The next show of the Arts Council of Greater Palatka’s High Life Jazz concert series is Thursday, September 15^th at 7 PM. The High Life Jazz venue is a quaint dim-light event held in the beautiful main room of the Larimer Arts Center, 216 Reid Street in Palatka. The Arts Council brings in extraordinary talent together with fancy hors d'oeuvres and fun beverages for an adult night of jazz, social life, and dancing. The early evening Thursday concert will feature JW GILMORE AND THE BLUES AUTHORITY jazzing up their repertoire for the occasion. Tickets are limited and are $15.

JW Gilmore is a vocalist and harp player with an impressive resume’, having played with Joey Gilmore, Tabby Thomas, Todd Hart and has done session work for Blue Beat Records. Franklin Williams, formerly of the sauce band and original member of The Drifters will be on the bass and vocals. La Robinson, the band leader from Street Life will lay down drums and vocals. Rounding out the group on guitar is Gary Coz, formerly from The Sauce Band. This collection of pro musicians claims 120 years of combined experience.

The High Life Jazz night has experienced great success and plenty of positive feedback from the community and beyond, attracting visitors to Palatka from surrounding areas to enjoy the comfortable setting, food, and quality music. The Arts Council of Greater Palatka, Putnam’s designated Local Arts Agency, is supported by members, the Putnam County Tourist Development Council and the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs. For more info, visit artsinputnam.org or call (386) 328-8998 to reserve tickets.