Founded in 1992 by music director and conductor, Bob Lappin, The Palm Beach Pops has distinguished itself as a world-class pops orchestra.
The Palm Beach Pops Orchestra present over 35 concerts featuring special guest artists and the music of The Great American Songbook at venues across the country as well as The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach, The Carole & Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton and at the Eissey Campus Theatre at PBCC in Palm Beach Gardens each year from November through April.
This season features Judy Collins, The John Pizzarelli Quartet, Michael Andrew and others, as well as the beloved music of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Dean Martin, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole and more.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The Palm Beach Pops was founded by Bob Lappin in 1992.
What is your primary product or service?
Concerts
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Agifted pianist, recording artist, and music personality,
Bob Lappin is among the most innovative and creative talents on today’s concert stage. His keyboard skills, panache and genuine love for a wide spectrum of music provide the impetus for him to create programs that appeal to all ages. He’s as much at home with the music of Jerome Kern and Andrew Lloyd Webber as he is with Stevie Wonder and Barry Manilow. Maestro Lappin researches each concert in depth, formulates the final program, and recruits the best talent in bringing his ideas to life for a memorable performance.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
The Palm Beach Pops remains focused on its commitment to
attract and excite audiences with top-quality performances and internationally celebrated artists. Over the years, Bob Lappin and The Palm Beach Pops orchestra have welcomed the extraordinary talents of guest artists such as Doc Severensen, Mel Tormé, Hal Linden, Lena Horne, Maureen McGovern, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth, Diahann Carroll, Kenny Rogers, Vic Damone, Jack Jones, Lainie Kazan, Robert Klein, Carol Lawrence, George Shearing and the George Shearing Quintet, jazz legends Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli and his trio, and Keely Smith — to name just a few.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
The Palm Beach Pops perform regularly at three local venues - The Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, The Kaye Auditorium at FAU in Boca Raton, and the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, MasterCard and VISA
Which areas do you service?
South Florida
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
The Palm Beach Pops is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm
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