UpState at the Phillips Center with Camille Thurman and the Darrell Green Quartet

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

As an accomplished composer, saxophonist, vocalist, and interpreter of the jazz tradition, Camille Thurman is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form. Her unique style combines both jazz standards and her own music, showing off her skills as a powerhouse singer and instrumentalist. Thurman’s performances...

UpStage at the Phillips Center with Jazz Vocalist Tatiana Eva-Marie

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Picture yourself in a cozy Parisian café where the air buzzes with conversation and the sound of swinging jazz. Tatiana Eva-Marie and her band bring that spirit to life with her warm vocals and expert fiddle and guitar work. Drawing from the traditions of Django Reinhardt, she weaves together French...

Trailblazing Flautist Anthony Trionfo

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Anthony Trionfo’s flute doesn’t just sing — it dances. With effortless charm and dazzling technique, Trionfo brings the great chamber music you know to life in a way that feels fresh and personal. Expect a program that is playful, thoughtful, and full of surprises, as this trailblazing flautist reshapes the...

VOCES8

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

VOCES8’s stunning performances are both emotionally moving and beautifully executed. VOCES8 approaches music with incredible skill and depth, creating a rich and layered sound that feels almost sacred. Their transcendent harmonies will lead you through centuries of music, from contemporary pop covers to timeless traditional and classical works. Don’t miss...

Jupiter String Quartet

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

What began as a shared love of chamber music among siblings and close friends has grown into one of the most celebrated quartets of their generation. Winners of the Banff and Fischoff competitions and recipients of the Avery Fisher Career Grant, they have become a cornerstone of the international chamber...

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Few orchestras capture the spirit and sophistication of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, whose 90-plus-year history encompasses over 50 recordings, international tours, and collaborations with the world’s greatest musical talents. With the legendary JoAnn Falletta at the podium and rising star Simone Porter joining on violin, this is a rare opportunity...

New Orleans Jazz with Tuba Skinny

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

You’ll be transported to the heart of the French Quarter with Tuba Skinny! Their story began on the famous street corners of New Orleans, and their music still carries that intimate, inviting feel no matter how big the audience. This soulful ensemble celebrates the vibrant golden era of 1920s and...

UpStage at the Phillips Center with the Emmet Cohen Trio

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Don’t miss the return of piano powerhouse Emmet Cohen: international jazz sensation and the heart behind the wildly popular Live From Emmet’s Place livestreams. With his signature hard-bop style and infectious groove, Cohen leads his top-tier trio in music that’s melodic, accessible, and downright fun. You’ll see why fans worldwide...

Pianist Evren Ozel

Squitieri Studio Theatre 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Seen as one of classical music’s brightest rising stars and winner of the Bronze Medal at the 2025 Van Cliburn Competition, Evren Ozel knocked us out last season when he accompanied Geneva Lewis. Known for his expressive, emotional playing and “refined restraint,” pianist Ozel takes the stage solo, fresh from...

UpStage at the Phillips Center with the Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Isaiah J. Thompson’s music is both sophisticated and accessible, creating a welcoming and melodic experience for all listeners. Thompson, who won the 2023 American Pianists Awards and the Cole Porter Fellowship in Jazz, is a pianist, bandleader, and composer. He has played with well-known artists like Ron Carter, John Pizzarelli,...

UpStage at the Phillips Center with Jazz Vocalist Lucia

Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

One of the brightest young talents in jazz and winner of the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, Lucía brings her rich heritage, artistry, and heartfelt authenticity to the stage. She treats each performance like a conversation with the audience: candid, emotional, and beautifully sincere. Singing in both English...