![]() ![]() Trotman’s playing, though inspired by Grover Washington, Jr., Kirk Whalum and Najee, displays his own fresh ideas and distinctive tone. Elan Trotman has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. In 2021, we awarded $15,000 in scholarships and $65,000 have been awarded to over 30 Prince George’s County students since 2014.īeginning with some pre-event entertainment, on July 13, the VIP Unplugged Reception will feature the musical talents of Elan Trotman, a contemporary jazz saxophonist. In addition to enhancing the cultural arts and bringing quality entertainment to Prince George's, the festival and foundation hosts music workshops and provides college scholarships to students pursuing higher education in the arts. The traditional festival format will also return with an amazing line-up of artists and events. “The Lake Arbor Jazz Festival is the cornerstone event of the foundation,” he said. Also, we have added a Celebrity Golf Outing to the festival lineup of events,” said Kevin Alexander, Lake Arbor Jazz Festival’s Executive Producer.Īs the festival’s founder, Alexander has also been the President of Prince George's Cultural Arts Foundation since 2009. This is in addition to the Thursday Pre Festival Concert and Friday Summer White Affair, both being held at the Center for Performing Arts in Largo MD. “This year we are excited to add a second day of outdoor festival activities on July 17. The first 10 years of the Lake Arbor Jazz Festival featured a one day (Saturday) outdoor music event. Media Personality Tony Richards will host both days of the festival.Īfter a successful COVID-safe concert series at National Harbor, MD, the annual festival announced that they’re returning to the Lake Arbor community, where it first started 12 years ago. The event is led in part by the Prince George’s Cultural Arts Foundation, an organization that supports the growth and enrichment of Prince George's County culture through the development of collaborative platforms and community partnerships that promote music, drama, the fine arts, entertainment, sports, recreation, and other activities. The Lake Arbor Jazz Festival returns to Mitchellville, MD in central Prince George’s County, July 13-17, with a full weekend of great contemporary jazz and R&B music. ![]()
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