Join us for an unforgettable evening as WUCF 89.9 FM Jazz and More celebrates its 45th anniversary with 45 Years Of Jazz That Rocks!, a vibrant show that fuses jazz and rock. This special event will take you on a musical journey through the decades, featuring the music of Chicago, Steely Dan, Tower of Power, in addition to selections from our 45th Anniversary Playlist. This concert promises to have you dancing in the aisles!
45 Years Of Jazz that Rocks! combines the timeless charm of jazz with the electrifying energy of rock and will feature the Plant Street Pops Big Band and Grammy-winning conductor, performer, and host Matt Catingub. The show will also feature Grammy-nominated world-renowned drummer and percussionist Steve Moretti, under the direction of Grammy-nominated Per Danielsson, delivering an unforgettable big band jazz experience.
“We are thrilled to celebrate 45 years of bringing the best jazz music and artists to Central Florida with this unforgettable event," said Jennifer Cook, Executive Director of WUCF. "45 Years Of Jazz That Rocks! combines the spirit of jazz with the power of rock and will be a tribute to our rich history with a nod to our vibrant future, promising an experience that you won't want to miss.”
Join us for an incredible celebration of music, history, and community. It’s more than a show—it's an homage to 45 years of unforgettable moments and melodies with WUCF 89.9 FM. Get ready to rock your soul and jazz up your night!
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning July 9. To get the BEST seats and to support WUCF directly, donate now: HERE
Event Details:
Date: September 29, 2024
Time: Doors open at 2:30 p.m. and the show starts at 3 p.m.
Location:
45 Years Of Jazz That Rocks!: Garden Theatre, 160 W Plant St., Winter Garden, FL 34787
VIP Reception: Pilars Loft, 146 W Plant St., Winter Garden
Ticket Information:
Tickets are required for entry and range from $45 - 89.90. Students with a valid ID can receive a $10 discount on Premium or Standard tickets.
VIP tickets ($89.90 per ticket) include access to the VIP Pre-Show Reception, a welcome beverage, an advanced copy of our WUCF 45th Anniversary CD, and the best views of the stage. Premium tickets offer great views of the stage while supporting the continued success of WUCF, and standard tickets provide full views of the stage.
Parking Information:
Enjoy free street parking. Additionally, free garage parking is located directly behind the Theatre at 160 S Boyd St., accessible from Boyd or Lakeview Streets. Other parking options in the vicinity of the theatre can be found on the City of Winter Garden’s parking map.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.wucf.org/jazzthatrocks.
About WUCF:
WUCF TV and WUCF FM are Central Florida’s premier sources of compelling content and community engagement. As the sole-service PBS member station for nearly 4.5 million residents across nine counties, WUCF TV fosters curiosity and learning through award-winning local shows like Florida Road Trip and NewsNight, as well as extensive PBS KIDS programming.
WUCF Education has reached over 1.5 million people at in-person events and aims to engage children, empower caregivers, and support educators to build a community that helps change lives.
With over 45 years of broadcasting from the University of Central Florida, WUCF FM is a leading source of jazz available both on-air and online. Both WUCF TV and FM are community-supported public broadcasting entities from UCF. Learn more at http://wucf.org.
