Gullah originated in West Africa and means “a people blessed by God.” And Ranky Tanky translates loosely as “work it” or “get funky”! It’s in this spirit that jazz musicians Quentin Baxter, Kevin Hamilton, Charlton Singleton and Clay Ross, with celebrated Lowcountry singer Quiana Parler, perform Gullah music that evolved from the coastal region of South Carolina and Georgia. Selections range from ... +

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Based on the smash hit film, the award-winning musical will star Grammy® Award-nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. THE BODYGUARD features a host of irresistible classics including “Queen ... +

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Kenneth Broberg -Minnesota native- wins audiences with his tremendous technique and the emotion he conveys through his playing. He has starred as soloist with U.S., British, and Australian orchestras, and in broadcasts on NPR and ABC (Australian) radio. Kenneth Broberg, Piano Silver Medalist, 2017 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition A South Florida Debut Concert Young Artists Series Program to include: Franck/Prélude, Fugue ... +

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One of India’s reigning cultural ambassadors, Zakir Hussain has elevated the status of the tabla, a centuries-old instrument consisting of two hand drums, famously played by his father, Alla Rakha. After mastering classical music, Hussain went on to collaborate with the Grateful Dead and other artists. Accompanied by flautist Rakesh Chaurasia, the virtuoso percussionist is globally known for breathtaking performances that showcase ... +

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