Join us for an enchanting afternoon of live jazz at The Betsy – South Beach on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Delight in the performance by the Leesa Richards Duo featuring Jim Gasior, part of the CreARTe Jazz Artist in Residence 2024 Overture to Overtown Series.
Leesa Richards, a soulful vocalist from Detroit, is known for her compelling storytelling and jazz-infused sound. A key player in Miami’s music scene, she has shared the stage with artists like Faith Hill, The Bee Gees, Kelly Clarkson, Gloria Estefan, and Carole King, and recorded with Barbra Streisand and Lenny Kravitz.
Jim Gasior, a distinguished pianist, jazz educator, and arranger, is an Associate Professor of Jazz and Instrumental Studies at Miami’s New World School of the Arts. He leads the acclaimed NWSA High School Jazz Ensemble, with students who have won accolades such as Downbeat Student Music Awards and GRAMMY High School Jazz Band honors.
Visit The Piano Bar for drinks and appetizers, or reserve a table for dinner at The Betsy’s LT Steak & Seafood to enjoy the live jazz performance. There is no cover charge or minimum.
Event location: 1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139