31 Jul 2026

Esplanade Annexe Studio

1hr 30mins (No Intermission)

Tickets from $40

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Synopsis

“The Texan keyboard wizard with an intangible groove. Welcome to the funk opera!”
– Westzeit

“At the centre of the fullness is Sparks II as a juggler of skills—controlling the groove, the immense power and the fusion pathos.”
– Jazzthing

An underground gig only privy to those in the know? That’s the vibe of a Bobby Sparks II show, one of jazz’s most electrifying acts.

He’s the man who caught Prince’s ear, directed music for Kirk Franklin, and holds down keys for the GRAMMY award-winning collective Snarky Puppy. Perched behind a fortress of vintage keys, Sparks channels the full lineage of Black American music—blues grit, jazz freedom, gospel fire, deep funk, and slick R&B—into something that feels both rooted and completely fresh. The band locks into grooves, so heavy heads will nod, bodies will move—resistance will not be an option.

Bobby Sparks II - Keyboards

Keith Anderson - Sax

Justin McKinney - Bass

Adarian Roberts - Drums

Advisory

Standing room only.

Admission Age

6 and above.

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Time8:00 PM

VenueEsplanade Annexe Studio

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Tickets & Prices

Price

$50

Promotions & Packages

Esplanade&Me Specials

Early Bird (6 – 19 May 2026, limited tickets)
Black: 20% savings
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From 20 May 2026, 10am
Black: 15% savings
White: 10% savings
Discover: 10% savings (Min. 2 tickets, limited)

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Advisory

Standing room only.

Admission Age

6 and above.

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Can I take photos or record a video during a performance?

For indoor performances, photography and video recording are generally not allowed during the show unless stated otherwise by the promoters or artists.

For performances at public spaces, such as those at the Concourse and DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre, photography and casual video recording are generally allowed for personal use. Please be mindful not to use flash, obstruct others, or disrupt the performance. Some programmes may still restrict recording based on artist requirements, so please follow on-site announcements or staff instructions.

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