With a repertoire that includes everything from Gershwin, Porter, and Ellington to the themes of the modern Disney princesses, The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra is the whipped cream on the gingerbread of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.

Joplin, jazz, Basie, and big-band swing; the beautiful lobby seems more alive after 4:00 p.m. when the musicians take their places and fill the air with music, inviting visitors to sit and listen.  Those fortunate enough to be staying in the main building can relax in the Royal Palm Club lounge which opens onto the scene below and is the perfect spot for sipping champagne and enjoying this talented ensemble.

When the performance is over, it would be difficult to imagine a concert audience simply turning to chat with friends or standing and leaving the hall, yet this is the unfortunate reality for the Orchestra.  It always takes the determined applause of one or two appreciative guests to make people realize that they deserve this simple recognition for adding so much to the ambiance of this lovely resort.