Exploring Jazz with Lenora Zenzalai Helm

Prepare to clap, dance, and enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of discovering more about yourself through the music and movement of American jazz. Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation Artist in Residence Dr. Lenora Helm Hammonds—professionally known as Lenora Zenzalai Helm—takes the stage with her trio: bassist Mimi Jones, pianist Miki Hayama, and drummer Thomas Taylor. Together, they share their passion for teaching through the arts, creating engaging, arts-integrated experiences that connect, uplift, and inspire. Get ready for an afternoon of stunning vocals, dynamic performances, and what many describe as “the most fun we’ve had at an arts performance!”