HAPCO presents
International Jazz Day Concert Apopka
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Featuring: The Eighth Note Collective and Josephine Swing
Location: Apopka Amphitheater – 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway – Apopka, FL
City of Apopka Saturday Sounds Series
Admission: Free
Get ready for an evening of upbeat, feel-good jazz featuring The Eighth Note Collective and Josephine Swing.
Part of the City of Apopka’s Saturday Sounds series, HAPCO’s International Jazz Day Concert Apopka is Saturday, April 18, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Apopka Amphitheater.
Expect lively rhythms, soulful solos and plenty of swing as outstanding local musicians bring the amphitheater stage to life. From smooth grooves to big band energy, it’s a perfect night for music lovers of all ages.
Enjoy dinner and treats from local food trucks or bring your own picnic to enjoy throughout the evening.
The amphitheater offers 1,360 seats plus lawn space, so bring blankets or chairs if you’d like to relax on the grass. Picnic baskets and coolers are welcome.
Featured Performers
The Eighth Note Collective is a dynamic group of local jazz standouts known for their creative flair incorporating notes of classic jazz, blues, Latin rhythms and other high energy styles. They are Caila Carter, Paul Chong-You, Jose Figueroa, Derrick Harris, Ed Krout and Rion Smith.
Also bringing the big band swing is Josephine Swing, a lively ensemble of alumni from the Orlando Youth Chamber Ensembles led by Santiago Parra-Romero. Their set features highly danceable classics along with fresh original compositions.
The evening will be hosted by Sterling Stevenson, known as “The Voice of Bragg” at Bragg Memorial Stadium and host of The Top 10 Countdown on Soul95.com.
Celebrate International Jazz Day with a joyful evening of music, community and great vibes in Apopka.
Presented by the City of Apopka and the HAPCO Music Foundation.
Funding provided by the Music Performance Trust Fund.
Powered by Community Partners Duke Energy, Empire Finish Systems, Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation and Walmart.
A HAPCO Music Foundation and Steglich Ross & Associates production.
About
The City of Apopka Parks and Recreation division provides a variety of wholesome, innovative and environmentally diverse recreation programs, activities, and facilities that will enrich the lives of the citizens of Apopka through quality leadership, fiscal stability and responsible planning. The City of Apopka’s Saturday Sounds is a free family-friendly concert series that showcases local artists and tribute bands covering a wide range of genres from country to rock and everything in between.
HAPCO Music Foundation helps disadvantaged young people use their musical, culinary and artistic talents to build their better futures. The non-profit organization has education and performance programs in Florida, Texas and Georgia. Students use their musical, culinary and artistic talents to fund their college education or to pursue professional careers.
Steglich Ross and Associates creates compelling events to help drive brand awareness and event attendance. With over 30 years in the meetings and convention industry, they champion a highly collaborative process with their clients to strengthen brand equity and build engagement.
Funding provided by The Music Performance Trust Fund (MPTF). The non-profit’s mission includes contributing to the public knowledge and appreciation of music, as well as making music a part of every child’s life experience. It funds projects that provide admission-free, live, quality music, performed by professional musicians to the public of all backgrounds throughout the United States and Canada.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) officially designated April 30 as International Jazz Day in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe. Each year, this international art form is recognized for promoting peace, dialogue among cultures, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity; eradicating discrimination; fostering gender equality; and promoting freedom of expression.