Join us this year as we celebrate Reggae Fest, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. Reggae Amplified Lineup: 5:30 p.m. Da Squad 6:45 p.m. Seefari 8 p.m. The Meditations The Meditations - are roots reggae legends whose harmonies helped shape the sound of reggae music for generations. Formed by Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke, and Winston Watson, the group rose to international acclaim with songs and albums that became part of reggae’s foundation. Their voices can be heard alongside icons including Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Gregory Isaacs, Lee “Scratch” Perry, Sly and Robbie, and more. From ...

THE HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND are a fun-loving hot jazz & swing band from NYC. They have an eclectic mix of styles perfect for dancing, lindy hop, and good times! Since May 2022 the band has maintained a weekly residency at the prominent Manhattan nightclub, Somewhere Nowhere, and built it into one of the most popular jazz nights in New York City, averaging over 300 people each night year-round. Playing to mixed crowds of swing dancers, jazz fans, and large numbers of 20-30 year olds (curious about jazz via social media), the band developed a unique & high energy approach ...

Joanne Shaw Taylor was discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the age of 16, quickly earning a spot on tour with his supergroup, D.U.P., and launching a remarkable career. Celebrated for her extraordinary guitar skills, Joanne has garnered acclaim from notables like Jimmy Cliff, Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Wonder, and Annie Lennox. By her 30s, she became one of the most sought-after guitarists in rock. Joanne released her debut album, White Sugar, in 2009 on Ruf Records, showcasing her distinct soulful voice and advanced songwriting. She followed with critically acclaimed albums like Diamonds In The Dirt (2010) and Almost ...

The Cincinnati-based Latin music ensemble Son Del Caribe is widely acknowledged by both dancers and listeners as the top salsa band in Ohio.  The band's exciting, energetic, eclectic and very danceable pan-Caribbean, pan-American sound includes salsa and other styles of Latin dance music such as merengue, cumbia, son, bomba, plena, and bachata. Son Del Caribe has been the band accompanist of big artists, who have been awarded the prestigious Grammy in Latin Music, Lalo Rodriguez and Andy Montanez. Locally, this talented ensemble has participated in concerts with international musical bands such as Grupo Niche and Puerto Rican Power. Son Del Caribe is led ...

The UD New Horizons Music Program and the Dayton Celebration Chorus bring the community together through the shared joy of music. Based at the University of Dayton, these ensembles welcome adults of all experience levels, creating a space where learning, creativity, and connection thrive side by side. The UD New Horizons Music Program gives adults the opportunity to begin or continue their musical journey in a supportive and encouraging environment, while the Dayton Celebration Chorus lifts audiences with rich harmonies and spirited performances. Together, these groups celebrate lifelong learning and the power of music to build friendships, inspire confidence, and ...

Join us this year as we celebrate Jazz Fest, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. Jazz Amplified Lineup: 5:45 p.m. SaxTone Arrington 6:45 p.m. Nasty Nati Brass Band 8 p.m. Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin Photo taken in Los Angeles on 04/24/24 Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin - “Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band feat Elliott Yamin, make their return to Levitt Pavilion Dayton on Saturday, September 19th in support of their new album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original vocals and 4 new original ...