With 15 years of history, the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival is presented by David Manson and the nonprofit EMIT and features unique jazz artists in many jazz genres. Workshops and educational activities are also incorporated into the jazz festival. Concerts take place in the Museum of Fine Arts, American Stage and the Palladium Theater where pleasant acoustic environments and listening are the primary focus.

One night of great Latin Jazz on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the Sound in Clearwater, Florida and features Grammy award winning musician Jose Valentino. The free event is produced by David Manson & EMIT and Ruth Eckerd Hall, with support from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and South Arts Musicians from Brazil, Cuba, Colombia, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and the U.S. come together in a FREE concert of Latin Jazz at the BayCare Sound!

Where: Hard rock stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida When: Saturday, March 8, 2025 - Sunday, March 9, 2025 A staple in the global live jazz and R&B scene, Jazz in the Gardens is a vibrant celebration of Black culture. The festival showcases its rich diversity through music and art, featuring both legendary acts and rising local stars.

The Warehouse Arts District Association, in collaboration with the Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association, EMIT, Arts Axis, 7C Music, and Jazz on Arts Axis Florida hosted an important roundtable discussion on gun violence and a paired concert that featured the Instrument of Hope. The 2-part event took place at 7C Music and the ArtsXchange Outdoor Theater, located at 515 22nd Street South, St. Petersburg, on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 6:30 PM to 9 PM. St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch made a special appearance and gave a short speech.

"Jazz and Politics: Harmony & Discourse" is a monthly jazz concert series and panel discussion in St. Petersburg, FL hosted by the Warehouse Arts District Association, EMIT, Jazz on Arts Axis Florida, and the Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association.

The Tampa-based jazz ensemble Crisis: The Jazz Project features performing musicians who play in non-jazz bands around the Tampa Bay Area and play a cover of contemporary jazz artists like Roy Hargrove and Herbie Hancock. Their setlist also includes trumpeter and comedian Brad Gilmore performing a cover of "All of Me" with a Louis Armstrong twist.

Jason Atheney, also known as Jay Aye, immersed himself in the art of playing the saxophone during his entire grade school journey. However, when he entered college, the demands of "life" took precedence, and he temporarily set aside his musical passion. It wasn't until 15 years later when the urge to play resurfaced within him. In 2008, he found a Craigslist advertisement seeking a saxophonist for a ska punk band. Without hesitation, he responded, leading to an incredible journey with Victims of Circumstance. Together, they have produced numerous albums, embarked on three successful European tours, and graced the stages of multiple festivals both in the United States and abroad.

Eric Enfield captivates Florida audiences with his skills on keyboards, guitar, drums, and vocals. With a career spanning several decades, Enfield has shared the stage and recorded with numerous musical luminaries, leaving an indelible mark on the Southeastern and Midwest entertainment circuits with his mastery of old school technique and classic song craft. However, it is his ability to seamlessly blend traditional methods with the latest music-making technology that sets him apart.

The Jazz DaddyOs are a swing jazz band featuring 2 - 7 players. This high energy dance band plays vintage hits as well as Rock n' Roll, Classic Country, Oldies and R&B. The Jazz DaddyOs feature the finest entertainers including the bandleader Eric Enfield who’s delighted locals and international visitors as music director/band leader for 20 years on a New Orleans style Paddlewheel Riverboat with Starlite Cruises. Jazz DaddyOs offers an authentic New Orleans Jazz experience.