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All sessions feature our Musical Host Raphael Semmes
Featuring a Preview of the Township Jazz Festival!
The winds of March are blowing the warm tropical breezes our way just in time for next month's 19th annual Township Jazz Festival on April 11th right here in front of Fusion Coffeehouse. And right away some of you may be thinking "That's all good but what about April showers???" We asked Fusion host and festival co-founder Raphael Semmes about that, and his reply was, "Well, I'm no meteorologist, I'm a bass player, but I'm also a veteran of 18 of these events and for years I have relied on a piece of technology that has been right every year but one, I believe. The Old Farmers Almanac predicts that the weather for this year's fest will be 'Sunny and warm' and that's good enough for me!" Sounds like great weather for this year's festival, which will have distinct tropical vibe as we will feature musical styles from Puerto Rico and Brazil to the Caribbean and even the French Quarter! Whether you prefer breezy Bossa Novas and sultry sambas or cool Caribbean sounds and even a bit of jazzy Reggae, you'll likely hear it at this year's Festival along with, of course, Jazz standards, straight ahead Jazz, funky fusion and more.
This month's special festival preview show on the Jazz Spot at Fusion will feature live music from our host Raphael and some of the musicians who wlll be participating in this year's event, including percussionist Cucho Gonzalez and others. You will also hear about our Festival headliner, the great Jazz flautist Nestor Torres as well as the Tropicales straight out of New Orleans and from our friends at WJSU 88.5, the South's finest Jazz station. And of course Tripp will be giving you all the info you need to know to maximize your festival experience. Feel free to don your flip flops and flowered shirts for this special show designed to get you in the mood for the upcoming Tropical Township Jazz Festival!
Early arrival is recommended for best seating so come early and enjoy the Metro's best coffee along with a selection of Jazzy treats!
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Featuring Grammy-winner Nestor Torres! Visit the festival website for more info.
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