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This summer at a 7:30 p.m. every other Thursday — June 12 through Aug. 21 — the Community Arts Program (CAP) Summer Concert Series returns for a 40th year.
In the historic, Spanish-revival style setting of Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ, concertgoers have the unique opportunity to not only hear music by incredible classical and jazz musicians. Attendees also learn more about the music and each artist’s journey with music.
Since 1985, the Community Arts Program (CAP) Summer Concert Series has been attended by more than 70,000 concertgoers. It is a time-honored tradition that continued with virtual broadcasts to the world throughout the pandemic summers of 2020 and 2021, and gathered an average of 7,500 views each summer. This developed an extended audience that CAP welcoming on-ground again in the summer of 2025.
Throughout the school year, the Community Arts Program (CAP) also provides after-school music education with the CAP Conservatory for the Arts and its Miami Jazz Institute. These reach children and youth from over 58 Miami-Dade County Schools, no matter what students’ circumstance or ability.
“The Community Arts Program (CAP) Summer Concert Series is a rare opportunity to hear world-renowned artists in the intimate and beautiful Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ,” said Shelly Berg, dean of the Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music at the University of Miami.
“The CAP Conservatory for the Arts provides high-quality music education to children, many of whom would otherwise be denied access to the wonder of music and the beauty of the artistic spirit,” Berg added.
“We are very excited to welcome concertgoers on-ground again, and with the usual line-up of incredible artists this summer,” said Mark Hart, executive and artistic director of the Community Arts Program. “It’s an honor also to welcome concertgoers locally, from across the states and the globe, and a reward as well to see the growth of our after-school music education program for all children and youth.
Artist Roster – Cap 2025 Summer Concert Series
June 12 — Hot Fiddle — The Community Arts Program (CAP) 2025 Summer Concert Series begins with Hot Fiddle, virtuoso violinist Ashley Liberty and brilliant pianist Daniel Strange. Hot Fiddle promises an epic genre-busting ride from classical and jazz to fiddle and rock.
June 26 — Bridget Kibbey — Bridget Kibbey’s great musical instincts transcend the harp. Whether in duo with Kathleen Battle or Dawn Upshaw, or in solo recital, Bridget’s virtuosic and soulful power has audiences cheering.
July 10 — Anthony Hervey — Recently named by Grammy.com as one of the “10 Emerging Artists to Know,” trumpeter Anthony Hervey is captivating audiences worldwide as a featured artist, sought-after sideman, and as a visionary bandleader. With musical cohorts, Anthony brings a rich, New-York-style jazz feast.
July 24 — Leland Ko — Leland Ko took home joint, first prize at the prestigious 2024 Naumburg International Cello Competition! With pianist Adria Ye, and a program of Mendelssohn, Schumann, Debussy, and others, a must-hear concert awaits.
Aug. 7 — Ken Peplowski — Clarinetist extraordinaire Ken Peplowski brings a delightful program in Remembering the Original Benny Goodman Trio. Peplowski is joined with pianist Rossano Sportiello and drummer Kevin Dorn.
August 21 — Tyreek Mcdole — The second time a male vocalist has ever taken the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition first prize. The Community Arts Program (CAP) 2025 Summer Concert Series concludes with Haitian-American Tyreek McDole.
Tyreek is joined with piano, bass, and drums for a splendid evening of captivating music.
General Admission Ticket: is $35 in advance; $40 at the door. Patron Ticket: $50 in advance; $55 at the door.
Includes reserved, general seating within rows 1 through 9.
Patron Series Package: $270 ($30 savings) for all six concerts. Includes reserved, general seating within rows 1 through 9.
Patron Mini-Series Package: $190 ($10 savings!) four concerts of one’s choice. Includes reserved, general seating within rows 1 through 9.
Order tickets by calling 305-448-7421, ext. 12. VISA and MasterCard are accepted. For instant processing and confirmation anytime: Order tickets quickly, safely, and conveniently online at www.CommunityArtsProgram.org. All concerts are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Free and convenient parking is available.
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ is located at 3010 De Soto Boulevard (directly across from the Biltmore Hotel and five miles from Miami International Airport) in Coral Gables.
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