May 7 from 4-7 PM: Global Arts Project, Inc. and the Collins Park Neighborhood Association celebrate Haitian Flag Day featuring trumpeter Jean Caze. 2100 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. FREE!

Winner of the 2006 International Trumpet Guild Jazz Competition, and the 2004 National Trumpet Jazz Competition, Jean Caze has emerged as one of today’s most exciting voices in jazz. Jean has performed with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Najee, Arturo Sandoval , Roberta Flack, Al Jarreau, and George Duke to name a few. While attending High School in 2000, Jean performed with the legendary rock group “Chicago” live on NBC. In 2007, the Haitian-born trumpeter won second place in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition.

There will be a guest appearance by the dance troupe from the Haitian Arts and Culture for Children program. The afternoon will open with Dr. Ed Calle’s Student Jazz Ensemble, and there will be a Farmer’s Market courtesy of the Market Company.

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, 1 Hotel and Homes of Miami Beach.