Music and Performances

Music and other entertainment and performances on Bonaire

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Randal Corsen In Concert at Plaza Resort Bonaire

On Saturday, April 28th, 2007 beginning at 10:30 PM, the Randal Corsen Quartet will give a concert at the Tipsy Seagull Restaurant at Plaza Resort Bonaire.  The concert celebrates the release of Randal’s newest CD, “Armonia” that was recorded in New York during 2006. 

Admission to the concert on April 28th is NAFl 25.00 per person.  Additionally, a VIP package is available at a price of NAFl 117.50 per person, which includes the entrance to the concert, a three-course dinner at the Tipsy Seagull Restaurant prior to the concert, and ten drink vouchers.  Tickets are now on sale at the reception desk at Plaza Resort Bonaire.

Additional information is available by viewing the Plaza Resort press release by clicking here (in PDF format). (Source:  Plaza Resort Bonaire)

Monday, March 26, 2007

2007 Bonaire Heineken Jazz and Salsa Festival Announces Schedule

As reported earlier in the Bonaire Insider, the Bonaire Heineken Jazz & Salsa Festival will be held from May 16 through May 20, 2007.  This is the third annual event organized by the Bonaire Jazz Foundation, and the air will be filled with Latin and Caribbean jazz beats during the festival.

Performers will be arriving on Bonaire from Aruba, Holland, Curacao, the United States, Venezuela, and other locations for the various concerts that will be held over the festival days.  To view the current schedule and the TCB press release regarding the event (in Papiamentu), click here.  (Source:  TCB Release)

Thursday, March 22, 2007

Rotary Club Bonaire Announces 25th Anniversary Event Schedule

Bonaire’s Rotary Club will celebrate 25 years of supporting Bonaire this coming April, and the Club has announced a schedule of events for all to enjoy.

The Dutch Dixies, a dixieland band from Holland, last played on Bonaire in 2005, and they will be returning for several free concerts at various locations around Bonaire.  These concerts will be held from April 20, 2007 through April 29, 2007.  For a complete schedule of locations, click here.

Additionally, on April 27th, 2007, the Club will hold an exciting, high-speed, and fun auction of extravagant and extraordinarily items at the Plaza Resort.  Live entertainment will be provided, and a Caribbean buffet will be included in the price of admission (NAFl 125.00 per person; USD $70.22 per person).  This is one of the Club’s main fund-raising events to garner sufficient funds to continue with their current community project, Breakfast in Schools.

For additional information about the Rotary Club of Bonaire’s activities, click here.  (Source:  Rotary Club Bonaire web site)

Monday, February 19, 2007

Flamingo Rockers to Provide Live Entertainment at Bonaire’s St. Patrick’s Day Dance Party

On St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17, 2007 from 9:00 PM until 1:00 AM, the Flamingo Rockers will provide the live entertainment for a Dance Party at the Sunrise Restaurant, located at the Sand Dollar Resort Condominiums.

St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday celebrated in honor of the patron saint of Ireland by both Americans and Irish, wherever they may be.  The Flamingo Rockers, headed by Thomas Kinslow (originally from New York), play Rock ‘n’ Roll, Reggae, Motown, R&B, Reflection, Country, and Antillean Music.  They have performed at many other functions on Bonaire and are sure to add to the evening’s fun.

Tickets for the dance are NAFl 10.00 (USD $5.62) per person in advance or NAFL 15.00 (USD $8.43) at the door.  For additional information contact Thomas Kinslow +(599) 796-5352.  (Source:  Flamingo Rockers)

Note Update February 26, 2007: The Bonaire Insider has just been informed that there is a slight addition to the program.  Due to popular request, a dinner will be added to the evening’s festivities, highlighting Bonaire’s locally prepared Surinamese cuisine.  A dinner plate of nasi, bami, chicken, salad, and plantain will be included in the entrance fee.  However, the entrance fee has been adjusted to accommodate this change.  Tickets will now be NAFL 20.00 per person in advance (USD $11.24) or NAFL 25.00 per person at the door (USD $ 14.04).

Thursday, February 01, 2007

Freewinds Plans Benefit Concert to Support Bonaire Animal Shelter

The performing artists of the cruise ship Freewinds will hold a benefit concert on Sunday, March 4, 2007, with all proceeds going to the Bonaire Animal Shelter.

The Bonaire Animal Shelter will apply these proceeds to their sterilization fund, which provides free sterilization to cats and dogs belonging to owners who do not have the financial means for paying for the surgery.  The sterilization fund is very important, as it helps to limit unwanted births of puppies and kittens, who otherwise must try to make a life on the streets.

Tickets are only NAFl 25.00 each (USD $14.04), and will be going for a good cause.  Tickets can be purchased from any shelter volunteer, or call +(599) 787-0466 or +(599) 717-8721. (Source:  Bonaire Animal Shelter Volunteers)

Note Update March 3, 2007:  The concert has been postponed to Sunday, March, 18, 2007.

Saturday, December 16, 2006

International Bible School of Bonaire to Perform Christmas Concert

On Friday, December 22, 2006, at 7:30 PM, the choir of the International Bible School will perform a free Christmas Concert to all residents and visiting tourists on Bonaire.

All are welcome at the International Bible School, located on Kaya Amsterdam just by the traffic circle (round-about).  Various songs will be performed, including a children’s chorus, and traditional Christmas songs from different cultures and in different languages.  All are welcome, and there is no entry fee.  (Source:  International Bible School of Bonaire)

Thursday, December 14, 2006

Free Christmas Concert to be Held December 18, 2006

A free Christmas Concert, open to all residents and tourists on Bonaire, is scheduled for Monday evening, from 6:30 PM until 10:00 PM, in Wilhelmina Park.

The musical groups scheduled to perform are:  Tutti Frutti, Pali Wiri, Tio Roly, Krioyo Kids, FreewindsBand/Michelle Henderson, Kor San Luis Bertran, The 4 B’s. This will certainly be an enjoyable night for everyone attending. (Source:  BONHATA release)

Friday, November 24, 2006

Bonaire’s Surinamese Community to Hold Brasa Dey this Saturday, November 25, 2006

Bonaire’s Surinamese community organizes a cultural festival each year to celebrate Surinam’s independence.  This year, it will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at the Centro di Bario (neighborhood center) of Nord di Salina.  “Brasa Dey” literally means “give a hug”, and this year they will be celebrating Surinam’s 31st year of independence.

Those who attend may expect to see cultural dances, music, food, and entertainment in the Surinamese traditional manner.  Food will be available starting at 12:00 Noon, and then the celebration will begin around 4:00 PM.  (Source:  The Bonaire Reporter)

Monday, November 20, 2006

2007 Jazz Festival Dates are Announced

The Bonaire Jazz Foundation recently announced the 2007 dates for the third annual Heineken Bonaire Jazz & Salsa Festival, which will take place on May 17, 18, and 19, 2007, providing a long weekend of Latin jazz for visitors and residents alike.

This year, entrance will be free for the event on May 17th.  The two main concerts will also run from 7:30 PM until 1:00 AM.  In 2007, a greater emphasis will be placed on local Krioyo bands in the hope that a broader audience is reached.  Although details are still being finalized, event information will be posted on the Bonaire Jazz Festival web site as it becomes available.

(Source:  Various Internet sites)

Thursday, October 05, 2006

Bonaire Sailing Foundation Announces Schedule for Regatta Week

BSaF (Bonaire Sailing Foundation) has just announced the schedule for all activities during Regatta Week from Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 14, 2006.

The days will be filled with sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, micro boats, and fishing boats, all competing in several events throughout the week.  Special events abound including the Working Boat Parade, a Pia Pia 10-kilometer Walk, the Jong Bonaire Swim to Klein Bonaire, the FCB 36-kilometer Bicycle Tour. and even a parade of nations.

Nights will be filled with festivities on the Regatta Boulevard from Karel’s Beach Bar, City Café to the Wilhelmina Park, a variety of stands with food, souvenirs, games, shirts, bars, local and International live music and shows. There will be also live music groups with after midnight party at Karel’s Beach Bar, Pirate’s House, City Café. 

For additional information, click here.  (Source:  BSaF Web site)