Mt. Zion AME Church is excited to welcome MPack for their first appearance at Jesus & Jazz on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:30 AM. Jesus & Jazz has become known for presenting exceptional and inspiring musicians, MPack broadens the musical conversation by drawing from the traditions of rhythm & blues, soul, and contemporary jazz...

Rooted in solarpunk, Myoka invites listeners to explore speculative futures and imagine new ways of living while deepening our connections. Myoka is a collaborative project by multi-award-winning artists, My Tam Huynh (aka mitamu) and pianist, composer, and arranger Kai Ono (aka OK KAI) that brings together voice, piano, and string quintet. Rooted in solarpunk, Myoka...

Celebrate trumpeter James Gibbs with a birthday concert featuring a special trumpet tribute and guest vocalist Alexis Morrast. Join us for a joyful celebration of trumpeter James Gibbs, featuring a birthday performance and a special trumpet tribute. With guest vocalist Alexis Morrast adding her soulful brilliance, this evening promises energy, artistry, and heartfelt musical connection....

Pianist, composer, and arranger David Berkman brings his all star sextet into Clement's for an afternoon of swinging modern jazz. DAVID BERKMAN - LEADER, COMPOSER, PIANO FEATURING STEVE WILSON - ALTO & SOPRANO SAX , ADAM KOLKER - TENOR & SOPRANO SAX; SAM SADIGURSKY - CLARINET & FLUTE; QUINSIN NACHOFF - TENOR & SOPRANO SAX;...

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...

Guitarist Matt Chertkoff performs modern jazz infused with groove, melody, and inventive improvisation. Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus Present: Guitarist Matt Chertkoff Join us for a night of contemporary jazz with guitarist Matt Chertkoff, whose inventive style blends groove, melody, and fresh improvisational ideas. Chertkoff’s ensemble delivers a warm, engaging, and modern sound that highlights...

Guitarist Ron Jackson, master of the seven-string guitar, brings his quartet to the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies Clement's Place jazz Join us for an evening with Ron Jackson, a versatile and sophisticated jazz guitarist who has performed, recorded, and taught music in over 30 countries. A master of the six, seven, and twelve-string guitars,...

Jazz • R&B • Soul • Funk • Dining • Dancing Get ready for OLD SCHOOL VIBES, a special night where sophisticated jazz flows into classic R&B, soul and funk, the music keeps moving, and the dance floor comes alive at historic Shady Rest Country Club in Scotch Plains. On Saturday, November 7, 2026, MPack...

Mala Waldron — Vocalist, Pianist, Composer From the Kennedy Center to Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, Mala Waldron has moved audiences around the world. Her soulful voice and piano turn every song into a story worth hearing. Mala Waldron is a deeply expressive artist whose music bridges generations, genres, and continents. Born into jazz royalty as the...

Join IJS executive director Wayne Winborne in a curated, inteactive listening session and discussion ABOUT THE ARTIST 4x GRAMMY-nominated vibraphonist Stefon Harris celebrates 20 years of his groundbreaking Blackout project with this radiant journey through jazz, soul, and ancestral African rhythms. Pulsing with reverence and fearless creativity, the album also serves as a poignant yet...

Veteran baritone saxophonist Dave Schumacher brings his all star ensemble, Cubeye, to Clement's Place FEATURING Dave Schumacher - Baritone Saxophone, Leader; Josh Evans - Trumpet; Jesus Ricardo - trumpet; Peter Brainin - Tenor, Soprano Saxophones; Sivano Monasterios - Piano; Alex Apolo Ayala - Bass; Mauricio Hererra - Congas, Cajon; Yusnier Sanchez - Congas; and Julian...

Vocalist Guitarist Jeanne Ricks brings soulful jazz vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and expressive artistry to the stage. Jeanne Ricks, known professionally as Ricksomusic, is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer whose work blends blues, funk, soul, and jazz into a signature style that is both groove-driven and emotionally rich. A Chicago native with deep roots in the...

Brothers Care Inc., UAU Beacon PS 18, and Center for Hope SI present the 3rd Annual Golden Era Dinner, honoring The Honorable Debi L. Rose and Mr. Kevin Harris. Join us for an evening of dinner, celebration, and live music by MPack, as we honor two community leaders and celebrate our elders. Thursday, November 19,...

TO ATTEND RSVP at https://www.njpac.org/series/jazz-jams/Join Us for the Rutgers IJS NJPAC Monthly Jazz Jam Session!Register at https://www.njpac.org/series/jazz-jams/Get ready to groove in person with the amazing James Austin Jr leading the jam. Whether you’re a jazz pro or just love good vibes, this session is the place to be. Bring your instrument or just your love...

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...

TO ATTEND RSVP at https://www.njpac.org/series/jazz-jams/Join Us for the Rutgers IJS NJPAC Monthly Jazz Jam Session!Register at https://www.njpac.org/series/jazz-jams/Get ready to groove in person with the amazing James Austin Jr leading the jam. Whether you’re a jazz pro or just love good vibes, this session is the place to be. Bring your instrument or just your love...