The Zach Bartholomew Jazz Quartet to perform at Spring into the Arts, March 5th
- Dr. William S. Barnett
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Third Annual Spring into the Arts Gala at the Naples Grande Beach Resort.
The Zach Bartholomew Trio will perform at the second annual Spring into the Arts Gala, Thursday, March 5, 2026 at11 am at the Naples Grand Beach Resort. At the gala, INC will honor six distinguished artists.
Award-winning pianist, composer, and music educator, Dr. Bartholomew maintains a highly active performance career as one of the most heavily sought-after pianists, accompanists, and sidemen in all of Florida. In both 2016 and 2017, he placed as one of the top three finalists in the highly acclaimed Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition and every year since 2021 has been awarded the prestigious “Artist Performance on Tour'' grant from the state of Florida for his “Jazz Access Tour,” an outreach program that aims to provide underserved communities and schools in Florida with world-class public performances and educational programs.
Dr. Bill Barnett, INC CEO shares:
We are excited to have the Zach Bartholomew Jazz Quartet perform at Spring into the Arts this coming March 5th. This amazing trio of extraordinarily talented musicians will set the tone with stellar music, entertaining and enhancing the gala. Get your tickets now!
Zach has headlined at some of the top jazz venues and performing arts centers in the country and has been featured at national and international jazz festivals including the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, St. Petersburg Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Jalisco Jazz Festival, and Festival Miami. He has performed with artists such as Sean Jones, Victor Goines, Dave Holland, David Liebman, Ira Sullivan, Carmen Bradford, Byron Stripling, and Dan Miller. He is a full-time music professor at Florida Memorial University, the pianist for the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective, and performs regularly with professional organizations such as the Sarasota Pops Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic, and the Lake Wales Jazz Connection. Additionally, he is a Resident Artist at Arts Bonita in Bonita Springs, FL where he presents a monthly jazz concert series that features musicians from all over the country.
Honoring Southwest Florida Distinguished Artists
L TO R: Teri Hansen, Brian Roland, Sandra Lee Buxton, Paul Arsenault, Hope Daley and Chad Craig
The 3rd Annual Spring into the Arts Gala will honor distinguished SWFL artists, feature colorful art-filled entertainment, exclusive live and silent auctions, a gourmet dinner, and other activities highlighting INC’s community impact. VIP Reception at 4:30 pm, general audience Cocktail Reception at 5:00 pm, followed by dinner and the program at 6:00 pm. Cocktail Attire.
Kirk Cameron, Guest Artist
Kirk Cameron, renowned film and TV star, talk show host, and author, will headline the event. He is best known to millions as "Mike Seaver" from the hit sitcom "Growing Pains," which aired in the 1980s. Cameron is also a director and producer of films and television shows thaida.
Invite your friends and make your reservations today!
Enjoy a memorable event and support INC’s community arts discipleship and outreach programs serving underprivileged children, families, as well as adults battling addiction and mental illness in Southwest Florida. General tickets are $450.00 per person, VIP tickets are $850.00.
Consider a sponsorship.
INC impacts hundreds of artists, who touch the lives of thousands of adults in recovery, and hundreds of area children and youth. Since 2015, INC has impacted more than 7,000 local lives. Find out how to become a Gala sponsor and the various levels available. For more information, call 239-591-6622 or visit https://incswfl.ticketspice.com/spring-into-the-arts-gala-2026.
About INC
The International Network of Creatives is not just a local non-profit; it’s a global movement. Based in Southwest Florida, INC has been discipling creatives to reflect and proclaim Christ in their lives and work for over a decade. INC’s impact has changed over 7,000 lives in Southwest Florida and thousands more worldwide. By supporting INC, you become part of a global movement of culture changers!
International Network of Creatives (INC)
INC is a 501 (c) (3) faith-based nonprofit that inspires and equips artists to disciple the community and the world, and to bring hope to the underserved through healing and nurturing arts programs.
International Network of Creatives, 2026
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