Events
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Mike Kaplan Nonet in Bradley Beach Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Riley Park, Bradley Beach 615 Main St, Bradley Beach, NJ, United StatesBradley Beach kicks off the summer season with a joyful Memorial Day Celebration at the Bradley Beach Gazebo, featuring the return of the Mike Kaplan Nonet. This high‑energy nine‑piece jazz ensemble brings big‑band power, soulful swing, and uplifting American spirit to a community gathering that honors the holiday and welcomes the start of summer at...
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A Thunderous Jesus & Jazz Sunday featuring Freddie Hendrix and Friends : – May 24 Join Us
Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United StatesTrumpet virtuoso Freddie Hendrix brings his unmistakable fire, precision, and soul to this special Jesus & Jazz Sunday gathering. Join us for a morning where swing, spirit, and community collide in the best possible way. Freddie’s sound has electrified stages around the world, and now he brings that same brilliance to 56 Church Street, Millburn,...
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Rutgers IJS NJPAC Monthly Jazz Jam Session featuring James Austin Jr at Clements Place
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesYou are invited to come listen and or join in the jam Join us at our monthly Jazz Jam Sessions, featuring 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...
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Majestic Keys: Cyrus Chestnut John Lee Winard Harper at Jesus & Jazz in Mt Zion AME Millburn NJ
Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United StatesA majestic Jesus & Jazz Sunday with Cyrus Chestnut, joined by John Lee, Winard Harper, Lynette Sheard and Rev. Eyesha Marable for a spirit‑lifting celebration. Experience a majestic Jesus & Jazz Sunday as world‑renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut brings his gospel‑rich brilliance and unmistakable touch to Mt. Zion AME Church. Known for transforming every note into...
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Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesSHOUT! - Clem's resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance RSVP Required 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...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: KG Music School – Young Hometown Talent
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesYoung hometown musicians light up the lawn with fresh energy and Cranford pride. Celebrate Tuesdays with the rising stars of the KG Music School. These young hometown musicians bring heart, talent, and community spirit to the Cranford Summer Sounds stage. A perfect evening for families, neighbors, and anyone who loves seeing the next generation shine.
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Michael Craig Band & Jessica
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesSoulful harmonies and high‑octane country‑rock kick off the season at the Downtown Cranford Clock. Join us Thursday, June 4, as the Michael Craig Band & Jessica bring soulful harmonies and high‑energy country‑rock to the Downtown Cranford Clock Plaza. Their blend of heartfelt vocals and driving rhythms sets the perfect tone for a summer night outdoors....
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Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus presents Gia Ware & The Warehouse Collective
Join the Ware Family for an unforgettable night of music as Gia Ware & Warehouse Collective showcase "Her Songs through Time" Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus presents Gia Ware & Warehouse Collective presents “Her Songs through Time” Come join us for a night of soulful music at Clement's Place! The talented Gia Ware and Warehouse...
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Cranford and NJPAC Jazz Tuesdays featuring Charlie Apicella Trio – Soul‑Driven Jazz
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesYoung hometown musicians light up the lawn with fresh energy and Cranford pride. Celebrate Tuesdays with the rising stars of the KG Music School. These young hometown musicians bring heart, talent, and community spirit to the Cranford Summer Sounds stage. A perfect evening for families, neighbors, and anyone who loves seeing the next generation shine.
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Lynette Sheard Live
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesA powerhouse vocalist delivers soul‑stirring jazz and R&B at the Downtown Cranford Clock. On Thursday, June 11, Lynette Sheard brings her signature blend of jazz, soul, and R&B to the Clock Plaza. A magnetic performer with undeniable fire, Lynette transforms every stage she steps onto. Expect a night of powerful vocals and deep musical expression....
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Telegraph Quartet
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesThe Telegraph Quartet opens the 2026 Back Deck season with a vivid, modern chamber sound that feels electric in the open air. Their blend of precision, warmth, and adventurous programming makes them a perfect match for the Back Deck’s sunset setting — intimate, expressive, and built for listeners who want to feel every note breathe...
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Live Jazz Highlight: Jarrett Walser Trio Joins Millburn’s Juneteenth Celebration
Bauer Center 100 Main Street, Millburn, New Jersey, United StatesCome enjoy live music of the Jarrett Walser Trio and celebrate Juneteenth Community Unity Day . The Jarrett Walser Trio will provide live music for the Township of Millburn and the Black Americans of Millburn Short Hills (BAMS) Juneteenth Celebration. Their performance adds a powerful musical voice to a day dedicated to freedom, heritage, and unity as Millburn gathers to...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: The Outcrops – Blues‑Rooted Rock on a Tuesday Night
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesBlues‑rooted rock with Jersey swagger and soulful grit. Tuesday, June 16 brings The Outcrops, a band known for blues‑rooted rock, soulful vocals, and unmistakable Jersey swagger. Expect guitar‑driven grooves, heartfelt performances, and a crowd‑pleasing summer soundtrack.
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Mama D & The Vexations
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesGritty vocals and driving grooves turn the Clock Plaza into a summer party. Join us Thursday, June 18, for Mama D & The Vexations — a band known for gritty vocals, tight rhythms, and party‑starting energy. Their rock‑soul fusion brings the heat and keeps the crowd moving all night long. Tags: rock, soul, party band,...
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Rutgers IJS NJPAC Monthly Jazz Jam Session featuring James Austin Jr at Clements Place
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesYou are invited to come listen and or join in the jam Join us at our monthly Jazz Jam Sessions, featuring 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...
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Guitarist Singer Jeanne Ricks Band in 2026 MAPSO Juneteenth Celebration
Maplewood Memorial Park Maplewood Memorial Park Amphitheater, New Jersey, United States2026 MAPSO Juneteenth Celebration Maplewood and South Orange come together once again for the 2026 MAPSO Juneteenth Celebration, a community gathering that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice. On Friday, June 19, 2026, the Maplewood Memorial Park Amphitheater transforms into a vibrant cultural space filled with music, reflection, and collective joy as...
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Singer Performer Merikara SaikaPta in 2026 MAPSO Juneteenth Celebration
Maplewood Memorial Park Maplewood Memorial Park Amphitheater, New Jersey, United StatesThe 2026 MAPSO Juneteenth Celebration brings Maplewood and South Orange together for a day of remembrance, reflection, and joyful community expression. On Friday, June 19, 2026, the Maplewood Memorial Park Amphitheater becomes a living canvas of music, culture, and storytelling as neighbors gather to honor the legacy of Juneteenth and the ongoing journey toward freedom....
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Nat Adderley Jr. Quartet
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesNat Adderley, Jr. brings his soulful, story‑rich quartet to the Back Deck for a night where jazz, R&B, and legacy meet the summer sky. His piano voice — shaped by decades with Luther Vandross and rooted in the Adderley family tradition — feels especially powerful outdoors, where every groove and every lyric‑less melody lands with...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: Swamp Cats – Swamp‑Soaked Blues‑Rock on a Tuesday
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesRaw, swamp‑soaked blues‑rock that growls, grooves, and moves the crowd. On Tuesday, June 23, the Swamp Cats return with their signature swamp‑soaked blues‑rock. Gritty, raw, and irresistibly groovy, this band turns every lawn into a dance floor.
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Nikki Briar Group
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesJersey’s country queen brings upbeat, radio‑ready country with attitude. On Thursday, June 25, Nikki Briar lights up the Clock Plaza with upbeat, modern country and Jersey‑strong attitude. Expect high‑energy performance, catchy hooks, and a night full of feel‑good summer vibes. Tags: country, NJ artists, summer concerts, Cranford events
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Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Express Newark
EXPRESS NEWARK 54 HALSEY STREET, Newark, New Jersey, United StatesSHOUT! - Clem's resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance RSVP Required https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-institute-of-jazz-studies-rutgers-newark-12784577956 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...