By Sarah Kuper
The Homewood Arts Commission and Magic City Smooth Jazz are hosting the second annual Jazz in the Park event April 9 at Central Park in Homewood.
This year’s concert will feature Birmingham native and nationally renowned jazz and classical flutist Kim Scott.
In addition to releasing three albums, performing with the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra and hosting a syndicated radio program, Scott is also the chair of the music department at the Alabama School of Fine Arts.
She said she always dreamt of being a performer, and with the help of supportive teachers, parents and the Birmingham community, she has been able to realize her childhood ambitions.
That’s why she said she is pleased to be this year’s performer.
“The city has always shown me so much love and has supported me from my very first album,” she said. “Birmingham is worthy of my gratitude!”
Scott recently released an album called “Southern Heat.” She said it is different from her first two because it is a dance album.
At the Jazz in the Park event, Scott hopes couples and families alike will come and enjoy some great music that will make them get up and dance or sit back and relax.
“I’ll have my band with me and we’ll make sure that everyone leaves musically satisfied!” she said.
Jazz in the Park begins at 3 p.m. and is free to the public. Organizers encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs and picnics.
For more information about the event, visit the Homewood Arts Council’s Facebook page.
For more information about Kim Scott, visit kimscottmusic.com.
