Join us for our annual event to celebrate Jazz and Spring in the Ozarks and to kick off our 27th Summer Concert Series. Hosted at the stunning grounds of the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, the Brant Jester / Peter Schlamb Quartet will take the stage under the tents. Pianist Brant Jester and vibraphonist Peter Schlamb lead this group of Kansas City’s finest with an evening of mainstream jazz. Tickets include heavy hors d’ oeuvres provided by Spring Street Grill and libations provided by Liquor World.
Sunday, May 4
Doors @ 5:30 PM
Music @ 6:00 PM
JAZZ IN BLOOM EXTRAS
This year's Jazz In Bloom will include a Classic CD Sale available for those of you who still play discs. Titles including Ella Fitzgerald, Wes Montgomery, Charlie Christian and more will be available at great prices.
We will also welcome an Arkansas author for a book signing and meet-and-greet with Joyce Pattillo Stubblefield. Her new book, Yours Truly, John: A Memoir is an intimate portrait of her brother and Little Rock native, John Stubblefield. John is among the most highly respected jazz saxophonists of his generation. He played with legendary musicians across the jazz spectrum and left a legacy of work over more than three decades as a bandleader, studio musician, and go-to saxophonist.
Members - $40 each (up to 4 tickets)
Choose general admission tickets and, at checkout, use the coupon code provided by email to members.
General admission - $50
5 VIP Tables (seats 4) available for $300 each.
Brant Jester is a jazz pianist, piano instructor, adjudicator and accompanist across the greater Kansas City area. Jester serves as a board member for the UMKC Jazz Friends. Brant has also performed with artists such as Carl Allen, Lynn Seaton, Bobby Watson, Bob Bowman, Julian Coryell, to name a few. His influences include Oscar Peterson, Kenny Barron, Dave Brubeck and Keith Jarrett.
Peter Schlamb is a vibraphonist and pianist based in Kansas City, MO. He is a versatile and sought after musician who maintains a busy schedule performing nationally and internationally. Peter spent several years in New York City where he graduated from New School University with a degree in Jazz Performance. He is an active member of several ensembles including Lost Wax, Logan Richardson’s Blues People & All Night Trio in addition to leading his own groups.
Botanical Garden of the Ozarks
4703 N Crossover Rd Fayetteville, AR 72764