Giants of Jazz 2025: Honoring Paquito D’Rivera at SOPAC 🌟 On Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 7:30PM, the South Orange Performing Arts Center proudly presents its beloved annual Giants of Jazz concert, produced by Grammy Award‑winning bassist and producer John Lee. This year’s celebration pays tribute to the incomparable Paquito D’Rivera, a true master whose...

SHOUT! - Clem's resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance SHOUT! features some of the finest musicians in the NY/NJ area in a modern big band setting performing hip arrangements of new jazz classics and originals by master arranger and tenor saxophonist Lance Bryant....

Join us for an unforgettable night of hard-swinging jazz as the Caleb Eckstein Boptet takes the stage at Clements Place Jazz! Caleb Eckstein Boptet – Hard‑Swinging Modern Jazz The Caleb Eckstein Boptet is a dynamic young ensemble led by trombonist Caleb Eckstein, a rising voice in the NJ/NYC jazz scene. Rooted in the bebop tradition yet infused with...

Rutgers IJS Presents Trumpeter, Vocalist and Percussionist Pete Rodriguez Step into the groove and let the salsa carry you! Each gathering is a celebration of jazz in motion—where soulful melodies, fiery improvisations, and the heartbeat of the community come alive. From seasoned cats to rising stars, the stage lights up with the spirit of spontaneity...

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, community, and pure energy! Each event brings together incredible talent, vibrant vibes, and the joy of sharing live experiences with friends old and new. Whether you’re here to discover fresh sounds, celebrate local legends, or simply soak in the atmosphere, you’ll be part of something special. Don’t...

Step into the groove and let the swing carry you! Each gathering is a celebration of jazz in motion—where soulful melodies, fiery improvisations, and the heartbeat of the community come alive. From seasoned cats to rising stars, the stage lights up with the spirit of spontaneity and connection. It’s more than a show—it’s a jam,...

Step into the groove and let the music carry you! Each gathering is a celebration of jazz in motion—where soulful melodies, fiery improvisations, and the heartbeat of the community come alive. From seasoned cats to rising stars, the stage lights up with the spirit of spontaneity and connection. It’s more than a show—it’s a jam,...

SHOUT! - Clem's resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performanceSHOUT! features some of the finest musicians in the NY/NJ area in a modern big band setting performing hip arrangements of new jazz classics and originals by master arranger and tenor saxophonist Lance Bryant. This...

With Charisa the Violin Diva Mt. Zion AME Church in Millburn opens the new year with a powerful and joy‑filled 1st Sunday Blues & Blessings celebration, featuring the incomparable Charisa the Violin Diva — a radiant artist whose sound blends gospel fire, jazz soul, and classical elegance into a testimony all its own. Guided by...

Get ready to groove with Lin Rountree, Lynette Sheard & Phil Bingham at Soulful Sunday - it's going to be a musical experience like no other. Soulful Sunday invites the congregation into a sacred space where music becomes ministry and every note lifts the spirit. Lin Rountree’s expressive horn, Lynette Sheard’s radiant voice, and Phil...

Experience an evening of world‑class Latin jazz as ​w​e present internationally acclaimed Afro‑Caribbean pianist Edsel Gomez. Rutgers IJS Presents: Pianist Edsel Gomez   Experience an extraordinary evening of jazz mastery as the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies presents internationally acclaimed pianist Edsel Gomez—one of today’s premier voices in Latin jazz. Born in Puerto Rico and...

Michael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the area.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1978812475382?aff=oddtdtcreator Michael Cochrane   Pianist • Composer • Educator • Modern Jazz Craftsman Michael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected...

Get ready to groove with Jesus and Jazz featuring an incredible lineup of musicians - it's going to be a soulful experience you won't forget Join us for a radiant morning of Jesus and Jazz, where spirit and song rise together as the extraordinary vocalist Alexis Morrast, supported by the soulful piano artistry of Phil...