Music

By Lisa Cyr Here I am social distancing on my back porch. A light breeze gently shaking the leaves, while puffy white clouds float beneath a blue sky. School is out and I can hear children playing in the streets, hopefully social distancing themselves from each other. Our outdoor cat,...

Fridays through May 3 | Old Florida Fish House on 30A By Lori Leath Smith Over the past few years, our area has become known as one of the best for songwriters to gather and perform some of their heartfelt lyrics and amazing vocals. Each has a story with a passion...

New Dates for CRESCENDO! Sinfonia Gulf Coast, our region’s only fully professional symphony orchestra, is pleased to announce the full line up for its annual fundraiser Crescendo! a cultural and culinary extravaganza. Festivities begin on Thursday, March 25 at 11 a.m., with a Crescendo! Kick Off Lunch at Bijoux Restaurant +...

Calling All Music Lovers to Support Young Aspiring Musicians “Most everyone enjoys listening to music. Whether that be in the car, on our cell phones, at the local restaurant, at home, outdoor events, with friends, and yes, even while shopping. Music sets the mood and instantly changes the atmosphere. Behind...

We continuously encounter music most every day of our life, whether consciously or not. But, we more consciously hone in on our music preferences when celebrating special occasions. Whether it be an anniversary celebration, an elegant wine dinner, a wedding, a festive Christmas party, a special corporate event, or...

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) kicked off its highly-anticipated 2023 Concerts in the Village Thursday, April 20. The area’s first live concert series is held each spring on Thursday evenings at the MKAF Dugas Pavilion in Destin. This year’s 28th annual family-friendly series will run from April 20 to...

Main Street DeFuniak Springs will host a concert on April 1 with accomplished singer-songwriter Bradley Gaskin, at the historic Florida Chautauqua Theatre in Downtown DeFuniak Springs. Bradley first gained notoriety in 2011, with “Mr. Bartender,” an original ballad showcasing his powerful voice and knack for storytelling. Following the success of...

Paradise Promotions of the Emerald Coast presents a Spectacular SPRING BREAK In Paradise Music Festival – March 11, 2022, at the Destin-FWB Convention Center (1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy., Fort Walton Beach). An all-day music event, it will feature three great bands performing five hours of Live Music on the...

Discover how Sinfonia Gulf Coast is redefining the symphony experience in its 2024-2025 season — with powerhouse performances, innovative concerts and can’t-miss events — in this exclusive Q&A. By Zandra Wolfgram For the 19th season you are once again “redefining the symphony experience” with fresh offerings. Tell us about the first...

As the familiar sounds of rock and roll from decades past begin to seep from the speakers and the lights slowly rise to bring to life four rock gods that command the stage with a prowess uncommon in today’s music industry that leaves the crowd begging for more. Hailing from...