Idyllic Funk Band are a high-powered, genre-blending ensemble rooted in the vibrant cultural fabric of Miami, led by drummer Daniel Washington. Seamlessly fusing jazz, Latin jazz, reggae, R&B, gospel and funk, the group offer reimagined standards and original compositions that move audiences. With a flexible roster that can include vocalists and additional instrumentalists, Idyllic Funk Band adapt to corporate, public and community stages while preserving deep musicality and warmth.
Their performances honor musical lineage—from the grooves of Tito Puente and Miles Davis to the spirit of Bob Marley—while carrying a contemporary, inclusive energy. The band’s recent residency-style engagements, including tributes such as A Night at Sir John’s Knight Beat, reflect their commitment to cultural memory and communal uplift. Whether in intimate venues or large outdoor showcases, Idyllic Funk Band deliver immersive, joyful soundscapes that invite connection and keep feet moving.
Anne’s adult children are off living their own lives, and her husband is busy with his career. So where does that leave Anne, who has built her identity around creating a family and being a good mother? On the night before her husband is set to leave on a business trip, her son comes home to sleep in his old room. Or does he? It’s impossible to know for certain in this riveting play about a woman whose inner life is constantly shifting.
For the first time, and with surprising and revealing insights, Kamala Harris tells the story of one of the wildest and most consequential presidential campaigns in American history. Written with candor, a unique perspective and the pace of a page-turning novel, 107 Days takes you inside the race for the presidency as no one has ever done before.
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Your Secret Service code name is Pioneer. You are the first woman in history to be elected vice president of the United States. On July 21, 2024, your running mate, Joe Biden, announces that he will not be seeking reelection. The presidential election will occur on November 5, 2024. You have 107 days.
Rock legends take center stage as the Frost Planetarium ignites with dazzling laser visuals during November’s Laser Evening. Experience the music of The Beatles: Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and Jimi Hendrix like never before.
Featuring the premier cultural creatives of our time, with a conversation between self-taught Afro-Cuban American painter and author Harmonia Rosales and former professional football wide receiver and art collector Desmond Howard. Rosales will share her journey from artist to author and discuss her new book, “Chronicles of Ori: An African Epic,” which features never before seen work by the artist.
Join us for a decadent co-host Creative Happy Hour with Studio Artera!
An exclusive evening for VIP's kick-off to Miami's 23rd annual Art Week at the InterContinental Miami. Immerse yourself in the luminous works of acclaimed French artist Diane Benoit du Rey, renowned for her architectural approach to light and space, Diane’s work has been celebrated across Versailles, Paris, and Design Miami. Now, she returns for one evening only to illuminate the InterContinental Miami.
Enjoy an evening of craft cocktails, light bites, and elegant networking with fellow art lovers, collectors, and cultural leaders.
As Miami’s original and longest-running contemporary art fair, Art Miami is a premier destination for acquiring significant works from the 20th and 21st centuries, drawing top collectors, curators, and galleries from around the world. Select Arts Biz Partners and Members are invited to claim exclusive VIP tickets to the 2025 Art Miami Preview on December 2nd at One Herald Plaza.
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) celebrates Miami Art Week with Art Bashment, a high-energy celebration infused with the sounds and spirit of the Caribbean.
The evening begins with an opening set by Silent Addy, setting the tone for a night of rhythm and revelry. Expect a reggae all-star line-up curated by Rohan Marley and legendary band Inner Circle, along with some unforgettable performances by special guests Ky-Mani Marley, Zion Marley, Jesse Royal, Jason Panton Dubwise® Miami, and Naomi Cowan.
Join in for a special opportunity to hear from artist Sharon Louden in the Knight Skylight Gallery at the Freedom Tower at 11:00 AM on December 6, 2025. Louden will be joined by Amy Galpin, Executive Director and Head Curator, Museum of Art and Design, Miami Dade College.
View Louden’s most recent commission, Windows of Freedom Tower, created in honor of the centennial of the Freedom Tower, a national historic landmark.
This reflective sculpture includes 101 sheets of aluminum and reimagines a room that was once a busy workroom for the Miami Daily News.
This event is free to attend with your Freedom Tower admission ticket.
Delve into the world of nail art with Full Set Project! Full Set Project explores the social and cultural impacts of the nail industry through a study of the artistry, entrepreneurship, and working conditions of nail techs while amplifying their voices.
Join us for a special screening of Nail Tech: Portrait of an Artist (2025) followed by a discussion with filmmakers Dr. Jillian Hernandez, Dr. Elena Guzman, and Dr. Aracely García-González; and internationally renowned, Miami Florida-based nail artist Kro Vargas.
