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Lynette Sheard and Glenn Merritt Trio in 2025 iCMAD Evening of Soul Fundraiser

Name: Lynette Sheard and Glenn Merritt Trio in 2025 iCMAD Evening of Soul Fundraiser
Start: 2025-05-24T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-24T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Green House Loft

May 24, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm EDT

May 24 Evening of Soul- I Can Make a Difference Fundraiser-7-10 pm Green House Loft 431 Raritan Ave, 2nd Floor, Highland Park, NJ $50 per person.

An Evening of SOUL Fundraiser for ICMAD’s programs supporting the emotional wellness of single parents.
MUSIC | DANCE | ART | SILENT AUCTION
Light appetizers will be served/

Featuring Lynette Sheard (Soloist), The Glenn Merritt Trio (Music) and Monet Sheard (Muralist)

A gala fundraiser for iCMAD’s programs supporting the emotional wellness of single parents and their children. Join us for an evening of music, dance and art. We will hold a Silent Auction and a Tricky Tray raffle for a variety of one-of-a-kind items and experiences.

Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 7:00-10:00 p.m.
GREENHOUSE LOFT 431 Raritan Ave, 2nd Floor, Highland Park, NJ 08904
TICKETS: $50
Please donate if you are unable to attend.

Lynette Sheard

She is a versatile vocalist, actor, producer, director, and vocal coach. Her live performances have been acknowledged in numerous publications including, The NY Times, Broadway World, and The Star-Ledger, which proclaimed that “Her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot” She performs Jazz, Blues, R&B, Gospel, Soul, and Pop music. She has performed for sold-out audiences around the tri-state including Deer Head Inn, SOPAC, and NJPAC. Her most recent performance at Birdland Jazz received a standing ovation. Theater credits include principal roles in Dream Girls, Smokey Joe’s Café, Ragtime, Swing, Aida, For Colored Girls, A Raisin in the Sun, and Avenue Q in which Broadway World declared that “she is fabulous with a voice that shakes the rafters” In 2017 she was inducted into the “Encyclopedia of Newark Jazz. Fun Fact, she was the undefeated West Orange Idol for 15 years.

Glenn Merritt Trio

Experience the dynamic sound of Lynette Sheard and the Glenn Merritt Trio, led by talented pianist Glenn Merritt from New York City. With lush chord voicings and impressive improvisational skills, Merritt’s refined style shines through. Influenced by the late Morris Nanton, his musical journey has been shaped by his mentor.
As part of the longstanding jazz group “Meant to Be,” the trio has been captivating audiences for over 15 years. Their energetic performances showcase seamless musical communication and spontaneous improvisations. Alongside Glenn Merritt on piano are Alan Hayes on bass, Pete Omelio on drums, and John Higgins on trumpet.

From jazz festivals to local events, the trio brings their vibrant sound to listeners who appreciate swinging jazz tunes. Don’t miss out on experiencing their combined infectious enthusiasm and musical artistry live!