Dr. David Smith, jazz trombone

From "Swing to Bebop Jazz," please come out to witness the soulful sounds of jazz trombonist, David Smith. Selections will include songs from the Great American Song Book, and jazz standards by Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and Wayne Shorter. 

Join us Tuesdays in February at 12:15 p.m. for 25-minute concerts with guest musicians followed by lunch. Enter at our main sanctuary doors on SW 2nd Avenue. Bring your lunch or purchase one for $5. February 18 Lunch Menu: Cream of Broccoli Soup, SweetBerries Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, Montreat Apple Pie, Water, and Lemonade.

Dr. David Smith is a jazz trombonist originally from Boynton Beach, Florida. Upon his discovery of the trombone at the age of 12, he has pursued the instrument since then with a love for jazz music. He has performed with leading jazz musicians including legendary trombonist from the world-renowned Duke Ellington Orchestra, George "Buster" Cooper (1929 - 2016), Vincent Gardner, Wycliffe Gordon, Marcus Roberts, Jason Marsalis, Roland Guerlin, Rufus Reid, Leon Anderson, Rodney Jordan, John Gunther, and Dave Corbus.

Currently, he is the Director of Bands and Associate Professor of Music at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, FL. He teaches courses in American Popular Music and Jazz Improvisation and directs the SF Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, and Concert Band. In addition to his teaching duties, Smith maintains a busy schedule performing as a jazz soloist and guest artist in the Ocala and Gainesville communities, and throughout the North Florida region. His mission is to preserve America's original art form, "Jazz" by providing workshops on jazz improvisation, educational sessions on its rich history, and live performances for music enthusiasts and audiences of all ages.  Dave Smith