Annual Wayne Winborne Birthday Jazz Party and Fundraiser Celebration
December 17 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST
Come be part of the Ultimate Jazz Birthday Party— a dazzling celebration and a spectacular night of friends, fun, and phenomenal music — you’ll remember long after the last note.
Proudly produced by Gregory Burrus Productions, New Jersey Performing Arts Center – NJPAC Commnunity Engagement and Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies Studies.
Donate: Requested Donation $100
https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/jazz-institute-support/1238.html
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Joining Us On Stage:
Musicians – Nat Adderley Jr, John Lee, Stefon Harris, Winard Harper, Mala Waldron, Lance Bryant, Christopher Dean Sullivan, Camille Gainer Jones, Yayoi Ikawa, Richard Baratta, Mecadon Mccune, Phil Bingham, Jarret Walser, , Alex Desrivieres, Patrick Gannon and Special Guest.
Singers: Annette Montague, Alexis Morrast, Lynette Sheard
Host / MC’s – Dorthaan Kirk, Eyesha Marable, Wayne Winborne, Stefon Harris
Dancers:
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Wayne Winborne
Wayne Winborne is a visionary leader, educator, and cultural advocate whose life’s work has been dedicated to preserving and advancing the legacy of jazz. He currently serves as Executive Director of the Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS) at Rutgers University–Newark, the largest and most comprehensive jazz archive in the world. Under his stewardship, the IJS continues to expand its reach, ensuring that the voices, stories, and artistry of jazz musicians are preserved for generations to come.
Beyond his role at Rutgers, Wayne is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Arts, Culture, and Media, where he inspires students through courses on jazz history, art, democracy, civic engagement, and race relations. His teaching and public presentations reflect his lifelong commitment to using culture as a bridge for dialogue, understanding, and social progress.
Wayne’s career spans academia, nonprofit leadership, and corporate strategy. He has held executive positions at Prudential Financial, served on the Board of the Brooklyn Philharmonic, and consulted widely with corporations, small businesses, and nonprofits on strategic planning, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), multicultural marketing, and fund development. His expertise in dialogue facilitation and intergroup relations has made him a trusted voice in navigating issues of race, identity, and community.
As an author and editor, Wayne has contributed numerous publications and is the editor of a three-volume series on race and intergroup relations. His work reflects both scholarly rigor and a heartfelt dedication to fostering equity and justice.
Wayne’s impact extends far beyond the classroom and archives. He has co-produced jazz recordings, collaborated with artists and musicians, and championed initiatives that connect local heritage to national recognition. His leadership embodies the spirit of jazz itself—innovative, inclusive, and deeply rooted in community.
On December 17th, we celebrate not only Wayne’s birthday but also his extraordinary contributions to jazz, education, and cultural preservation. This fundraiser honors his legacy and supports the ongoing work he leads, ensuring that jazz remains a living, breathing force for unity and inspiration.
Donate: Requested Donation $100
https://give.rutgersfoundation.org/jazz-institute-support/1238.html
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