Artis—Naples (Ubben Signature Event Space), 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd, Naples, FL, 34108

Grand Piano Series Narrative Musicales Beethoven and Joplin
Konstantin Soukhovetski, piano
Joplin — Maple Leaf Rag Joplin — The Cascades Clarence “Pine Top” Smith — Boogie Woogie Beethoven — Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111
Expect the unexpected.
In this Narrative Musicale, Konstantin Soukhovetski traces Beethoven’s surprising influence on the American musical imagination — from Scott Joplin’s ragtime to the birth of boogie-woogie. How does a rhythm, a gesture or a harmonic cadence travel across the Atlantic and reappear a century later in an entirely new world? You’ll find out.
Improvisation abounds as this multimedia performance reveals hidden musical connections across time, geography and culture. American music emerges as a quintessential expression of the New World — vibrant, multicultural, rebellious and original — while the Old World reveals itself as an unexpected laboratory for musical disruption.
Narrative Musicales is presented in collaboration with <a href="https://artisnaples.org/subscriptions/grand-piano-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Grand Piano Series</a>, an indepdendent nonprofit organization.
 Konstantin Soukhovetski Konstantin Soukhovetski is a pianist, composer and educator recognized for his distinctive concert programming and multimedia performances. A laureate of 17 international competitions, he has appeared at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Wigmore Hall and The Louvre, performing in recital and with orchestras throughout the United States and Europe. Recent highlights include a Scotland tour with Absolute Classics and appearances at PianoFête in Vashon, Washington.
As director of education and community engagement at Grand Piano Series, Soukhovetski curates the series’ Narrative Musicales—multimedia programs that combine live music, storytelling and visual elements—and oversees Grand Piano Series' educational and outreach initiatives with schools and seniors in Lee and Collier counties.
Beyond the piano, his work includes composition, libretti and interdisciplinary collaborations in dance and film. His recording, Yuliya: Forgotten Songs of Julie Weissberg Rimsky-Korsakov, with soprano Sarah Moulton-Faux, was released on Azica Records. He is a voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammy) and serves on the faculty of The Juilliard School. Born in Moscow to a family of prominent artists, he studied piano and composition at the Central Music School of the Moscow Conservatory. Soukhovetski has been a resident of Naples since 2024.
 Grand Piano Series Grand Piano Series is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), tax-exempt and financially self-supporting organization. Founded in 2016 by Milana Strezeva and Raniero Tazzi, Grand Piano Series is a nonprofit concert and education organization that seeks to enrich the cultural life of the Southwest Florida community with memorable concerts by international artists of the highest caliber, along with a dynamic program of community outreach for all ages, including programs for over 10,000 students each year in Collier and Lee counties.
For more information, visit <a href="https://grandpianoseries.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">grandpianoseries.org</a>.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147432/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Narrative Musicale: Beethoven and Joplin

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Narrative Musicale: Beethoven and Joplin

Grand Piano Series Narrative Musicales Beethoven and Joplin
Konstantin Soukhovetski, piano
Joplin — Maple Leaf Rag Joplin — The...

Edison National Bank

Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands is inviting the Southwest Florida community to participate in its fraud, scams and identity theft session on Saturday, July 18. 
Local law enforcement agencies will have an open discussion and question-and-answer session to help residents recognize and report scams and detect, protect and report fraud and abuse. 
The session will be presented by a representative of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Edison National Bank’s River District office, located at 2105 First St. in Fort Myers. 
Seating is limited. For more information or to RSVP, contact John Ammons at 239-466-1800.&nbsp; 
To learn more about Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands, visit <a href="https://www.edisonnationalbank.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">EdisonNationalBank.com.</a>

Local Event: Frauds, Scams and Identify Theft Session

Frauds, Scams and Identify Theft Session

Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands is inviting the Southwest Florida community to participate in its fraud, scams and...

Bay Street Yard

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Police and Fire Appreciation on Thursday, July 23, from 5 to 10 p.m.&nbsp; 
The themed evening will recognize local police officers and firefighters with live entertainment, networking opportunities and specialty drink offerings at Bay Street Yard’s outdoor entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers.&nbsp; 
Police officers and firefighters can enjoy select $10 specialty cocktails, $8 house liquors, $4 seltzers and $4 domestic draft beers throughout the evening. Eligible industry groups also can receive a 10% discount on qualifying private event bookings at Bay Street Yard. Certain restrictions and minimums apply.&nbsp; 
Police officers and firefighters must present a valid department badge or official identification to receive drink specials.&nbsp; 
Bay Street Yard is located at 2136 Bay Street in downtown Fort Myers and offers seating for over 300 guests with two full-service bars, onsite food trucks and a variety of outdoor games such as cornhole, ping pong and more. General admission is free, and VIP suites and tables can be reserved. Visit <a href="https://baystreetyard.com/specials-events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BayStreetYard.com/Specials-Events</a> for more information.

Local Event: Bay Street Yard: Police and Fire Appreciation – Industry Night

Bay Street Yard: Police and Fire Appreciation –...

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Police and Fire Appreciation on Thursday, July 23,...

Bay Street Yard: Police and Fire Appreciation – Industry Night

Chubby Mermaid Brewing Co

Grumpy Goat Coffee’s next Wandering Goat event is Saturday, July 25, 3 - 7 p.m. at Chubby Mermaid Brewing, 28292 Industrial Rd. #1, Bonita Springs. The event continues a new direction for the annual Wandering Goat summer series, shifting the focus of the popular community events toward building awareness about the Bonita Estero Rail Trail (BERT) initiative.&nbsp;

The event will feature the relaunch of the Chubby Goat, a craft beer collaboration. The Chubby Goat is a Scotch ale style Wee Heavy conditioned on Grumpy Goat's Vietnamese coffee beans.

The event is open to the public. Attendees can meet their local master coffee roaster, craft brewer and other artisan food and beverage experts in a casual, family and pet friendly setting.
Additional exhibitors include Pansardo Italian Food Specialties, The Hoppy Homestead, Kristi’s Key Lime Cookies, Olde Naples Chocolate, Bombshell Hot Sauce and Bailey’s Beer Biscuits. Event questions can be submitted at grumpygoat.com.

Local Event: Wandering Goat’s next stop is Chubby Mermaid Brewing

Wandering Goat’s next stop is Chubby Mermaid...

Grumpy Goat Coffee’s next Wandering Goat event is Saturday, July 25, 3 - 7 p.m. at Chubby Mermaid Brewing, 28292 Industrial Rd....

Wandering Goat’s next stop is Chubby Mermaid Brewing

Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.
Now playing at Hilton Garden Inn in Fort Myers, FL, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.
Planning a group celebration or private event in Fort Myers? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.Happens on the following Dates: Jul 11, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Jul 25, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/148609/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Fort Myers, FL

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery...

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter,...

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Fort Myers, FL

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Hospitality Professionals Appreciation on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 10 p.m.&nbsp; 
The themed evening will recognize local bartenders, servers, chefs, hotel staff and hospitality professionals with live entertainment, networking opportunities and specialty drink offerings at Bay Street Yard’s outdoor entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers.&nbsp; 
Hospitality professionals can enjoy select $10 specialty cocktails, $8 house liquors, $5 shots, $4 seltzers and $4 domestic draft beers throughout the evening. Eligible industry groups also can receive a 10% discount on qualifying private event bookings at Bay Street Yard. Certain restrictions and minimums apply.&nbsp; 
Hospitality professionals must present a valid proof of employment within the hospitality industry to receive drink specials.&nbsp; 
Bay Street Yard is located at 2136 Bay Street in downtown Fort Myers and offers seating for over 300 guests with two full-service bars, onsite food trucks and a variety of outdoor games such as cornhole, ping pong and more. General admission is free, and VIP suites and tables can be reserved. Visit <a href="https://baystreetyard.com/specials-events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BayStreetYard.com/Specials-Events</a> for more information.

Local Event: Bay Street Yard: Hospitality Professionals Appreciation – Industry Night

Bay Street Yard: Hospitality Professionals...

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Hospitality Professionals Appreciation on Thursday,...

Bay Street Yard: Hospitality Professionals Appreciation – Industry Night

Artis—Naples

Recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant, American pianist Mackenzie Melemed is recognized for his nuanced artistry, technical finesse and deeply communicative performances. Praised by The New York Times as “an excellent young pianist,” he brings a rare combination of clarity, imagination and emotional depth to the stage.
A laureate of the American Pianists Awards and the China International Music Competition, Melemed has appeared as a soloist with The Philadelphia Orchestra, Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra and other leading ensembles, and he has performed at Carnegie Hall and major venues worldwide. A Steinway &amp; Sons Artist and graduate of The Juilliard School, he is known for thoughtful programming that bridges core repertoire with rare discoveries. His Keys Across America project reflects a commitment to expanding the American piano canon and connecting with audiences through curiosity, storytelling and exploration.
Since 2020, Melemed has been based in Finland. Following his success at the Maj Lind Piano Competition and aided by his fluency in Finnish — developed during studies at Columbia University — he has established a strong presence across the country, performing with leading orchestras and appearing at major festivals.
Konstantin Soukhovetski is a pianist, composer, and educator recognized for his distinctive concert programming and multimedia performances. A laureate of 17 international competitions, he has appeared at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Wigmore Hall, and The Louvre, performing in recital and with orchestras throughout the United States and Europe. Recent highlights include a tour of Scotland with Absolute Classics and appearances at PianoFête in Vashon, Washington.
As Director of Education and Community Engagement at Grand Piano Series, Konstantin curates the series’ Narrative Musicales—multimedia programs that combine live music, storytelling, and visual elements—and oversees Grand Piano Series’s educational and outreach initiatives with schools and seniors in Lee and Collier counties.
Beyond the piano, his work includes composition, libretti, and interdisciplinary collaborations in dance and film. His recording, Yuliya: Forgotten Songs of Julie Weissberg Rimsky-Korsakov, with soprano Sarah Moulton-Faux, was released on Azica Records. He is a voting member of the Recording Academy (GRAMMY) and serves on the faculty of The Juilliard School. Born in Moscow to a family of prominent artists, he studied piano and composition at the Central Music School of the Moscow Conservatory. Konstantin has been a resident of Naples, FL, since 2024.
Program Cowboys. Storms. Silence. Fireworks. Hosted by Konstantin Soukhovetski, Keys Across America brings frontier imagery and expansive sound into vivid focus with Finland-based, award-winning pianist Mackenzie Melemed in a program defined by contrast and character. Music by Aaron Copland, Amy Beach, Jaakko Kuusisto and Louis-Moreau Gottschalk collides, moving from frontier energy and open-range exuberance to romantic introspection, Nordic stillness and flashes of dazzling virtuosity — altogether forming a vivid portrait of America as a living crossroads of dances, dreams and diverse musical sensibilities.
Copland — Buckaroo Holiday from Rodeo Suite Beach — Ballade, Op. 6 Jaakko Kuusisto — Jurmo, Op. 31 Gottschalk — Union (Paraphrase on National Airs), Op. 48<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147434/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Narrative Musicale: Keys Across America

Narrative Musicale: Keys Across America

Recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant, American pianist Mackenzie Melemed is recognized for his nuanced artistry,...

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Real Estate Professionals Appreciation on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 5 to 10 p.m.&nbsp; 
The themed evening will recognize real estate agents, brokers, mortgage loan officers, title professionals, inspectors and appraisers with live entertainment, networking opportunities and specialty drink offerings at Bay Street Yard’s outdoor entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers.&nbsp; 
Real estate professionals can enjoy select $10 specialty cocktails, $8 house liquors, $4 seltzers, $4 wines and $4 domestic draft beers throughout the evening. Eligible industry groups also can receive a 10% discount on qualifying private event bookings at Bay Street Yard. Certain restrictions and minimums apply.&nbsp; 
Real estate professionals must present a valid state-issued professional license to receive drink specials. 
Bay Street Yard is located at 2136 Bay Street in downtown Fort Myers and offers seating for over 300 guests with two full-service bars, onsite food trucks and a variety of outdoor games such as cornhole, ping pong and more. General admission is free, and VIP suites and tables can be reserved. Visit <a href="https://baystreetyard.com/specials-events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BayStreetYard.com/Specials-Events</a> for more information.

Local Event: Bay Street Yard: Real Estate Professionals Appreciation – Industry Night

Bay Street Yard: Real Estate Professionals...

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Real Estate Professionals Appreciation on Thursday,...

Bay Street Yard: Real Estate Professionals Appreciation – Industry Night

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Veterans and Military Appreciation on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in recognition of Veterans Day.&nbsp; 
The themed evening will recognize military members and veterans with live entertainment, networking opportunities and specialty drink offerings at Bay Street Yard’s outdoor entertainment venue in downtown Fort Myers.&nbsp; 
Veterans and military personnel can enjoy select $10 specialty cocktails, $8 house liquors, $5 shots, $4 seltzers and $4 domestic and craft beers throughout the evening. Eligible industry groups also can receive a 10% discount on qualifying private event bookings at Bay Street Yard. Certain restrictions and minimums apply.&nbsp; 
Military personnel and veterans must present a valid military ID or veteran identification to receive drink specials.&nbsp; 
Bay Street Yard is located at 2136 Bay Street in downtown Fort Myers and offers seating for over 300 guests with two full-service bars, onsite food trucks and a variety of outdoor games such as cornhole, ping pong and more. General admission is free, and VIP suites and tables can be reserved. Visit <a href="https://baystreetyard.com/specials-events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BayStreetYard.com/Specials-Events</a> for more information.

Local Event: Bay Street Yard: Military and Veterans Appreciation – Industry Night

Bay Street Yard: Military and Veterans...

Bay Street Yard is continuing its Industry Appreciation Nights series with Veterans and Military Appreciation on Wednesday,...

Bay Street Yard: Military and Veterans Appreciation – Industry Night

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