BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gregory Burrus Productions - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gregory Burrus Productions X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gregory Burrus Productions REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T220000 DTSTAMP:20250409T212328Z CREATED:20250409T212326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T212328Z UID:10002356-1745523000-1745532000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS / Greg Burrus Presents DMZ “Take No Prisoners…”  DESCRIPTION:Bob DeVos Guitar • Richie Morales Drums • Jerry Z Hammond B-3 Organ   \n\n\n\nDMZ is the powerful collaborative trio of DMZ virtuoso all–and all leaders in their own right. \n\n\n\n\n\nDMZ is the powerful collaborative trio of Bob DeVos on guitar\, Richie Morales on drums\, and Jerry Z on  Hammond B-3 organ–virtuosi all–and all leaders in their own right. Each brings years of innovative performing  in diverse jazz settings to their shared DMZ vision. Dynamic\, soulful—and always very hip–their collective sound  bridges straight-ahead jazz\, blues\, R&B\, funk and Latin influences. DMZ’s musical chemistry is intoxicating.  Performances showcase extraordinary improvisational skills\, tight ensemble playing and a magnetic energy.  Whether interpreting jazz standards with fresh perspectives\, rethinking pop tunes or performing original  compositions\, DMZ is satisfying to the purist and welcoming to new listeners.  \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nThe Artists  \n\n\n\nBob DeVos With long\, blues-drenched melodic lines and a horn-like approach\, legendary guitarist Bob DeVos  is a modern player with strong traditional roots\, equally at home in multiple genres and musical settings. His  full\, warm signature sound and improvisational mastery reflect his formative years touring with seminal giants  of organ jazz\, especially Trudy Pitts\, Richard “Groove” Holmes & Sonny Stitt\, Jimmy McGriff & Hank Crawford\,  and Charles Earland. Bob has also performed/recorded with a Who’s Who In Jazz including Joey DeFrancesco\,  Dr. Lonnie Smith\, Mike LeDonne\, Eric Alexander\, Gerry Niewood’s Timepiece w/Dave Samuels\, Stanley  Turrentine\, Teo Macero\, Irene Reid\, Houston Person\, David “Fathead” Newman—and “Screaming” Jay Hawkins.  Bob’s compositions have been recognized by the NJ State Council on the Arts. A sought-after teacher\, he is past  faculty at William Paterson and Lehigh Universities. His several CDs as a leader hit JazzWeek’s Top Five Chart.  \n\n\n\nRichie Morales NYC-born\, DMZ’s highly acclaimed\, highly versatile drummer Richie Morales has enjoyed a  long career spanning diverse jazz styles. Morales’ impressive credits include the seminal jazz-fusion of The  Brecker Brothers\, the Latin jazz of Gato Barbieri\, Ray Barretto\, and Dave Valentin plus–most recently–touring  with guitar great Al Di Meola. He has performed and recorded with contemporary jazz artists including Spyro  Gyra\, Grover Washington Jr.\, Michael Franks\, Mike Stern\, saxophonist Bill Evans\, as well as Diane Reeves\, Stevie  Wonder\, Carly Simon\, George Russell’s Living Time Orchestra\, and Herbie Mann. Morales’ outstanding playing  on Gato Barbieri’s Shadow of the Cat contributed to the album winning Billboard’s Best Latin Jazz Album of The  Year and receiving a Latin Grammy nomination. Richie was on the faculty at Purchase College Conservatory of  Music SUNY for 25 years and taught in the Juilliard School’s Music Advancement Program.  \n\n\n\nJerry Z commands the Hammond B-3 organ with soulful grooves\, fiery solos and his innovative approach to  jazz\, blues and funk. Hitting the New York City music scene in the 1990s\, Jerry Z fast became an in-demand  collaborator\, bringing his explosive Hammond sound to many influential and groundbreaking bands in and out  of the city. His extensive recording and performance credits include collaborations with guitar wizard Oz Noy\,  legendary drummers Mike Clark and Lenny White\, soul jazz pioneer Melvin Sparks\, blues great Delbert  McClinton\, and The Headhunters. Jerry’s musical versatility\, expansive range and innovative drive shine through  his performances with Hiram Bullock\, Mark Whitfield\, Donald Harrison\, Bernard Purdy\, and many\, many others. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-greg-burrus-presents-dmz-take-no-prisoners/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,jazz Appreciation Month,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/DM2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T220000 DTSTAMP:20250308T235137Z CREATED:20250306T043204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T235137Z UID:10002334-1741807800-1741816800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Greg Burrus and Rutgers IJS Presents MPack Live at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Ready to Swing to the Music and Dance – Come on out and lets have a funky good time. \n\n\n\n\n\n“MPack is a band\, a brand\, and a musical production enterprise\, consisting of multiple elements in an ever evolving flow. Like a river\, it never flows the same way twice. It is an ever-evolving\, thought provoking\, limitless musical experience that will elevate your mind body & soul and make you shake your behind all at the same time. Greg Burrus and Rutgers IJS Present Patricia Walton and MPack Tickets\, Wed\, Mar 12\, 2025 at 7:30 PM | Eventbrite \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nClarence Conover \n\n\n\n“MPack is the musical brainchild of bassist\, guitarist\, keyboardist\, drummer and vocalist Clarence ‘Groove Master’ Conover. He’s the founder\, leader\, and vocalist of the Clarence Conover Project\, MPack Band\, and the founder and CEO of MPack Music productions whose motto is “Life Changing Sounds”. \n\n\n\n“He released his first CD “My Time” in 2014. In his formative years\, his musical influences included Herbie Hancock\, Grover Washington\, Phyllis Hyman\, Luther Vandross and Prince. Clarence has performed and recorded with Patti Labelle\, Teddy Pendergrass\, Grover Washington Jr.\, the Delfonics\, Bo Diddley and others. \n\n\n\n“He is a product of the Philly sound. Clarence is a specialist in Funk\, Jazz\, Blues\, Fusion\, Neo-soul and R&B grooves. This cross-genre musician\, Clarence “MPack” Conover is creatively talented and has gathered other like-minded musicians and vocalists to create this musical phenomenon known as MPack Band.” \n\n\n\nThis bassist\, guitarist\, keyboardist\, drummer and vocalist\, when he’s not on stage\, is in the studio devising new music with his MPack band for their fans. The Groove Master will be bringing along this dynamic band of like-minded musicians who have just provided some truly memorable and enjoyable live Jazzy music experiences at some recently sold-out Essex County venues. \n\n\n\nOn stage for this musical experience will be: \n\n\n\nVocalist Patricia Walton \n\n\n\nBorn in Germany\, raised in New York and currently residing in New Jersey\, Patricia has been singing since she can remember. Her singing career started in school choir\, while still in Germany. She was a soloist and member of the Mt. Sinai UCC choir\, a member of One Accord\, and as a lead vocalist for several party/dance bands and has performed at various venues in New York\, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Currently she performs both as a Solo Jazz singer and is featured artist in Jazz\, Blues and R&B Band as the lead vocalist of MPack! Her warm voice is sure to put a smile on your face and set your feet tapping! \n\n\n\nPianist Glenn Merritt \n\n\n\nGlenn Merritt – originally from New York City\, Glenn Merritt has been playing music since he was a youngster. He studied classical piano and music theory at Manhattan College of Music. At 15 he was a percussionist for Willie Sossa’s Salsa band. He played electric bass in numerous R&B bands. His jazz chops have consistently improved since he first tickled the ivories nearly 40 years ago and he has acquired a very tasteful style with lush chord voicing and a wonderful improvisational ability as a consequence of studying under his mentor the late Morris Nanton of the famed Morris Nanton Trio. He is currently the pianist for the Meant To Be Jazz Quartet which can be caught at Shanghai Jazz and other venues around town \n\n\n\nDrummer Kim Smith \n\n\n\nSaxophonist John B \n\n\n\nClarence Conover Bass / Vocals. \n\n\n\nand a surprise Special Guest \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nReservation Link Coming \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nA message from Gregory Burrus Productions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for this special energetic live Funk\, RnB\, Jazz and Blues event.. We promise you\, to that you will have a really great time listening to some of the best live music around our region. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/greg-burrus-and-rutgrs-ijs-presents-mpack-live-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Live Music,RnB,Rock ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/mpack-band-at-clements-1_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T200000 DTSTAMP:20250224T035601Z CREATED:20250224T034504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T035601Z UID:10002326-1740852000-1740859200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:NJPAC and Bethany Church  Bethany Jazz Vespers 25 featuring the Newark Jazz & Blues All Stars. DESCRIPTION:NJPAC and Bethany Church present an evening filled with soulful tunes at Bethany Jazz Vespers 25 featuring the Newark Jazz & Blues All Stars. Get ready to be serenaded by the incredible vocals of Antoinette Montague with pianist Brandon Mccune\, saxophonist Leo Johnson and drummer G Earl Grice. . This event promises to be a night of pure musical magic. Don’t miss the chance to experience these talented musicians live! \n\n\n\nOpen to all. Just show up at the church and enjoy the Jazz. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to let us know you are coming click here and let us know you will be joining us. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nANTOINETTE MONTAGUE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nANTOINETTE MONTAGUE hails from the Great City of Newark\, is loved and highly respected as a great crowd-pleasing New York Jazz\, Blues\, and more performer. Antoinette is an international entertainer\, educator\, producer and promoter of events. Antoinette has been mentored by many greats\, including Etta Jones\, Carrie Smith\, Inez McClendon and others. Ms. Montague has mentored many current artists and teaches for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Syncopated Leadership for MBA Students. A few of the noted Clubs she has headlined in with her group\, The Antoinette Montague Experience Art are the world famous Blue Note\, Dizzys\, Jazz At Lincoln Center\, Charlie Parker Festival\, Jazzmobile Summerfest\, Marcus Garvey Park\, Grants Tomb\, colleges\, NJPAC Dorthaan’s Place\, Newark Museums Jazz in the Garden series\, museums and so much more. Ms. Montague is CEO\, of Jazz Woman to the Rescue. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBrandon McCune \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrandon McCune is a talented and versatile musician with a rich background in jazz\, classical\, and gospel music. Originally from Chicago\, he now resides in Newark\, NJ. His musical journey began at the age of three with the Suzuki Method of Classical Piano. Over the years\, he has become proficient in various instruments\, including piano\, organ\, drums\, trumpet\, bass\, and vocals. Brandon has worked as a band leader\, music director\, and sideman for numerous renowned artists such as Abbey Lincoln\, Terence Blanchard\, Nneena Freelon\, Betty Carter\, and Wynton Marsalis. He has also served as a U.S. Jazz Ambassador to Africa\, representing the United States in public and private concerts\, master classes\, and workshops. \n\n\n\nLeo Johnson\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeo Johnson is a distinguished saxophonist and a true elder of the Newark jazz tradition. He has had a broad career in both the Latin and jazz worlds for decades. Johnson has played in the bands of notable musicians such as Specks Williams\, Bobby “Blue” Bland\, Bill Doggett\, Jack McDuff\, Jimmy McGriff\, and Chico Mendoza2. He also served as the musical director for Little Jimmy Scott’s band and toured with organist Rhoda Scott. In addition to his performance career\, Leo Johnson has been a mentor to many young musicians\, including Cassandra Wilson\, Winard and Phillip Harper\, Terence Blanchard\, Victor Jones\, Andy McCloud\, Dave Eubanks\, Alan Watson\, and Regina Belle. He holds a BA in music performance and a master’s in jazz history from Rutgers-Newark. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSir G. Earl Grice \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSir G. Earl Grice is a versatile and accomplished drummer and actor based in New York City. He began playing drums at the age of three and has performed with many gospel choirs and groups in the New York area for over 30 years. Grice has shared the stage with numerous renowned artists across various genres\, including jazz\, gospel\, funk\, rock\, R&B\, Latin\, reggae\, pop\, and marching bands. Some of the notable artists he has performed with include Sonny Rollins\, Clark Terry\, Stevie Wonder\, George Benson\, and Gary Bartz. Grice has also been featured in over 50 movies and television shows as an actor. He has received several awards\, including the 1997 Jazz Award from the Jamaica Development Corp. \n\n\n\nWant to let us know you are coming click here and let us know you will be joining usJoin us at Bethany Baptist Church\, located at 275 W. Market Street\, Newark\, New Jersey for this free event. Free onsite Parking. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/njpac-and-bethany-church-bethany-jazz-vespers-25-featuring-the-newark-jazz-blues-all-stars/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Antoineette-Montague-Jazz-and-Blues-All-Star.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T190000 DTSTAMP:20250301T103557Z CREATED:20250301T103555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T103557Z UID:10002330-1740850200-1740855600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:JAZZ FROM JUILLIARD The Sound of Bebop at Hamilton Stage DESCRIPTION:The Juilliard School is world renowned for educating Jazz artists such as Miles Davis\, Wynton Marsalis\, Jon Batiste and many others. Come hear the new generation of world class musicians swinging their way through the innovative musical style known as Bebop. Introduced by Thelonious Monk\, Kenny Clarke\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Miles Davis and Charlie Parker in the 1940’s\, the rhythmic and harmonic innovations they pioneered continue to inspire musicians to this day. This show will blow you away. \n\n\n\nPatrick Hill\, alto saxophoneDerek Duleba\, guitarJake Nalangan\, pianoGuillermo Lopez\, bassJesse Parker\, drums URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz-from-juilliard-the-sound-of-bebop-at-hamilton-stage/ LOCATION:UCPAC Hamilton Stage\, Union County Performing Arts Center\, 360 Hamilton St\, NJ\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,Rahway Union,Smooth Jazz NJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Jazz-from-Juilatd-Rich-Engel-600x300-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T220000 DTSTAMP:20250227T085834Z CREATED:20250102T194553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T085834Z UID:10002220-1740684600-1740693600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Eclectic Jazz Fusion Band U.L.T.R.A.S Coming to Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Greg Burrus and Rutgers IJS Presents ULTRAS – Jazz Fusion At Its Best\n\n\n\n\n\nThis eclectic Jazz Fusion band\, composed of seasoned professionals\, produces a vibrant concoction of sounds and tones to delight any music lover. \n\n\n\nOn Stage will be: \n\n\n\nJohn Morrison – Guitar \n\n\n\nBilly Carrion – Bass/Synth Bass \n\n\n\nCampbell Charshee – Piano/Synths \n\n\n\nJarrett Walser – Drums \n\n\n\nEach U.L.T.R.A. S musician is well-versed in various musical styles\, including jazz\, fusion\, video game music\, rock\, etc\, and together\, they’re on track to release their debut album\, entitled “Universe Less Traveled Reveals Authentic Self” this coming Winter. \n\n\n\nBand \n\n\n\n:https://www.ultrasmusic.com \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/eclectic-jazz-fusion-band-u-l-t-r-a-s-coming-to-clements-place/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ULTRAS-Jarrett-Walser-2024-04-20-131501.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T210000 DTSTAMP:20250203T194633Z CREATED:20250111T194122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T194633Z UID:10002277-1739721600-1739739600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Valentines Weekend Celebration featuring the Silver Stars and the MPack Band DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with us Sunday at a spectacular evening of live R&B Soul music! The Silver Stars will serenade you with their silky smooth sounds\, known for enchanting love songs in prestigious venues nationwide. Joining them is the acclaimed MPack Band\, bringing a mix of Funk\, Jazz\, R&B\, and more to get you grooving. Bring your love and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night! All for just a donation of $25.00 \n\n\n\nAnd don’t forget to checkout our weekend extravaganza price below. \n\n\n\n\n\nFeb 16\, 2025 Celebrate with us\, bring your soulful love and your dancing shoes. it will be an incredible evening of live R&B Soul music as you get to enjoy the silky sophisticated sounds of The Silver Stars. Having played on some of the most prestigious theatres and night clubs all over the the United States\, the Silver Stars will take you back and you are guaranteed to enjoy a night of beautiful\, smooth\, enchanting love songs and more. \n\n\n\nHelping you keep your valentines love Jones going will be the MPack Band. The always in-demand MPack band has been performing at numerous venues across the Tri-State region and is known for its energetic and soulful performances. Led by Clarence Conover\, a phenomenally talented vocalist and multi-instrumentalist\, his band performs an eclectic mix of R&B\, Soul\, and Funk music that will have you dancing all night long! \n\n\n\n$25 Live Music Concert Silver Stars and MPack Sunday Feb 16th Call for tickets now at 973 573 – 1612 or 862 253 – 5460. Tell them Gregory Burrus sent you. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAre you ready for an unforgettable Valentine’s Weekend Experience!\n\n\n\nAnd on Monday Feb 17 Presidents Day Recover with us on a Bus Ride to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem Pennsylvania. Bus ride leaves 9 AM from the Silver Stars Media Complex at 9 AM. Returns to Complex at 6 PM. \n\n\n\nSo grab your tickets now and join us for this romantic and exciting celebration at Foxwoods Casino. Spend quality time with your loved one while enjoying great music\, delicious food\, and thrilling casino games. \n\n\n\nThe choice is yours\, join the bus ride for just $60 and enjoy a wonderful day at the beautiful gorgeous Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem Pennsylvania\, then for just $15\, join us on the Sunday before with family\, friends and the community at the wonderful Silver Stars Media Complex in East Orange NJ. This complex is built for live music and you will become enchanted by the Silvers Stars and the MPack band. A combination guaranteed to make you smile with happiness. Don’t forget your dancing shoes. \n\n\n\nIt’s the perfect way to make unforgettable memories on Valentine’s Weekend! Don’t miss out on this incredible experience – book your tickets today! Contact us ASAP. Don’t wait any longer\, get ready for an amazing experience filled with love and excitement! See you there! \n\n\n\nPhoto by Ylanite Koppens on Pexels.com\n\n\n\nCALL FOR TICKETS NOW 862 205 7660 OR 862 205 4600 OR 862 253 5460 Tell them Gregory Burrus sent you. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/valentines-weekend-celebration-featuring-the-silver-stars-and-the-mpack-band/ LOCATION:Silver Star Multimedia Complex\, 60 Franklin Street\, East Orange\, New Jersey\, 97017\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music,Silver Stars Media Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Red-White-Romantic-Photographic-Valentines-Dinner-Restaurant-Flyer-A4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T220000 DTSTAMP:20250206T213400Z CREATED:20250109T181345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T213400Z UID:10002284-1739041200-1739052000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:2025 Bradley Beach Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Hey Jazz Fans\, the Bradley Beach Jazz Festival is a new winter event held in Bradley Beach\, New Jersey and is produced by Amy Hall\, Director of Tourism\, Borough of Bradley Beach Tourism Industry. Scheduled for February 7-8\, 2025\, the festival will take place at the Bradley Beach Elementary School Theatre from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Friday and 6:000 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday evening. The event is designed to support arts and culture\, celebrate Black History Month\, and benefit local organizations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe festival will feature performances by talented jazz bands\, including local emerging artist the Marel Hidalgo Jazz Quartet and the CMJ Jazz Band. Regional favorites performing are the James Moody Scholars and Charisa the Violin Diva along with international performers\, the iconic history maker\, music arranger and pianist Nat Adderley Jr\, and world renowned jazz drummer and bandleader Winard Harper and Jeli Posse. The event will support local businesses and provide a vibrant cultural experience for the community. \n\n\n\nExciting news! Top names in the jazz industry will be hosting and emceeing the festival. Among them are National Endowment for the Arts NEA Jazz Master Dorthaan Kirk and Wayne Winborne\, Executive Director of the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies which is largest and most comprehensive library and archives of jazz and jazz-related materials in the world. They will be joined by Director of The Mental Health Association of NJ MHANJ and Jazz Singer and Actress Lynette Sheard. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE LINEUP FOR HIS YEARS FESTIVAL :\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nARTISTS BIOS :\n\n\n\nFriday Feb 7 \n\n\n\nMarel Hidalgo Quartet\n\n\n\nNat Adderley Jr Quartet\n\n\n\nSaturday Feb 8 \n\n\n\nWinard Harper and Jeli Posse\n\n\n\nCharisa The Violin Diva\n\n\n\nCMJ Jazz Band\n\n\n\nJames Moody Scholars\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nYour MCs and Hosts are: \n\n\n\nNEA Jazz Master – Dorthaan Kirk\n\n\n\nInstitute of Jazz Studies – Wayne Winborne\n\n\n\nSinger and MHANJ Director – Lynette Sheard\n\n\n\nLive Music Producer – Gregory Burrus\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTICKETS ARE FREE BUT YOU MUST RESERVE A SPOT :\n\n\n\nUse the QR code or Click RSVP Here to Join Us! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nABOUT FESTIVAL AND MORE INFORMATION \n\n\n\nInformation / About / Travel / Venue – CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more Bradley Beach Jazz Festival Instagram URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/2025-bradley-beach-jazz-festival-2/ LOCATION:Bradley Beach Elementary School\, 515 Brinley Ave\, Bradley Beach\, NJ\, 07720\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Bradley Beach Jazz Festival,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bradley-Beach-Jazz-Festival-2025-GBP-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T180000 DTSTAMP:20241109T170655Z CREATED:20241109T002630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T170655Z UID:10002193-1734188400-1734199200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lynette Sheard & Friends Presents - Unwrap a Joyful Mind Winter Cabaret DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and mental wellness at the Unwrap a Joyful Mind Winter Cabaret! This year\, Lynette Sheard & Friends are bringing together a talented lineup of musicians to showcase their talents in music and art. From jazzy renditions of classic holiday tunes to original spoken word pieces\, each performance will leave you feeling uplifted and empowered. \n\n\n\nLynette Sheard & Friends Present – Unwrap a Joyful Mind Winter Cabaret Tickets\, Sat\, Dec 14\, 2024 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nPerformers\n\n\n\nYour Host – Lynette Sheard \n\n\n\nMs. Sheard is a versatile vocalist\, actor\, activist\, producer\, director\, and vocal coach. The Star-Ledger proclaimed\, “Her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot.” She performs Jazz\, R&B\, Gospel\, Soul\, and Pop music. LYNETTELIVE.COM \n\n\n\nDre Barnes – Pianist Bandleader – Dre Barnes is an accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader. Born in Philadelphia\, he began studying piano at an early age and played in local R&B bands throughout high school. After graduating from college\, he pursued a career in jazz\, sitting in at local jam sessions and later studying with master jazz pianists Kenny Barron and Mulgrew Miller at Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts. Dre Barnes has performed with notable artists such as vocalists Mikki Braden\, Judy Bady\, actress/vocalist Janet Huber from “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air”\, trumpeters Duane Eubanks\, Phillip Harper\, among others. His debut CD\, “Wandering Spirits\,” features bassist Reuben Rogers and legendary drummer Lewis Nash. \n\n\n\nSanti Debriano – Bass Debriano is a talented jazz bassist\, composer\, and music teacher. Debriano has worked with renowned artists such as Archie Shepp\, Sam Rivers\, Larry Coryell\, and Pharoah Sanders. He has led several ensembles\, including Circlechant\, a world music-influenced group\, and Flash of the Spirit. His latest release is titled “Ashanti” on JoJo Records \n\n\n\nJarrett Walser – Drums Jarrett Walser is a talented and versatile jazz drummer\, educator\, and composer. Walser received his B.A. (2012) and M.M. (2017) in Jazz Performance at Rutgers University\, Mason Gross School of the Arts\, Has performed with notable musicians Valery Panomarev\, Eddie Allen and Chico Freeman. Jarrett has played at major venues in New York City\, including Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola\, The Blue Note\, and Carnegie Hall. \n\n\n\nNew Jersey Mental Health Players – The Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s NJ Mental Health Players (NJMHP) is the longest-running community education program of its type in New Jersey. Presentations provide audiences with a dynamic way to receive basic education about mental illness\, addiction\, and other relevant challenges. \n\n\n\nMore TBD \n\n\n\nSupporting tonight’s events:\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNJPAC Community Engagement\n\n\n\nThe New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States. Event was supported by NJPAC’s Community Engagement AVP Eyesha K. Marable and is also a trained dancer and Pastor at Mt. Zion AME Church in Millburn\, NJ.  \n\n\n\nRutgers Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS)\n\n\n\nThe Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS) at Rutgers University–Newark is the world’s largest and most comprehensive library and archive of jazz and jazz-related materials. Clement’s Place is a jazz lounge that is part of Rutgers University–Newark’s (IJS) and is located in the Ruth Bader Ginsburgh Hall.   \n\n\n\nMental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ)\n\n\n\nThe Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ) has a community education program called the NJ Mental Health Players (NJMHP). The NJMHP is a group of volunteers who use performance art and advocacy to reduce stigma and increase awareness of mental health. Lynette Sheard is a trained mental health professional and she moderates the performances\, which include a scenario\, facts\, and a talk-back with the audience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProduced by: URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lynette-sheard-friends-presents-unwrap-a-joyful-mind-winter-cabaret/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Commnity,Jazz,Pianist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lynette-Sheard-in-a-Winter-Cabaret-at-Clememts-Place-Talent-Show-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T180000 DTSTAMP:20241114T083447Z CREATED:20241103T071101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T083447Z UID:10002188-1731844800-1731866400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:NJPAC Jazz Crawl - An Afternoon of Jazz DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual NJPAC Jazz Crawl Around Newark on Sunday Nov 17 \n\n\n\n\n\nFor information please contact Marcus Beckett at mbeckett@njpac.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLet our annual Jazz Crawl fill your afternoon with good vibes. Part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival\, this free program brings live jazz to locations throughout downtown Newark. There is no cover charge\, but brunch is available for purchase at Just Fish Bar & Grill. \n\n\n\nJazz Crawl partners include Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University – Newark\, MENTOR Newark and NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee. \n\n\n\n12 – 2PMJust Fish Bar & Grill27 Halsey St. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSup and dine to the accompaniment of the talented young artists of TD Jazz for Teens. \n\n\n\n1:30 – 3:30PMHeritage Hall54 Halsey Street (Hahne’s building) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the music and poetry of Gil Scott-Heron featuring the dynamic sounds of James Rohlehr a.k.a Jimbo Ro and his Trio\, This event is in partnership with the Central New Jersey Alumni Chapter of Lincoln University. \n\n\n\n3 – 6PMClement’s Place15 Washington St. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Jazz Jams session — led by James Moody Scholar\, Saxophonist Jalin Shiver. Come join us. audience participation welcome — curated by Wayne Winbourne\, executive director of the Institute for Jazz Studies at Rutgers University – Newark. \n\n\n\nMake an afternoon of good friends\, good food and good vibes at the NJPAC Jazz Jazz Crawl. Stroll across downtown Newark\, stop at our jazz spots and listen to some truly great jazz with the jazz community. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/njpac-jazz-crawl-an-afternoon-of-jazz/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Sunday Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Newark-Jazz-Crawl-Jazz-Concert-Flyer-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T130000 DTSTAMP:20241027T022425Z CREATED:20240807T093354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T022425Z UID:10002176-1730028600-1730034000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jesus And Jazz Feat South African JCFI Music Ensemble feat Bassist Sobongile Buda DESCRIPTION:Rev. Eyesha Marable invites you to a special Jesus and Jazz featuring touring South African band JCFI Music Ensemble led by Sobongile Buda at Mt Zion AME Church\, Milburn\, NJ. \n\n\n\nJoining us with a Mental Health message delivered by Laverne Williams. \n\n\n\nGet ready to be uplifted by the inspirational messages and powerful South African Jazz Music in a powerful Mt Zion AME Church Jazz and Jesus service. This is a very unique opportunity to experience a worldwide fusion of jazz \, faith and Mental Health in a spiritually enriching environment. Don’t miss out on this enjoyable Jesus and Jazz Performance. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\nJCFI MUSIC ENSEMBLE.(JAZZ CAMP FOR FEMALE INSTRUMENTALIST\n\n\n\nThe JCFI Music Ensemble stands as an exclusively female musical collective\, characterized by a dynamic line-up that adapts to the musical context. Originating from diverse regions of South Africa\, the members of the ensemble share a common bond forged through the universal language of music. The group’s inception traces back to their convergence at Jazz Camp for Female Instrumentalist (JCFI)\, an organization dedicated to empowering women in the realm of music. JFCI Music Ensemble delivers a seamless integration of jazz and South African traditional music\, creating a harmonious blend that reflects the roots and influences derived from the myriad cultures and provinces represented within the ensemble. \n\n\n\nSibongile Buda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSibongile Buda\, known as Ms Buda Bass\, is a Mamelodi born\, South African performing artist. She is a bassist\, composer\, music teacher\, band conductor\, founder and programme Director. Her passion for music is traced back to her grandmother who plays an African drum in church; her love for music emanates from growing up in a musical background following on her grandmother’s footsteps. This lead to a discovery of a music programme known as Committed Artist for Cultural Advancement (CAFCA) through childhood friends. \n\n\n\nSibongile is currently working as a music teacher at CAFCA\, which focuses on enhancement of music skills to children from disadvantaged communities. She is a founder and programme director of a female lead organisation – Jazz Camp for Female Instrumentalists Mamelodi (JCFI) – the purpose of which is to groom and empower females with artistic skills from an early age and to provide a platform for female artists to showcase their talent. \n\n\n\nSibongile’s first concert was in 2005 at Enoch Sontonga hall at Unisa. She subsequently participated in a cultural showcase in Delft (Netherlands) with the CAFCA Ensemble in 2007\, in 2008 she performed with CAFCA Music Ensemble in Beijing and in 2009 at the Molde Jazz Festival with JCFI Norway band. In 2011 she performed at the Jazz Education Network (JEN) conference in New Orleans\, LA\, USA and participated at the SAJE conference at University of Cape Town (UCT). She attended and participated at the International Society of Bassists (ISB) held at San Francisco State University in June 2011\, and participated at the Grahamstown National Arts Festival. \n\n\n\nIn 2013 she performed at at the SAJE and in 2015 at the Maru a pula festival in Botswana. She recorded an All-female album in 2016 called Mother Tongue. In 2017 she participated in a panel discussion at JEN conference in New Orleans & performed at the Jazz at the Lincoln Centre an all-female Globe jam. \n\n\n\n\nPastor Eyesha Marable – Mt Zion AME Church. \n\n\n\nRev Eyesha K. Marable is trained dancer\, ordained Itinerate Elder\, Pastor\, Mt. Zion AME Church\, Milburn\, NJ and Coordinator of Dance for the 1st Episcopal District. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEyesha 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 worshipers\, 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 Marable. \n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist\n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist. “We are kicking off this series with a gifted performer on the local live music scene who always comes out and jams all around town\,” said Burrus. “Lynette is well respected on the scene and has performed with numerous performers around our towns. Lynette Sheard is a gifted versatile vocalist with a five octave range. She is an actor\, producer and director. Her performances have been acknowledged in numerous publications including the New York Times\, The Record and the Chronicle. The Star Ledger and many of her fans proclaims that “her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot.” She performs Jazz\, R&B\, Gospel\, Soul and Pop music throughout the tri-state area and beyond.” \n\n\n\nTheater credits include principal roles in: Dream Girls\, Smokey Joes Café\, Ragtime\, Swing\, Aida\, and an encore performance as Lena Younger Mama in Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. She has received countless awards and recognition for her musical service work with children\, the elderly and veterans. She is a founding member of the Guiding Stars\, a Medical Missions group of professional performers who volunteer to entertain veterans and children. Her performances have raised thousands for Hurricane Katrina Survivors\, Haitian Relief efforts\, The Red Cross and numerous other local charities. Recently\, as a board member for Pleasant Valley Productions. she has helped produced a number of successful events at Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center (OSPAC) in West Orange\, NJ. \n\n\n\nLaverne S. Williams\, CSW\, Director of PEWS and Member of the MHANJ’s Community Education Team\n\n\n\nSummary of her key accomplishments include: \n\n\n\nLeading pioneering work for faith-based communities and the public at large\, to help break the stigma of mental illness so that people will seek the help they need for mental health challenges. \n\n\n\nSpearheading and serving as pioneering founder of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s Promoting Emotional Wellness and Spirituality (PEWS) Program in 2005 and serving as Program Director since its inception. \n\n\n\nBecoming a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and using her training and spiritual beliefs to combine behavioral health with theology. \n\n\n\nReaching thousands of clergy members and helping to change the perception of mental illness in a broad array of spiritual communities. \n\n\n\nEducating thousands of individuals on mental health awareness topics\, with a special emphasis on seniors\, people who tend to hoard\, and those experiencing grief. \n\n\n\nDuring the COVID-19 pandemic\, creating a new internet-based weekly show\, Thankful Tuesdays\, which provided resources for many\, and an invaluable outlet to interact and discuss challenges at a critical time of racial and spiritual strife. \n\n\n\n——————— \n\n\n\nEvent Free Open to All Please register and Let us know you are coming to join us.. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n————————————————————————————————— \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz\n\n\n\nJoin us on the 4th Sunday of every month for an inspiring Jesus and Jazz Session led by Pastor Eyesha Marable. Jesus and Jazz is great music\, community connections\, melodies\, meditative moments\, and messages. We are located at 56 Church Street\, Millburn\, NJ 07041\, and we are looking forward to seeing you there. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited so please let us know if we should expect you by reserving your space via email at mtzionamemillburn@gmail.com or Eventbrite link\, \n\n\n\nRefreshments will be available immediately following the service by Pangea Caterers. \n\n\n\nFree – Open to All \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz Sessions are held monthly on the 4th Sunday of the Month and are curated by : \n\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus is a local live music producer\, promoter\, event planner\, and community partner. He combines his extensive corporate business and technology expertise with his love of live music\, making it his mission to keep the music alive by booking bands for private and public events1. Gregory spends his time as a photojournalist\, live music producer\, videographer\, arts and entertainment writer\, blogger\, business reviewer\, and community events reporter. He develops\, manages\, promotes\, and documents live music programs in the Greater New Jersey and New York Area2. His work includes organizing outdoor live music events\, such as Clements Place Jazz for the Rutgers University Institute of Jazz Studies​\, ​NJPAC Community Engagement\, NJPAC Jazz Advisory Team\, Mt Zion AME Jazz and Jesus\, Jazzy Nights Live Music performances​\, Live Music entertainment for Orange’s Farmers Market​\, Downtown Cranford Summer and Autumn Live Music Series​\, ​Downtown South Orange​\,​ 24 Hours of Music ​Jamboree Festival​\, South Orange Farmers Market Jazz Jam\, etc. Gregory Burrus also books bands for various local and private venues\, contributing to the vibrant music scene in the Northern NJ area​. \n\n\n\nLocation URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jesus-and-jazz-feat-south-african-jcfi-music-ensemble-feat-bassit-sobongile-buda/ LOCATION:Mt Zion AME Church\, 54 Church Street\, Milburn\, New Jersey\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Jesus and Jazz,Live Music,SOMA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Jesus-and-Jazz-2024-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T160000 DTSTAMP:20241012T042533Z CREATED:20240828T102148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241012T042533Z UID:10002178-1728828000-1728835200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Closing Reception - Reimagining Pain Thru Art featuring the Music of Pianist John Bianculli DESCRIPTION:Come listen to the Jazzy sounds of Pianist John Biancullias as we explore Reimagining Pain Thru Art – Free Event – Light Refreshments \n\n\n\nPianist John Bianculli\n\n\n\n\nJohn Bianculli is a lyrical and soulful pianist and composer. John’s dynamic original music is a unique blend of jazz\, Latin\, Brazilian\, rhythm and blues\, and world music. His original music can be heard on Telarc and Dream Box records. His song “Bittersweet” made the Contemporary Jazz Charts top-ten list. His music can also be heard on “Jazz Showcase\,” a major internationally released CD that is a compilation of Telarc’s greatest jazz recordings. \n\n\n\nCBS recorded John’s original solo piano music and he composed the score for the film”Lit’l Boy Grown.” \n\n\n\nAs pianist for international jazz recording artist Steve Nelson for over five years\, and Jeanie Bryson for over 10 years\, John has also worked with Cassandra Wilson\, Terence Blanchard\, Regina Belle\, Christy Baron\, Charlie Rouse\, Bobby Watson\, James Spaulding\, Jimmy Ponder\, Bill Hardman and Earl May. \n\n\n\nA self taught\, accomplished and versatile musician\, John was born and raised in New York City’s Greenwich Village across from the Village Vanguard. He got much of his training playing the jazz circuit from New York to Washington D.C. \n\n\n\nJohn’s compositions have been performed by his quartet\, quintet and sextet in New York City at the Blue Note\, Jazzmania\, Jazz Cultural-Theatre\, Greene Street\, the Rainbow Room and Jilly’s; in Washington D.C. at the One Step Down and Blues Alley. \n\n\n\nJohn Bianculli has enjoyed a considerable following at the Hyatt Regency for 19 years and the New York Hilton for 2 years. John has played numerous other clubs\, concerts and festivals in addition to a number of television and radio performances in the metropolitan area. \n\n\n\nAbout his music\, the Home News and Tribune writes\, “It invokes beauty and playful fancy\, stirs the imagination\, and goes straight to the heart. It is unique\, lyrical\, dynamic\, rich\, and uplifting. . .“ The Star Ledger says “It is music that will draw you in and make you listen. . .” \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nReimagining Pain Through Art\n\n\n\nSaturday October 13\, 20242 – 4:00 PM1978 Maplewood Arts CenterMaplewood\, New Jersey \n\n\n\n\nLive Music Presented and Curated by:\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus Productions \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPathways To Trust\, a rare disease non-profit organization dedicated to bringing patient’s voices to the center of the healthcare conversation with educational programs for healthcare providers\, students\, patients and caregivers. As part of this mission\, we are presenting\, Reimagining Pain Through Art\, an exhibit of various genres of art produced by patients who use their creativity to help them manage their pain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/closing-reception-reimagining-pain-thru-art-featuring-the-music-of-pianist-john-bianculli/ LOCATION:1978 Springfield Ave Arts Center\, 1978 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, NJ\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music,MAPSO,SOMA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Reimagin-Pain-by-Gregory-Burrus.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T130000 DTSTAMP:20240918T192153Z CREATED:20240807T093354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T192153Z UID:10000745-1727004600-1727010000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jesus and Jazz on Sept 22 featuring Brianne Ford Trio DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspirational morning of Jesus and Jaz featuring Brianne Ford Trio \n\n\n\nwith Vocalist Lynette Sheard at Mount Zion AME Church! Mental Health message will be delivered by Laverne Williams led by Rev Eyesha Matable. \n\n\n\nGet ready to be uplifted by the inspirational messages and powerful jazz music in a live Mt Zion AME Church Jazz and Jesus service. 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. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nJesus and Jazz\n\n\n\nJoin us on the 4th Sunday of every month for an inspiring Jesus and Jazz Session led by Pastor Eyesha Marable. Jesus and Jazz is 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. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited so please let us know if we should expect you by reserving your space via email at mtzionamemillburn@gmail.com or Eventbrite link\, \n\n\n\nRefreshments will be available immediaely following the service by Pangea Caterers. \n\n\n\nFree – Open to All \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nThis Sunday Led 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEyesha 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 Hono \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist\n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist. “We are kicking off this series with a gifted performer on the local live music scene who always comes out and jams all around town\,” said Burrus. “Lynette is well respected on the scene and has performed with numerous performers around our towns. Lynette Sheard is a gifted versatile vocalist with a five octave range. She is an actor\, producer and director. Her performances have been acknowledged in numerous publications including the New York Times\, The Record and the Chronicle. The Star Ledger and many of her fans proclaims that ‘Her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot.’ She performs Jazz\, R&B\, Gospel\, Soul and Pop music throughout the tri-state area and beyond.” \n\n\n\nTheater credits include principal roles in: Dream Girls\, Smokey Joes Café\, Ragtime\, Swing\, Aida\, and an encore performance as Lena Younger Mama in Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. She has received countless awards and recognition for her musical service work with children\, the elderly and veterans. She is a founding member of the Guiding Stars\, a Medical Missions group of professional performers who volunteer to entertain veterans and children. Her performances have raised thousands for Hurricane Katrina Survivors\, Haitian Relief efforts\, The Red Cross and numerous other local charities. Recently\, as a board member for Pleasant Valley Productions. she has helped produced a number of successful events at Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center (OSPAC) in West Orange\, NJ. \n\n\n\nLaverne S. Williams\, CSW\, Director of PEWS and Member of the MHANJ’s Community Education Team\n\n\n\nSummary of her key accomplishments includes: \n\n\n\n\nLeading pioneering work for faith-based communities and the public at large\, to help break the stigma of mental illness so that people will seek the help they need for mental health challenges.\n\n\n\nSpearheading and serving as pioneering founder of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s Promoting Emotional Wellness and Spirituality (PEWS) Program in 2005 and serving as Program Director since its inception.\n\n\n\nBecoming a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and using her training and spiritual beliefs to combine behavioral health with theology.\n\n\n\nReaching thousands of clergy members and helping to change the perception of mental illness in a broad array of spiritual communities.\n\n\n\nEducating thousands of individuals on mental health awareness topics\, with a special emphasis on seniors\, people who tend to hoard\, and those experiencing grief.\n\n\n\nDuring the COVID-19 pandemic\, creating a new internet-based weekly show\, Thankful Tuesdays\, which provided resources for many\, and an invaluable outlet to interact and discuss challenges at a critical time of racial and spiritual strife.\n\n\n\n\n——————— \n\n\n\nEvent Free Open to All Please register and Let us know you are coming to join us.. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n————————————————————————————————— \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz Sessions are held monthly on the 4th Sunday of the Month and are curated by Gregory Burrus Productions. \n\n\n\nPlease join us. \n\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus is a local live music producer\, promoter\, event planner\, and community partner. He combines his extensive corporate business and technology expertise with his love of live music\, making it his mission to keep the music alive by booking bands for private and public events1. Gregory spends his time as a photojournalist\, live music producer\, videographer\, arts and entertainment writer\, blogger\, business reviewer\, and community events reporter. He develops\, manages\, promotes\, and documents live music programs in the Greater New Jersey and New York Area2. His work includes organizing outdoor live music events\, such as Clements Place Jazz for the Rutgers University Institute of Jazz Studies​\, ​NJPAC Community Engagement\, NJPAC Jazz Advisory Team\, Mt Zion AME Jazz and Jesus\, Jazzy Nights Live Music performances​\, Live Music entertainment for Orange’s Farmers Market​\, Downtown Cranford Summer and Autumn Live Music Series​\, ​Downtown South Orange​\,​ 24 Hours of Music ​Jamboree Festival​\, South Orange Farmers Market Jazz Jam\, etc. Gregory Burrus also books bands for various local and private venues\, contributing to the vibrant music scene in the Northern NJ area​. \n\n\n\nLocation URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jesus-and-jazz-on-sept-22-featuring-brianne-ford-trio/ LOCATION:Mt Zion AME Church\, 54 Church Street\, Milburn\, New Jersey\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Jesus and Jazz,Live Music,SOMA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Jesus-Jazz-9_24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T210000 DTSTAMP:20240920T083548Z CREATED:20240213T062224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T083548Z UID:10000497-1726927200-1726952400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Annual West Orange Jazz Festival at OSPAC DESCRIPTION:West Orange Jazz Fest 2024 Sept 21\n\n\n\nPleasant Valley Productions presents the Annual West Orange Jazz Festival at OSPAC. Saturday\, September 21st\, 2-9 pm at the Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center located at 4 Boland Drive in West Orange NJ. \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to enjoy world-class entertainers\, a beer and wine garden\, food vendors\, and more. Free parking and indoor restrooms are available. Remember to bring your own chair. General admission is $10. $20 premium seating is available\, including a pre-set chair in the front of the stage. Special group rates are available for groups of 10 or more. The rain date is September 28th. \n\n\n\nTo purchase tickets\, visit https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/pvpospac/west-orange-jazz-fest-878995972 \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2:30-3:00Summer Breeze Chinese Jazz Fusion Ensemble \n\n\n\n3-3:45ULTRA’s – Jazz Fusion Group \n\n\n\n4-4:45John Lee and Friends \n\n\n\n5-5:45Nat Adderley Jr Quartet \n\n\n\n6- 6:45Rich Barrata – Latin / Jazz \n\n\n\n7-7:45Ty Stephens & Soul Jaazz \n\n\n\n8- 8:45Charisa The Violin Diva \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPleasant Valley Productions presents the Annual West Orange Jazz Festival at OSPAC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPleasant Valley Productions presents the Annual West Orange Jazz Festival at OSPAC – the Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center located at 4 Boland Drive in West Orange NJ \n\n\n\nGet Your tickets now. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/pvpospac/west-orange-jazz-fest-878995972\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nReview Last Year\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClick to Secure Your Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRain Date Sept 28 URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/annual-west-orange-jazz-festival-at-ospac-2/ LOCATION:Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center\, 4 Boland Drive \, NJ USA\, West Orange\, New Jersey\, 07052\, United States CATEGORIES:Blues,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/JAZZ-FEST-LINE-UP-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T200000 DTSTAMP:20240918T214353Z CREATED:20240918T213446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T214353Z UID:10000752-1726768800-1726776000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Carrie Jackson Jazz in the Street DESCRIPTION:Carrie Jackson will be performing at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on September 19\, 2024\, as part of the “Jazz in the Street” series The event will run from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and promises an evening of delightful jazz under the stars. Carrie Jackson\, a talented vocalist from Newark’s South Ward\, is known for her genre-bending style that includes jazz classics\, blues\, pop\, and unique renditions. \n\n\n\nSeptember 19\, 2024\, ARTSXCHANGE *FREE Carrie Jackson\, Vocals\, \n\n\n\nRadam Schwartz\, piano; Takashi Otsuka\, bass\, Gordon Lane\, drums SOUND STAGE 6:00-8:00  pm \n\n\n\n450 Clinton Avene\, Newark\, NJ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSponsored by: NJ PAC Community Engagement FREE URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/carrie-jackson-jazz-in-the-street/ LOCATION:Newark Sound Stage\, 450 Clinton Avene\,\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CarrieJacksonJazzIntheStreets.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T203000 DTSTAMP:20240828T155144Z CREATED:20240828T102148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T155144Z UID:10000741-1726164000-1726173000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Reimagining Pain Thru Art featuring the Dre Barnes Duo DESCRIPTION:Listen to the Jazzy sounds of the Dre Barnes Duo as we explore Reimagining Pain Thru Art \n\n\n\nPianist Dre Barnes Duo\n\n\n\n\n“Dre Barnes is an impressive dedicated Jazz Pianist and Composer who delivers his choice notes with a 9rm touch and potent rhythmic heft” Zan Stewart\, The Star ledger \n\n\n\nhttps://www.drebarnes.studio/about \n\n\n\n\nDre Barnes Duo Performs in Opening Reception \n\n\n\nReimagining Pain Through Art\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 126 -8:30PM1978 Maplewood Arts CenterMaplewood\, New Jersey \n\n\n\n\nLive Music Presented and Curated by:\n\n\n\n\nNew Jersey Performing Arts Center Community Engagement \n\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus Productions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPathways To Trust\, a rare disease non-profit organization dedicated to bringing patients’ voices to the center of the healthcare conversation with educational programs for healthcare providers\, students\, patients and caregivers. As part of this mission\, we are presenting\, Reimagining Pain Through Art\, an exhibit of various genres of art produced by patients who use their creativity to help them manage their pain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/reimagining-pain-thru-art-featuring-the-dre-barnes-duo/ LOCATION:1978 Springfield Ave Arts Center\, 1978 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, NJ\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music,MAPSO,SOMA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_20240826_162540.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T213000 DTSTAMP:20240906T212303Z CREATED:20240906T212301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T212303Z UID:10000749-1726081200-1726090200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Don't Miss Out: Groove Master Conover's Mpack Band Live at Shanghai Jazz DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wed\, Sept 11th at 7pm at Shanghai Jazz Restaurant & Bar for an unforgettable night of live music and delicious eats! Reservations suggested  Don’t miss out! \n\n\n\n\n\nMPack is a band\, a brand\, and a musical production enterprise\, consisting of multiple elements in an ever evolving flow.  Like a river\, it’s unpredictable and never flows the same way twice.  It is an ever-evolving\, thought provoking\, limitless musical experience that will elevate your mind body & soul and make you shake your behind all at the same time.MPack is the musical brainchild of bassist\, guitarist\, keyboardist\, drummer and vocalist Clarence ‘Groove Master’ Conover.  He’s the founder\, leader\, and vocalist of the Clarence Conover Project\, the MPack Band and the founder and CEO of M-Pack Music productions whose motto is “Life Changing Sounds”.  He released his first CD “My Time” in 2014. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/dont-miss-out-groove-master-conovers-mpack-band-live-at-shanghai-jazz/ LOCATION:Shanghai Jazz\, 24 Main Street\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Smooth Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mpack-Music-Shanghai-Jazz-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T130000 DTSTAMP:20240823T101754Z CREATED:20240807T093354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T101754Z UID:10000734-1724585400-1724590800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jesus and Jazz w Rev Dr Alfonso Wyatt and Phillip Bingham John Lee Winard Harper and Lynette Sheard DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspirational morning of Jesus and Jazz w Special Guest Rev Dr Alfonso Wyatt and Jazz led by Bandleader Phillip Pianist Bingham. Grammy Winning Producer John Lee\, Drummer Winard Harper and Vocalist Lynette Sheard at Mount Zion AME Church! Mental Health message will be delivered by Laverne Williams. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nGet ready to be uplifted by the inspirational messages and powerful jazz music in a live Mt Zion AME Church service. 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. \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz\n\n\n\nJoin us on the 4th Sunday of every month for an inspiring Jesus and Jazz Session led by Pastor Eyesha Marable. \n\n\n\nJoin the MZAME family\, Rev. Eyesha Marable\, and Gregory Burrus for Jesus & Jazz on Aug 25 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. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited so please let us know if we should expect you by reserving your space via email at mtzionamemillburn@gmail.com \n\n\n\nRefreshments will be available immediately following the service by Pangea Caterers. \n\n\n\nEvent Free Open to All Please register and Let us know you are coming to join us. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nThis Sunday Led 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEyesha 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.​​ \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest\n\n\n\nRev Dr Alfonso Wyatt\n\n\n\nRev. Dr. Alfonso Wyatt is a remarkable individual who has made significant contributions in various fields. Here are some key points about him: \n\n\n\n\nHe retired as the vice president of the Fund for the City of New York after serving for over two decades.\n\n\n\nDr. Wyatt is the founder of Strategic Destiny\, an organization that focuses on designing futures through faith and facts.\n\n\n\nHis mentoring efforts have impacted thousands of people\, including young individuals in foster care\, those in juvenile detention facilities\, adults in prison\, and mentees pursuing their Ph.D.\n\n\n\nDr. Wyatt provides advisory and consulting services to government agencies\, colleges\, civic groups\, community-based organizations\, public and charter schools\, education intermediaries\, foundations\, and the broader faith community.\n\n\n\nAs an author\, he has written seven books\, including Madd Truth: Lasting Lessons for Students of Life\, which is aimed at young people.\n\n\n\nHis educational background includes studies at Howard University\, Columbia Teachers College\, The Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy\, Columbia Business School Institute for Nonprofit Management\, and New York Theological Seminary.\n\n\n\nCurrently\, he serves on the board of The Osborne Association.  \n\n\n\n\nJazz Project \n\n\n\nJohn Lee – Bassist\n\n\n\nJohn Lee is an accomplished American bassist\, Grammy-winning record producer\, and audio engineer. Let me share some details about his life and career: \n\n\n\n\nEarly Life and Education:\n\n\n\nJohn Gregory Lee was born on June 28\, 1952\, in Boston\, Massachusetts\, United States. His parents were Rev. John W. Lee\, an African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) minister\, and Harriet Holland Lee\, a career social worker.\n\n\n\nHe grew up in Greenwich\, Connecticut\, Amityville\, New York\, and Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania.\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn began learning the string bass in 1962 under the guidance of Carolyn Lush.\n\n\n\nHe attended Philadelphia’s Overbrook High School and later studied at the Philadelphia Musical Academy (now the University of the Arts) from 1970 to 1972.\n\n\n\nDuring this time\, he also performed with musicians like Carlos Garnett and Joe Henderson.\n\n\n\nIn August 1972\, John and drummer Gerry Brown relocated to Europe\, where they toured and recorded with various bands.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCareer Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nAfter moving to New York City in 1974\, John Lee collaborated with artists such as Joe Henderson\, Lonnie Liston Smith\, and Norman Connors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHe joined Larry Coryell’s band\, The Eleventh House\, in December 1974.\n\n\n\nIn 1975\, Lee and Gerry Brown signed a recording contract with Blue Note Records and formed their own working band.\n\n\n\nLee began producing records in 1977.\n\n\n\nFrom 1982 to 1984\, he worked with jazz pianist McCoy Tyner.\n\n\n\nIn July 1984\, John Lee became Dizzy Gillespie’s bassist\, touring and recording with Dizzy’s Quintet\, Big Band\, and the Grammy-winning “United Nation Orchestra.”\n\n\n\nLee has performed in concert halls and jazz clubs across more than 100 countries worldwide.\n\n\n\nHe has also played with notable artists like Sonny Rollins\, James Moody\, Aretha Franklin\, Jimmy Heath\, Pharoah Sanders\, and many others.\n\n\n\nLee was a founding member of “The Fantasy Band” (1993-1996) alongside Chuck Loeb\, Marion Meadows\, and Dave Samuels.\n\n\n\nSince 1996\, he has been the director and bassist of the Dizzy Gillespie Alumni All-Stars\, the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band\, and the Dizzy Gillespie Afro-Cuban Experience.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Lee’s contributions to jazz music and his extensive work as a bassist\, producer\, and recording engineer have left a lasting impact on the music industry. 🎵🎶 \n\n\n\nWinard Harper – Drummer\n\n\n\n Winard Harper is an American jazz drummer known for his remarkable contributions to the world of music. Let me share some interesting details about his career: \n\n\n\n\nIn the 1980s\, Harper played alongside legendary artists such as Dexter Gordon\, Johnny Griffin\, and Betty Carter\, with whom he collaborated with for four years.\n\n\n\nHis musical journey led him to meet trombonist Wycliffe Gordon\, resulting in fruitful collaborations.\n\n\n\nHarper and his brother\, trumpeter Philip Harper\, formed the group The Harper Brothers from 1988 to 1993. The ensemble featured talented musicians like Justin Robinson\, Javon Jackson\, and Kiyoshi Kitagawa.\n\n\n\nAs a leader\, Winard Harper has recorded several albums\, including Be Yourself\, Trap Dancer\, and A Time for the Soul.\n\n\n\nHe has also worked with other notable artists\, such as Ray Bryant\, Etta Jones\, and Houston Person.\n\n\n\nHarper’s drumming style blends American jazz with African rhythms\, creating a unique and captivating sound.\n\n\n\nWhether leading his own groups or contributing as a sideman\, Winard Harper continues to make a significant impact on the jazz scene.\n\n\n\n\nPhillip Bigham Pianist – Keyboardist / Composer – Arranger\n\n\n\nPhillip Bigham is a pianist known for his contributions to the world of jazz and gospel music. He has been featured in various performances and events\, including the Jesus and Jazz series. In one such event\, he performed alongside Grammy-winning producer John Lee\, renowned drummer Winard Harper\, and professional Lynette Sheard at Mount Zion AME Church in Millburn\, New Jersey. The fusion of faith and jazz in this spiritually enriching environment creates a unique experience for the audience. If you’re interested\, you can attend these inspiring sessions on the 4th Sunday of every month hosted by Pastor Eyesha Marable and Gregory Burrus \n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist\n\n\n\nLynette Sheard – Vocalist. “We are kicking off this series with a gifted performer on the local live music scene who always comes out and jams all around town\,” said Burrus. “Lynette is well respected on the scene and has performed with numerous performers around our towns. Lynette Sheard is a gifted versatile vocalist with a five octave range. She is an actor\, producer and director. Her performances have been acknowledged in numerous publications including the New York Times\, The Record and the Chronicle. The Star Ledger and many of her fans proclaims that ‘Her voice reaches deep into one’s soul and finds a soft spot.’ She performs Jazz\, R&B\, Gospel\, Soul and Pop music throughout the tri-state area and beyond.” \n\n\n\nTheater credits include principal roles in: Dream Girls\, Smokey Joes Café\, Ragtime\, Swing\, Aida\, and an encore performance as Lena Younger Mama in Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. She has received countless awards and recognition for her musical service work with children\, the elderly and veterans. She is a founding member of the Guiding Stars\, a Medical Missions group of professional performers who volunteer to entertain veterans and children. Her performances have raised thousands for Hurricane Katrina Survivors\, Haitian Relief efforts\, The Red Cross and numerous other local charities. Recently\, as a board member for Pleasant Valley Productions. she has helped produced a number of successful events at Oskar Schindler Performing Arts Center (OSPAC) in West Orange\, NJ. \n\n\n\nLaverne S. Williams\, CSW\, Director of PEWS and Member of the MHANJ’s Community Education Team\n\n\n\nSummary of her key accomplishments includes: \n\n\n\n\nLeading pioneering work for faith-based communities and the public at large\, to help break the stigma of mental illness so that people will seek the help they need for mental health challenges.\n\n\n\nSpearheading and serving as pioneering founder of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey’s Promoting Emotional Wellness and Spirituality (PEWS) Program in 2005 and serving as Program Director since its inception.\n\n\n\nBecoming a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and using her training and spiritual beliefs to combine behavioral health with theology.\n\n\n\nReaching thousands of clergy members and helping to change the perception of mental illness in a broad array of spiritual communities.\n\n\n\nEducating thousands of individuals on mental health awareness topics\, with a special emphasis on seniors\, people who tend to hoard\, and those experiencing grief.\n\n\n\nDuring the COVID-19 pandemic\, creating a new internet-based weekly show\, Thankful Tuesdays\, which provided resources for many\, and an invaluable outlet to interact and discuss challenges at a critical time of racial and spiritual strife.\n\n\n\n\n——————— \n\n\n\nEvent Free Open to All Please register and Let us know you are coming to join us.. \n\n\n\n————————————————————————————————— \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz Sessions are held monthly on the 4th Sunday of the Month and are curated by Gregory Burrus Productions. \n\n\n\nPlease join us. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus is a local live music producer\, promoter\, event planner\, and community partner. He combines his extensive corporate business and technology expertise with his love of live music\, making it his mission to keep the music alive by booking bands for private and public events1. Gregory spends his time as a photojournalist\, live music producer\, videographer\, arts and entertainment writer\, blogger\, business reviewer\, and community events reporter. He develops\, manages\, promotes\, and documents live music programs in the Greater New Jersey and New York Area2. His work includes organizing outdoor live music events\, such as Clements Place Jazz for the Rutgers University Institute of Jazz Studies​\, ​NJPAC Community Engagement\, NJPAC Jazz Advisory Team\, Mt Zion AME Jazz and Jesus\, Jazzy Nights Live Music performances​\, Live Music entertainment for Orange’s Farmers Market​\, Downtown Cranford Summer and Autumn Live Music Series​\, ​Downtown South Orange​\,​ 24 Hours of Music ​Jamboree Festival​\, South Orange Farmers Market Jazz Jam\, etc. Gregory Burrus also books bands for various local and private venues\, contributing to the vibrant music scene in the Northern NJ area​. \n\n\n\nLocation URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jesus-and-jazz-w-rev-dr-alfonso-wyatt-and-phillip-bingham-john-lee-winard-harper-and-lynette-sheard/ LOCATION:Mt Zion AME Church\, 54 Church Street\, Milburn\, New Jersey\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Jesus and Jazz,Live Music,SOMA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/finalJesus-and-Jazz-2024-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T213000 DTSTAMP:20240807T211301Z CREATED:20240709T094317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T211301Z UID:10000714-1723924800-1723930200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Mindi Abair at UCPAC Hamilton Stage DESCRIPTION:Smooth Jazz NZj presents Wine and Jazz featuring Mindi Abair at UCPAC Hamilton Stage\n\n\n\n\n\n“21st Century Sophistication\, A Gritty\, Raucous Spirit\, And Exceptional Creative Imagination” – Allmusic.Com\n\n\n\nAlso join us in the WBGO Piano Lounge and enjoy the community as we sample wine\, spirits and the sounds of emerging star Leonieke Scheuble on the keys making beautiful music for us all to enjoy. Come join usfor free in the Piano Lounge which is open to all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Mindi Abair – Saxophonist/vocalist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring her remarkable 21-year recording career\, saxophonist/vocalist Mindi Abair has garnered 2 GRAMMY nominations\, recorded with some of the biggest names in music\, and built a substantial following among jazz and blues audiences with her soaring melodies and powerhouse style. \n\n\n\nIn 2014\, Mindi received her first GRAMMY nomination in the Best Pop Instrumental Album category for Summer Horns with Dave Koz\, Richard Elliot and Gerald Albright\, followed by a 2015 GRAMMY nomination for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for her solo LP Wild Heart featuring the late Gregg Allman\, Joe Perry\, Trombone Shorty\, Booker T. Jones\, Keb’ Mo’\, and Max Weinberg. \n\n\n\nAbout Pianist Leonieke Scheuble \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeonieke Scheuble is a gifted pianist and jazz organist who possesses a rare talent for blues and jazz improvisation at an unusually young age. Born to an engineer mother and a musician father in 2002\, she was given a Dutch name after her parents lived in the Netherlands on assignment and developed an affection for Holland and the Dutch people12. At just 10 years old\, jazz great Dr. Lonnie Smith gifted her a Hammond organ after seeing a clip of her playing piano. Three years later\, she won the “Best Up and Coming Young Artist” award at the Hot House Fan Decision Awards3. Leonieke’s musical journey began with inspiration from the movie “Ray\,” based on the life of Ray Charles. Despite having no prior musical training\, she spent hours at the piano creating rhythmically interesting and compositionally balanced pieces \n\n\n\nBuy Tickets URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/mindi-abair-at-ucpac-hamilton-stage/ LOCATION:UCPAC Hamilton Stage\, Union County Performing Arts Center\, 360 Hamilton St\, NJ\, Rahway\, NJ\, 07065\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Smooth Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Mindi-Abair-2024-07-24-212313.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T210000 DTSTAMP:20240722T132004Z CREATED:20240709T124551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T132004Z UID:10000717-1723899600-1723928400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Patterson Jazz Festival - ESNA 2.0 JAZZ IN THE PARK 2024 DESCRIPTION:Jazz In The Park – Patterson NJ \n\n\n\nOn August 17th\, The Paterson Jazz Festival will be at Eastside Park in Paterson\, NJ. Showtime: 1 – 9 PM. Rain date: Sunday\, Aug. 18. \n\n\n\n\n\nDetails to follow URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/patterson-jazz-festival-esna-2-0-jazz-in-the-park-2024/ LOCATION:Eastside Park\, Lower Field\, Patterson\, New Jersey\, 07514\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Latin Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz,Smooth Jazz NJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/patterson-Jazz-Festival-.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T220000 DTSTAMP:20240813T233036Z CREATED:20240813T084851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T233036Z UID:10000739-1723750200-1723759200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:IJS Presents I Swing Because Im Happy feat David Williams James Austin Jr DESCRIPTION:IJS Presents I Swing Because Im Happy feat David Williams James Austin Jr \n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to swing all night as with these stellar musicians David Williams\, James Austin Jr Justin Robinson\, Alex Norris & Evan Sherman \n\n\n\nClick event link below for details and to register \n\n\n\nDavid Williams‘ route to the top of the jazz world has been somewhat unconventional: it has taken him from Trinidad to London to New York to Washington\, DC to Los Angeles and back to New York. But there is nothing conventional about brilliance\, and as a bassist\, that is what David Williams exemplifies. His sound is deep and resonant\, his section playing seems effortless\, his solos are rhythmic and compelling\, and his intonation is flawless. \n\n\n\nContinue on to learn more about this brilliant performer  \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nhttp://davidhappywilliams.com/biography.html URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ijs-presents-i-swing-because-im-happy-feat-david-williams-james-austin-jr/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,Pianist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_823499259_200862113971_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T180000 DTSTAMP:20240807T191537Z CREATED:20240307T164627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T191537Z UID:10000527-1723388400-1723399200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Sunday Jazz at the Gazebo feat. John Lee and Friends Jazz Party DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY JAZZ SERIES\n\n\n\nAug 11 John Lee and Friends Jazz Party. Grammy Winning Producer\, 11 years as Dizzy Gillespie Basis and notable performances with Aretha Franklin\, Max Roach\, and Sonny Rollins and many more. \n\n\n\n\n\nThree SUNDAYS: JULY 28 & AUGUST 4 and 11\, 2024 – — 3PM – 6PM SPRINGFIELD AVENUE GAZEBO\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Sunday Jazz Series @ The GazeboSunday Jazz Series returns for three Sundays with live jazz music curated by Gregory Burrus Productions. This Sunday we are happy to invite Grammy Winning Producer and Bassist John Lee and his friends to join us at the Gazebo for this special summer event. \n\n\n\nUpnext\n\n\n\nAug 11 John Lee and Friends Jazz Party. Grammy Winning Producer\, 11 years as Dizzy Gillespie Basis and notable performances with Aretha Franklin\, Max Roach\, and Sonny Rollins and many more. \n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the event from the park and bring a musical instrument to join in the fun. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to be a sponsor or donate to the series please contact us! \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\nProduced by:\n\n\n\nSPRINGFIELD AVENUE MARKETING\n\n\n\nSpringfield Avenue is a commercial district nestled within the walking community of Maplewood\, while offering a throughway from Newark to Union.  This combination enables a true mix of businesses\, activities and energy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n About the Artists: \n\n\n\nBassist – John Lee\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Lee is a Grammy Award winning record producer and audio engineer. He has produced over 100 recordings and is the co-founder of the record label JLP\, Jazz Legacy Productions. From 1984 thru 1993\, John Lee was Dizzy Gillespie’s bassist. Performing and recording in the trumpet master’s various bands including the Dizzy Gillespie Quintet\, Dizzy Gillespie Big Band and Dizzy’s Grammy Award winning United Nation Orchestra. After Dizzy’s passing\, his family asked John to create an ongoing tribute to the great man and his music—and the concept for the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars was born. John is the bassist and director of the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars\, Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band and the Dizzy Gillespie Afro-Cuban Experience. He has also worked in the bands of Gary Bartz\, Larry Coryell\, Jon Faddis\, Aretha Franklin\, Roberta Gambarini\, Roy Hargrove\, Jimmy Heath\, Gregory Hines\, Claudio Roditi\, Sonny Rollins and McCoy Tyner. \n\n\n\nKarl Latham – Drummer\n\n\n\nKarl’s career has spanned the globe performing\, recording\, and producing with Grammy Award winning artists\, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members and multitude of internationally acclaimed musicians.  Karl has performed with notable artists including: John Lee with Claudio Roditi\, Slide Hampton\, Clark Terry and Cyrus Chestunt;  The Dizzy Gillespie Alumni All-Stars; Dizzy Gillespie Afro-Latin Experience with Paquito D’Rivera; The Fantasy Band including Dave Valentine\, Dave Samuels\,  Chuck Loeb\, Noel Pointer\, Roy Ayers; The Bernie Worrell Orchestra; Michael Urbaniak; Andy Snitzer; Edgar Winter; Johnny Winter; The Shirelles (Music Director); Howard Paul with guests Tom Scott and Anat Cohen; Ali Ryerson; Wolfgang Lackerschmid with Atilla Zoller\, Ed Cherry\, Cameron Brown; Karl has subbed on the Broadway productions of “Bring It On”\, “Hamilton”\, “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”\, and “Ain’t Too Proud”.  Karl is included in the Drummerworld Top Drummers lis \n\n\n\nAlex Collins (Pianist – Keyboardist / Composer – Arranger)\n\n\n\nAlex Collins is a New York City pianist\, composer and arranger. Since arriving on the New York scene\, Alex has performed at the Blue Note Jazz Club\, The Plaza Hotel\, Dizzy's Club Coca Cola at Lincoln Center\, Minton’s\, The Kitano Hotel\, Fat Cat and Smalls Jazz Club. Alex has had the honor of recording with great vocalist Michelle Coltrane on her record Awakening (2017)\, as well as drummer Gerry Gibbs on his #1 record\, Weather or Not (2017) and Gibbs’ latest release\, Our People (2019). Alex can also be heard performing with Ronniec Burrage and Holographic Principle\, the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars led by bassist John Lee\, drummer Lenny White and bassist Lonnie Plaxico. As a sideman or leader\, Alex has performed with noted musicians including: saxophonists Casey Benjamin\, Ralph Bowen\, Wayne Escoffery\, Jon Gordon\, Mark Gross\, Vincent Herring and Dick Oatts; trumpeters Darren Barrett\, Tom Harrell\, Sean Jones\, Joe Magnarelli\, and Jim Rotondi; guitarist Vic Juris; bassists John Benitez\, Kenny Davis\, Essiet Essiet\, David Finck\, Gary Foote\, John Lee\, Rufus Reid\, Ben Williams and Buster Williams; and drummers: Steve Berrios\, Johnathan Blake\, Chris Brown\, Jaimeo Brown\, Ronnie Burrage\, Alvester Garnett\, Winard Harper\, Karl Latham\, Lewis Nash\, Clarence Penn\, Ralph Peterson\, Jr. and Tyshawn Sorey. Alex is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music (M.M. Jazz Composition) and the Eastman School of Music (B.M. Jazz Studies and Contemporary Media). He received the Wynton Kelly Jazz Foundation Award for Jazz Achievement (2003) and participated in the prestigious Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead program (2006). \n\n\n\nLocation URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/sunday-jazz-at-the-gazebo-2024-8-11-feat-john-lee-and-friends-jazz-party/ LOCATION:Springfield Avenue Gazebo\, 1662 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz,SOMA,SOMAPSO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/john-lee-and-friends-in-sunday-jazz-at-gazebo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T180000 DTSTAMP:20240803T163132Z CREATED:20240307T164627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T163132Z UID:10000526-1722783600-1722794400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Sunday Jazz at the Springfield Ave Gazebo featuring James Austin Jr. Quartet leading NJPAC Jazz Jam DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Springfield Avenue Gazebo!\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Aug 4th\, 2024\, on behalf of NJPAC Community Engagement\, we are proud to extend into the community\, the very long running\, highly successful NJPAC Jazz Jam sessions. This session will be hosted by Gregory Burrus Productions with the Springfield Avenue Marketing ( SAM) Association. The jazz jam will be held outdoors at the Springfield Ave Gazebo in Maplewood\, New Jersey. Our Jazz Jam leader\, pianist James Austin Jr. curates these monthly sessions at the Rutgers IJS Clements Place Jazz location\, in the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall. James a semifinalist in Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition at the Smithsonian Institute and has been leading these session where we mesh legends with newcomers. Free and open to all so if you got the chops you are welcome to come sing or jam with us. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nNJPAC Jazz Jams \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRunning for 10 years\, our monthly Jazz Jam Sessions\, feature top-flight NJ musicians directed by pianist and bandleader\, James Austin\, Jr. This series is co-presented by NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee and Rutgers Institute for Jazz Studies. Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of jazz music that stimulate the player’s and listeners’ minds. All novice and seasoned jazz musicians/singers are welcomed to jam and improv with the professional house band. Co-Producers are Wayne Winborne\, Executive Director\, Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies and Rev. Eyesha Marable\, AVP\, Community Engagement\, NJPAC. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artists\n\n\n\nJames Austin Jr / Leader NJPAC Jazz Jam\n\n\n\nJames Austin on Piano in Chicago\n\n\n\nJames Austin\, Jr. is an accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader who hails from Chicago\, IL.  He has honed his craft under the tutelage of a number of legendary jazz musicians including extensive study with Barry Harris\, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz educators of all time. \n\n\n\nJames’ musical achievements include being honored as a featured performer and semifinalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition. In recent years\, James has performed alongside an illustrious list of singers and musicians in diverse settings throughout the world. He recently served as pianist and arranger for several star-studded concerts at Carnegie Hall under the baton of esteemed musical director\, Ray Chew. \n\n\n\nJames is regularly featured in the New York City area as a pianist and bandleader for various live concerts\, theatrical performances\, and civic and charitable events. He has curated and led the NJPAC Jazz Jam Session series since its inception. Songs in the Key of Wonder\, James’ debut album\, showcases his tasteful instrumental arrangements of a selection of classic compositions from the songbook of the great Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nAlvester Garnett – Drums\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Alvester Garnett is an American jazz drummer born on July 17\, 1970\, in Richmond\, Virginia. He has an impressive list of collaborations\, having played with artists such as Abbey Lincoln\, Betty Carter\, Regina Carter\, Clark Terry\, Pharoah Sanders\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, and many others. His contributions extend beyond the jazz scene; he has also appeared on Great Performances on PBS in a tribute to Kurt Weill. Garnett’s talent and versatility are leaving a significant mark in the world of music. \n\n\n\nMotoki Mihara – Bass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMotoki Mihara is a jazz musician known for his work as a bassist. From Kyoto\, Japan. Studied jazz performance at CCNY. Also\, studied/ performs African percussion\, Haitian Kompa\, and Caribbean music\, along w Jazz. \n\n\n\nJackie Jones – Vocalist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJackie Jones – Her presence on the greater Newark/New Brunswick/New York Metro jazz scene is nothing short of prolific – it speaks volumes about what she has achieved since her emergence in the late 70’s and early 80’s — a musical journey that has carried her to destinations near and afar.   A product of the Jazz program at Rutgers University – she studied with a coalition of legendary talents led by bassist Dr. Larry Ridley\, pianist Kenny Barron\, alto saxophonist James Spaulding\, vibraphonist Steve Nelson and drummer Keith Copeland.   Among her career achievements\, Jackie has been blessed to establish musical associations with many noteworthy talents including: appearing as the opening act for Lou Rawls\, as well as performing with a host of jazz luminaries such as — saxophonist Houston Person\, vibraphonist Roy Ayers\, pianist Nat Adderley\, guitarist Jimmy Ponder\, Bassist Christian McBride and drummers Winard Harper and Cecil Brooks\, III. Her abundant talents have carried her overseas to perform at festivals in Russia\, Berlin and Switzerland while at home\, she makes regular appearances at local music festivals. Jackie is an avowed foodie\, Swing  dancer and musicians that  influenced her the most are Nancy Wilson and Phyllis Hyman. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSUNDAY JAZZ SERIES\n\n\n\nThree Sundays: July 28 & August 4 and 11\, 2024 3PM – 6PM \n\n\n\nGazebo at 1688 Springfield Avenue\, Maplewood\, NJ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFree \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nProduced by:\n\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus Productions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGregory Burrus is a local live music ambassador\, event developer and community partner that develops manages\, promotes and documents local live music community events in the Greater New Jersey and New York Area. \n\n\n\nSpringfield Ave Marketing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpringfield Avenue is a commercial district nestled within the walking community of Maplewood\, while offering a throughway from Newark to Union. This combination enables a true mix of businesses\, activities and energy. You’ll find first-time local merchants alongside specialty destination stores\, new developments\, national chains and much more. \n\n\n\nInstitute of Jazz Studies (IJS)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS)\, located on the fourth floor of the John Cotton Dana Library at Rutgers University–Newark in Newark\, New Jersey\, is the world’s foremost jazz archives and research library. Founded in 1952 by pioneer jazz scholar Marshall Stearns (1908-1966)\, the IJS has been a pioneering institution in the preservation and access of jazz heritage12. It serves a broad clientele\, including teachers\, scholars\, musicians\, the media\, record companies\, filmmakers\, and arts agencies. The IJS houses extensive archival collections\, offers fellowships\, and conducts the Jazz Oral History Project. If you’re interested in jazz history\, it’s a fantastic resource! 🎶🎷📚 \n\n\n\nNJPAC COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)\, in Downtown Newark\, New Jersey\, is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States. It is a nonprofit institution that serves as a cultural hub for the city and the state. NJPAC delights audiences with exceptional performances across various genres\, including music\, dance\, theater\, and more. The center nurtures students through its Education initiatives\, fostering creativity and artistic development. Community Engagement: NJPAC hosts free events and festivals throughout the city\, engaging the community and celebrating the arts. As an anchor cultural institution\, NJPAC celebrates diversity and aims to enrich lives through the arts and continually strives to make the world a better place through the power of the arts! 🎭🎶 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUp Next\n\n\n\nAug 11 John Lee and Friends Jazz Party. Grammy Winning Producer\, 11 years as Dizzy Gillespie Basis and notable performances with Aretha Franklin\, Max Roach\, and Sonny Rollins and many more. \n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the event from the park and bring a musical instrument to join in the fun. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to be a sponsor or donate to the series please contact us! \n\n\n\nLocation URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/sunday-jazz-at-the-gazebo-2024-8-4-feat-james-austin-jr-njpac-jazz-jam/ LOCATION:Springfield Avenue Gazebo\, 1662 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz,SOMA,SOMAPSO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gregory-burrus-productions-summer-gazebo-NJPAC-JAZZ-JAM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T180000 DTSTAMP:20240723T193105Z CREATED:20240307T164627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T193105Z UID:10000516-1722178800-1722189600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jammin at the Gazebo Jazz feat. the Joe Rizzolution Jam w Oscar Williams 11\, Joe Rodriguez & Special Guest Coo Moe Jhee DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY JAZZ SERIES 2024\n\n\n\nThe Sunday Jazz Series @ The GazeboSunday Jazz Series returns for three Sundays with live jazz music produced by Springfield Avenue Marketing and Gregory Burrus Productions \n\n\n\n\n\nJoe Rizzolo\n\n\n\nMusician / Drummer / Music Educator. Joe Rizzolo is a musician and leader of The Joe Rizzolution Trio and The Paul Abler Legacy Group. Joe began his musical journey listening to The Beatles with his father’s records. He holds a BA in Percussion Performance and a Music Education Certification (NJCU 2012). \n\n\n\nJoining Joe On Stage will be: Oscar Williams II on Piano\, Jose Rodriguez\, bass with Special Guest Coo Moe Jhee. \n\n\n\nPlease join us. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThree SUNDAYS: JULY 28 & AUGUST 4 and 11\, 20243PM – 6PM SPRINGFIELD AVENUE GAZEBO \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAug 4 James Austin Jr / NJPAC Jazz Jam – semifinalist in Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz International Piano Competition at the Smithsonian Institute. James curates NJPAC jazz jam sessions meshing legends with newcomers. \n\n\n\nAug 11 John Lee and Friends Jazz Party . Grammy Winning Producer\, 11 years as Dizzy Gillespie Basis and notable performances with Aretha Franklin\, Max Roach\, and Sonny Rollins.\, many more. \n\n\n\nWe encourage attendees to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy the event from the park and bring a musical instrument to join in the fun. Selected Food Trucks will be available onsite. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to be a sponsor or donate to the series please contact us! URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jammin-at-the-gazebo-jazz-feat-the-joe-rizzolution-jam-w-oscar-williams-11-joe-rodriguez-special-guest-coo-moe-jhee/ LOCATION:Springfield Avenue Gazebo\, 1662 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Gazebo Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz,SOMA,SOMAPSO,Sunday Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SuJazz-at-maplewood-springfield-gazebo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T203000 DTSTAMP:20240710T015023Z CREATED:20240213T054109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T015023Z UID:10000489-1721930400-1721939400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Forget The Whale - Cranford Summer Sounds Live Music Thursday DESCRIPTION:Cranford Summer Sounds is a concert series that takes place at Eastman Clock Plaza in downtown Cranford\, New Jersey on Thursdays from 6–8:30 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe series runs from June 6 to the end of August 29th except for July 4th. An exciting new band every week. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Day Information\n\n\n\nCranford is a walkable town\, so come early grab a bite from a local eatery and enjoy it while listening. \n\n\n\n\nBring your lawn chair\, friends\, family\, your energy and join us. \n\n\n\nYou can eat at a local restaurant and sit on a park bench while listening to the music\n\n\n\nMusic is 2 sets – so you can also grab a meal and or visit the town during the break. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Cost:\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location:\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Host:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Curated by: URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/cranford-summer-sounds-live-music-thursday-7/ LOCATION:Downtown Cranford Clock\, N Union Ave\, Cranford\, NJ 07016\, Cranford\, New Jersey\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,RnB,Rock ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/forget-the-Whale-2022.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T210000 DTSTAMP:20240711T030739Z CREATED:20240213T062406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T030739Z UID:10000496-1721476800-1721509200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:July 20. 2024 3rd Annual Orange Food Truck and Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:FESTIVAL HOME\n\n\n\n\n\nCity of Orange Food Truck and Jazz Festival in Monte Irvin Orange Park Noon to 9 PM  \n\n\n\nYou are all invited to the City of Orange NJ Food Truck and Jazz Festival. Come enjoy some seriously delicious food trucks and a great live jazz music experience! Community tables all day long. \n\n\n\nThis is the perfect event for families\, friends\, foodies and music lovers alike — a great opportunity to bring the whole family for a fun day out in the park. \n\n\n\nCLICK TO VIEW FESTIVAL DETAILS\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nReview last years \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you ready for some serious jazz? We have an ideal setting to escape from the city bustle\, your daily hustle and experience some of the best live jazz music in the Northeast and beyond. The 2nd annual “City of Orange” food truck and jazz festival will open with some of the hottest and most talented young musicians. \n\n\n\nClick to learn more now \n\n\n\nEscape to Monte Irvin Park for a day of relaxation and great music and enjoy an incredible lineup of bands from all over the country. Tell your family and Friends and come join us. \n\n\n\nJoin us in the spacious\, nature-driven outdoors of Monte Irvin Orange Park. Monte Irvin Orange Park is a county park in the City of Orange\, in Essex County\, New Jersey. It serves the City of Orange with a playground\, athletic fields\, basketball court\, soccer field\, walking paths\, and a man-made lake and is the perfect location for this annual Essex County / City of Orange outdoor food and jazz festival this summer. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/july-20th-3rd-annual-orange-food-truck-and-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Monte Irvin Orange Park\, South Center St & South Harrison Street\, City of Orange\, New Jersey\, 07050\, United States CATEGORIES:Blues,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/00-20240615-food-truck-and-jazz-fest-by-gregory-burrus-productions.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T203000 DTSTAMP:20240710T010524Z CREATED:20240307T070843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T010524Z UID:10000523-1721325600-1721334600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Cranford Summer Sounds Live Music Thursday featuring the CMJ Jazz Band DESCRIPTION:Cranford Summer Sounds is a concert series that takes place at Eastman Clock Plaza in downtown Cranford\, New Jersey on Thursdays from 6–8:30 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe series runs from June 30 to the end of August. An exciting new band every week. This featuring the CMJ Jazz Band led by Coo Mo Jhee \n\n\n\nEvent Day Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCranford is a walkable town\, so come early grab a bite from a local eatery and enjoy it while listening. \n\n\n\n\nBring your lawn chair\, friends\, family\, your energy and join us.\n\n\n\nYou can eat at a local restaurant and sit on a park bench while listening to the music\n\n\n\nMusic is 2 sets – so you can also grab a meal and or visit the town during the break. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/cranford-summer-sounds-live-music-thursday/ LOCATION:NJ CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Commnity,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz NJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cmj-jazz-band-coo-mo-ghee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T160000 DTSTAMP:20240710T000446Z CREATED:20240403T013539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T000446Z UID:10000710-1720357200-1720368000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Sunday Blue Room Brunch featuring the Sweet Lee Music Quartet at South Valley BBQ DESCRIPTION:. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for a Fantastic Live Music and an outdoor Patio Brunch on Sunday Afternoon and let’s hear some really great jazz. \n\n\n\n\n\nCome join us at South Valley BBQ and Lounge for an unforgettable live music Holiday Weekend Brunch in the Blue Room. Gregory Burrus Productions in concert with South Valley BBQ to bring you the best local and regional live music bands. \n\n\n\nRegister and Reserve your space. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSunday Blue Room Brunch on July 7th\, 2024Brunch is 1 PM to 4 PM.\n\n\n\nNO COVER – FREE ENTRY \n\n\n\nFULL BAR & FOOD MENU AVAILABLE \n\n\n\n2 ITEM MINIMUM PLUS GRATUITY \n\n\n\n Lee Odom Quartet\n\n\n\n“Sweet” Lee Odom has been playing clarinet for years\, along with other woodwind instruments\, including flute and bass clarinet. A native of North Carolina\, Lee ventured to New York City in 2011 where she quickly found her way into various musical communities. First\, she studied the music industry then clarinet performance at Appalachian State University. The music by Sweet Lee and her accompanying bands has been sending lighting vibes throughout the boroughs of New York. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin Us\n\n\n\nGrab your friends\, family\, or significant other\, and head over to South Valley BBQ and Lounge at 34 S. Valley Road in West Orange\, NJ. There’s plenty of free parking so stop in after church as a Sunday destination. With our warm and inviting atmosphere\, friendly staff\, and top-notch musicians\, you’re guaranteed to have a fantastic time. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience one of best live music brunches at its finest right in the neighborhood.. \n\n\n\nSee you Sunday July 7. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/sunday-blue-room-brunch-featuring-the-sweet-lee-music-quartet-at-south-valley-bbq/ LOCATION:South Valley BBQ and Lounge\, 34 S Valley Rd\,\, West Orange\, NJ 07052\, NJ\, 07052 CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,RnB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T220000 DTSTAMP:20240613T120009Z CREATED:20240403T171744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T120009Z UID:10000602-1719597600-1719612000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazz and Joy featuring Lynette Sheard Experience & NJ Mental Health Players DESCRIPTION:Welcome to 2024 NORTH 2 SHORE FESTIVAL at Clements Place Jazz \n\n\n\nExperience the Joy of Jazz with The Lynette Sheard Experience. Join us on a musical journey celebrating the beauty of life through music. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJazz and Joy featuring Lynette Sheard Experience & NJ Mental Health Players \n\n\n\nJune 28Lynette Sheard Vocals \n\n\n\nPianist Dre Barnes Trio Andy McKee on BassEarl Grice on Drums \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJazz and Jamming + Improvising Life with the NJ Mental Health Players by Gregory Burrus Productions \n\n\n\nExperience the uplifting rhythms and soulful melodies of Jazz with The Lynette Sheard Experience. Immerse yourself in a captivating musical journey\, where each note resonates with the beauty and essence of life\, creating a harmonious blend of joy and inspiration. \n\n\n\nWitness the magic as talented musicians take the stage\, creating melodies on the spot\, while the NJ Mental Health Players deliver impactful scenes that weave in the essence of **mental health** awareness seamlessly. Expect an evening filled with inspiration and shared moments of joy and contemplation. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this unforgettable experience of **music\, art\, and mental health advocacy** brought to you by Gregory Burrus Productions. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of live jazz and creating the joy of life. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nPresented by \n\n\n\nThe Lynette Sheard Experience \n\n\n\nProduced by \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More North 2 Shore Click Below URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz-and-joy-featuring-lynette-sheard-experience-nj-mental-health-players/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Live Music,N2S,North2Shore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/N2S-Lynette-Sheard-Live2024-03-16-Live5-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T220000 DTSTAMP:20240502T030703Z CREATED:20240403T170201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T030703Z UID:10000601-1719424800-1719439200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Chasing the Blues Away feat the Blues People and NJ Mental Health Players DESCRIPTION:Welcome to 2024 NORTH 2 SHORE FESTIVAL at Clements Place Jazz\n\n\n\nLet the Blues People “Chase Your Blues Away!” Experience a powerful performances and a special message from the NJ Mental Health Players.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChasing the Blues Away feat the Blues People and NJ Mental Health Players \n\n\n\nLet the Blues People Chase Your Blues Away! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with powerful musical performances that will uplift your spirits. \n\n\n\nBlues People musically explores the effects of the blues on modern American culture on many universal levels… and is a modern chronicle of four “real-life blues brothers” living in THIS time in America… while surviving the NY/NJ-Metro urban landscape. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an inspiring message delivered by the talented NJ Mental Health Players. It’s an event designed to soothe your soul and bring positivity to your day. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this unforgettable experience of **music\, art\, and mental health advocacy** brought to you by Gregory Burrus Productions. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of live music and the art of managing life! \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nProduced by \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More North 2 Shore Click Below URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/chasing-the-blues-away-feat-the-blues-people-and-nj-mental-health-players/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Live Music,N2S,North2Shore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/N2S-Blues-People-producd-by-Gregory-Burrus-Productions2023-S.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T220000 DTSTAMP:20240502T032728Z CREATED:20240403T165540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T032728Z UID:10000600-1719338400-1719352800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:The Ultimate Jazz & R&B Jam and Living Life with the NJ Mental Health Players DESCRIPTION:Welcome to 2024 NORTH 2 SHORE FESTIVALat Clements Place Jazz \n\n\n\nExperience an exciting explosive R&B Singer Showcase\, Open Mic and Jam featuring the MPACK band produced by Gregory Burrus Productions. Are you ready to sing and dance your heart out? \n\n\n\nR&B Singer Celebration Open Mic\, Jam\, and Dance Party\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a fan of soulful music? Do you enjoy listening to live performances by talented musicians and singers? Then this event is for you! \n\n\n\n\nCome join us for a unique event filled with the perfect blend of live music\, spontaneous jamming\, and insightful performances by the NJ NJ Mental Health Players. This in-person gathering will be a vibrant celebration of creativity\, talent\, and the power of improvisation in both music and life. \n\n\n\nWitness the magic as talented musicians take the stage\, creating melodies on the spot\, while the NJ Mental Health Players deliver impactful scenes that weave in the essence of mental health awareness seamlessly. Expect an evening filled with inspiration and shared moments of joy and contemplation. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this unforgettable experience of music\, art\, and mental health advocacy brought to you by Gregory Burrus Productions. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of live music and the art of improvising life! \n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nProduced by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More North 2 Shore Click Below URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/the-ultimate-jazz-jam-and-living-life-with-the-nj-mental-health-players-by-gregory-burrus-productions/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Jazz,Live Music,N2S,North2Shore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/0-North2Shore-RB-Singer-Celebration-Open-Mic-and-Jam-Gregory-Burrus-Production-sq.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR