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Jesus and Jazz featuring James Austin Jr. Trio w Jackie Jones
April 28, 2024 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm EDT
Join us for an inspirational morning of Jesus and Jazz featuring the James Jr. Trio at Mount Zion AME Church! Get ready to be uplifted by the soulful melodies and powerful jazz in a live Mt Zion AME Church performance. This is a unique opportunity to experience the fusion of faith and jazz in a spiritually enriching environment. Don’t miss out on this enjoyable Jesus and Jazz Performance.
Jesus and Jazz
Join us on the 4th Sunday of every month for an inspiring Jesus and Jazz Session hosted by Pastor Eyesha Marable.
Join the MZAME family, Rev. Eyesha Marable, and Gregory is Burrus for Jesus & Jazz on April 28, 2024 at 11:30 am for great music, melodies, meditative moments, and messages. We are located at 56 Church Street, Millburn, NJ 07041, and we are looking forward to seeing you there.
Space is limited so please let us know if we should expect you by reserving your space via email at mtzionamemillburn@gmail.com
Refreshments will be available immediately following the service by Pangea Caterers.
James Austin Jr
James Austin Jr., an accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader, hails from Chicago, IL. iHs musical journey has been shaped by legendary jazz musicians, including extensive study with the renowned jazz educator Barry Harris
James Austin Jr. made a significant impact when he surprised himself as a semifinalist in the 2006 Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. That pivotal day, he met prestigious icons such as Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, and George Duke. However, it was Stevie Wonder who left the most indelible impression on James—before, during, and after that encounter.
In homage to Stevie Wonder’s incomparable songbook, James Austin Jr. released his debut album titled “Songs in the Key of Wonder”. This scintillating 10-song set brilliantly covers Motown legend Stevie Wonder’s prolific mid-’60s to mid-’80s heyday in both straight-ahead and Latin veins. The album features captivating renditions of Wonder’s beloved tunes..
James Austin Jr. has performed exclusive shows dedicated to Stevie Wonder at venues such as the University of Chicago’s Logan Arts Center, The 75 Club in New York, and Clement’s Place on the campus of Rutgers University in New Jersey. His musical roots run deep, coming from a family of musicians, composers, and singers in Chicago. His parents, James Sr. and Vernesta Austin, both contributed to the musical landscape, and his uncle, Luke Austin, was a preeminent contemporary gospel organist.
Since arriving in New York, James has kept busy with Gospel, R&B, and Jazz gigs. Notably, he has accompanied superstar vocalists like Lalah Hathaway, Brian McKnight, BeBe Winans, and Yolanda Adams during stellar musical director Ray Chew’s annual all-star “Night of Inspiration” concerts at Carnegie Hall.
His soulful stylings reveal a jazz pedigree intertwined with gospel influences, making James Austin Jr. a remarkable force in the world of jazz piano
This April 28 session will be led by James Austin Trio featuring Ben Rubens (bass), Kayvon Gordon (drums), and Jackie Jones (vocals).
Event Free Open to All Please register and Let us know you are coming to join us.
Message
Hosted by Pastor Eyesha Marable of Mt Zion AME Church.
Eyesha K. Marable is trained dancer, ordained Itinerate Elder, Pastor, Mt. Zion AME Church, Millburn, NJ and Coordinator of Dance for the 1st Episcopal District.
Eyesha K. Marable is trained dancer, ordained Itinerate Elder, Pastor, Mt. Zion AME Church, Millburn, NJ and Coordinator of Dance for the 1st Episcopal District, under the leadership of Bishop Gregory Ingram. Rev. Eye earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism and Spanish, a Master of Science Degree in Non-Profit Management, a Post-Graduate Certification in Organizational Development and a Master of Divinity. Through her 14 years of service at the Greater Allen Cathedral of New York under the leadership of Rev. Drs. Floyd H. and Elaine M. Flake as associate minister, asst. dance director for Allen Liturgical Dance Ministry and co-chair for the bi-annual worship conference, Rev. Eyesha founded the National Liturgical Dance Network (NLDN). This dance preacher gathers, trains, supports and unites with churches and worshippers, worldwide. She is the Director of Community Engagement for NJPAC and is blessed to worship in dance with her husband, Edward B. Marable, Jr, son, Judah and Honor.
Special Guest
Faith based Mental Health Message
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