The Levitt Amp spotlight shines on local talent Thursday night, Oct. 17.
Chattanoogan Frank Bumpass will play his saxophone in a free show at 7 p.m. at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. M.L. King Blvd.
Growing up in a family filled with musicians, it came as no surprise that Bumpass picked up a saxophone at age 11. He quickly learned the power that music had to express thoughts and release emotions.
After spending years developing his craft and exploring new genres, Bumpass settled into his own style by the time he was 21: jazz with a distinct R&B edge. He has played with a wide range of bands throughout the South, including Dottie Peoples, Kenny Latimore and Chante Moore.
For more information: http://levittamp.org/Chattanooga.