PROGRAM
Kevin Fitzgerald Conductor
Travis Birch Vocalist
Chris Blem Vocalist
Max Chernin Vocalist
Scott Coulter Vocalist & Spot-On Entertainment Founder
Lisa Howard Vocalist
John Boswell Pianist
After 18 months of planning, the Jacksonville Symphony debuts its first world premiere Pops program, co-produced with Spot-On Entertainment, honoring the carefree, iconic music of Jimmy Buffett and “fins." Raise a glass to Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys and more. Celebrated vocalists join the Symphony to bring sun-kissed stories and laid-back hits to life, capturing the romance of the islands and the power of the surf. Grab a margarita and sing along to “Come Monday,” “Fins,” “Kokomo,” “Don’t Worry, Be Happy,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Brown-Eyed Girl” and many others. Escape to the vibes and breeze of paradise inside Jacoby Symphony Hall. Island attire encouraged!
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FEATURED ARTISTS
Kevin Fitzgerald Associate Conductor
American conductor Kevin Fitzgerald is a formidable musical leader. In July 2023, he won the Special Prize for the Best Performance of the Contemporary Piece at The Mahler Competition. Fitzgerald is the first conductor to win this award, sponsored by the Mahler Foundation, which led to him conducting the world premiere of Bernd Richard Deutsch's Con Moto with the Bamberger Symphoniker during the final concert of the competition...continue reading
Travis Birch Vocalist
Travis Birch has been playing guitar and singing professionally since he was 15 years old. With deep roots in Christian and country music, his range and tone allow him to cross into various other genres as well. Residing in Nashville for the past 25 years, Travis has performed at nearly every notable venue, from the bustling streets of Broadway to the intimate setting of the Bluebird Cafe... continue reading
Chris Blem Vocalist
Chris Blem is a world-class vocalist who has captivated audiences across the globe, performing with some of the most prestigious symphonic orchestras. From the Tokyo Philharmonic to the San Diego Symphony, Chris has shared the stage with man renowned ensembles including... continue reading
Max Chernin Vocalist
Max Chernin was most recently seen in the award-winning Broadway revival of Jason Robert Brown and Alfred Uhry’s Parade. Hailing from Shaker Heights, Ohio, Max made his Broadway debut in Steve Martin & Edie Brickell's Bright Star and went on to join the Broadway revival of Sunday in the Park with George starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford... continue reading
Scott Coulter Vocalist & Spot-On Entertainment Founder
Scott Coulter is one of New York’s most honored vocalists having received five MAC Awards (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs), five Bistro Awards and two Nightlife Awards for Outstanding Vocalist. He’s performed at most of NYC’s top rooms including Birdland, 54 Below, The Oak Room at the Algonquin, and Feinstein’s at The Regency... continue reading
Lisa Howard Vocalist
Lisa Howard is currently playing Unsinkable Molly Brown in the Off-Broadway hit Titanique. Recently, Lisa played the Witch in Into the Woods at The Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis and toured the country as Madame Morrible in the national tour of Wicked. Broadway credits include as Tammy in the new musical Escape to Margaritaville. Before that, she was a Drama Desk Nominee for her starring role of Jenny Steinberg in the musical comedy It Shoulda Been You directed by David Hyde Pierce... continue reading
John Boswell Pianist
JOHN BOSWELL has served as musical director for Judy Collins, Andy Williams, Bob Newhart, Scott Coulter, Maude Maggart, Faith Prince, Carmen Cusack, Babbie Green, Jason Graae and a host of other fine talents. John played the role of “Moose” in the national tour of Crazy For You and has appeared on The Tonight Show, Today Show, CBS This Morning, Regis And Kathie Lee... continue reading
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World Premiere · Co-produced by Jacksonville Symphony & Spot-On Entertainment
The Saturday performance is sponsored by Jenkins Hyundai of Jacksonville.