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COPA is a Central Avenue St. Petersburg restaurant and lounge with a recurring Sunday live Latin-jazz series featuring rotating bands and quartets. The room is intimate and polished, making Latin jazz, jazz-funk, Afro-Cuban, soul-jazz, bossa nova, and vocalist-led small ensembles the strongest fits. For musicians, controlled dynamics and strong rhythmic feel are important because the audience is seated close and may be dining throughout the set. A trio or quartet can create enough energy without overwhelming the room. The recurring weekly format makes COPA attractive to experienced local players and small touring ensembles looking for a consistent lounge gig. It is best suited to musicians who can combine technical musicianship with a smooth social atmosphere rather than high-volume club energy.

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727-295-4123

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21+
Genres
Bossa Nova, Funk, Latin Jazz, Soul
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1047 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, United States
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727-295-4123
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