Dallas will be there! He will have a selection of world-class cigars for sale at the show, including the Astute Gentlemen private brand. Known for his old-school barber shop vibe, classic shave and cut styling, he’s been in the barbering business for over 40 years. Whether you want a vintage, classic or modern look, he is the Grooming Professional for The Astute Gentlemen! Established in 2023, the Lounge has a full humidor with a wide variety of cigars including the Astute Gentlemen private brand. You can also enjoy a great bourbon, whisky or beer with your barber services. https://www.astutegentlemen.com/
HAPCO Music Foundation helps disadvantaged young people use their musical, culinary and artistic talents to build their better futures. The non-profit organization has education and performance programs in Florida, Texas and Georgia. Students use their musical, culinary and artistic talents to fund their college education or to pursue professional careers. Info: https://hapcopromo.org
Where is it happening?
The Parkview at Cascades 414 E Bloxham Street ~ Tallahassee, Florida 32301, 414 E Bloxham St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-2424, United States,Tallahassee, Florida
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