Gregory Burrus Productions

Rutgers IJS Presents The Antoinette Montague Experience
2024-09-25 19:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
The Antoinette Montague Experience

Featuring Danny Mixon piano Melissa Slocum, Bass G. Earl Grice, Drums, AC Lincoln, Tap

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The Antoinette Montague Experience is a vibrant musical journey led by Antoinette Montague, a renowned jazz and blues vocalist. Her performances are known for their energetic blend of swing, blues, and salsa, creating an engaging and lively atmosphere. Antoinette Montague is celebrated for her powerful voice, dynamic stage presence, and ability to connect with her audience.

She often performs at various jazz clubs, festivals, and events, bringing a unique and soulful experience to her listeners. If you enjoy jazz and blues, attending this event at Clements Place promises to be a memorable experience!

Antoinette Montague

Daniel Asbury Mixon is a distinguished pianist born on August 19, 1949, in Harlem and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Influenced by his musical family, Mixon began his artistic career as a tap dancer before switching to piano at the age of thirteen, inspired by a visit to the Apollo Theatre. He studied under Sir Roland Hanna and quickly rose to prominence, collaborating with notable artists such as Sam Brown, Patti Labelle, Joe Lee Wilson, and Betty Carter. Throughout the late 70s, Mixon recorded and performed with jazz legends like Charles Mingus and Dannie Richmond.

Mixon’s career is highlighted by performances with Lionel Hampton, Joe Williams, and Frank Foster, participation in the first Newport Jazz Festival at Sea, and receiving accolades like the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation Jazz Appreciation award. He also performed at the 2002 Winter Olympics and various international jazz festivals.In 2004, Mixon was honored by the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, leading to an invitation to the White House for Black Music Month. He has been recognized by Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz and had September 22, 2011, declared “Danny Mixon Day” in Brooklyn. Today, Mixon continues to contribute to the jazz community, performing and inspiring new generations of musicians.

Danny Mixon piano

Danny Mixon, Great Night in Harlem, Apollo

Daniel Asbury Mixon, born on August 19, 1949, in Harlem and raised in Brooklyn, is a renowned piano virtuoso who has captivated audiences both in the U.S. and internationally. Growing up in a musical household, Danny began his artistic expression as a tap dancer and later transitioned to piano after being inspired by jazz musicians at the Apollo Theatre.

He studied under the legendary Sir Roland Hanna and by age 17, was already performing with notable acts like Sam Brown and Patti LaBelle. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with jazz greats such as Betty Carter, Charles Mingus, Lionel Hampton, and Frank Foster.

Danny’s contributions to jazz have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation Jazz Appreciation award and the Harlem Unsung Heroes of Afrikan Amerikan Classical Music award. His performances have taken him to prestigious events like the Newport Jazz Festival at Sea and the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City.

In 2004, he was honored by the National Jazz Museum in Harlem and invited to the White House for Black Music Month. Danny Mixon continues to be celebrated for his remarkable talent and dedication to jazz, with June 22 recognized as “Danny Mixon Day” in Brooklyn.

Melissa Slocum, Drums

Bassist Melissa Slocum has been performing worldwide since 1982 and has worked with such legends as Art Blakey, Lionel Hampton, Cab Calloway, Clark Terry, Wynton Marsalis, Woody Shaw and Hank Jones. Comfortable in genres ranging from duo to big band, traditional to avant garde, she has performed and recorded with Charli Persip and Superband, Ralph Peterson and the Fo’tet, Avery Brooks with Craig Harris, Howard Johnson and Gravity, Dakota Staton, Kevin Mahogany, the Firey String Sistas and the all woman big band DIVA, among many others. She has worked with bandleaders Eddie Chamblee, David “Fathead” Newman, Frank Wess, Hamiet Bluiett, Don Byron, Jay Rodriguez, Frank Lacy and Nioka Workman; pianists Walter Davis, Jr., James Williams, John Hicks, Kirk Lightsey, Cyrus Chestnut, Roy Merriwether, Henry Butler, James Weidman and Darrel Grant to name a few. She has played for numerous vocalists including Dee Dee Bridgewater, Nnenna Freelon, Michelle Lee, Maurice Hines, Jeannie Bryson, Leon Thomas, Jon Hendricks, Michelle Hendricks, Ann Hampton Callaway and Dianne Reeves. Television appearances include Newport Jazz Festival 1999, Kennedy Center 25th Anniversary Gala, BET Interview, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN with the Kevin Mahogany Quintet and CBS News with Lionel Hampton. Ms. Slocum holds a Master of Music in Jazz Studies from the Manhattan School of Music. She studied jazz bass with Lisle Atkinson, Stafford James, Milt Hinton, Rufus Reid and Ron Carter. She received an NEA grant for jazz study in 1986.

G. Earl Grice Drums

G. Earl Grice – G. Earl has been playing music throughout the New York City area for the past three decades. His talents stretch from the piano to the drums. His favorite instrument is the drums. He currently plays with the Crown Heights Affair. He is affectionately known as ‘Sir Earl’ with his fellow musicians. Impressing everyone with his ability to text and drum at the same time.

G. Earl has shared the stage with artists such as Sonny Rollins, Clark Terry, Rhoda Scott, Stevie Wonder, George Benson and many others.

Earl was also the recipient of the 1997 Jazz Award from the Jamaica Development Corp. Other drummers who have received this award include Max Roach, Roy Haynes, and Charlie Persip.

In addition to his music background, G. Earl has worked on approximately fifty movies and television shows as an actor.

AC Lincoln, Tap

Native New Yorker AC Lincoln was “Born in a Trunk” to Jazz singing duo parents Kim and Marion while on their tour of The U.S. Virgin Islands. Landing back on the scene in NYC, AC would soon be sharing the stage with many of the tap dance greats (“The Hoofers”) including Jimmy Slyde, Buster Brown, Chuck Green and Savion Glover . Sharing the family stage with his sister, widely acclaimed singer and songwriter Emily King. As well as writing, producing, arranging and singing his own original music, AC Lincoln has been both a sideman (The Hot Sardines, Mercedes Ellington, Winard Harper and Jeli Posse, Brian Newman, Antoinette Montague) and band leader, singing and tap dancing throughout NYC and abroad.

Please join us for this very special event. at Clements Place Jazz 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ

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MPack Music in Maplewood Village Summer Streets
2024-09-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Maplewood Village, Highland Place and Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, United States
MPack Music

Rescheduled to Friday Sept 27, 2024

Extended Summer Streets!

Join us for the 2024 Maplewood Village Summer Streets Live Music celebration every Saturday evening in September! Enjoy singing, dancing, and live entertainment right in the streets as we extend the summer vibes.

Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, singing voice, and dancing shoes while grabbing some delicious takeout. The Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA) and Maplewood Arts and Culture have teamed up with Gregory Burrus Productions to host a series of FREE events featuring local talent from our local northern New Jersey communities.

Mark your calendar for these exciting performances:

9/27: MPACK – RnB, Soul, Funk and Dance – RESCHEDULED – FRIDAY

9/14: Andy Lackow and Mess Around – Blues and Rock n Roll

9/21: Essex Funk – Party night

9/28: Swing Town Big Band – Swing Dancing

Immerse yourself in a pedestrian-friendly experience filled with great live music that will have you grooving all night long. Visit our plaza on Maplewood Ave. between Baker Street and Inwood Place for entertainment, dining, and joyous merriment.

Summer Streets hours run from 4 pm to 9 pm every Saturday evening throughout September with great live music performances from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community celebration!

These events are weather permitting and are sometimes canceled at the last minute due to unpredictable weather. Please follow Maplewood Arts and Culture on Instagram and Facebook for the latest information.

Canceled - Pumpkin Spice feat MPack Music
2024-09-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Cranford Clock, N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United States
Event Canceled due to Predicted rain

MPack Music

Get ready to witness the extraordinary talent of renowned R&B band MPack! This exceptional Northeast group boasts the incredible skills of multi-instrumentalist Clarence Conover, who takes command of vocals and bass. Adding to the magic is the effortlessly smooth pianist Glen Merritt and the captivating lead vocals of Patricia Walton. Keeping the rhythm alive is the talented drummer Kim Smith. Brace yourself for an unforgettable musical experience that will set your soul ablaze. It’s time to surrender to the irresistible beat of MPack music.

Event Day Information

Cranford is a walkable town, so come early grab a bite from a local eatery and enjoy it while listening.

Bring your lawn chair, friends, family, your energy and join us.

You can eat at a local restaurant and sit on a park bench while listening to the music

Music is 2 sets – so you can also grab a meal and or visit the town during the break.

Event Cost:

Free

Event Location:

Downtown Cranford Clock

N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016Cranford, New JerseyUnited States

Event Host:

Downtown Cranford Website

Event Curated by:

Gregory Burrus Productions

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Canceled - Swing Town Big Band in Maplewood Summer Streets
2024-09-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Maplewood Village, Highland Place and Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, United States
Canceled Due to Projected Rain. Swing Town Big Band

Saturday evenings 2024 in September are for Maplewood Village extended Summer Streets!

Join us for the 2024 Maplewood Village Summer Streets Live Music celebration every Saturday evening in September! Enjoy singing, dancing, and live entertainment right in the streets as we extend the summer vibes.

Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, singing voice, and dancing shoes while grabbing some delicious takeout. The Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA) and Maplewood Arts and Culture have teamed up with Gregory Burrus Productions to host a series of FREE events featuring local talent from our local northern New Jersey communities.

Mark your calendar for these exciting performances:

9/7: MPACK – RnB, Soul, Funk and Dance

9/14: Andy Lackow and Mess Around – Blues and Rock n Roll

9/21: Essex Funk

9/28: Swing Town Big Band and Swing Dancing

Immerse yourself in a pedestrian-friendly experience filled with great live music that will have you grooving all night long. Visit our plaza on Maplewood Ave. between Baker Street and Inwood Place for entertainment, dining, and joyous merriment.

Summer Streets hours run from 4 pm to 9 pm every Saturday evening throughout September with great live music performances from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community celebration!

These events are weather permitting and are sometimes canceled at the last minute due to unpredictable weather. Please follow Maplewood Arts and Culture on Instagram and Facebook for the latest information.

Reminder - Click here for Clements Place Events
2024-10-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-11-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-12-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
Reminder – Click here for Clements Place Events

Carlos Frias and Circulo Social in Final Maplewood Summer Streets
2024-10-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Maplewood Village, Highland Place and Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, United States
Sat Oct 5th 6 PM Reschedule – Join Us for Our Final Event

Latin Music of Carlos Frias and Circulo Social

Saturday evenings 2024 in September are for Maplewood Village extended Summer Streets!

Join us for the 2024 Maplewood Village Summer Streets Live Music celebration every Saturday evening in September! Enjoy singing, dancing, and live entertainment right in the streets as we extend the summer vibes.

Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, singing voice, and dancing shoes while grabbing some delicious takeout. The Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA) and Maplewood Arts and Culture have teamed up with Gregory Burrus Productions to host a series of FREE events featuring local talent from our local northern New Jersey communities.

Mark your calendar for these exciting performances:

9/27: MPACK – RnB, Soul, Funk and Dance Rescheduled

9/14: Andy Lackow and Mess Around – Blues and Rock n Roll

9/21: Essex Funk

9/28 Canceled due to Weather

10/5 Carlos Frias and Circulo Social

Immerse yourself in a pedestrian-friendly experience filled with great live music that will have you grooving all night long. Visit our plaza on Maplewood Ave. between Highland Place and Inwood Place for entertainment, dining, and joyous merriment.

GPS 172 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

Summer Streets hours run from 4 pm to 9 pm every Saturday evening throughout September with great live music performances from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community celebration!

These events are weather permitting and are sometimes canceled at the last minute due to unpredictable weather. Please follow Maplewood Arts and Culture on Instagram and Facebook for the latest information.

Flight Night: An Evening of Music, Drink Flights and Light Bites Benefiting UCPAC
2024-10-10 18:00 - 21:00 | UCPAC Hamilton Stage, Union County Performing Arts Center, 360 Hamilton St, NJ, Rahway, NJ, 07065, United States
What’s Flight Night? – Flight Night – A Flavor Journey to Savor

It’s a fun and exclusive tasting event featuring premium whiskey, beer, and wine flights, all brought to you with the help of Witty’s Fine Wine and Liquors. Alongside the drinks, there will be delicious food pairings by Celebrated Foods, live entertainment by The Leonieke Scheuble Trio featuring vocalist, Kyra Cioffi, PLUS a wine pull and an online silent auction (see auction tab on top of page) to keep things exciting!

Indulge in an evening of specially selected flights featuring quality wines, craft beers and premium label spirits all paired with delectable gourmet light bites! Enjoy live music, bid on fabulous items in our silent auction, and take part in our Wine Pull! Get ready to elevate your taste experience at Flight Night and enjoy an unforgettable evening while supporting the arts and UCPAC.

5th Annual ROCFEST Jazz Concert
2024-10-12 18:00 - 22:00 | New Jersey
Tickets are here! It’s our 5th annual ROCCFEST jazz concert and we’re pleased to announce two incredible musicians as our featured artists: Jason Curry (@jcurrysax) and Alvester Garnett (@alvestergarnett)!These phenomenal artists are bringing along some friends toROCC the house, and give us a night of jazz. Tickets are now on sale so don’t wait, visit the link to purchase!

#Jazz #ROCCFEST #Newark #NewarkMusic

Get Ready for an Amazing Live Music Lineup at Maplewood's 2024 Art Walk & Music Fest!
2024-10-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Maplewood Village, Highland Place and Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, United States
Join us for a full day of art, music, and fun as professional artists set up on the streets, alongside musicians and bands, merchants, and children’s activities. It’s the perfect time to acquire some new art, ceramics, or handcrafted jewelry, browse in our local shops, and sample our local eateries while enjoying live music.

Every fall, Maplewood Village is host to the annual Art Walk and Music Fest. This family-friendly celebration of art and music takes place on the streets of Maplewood Village.

Live Music

There will be live music on the corner of Baker Street and on Highland Ave. The DJ Arena is at the corner of Highland Place. Maplewood Art Walk and Music Fest is a juried fine art show for painters, photographers, jewelers, and ceramicists. The event takes place on Maplewood Ave, Highland Place.

Live Music Schedule

Acoustic – Highland Ave 2:00 PM ULTRAS11:30 AM Forget The Whale

Music Island – Baker Square 2:00 PM Jersey Swamp Cats 11:30 AM The Accelerators

DJ All Day – Maplewood Ave and Highland 11:30 – 5 PM New Jersey DJ Services 1:15 PM – INTune Music School

Live Music pRODUCTION by Gregory Burrus Productions

Live Music Locations

About the Live Music Bands

U.L.T.R.A. S – Eclectic Jazz Fusion band

This eclectic Jazz Fusion band, composed of seasoned professionals, produces a vibrant concoction of sounds and tones to delight any music lover. Each 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.

Forget the Whale – high energy originals and melodies

Discover Forget the Whale: a vibrant band that brings a captivating blend of original songs showcase an eclectic mix of sounds, combining familiar melodies with refreshingly unique elements that set them apart. Each track is carefully crafted, drawing inspiration from various genres and personal experiences to create a sound that resonates with a diverse audience. Known for their energetic and engaging live performances, this female fronted band, Forget the Whale has quickly become a standout in the local music scene, leaving audiences wanting more with every show. Their passion for music and connection with fans truly shines through, making them a must-see act!

Jersey Swamp Cats – Jump blues and Vintage rock

The Jersey Swamp Cats are known for their unique blend of jump blues and vintage rock ‘n’ roll. Since their formation they’ve been entertaining crowds in North Jersey and NYC with creative renditions of classics by artists like Fats Domino, Albert Collins, and Louis Prima, as well as their own original music. Their debut album, Go Cat Go, features a mix of classic covers and original tracks, showcasing their swampy, rockabilly sound.

The Accelerators – Ramones-influenced Rock and Roll

Experience the electrifying sound of The Accelerators as they blend catchy originals with classic rock n’ roll covers from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. This talented band has rocked legendary venues like CBGB, The Stone Pony, and The Stanhope House. The have shared the stage with national acts such as Pat DiNizio and Marky Ramone. They recently wowed audiences at the 2024 Battle of The Bands at Carteret Park. Don’t miss your chance to see why John Haley of Summer Convert Freebies website hailed them as “clearly the best and most polished band,” blending rockabilly and Ramones-influenced rock and roll. Join us for an unforgettable morning of live music!

New Jersey DJ Services LLC

New Jersey DJ Services, LLC is a company based in Maplewood Township, NJ, specializing in providing DJ services, party lighting, and karaoke for various events. They aim to make every event memorable and enjoyable with their passion for parties and events. Our team of professional DJ’s are experienced and highly skilled at creating the perfect atmosphere for any event. We have an extensive music library that covers a wide range of genres including pop, rock, hip hop, electronic dance music (EDM), and more. We also take requests from guests to ensure everyone has a good time.

INTune Music School

In Tune is Maplewood’s neighborhood music school. Located above the Maplewood Theater, we combine small classes with 1 on 1 instruction in guitar, piano, voice, ukulele, drums, bass, strings and rock band! At In Tune, you will learn while having fun!

Join Us

Experience a day filled with art, music, and fun as talented artists line the streets alongside musicians, merchants, and children’s activities. Shop for unique art, ceramics, and handcrafted jewelry, explore our local shops, indulge in delicious food from our eateries, all while enjoying live music. Join us for an unforgettable day of creativity and entertainment!

Check Out a Few Scenes – Prior Maplewood Art and Music Fest

20231015 The Phensic Band at Maplewood Art and Music Fest

2021 Art Walk and Music Festival in Maplewood NJ

2019 Maplewood Art Walk and Music Fest

20150927 Maplewood Art Walk and Music Festival

For all event details, please visit Maplewood Village Alliance https://maplewoodvillagenj.com/art-walk .

Closing Reception - Reimagining Pain Thru Art featuring the Music of Pianist John Bianculli
2024-10-13 14:00 - 16:00 | 1978 Springfield Ave Arts Center, 1978 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ, 07040, United States
Come listen to the Jazzy sounds of Pianist John Biancullias as we explore Reimagining Pain Thru Art – Free Event – Light Refreshments

Pianist John Bianculli

John 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.

CBS recorded John’s original solo piano music and he composed the score for the film”Lit’l Boy Grown.”

As 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.

A 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.

John’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.

John 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.

About 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. . .”

Reimagining Pain Through Art

Saturday October 13, 20242 – 4:00 PM1978 Maplewood Arts CenterMaplewood, New Jersey

Live Music Presented and Curated by:

Gregory Burrus Productions

Pathways 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.

Event Location

Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Present Arcoiris Sandoval Sonic Asylum Trio
2024-10-18 19:30 - 22:00 | New Jersey
Join us at Clement’s Place on Fri Oct 18 2024 at 19:30 for an unforgettable night of music with the Arcoiris Sandoval Sonic Asylum Trio featuring Marty Kenney- Bass, Kenneth Salters – Drums and Arcoiris Sandoval on piano.

Presented by Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus, this event promises to be a unique experience that you won’t want to miss.

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Arcoiris Sandoval

Jazz pianist, composer and Fulbright award recipient Arcoiris Sandoval is a jazz pianist, composer and Fulbright award recipient currently residing in New York City originally from Tucson, Arizona.

“Her award-winning writing has a melodic sensibility that’s all her own, often challenging and using rhythms that don’t interlock so much as overlap.”- Michael West, the Washingtonian

Arcoiris Sandoval is a jazz pianist, arranger, composer, and Fulbright award recipient currently residing in New York City originally from Tucson, Arizona. She leads her own trio and quintet project called Sonic Asylum and is the Co-Director of an award winning multimedia orchestra called The D.O.M.E. Experience along with acclaimed bassist and composer Mimi Jones which aims to raise environmental and social awareness through the integration of orchestral composition, choreography and immersive cinematography. She toured, recorded and was the MD for vocalist Allan Harris for over five years. She performs with actress, comedian and vocalist Lea DeLaria and also performs with The Mingus Big Band. She has written, conducted and performed string arrangements with vocalist Tammy McCann at Lincoln Center which were also performed at the Music Institute of Chicago. In 2022, she was the keyboardist for an orchestral tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. at David Geffen Hall in Lincoln Center.

She obtained her Master’s degree in jazz piano performance from the Manhattan School of Music, and is a two time ASCAP young jazz composer award winner in addition to being a semifinalist at in the Montreux Solo Jazz Piano competition, a participant in the Mary Lou Williams Festival as well as the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program where she was mentored by jazz pianist heavy weights Marc Cary and Jason Moran. She also participated in the Metropole Orkest Arrangers Workshop directed by Vince Mendoza featuring guest artist Richard Bona and her arrangement was subsequently performed by Richard Bona with the Metropole Orkest at the 2016 BBC Proms tribute to Quincy Jones. She was also a finalist at the inaugural Ellis Marsalis Jazz Piano Competition in summer 2018. She has performed at major festivals throughout the world including Umbria Jazz Festival several times with Allan Harris, NYC Jazz Piano Festival, Vermont Jazz Center Solo Piano Festival, Tucson Jazz Festival where she performed with legendary jazz drummer Jimmy Cobb in 2015 and in 2017 she opened for Tower of Power with Lonnie Plaxico, as well as Telluride Jazz and many others.

In 2018, she released her debut Sonic Asylum Trio album entitled “First Voyage” featuring Marty Kenney on bass and Allan Mednard on drums which won a Global Music Award. Her Sonic Asylum trio and quintet project has performed at NYC Winter Jazzfest in 2024, the Kennedy Center, Vermont Jazz Emerging Artist festival, Milt Hinton Jazz Perspectives Concert Series and she won a Chamber Music America Performance Plus grant for this ensemble to work with Billy Childs as well as being a 2024 South Arts Grant recipient. Her original composition “Journey to Agartha” is now published in Terri Lyne Carrington’s compilation called “New Standards, 101 Lead Sheets by Women Composers”.

About Sonic Asylum

​Arcoiris Sandoval began her Sonic Asylum project in 2016 performing for the Milt Hinton jazz festival held at Baruch College in Manhattan. It was an all star quintet featuring Jaleel Shaw, Mark Turner, Nate Smith and Mimi Jones performing her original music. Since then, Sonic Asylum has performed at the Kennedy Center, Vermont Jazz Festival, and regularly around NYC venues as a trio, quartet and quintet. She has held a Sonic Asylum trio residency with Marty Kenney on bass and Kenneth Salters on drums at Zinc Bar since 2022. Her debut trio album First Voyage featuring Marty Kenney on bass and Allan Mednard on drums won a Global Music Award in 2018 and her Sonic Asylum quintet recently received a Chamber Music America Performance Plus grant in 2021 to work with Billy Childs. Her original composition “Journey to Agartha” is now published in Terri Lyne Carrington’s compilation called “New Standards, 101 Lead Sheets by Women Composers”. Her trio was recently a featured artist at NY Winter Jazzfest for 2024.

Gregory Burrus Productions – Producer Gregory BurrusGregory Burrus Productions is a company that operates in the Media and Entertainment industry. It is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. Gregory Burrus is a local live music ambassador, event planner and community partner. The company books bands, produces, promotes, captures and records live music events in the New York area New Jersey area. Gregory Burrus is a well known music producer and entrepreneur.

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4th Annual MAPSO Funk Fest Back as the MAPSO Fall Fest at the Maplewood Springfield Ave Gazebo 2024
2024-10-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Springfield Avenue Gazebo, 1662 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, New Jersey, 07040, United States
@mapsofunkfest We’re backkkk ! This time Fall Edition 🍂🍁 MAPSO Funk Fest becomes MAPSO Fall Fest this year for our 4th annual gathering.

About MAPSO Funk Fest Live Music 2024

12 Noon to PM DJ Greg Romann spinning the tunes

1 PM to 3: 30 PM The Cadence Crew Live Music

3:30 PM to 5:00 PM MPack Ensemble R & B Band

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Dee Jay J.J…..Master DJ – House / Club Music

About The Music

DJ Greg Roman – spinning the tunes

Get ready to groove baby

– certified_loozer_boi

– spinning the tunes

MPack Ensemble

Get ready to witness the extraordinary talent of renowned R&B band MPack! This exceptional Northeast group boasts the incredible skills of multi-instrumentalist Clarence Conover, who takes command of vocals and bass. Adding to the magic is the effortlessly smooth pianist Glen Merritt and the captivating lead vocals of Patricia Walton. Keeping the rhythm alive is the talented drummer Kim Smith. Add a few special guest and brace yourself for an unforgettable musical experience that will set your soul ablaze. It’s time to surrender to the irresistible beat of MPack Ensemble. Learn More

The Cadence Crew

The Cadence Crew is a community of creatives who perform live original music and original arrangements of cover songs. This unique ensemble covers R&B/Soul, Funk, Classic Rock, Jazz/Fusion, Gospel, Pop, Hip Hop, and also performs original arrangements. The collective consists of local singers, drummers, bassists, guitarists, keyboardists, DJs, producers, and all types of musicians and artists in the NJ/NY area. Learn More

Dee Jay J.J…..Master DJ

J.J.’S MUSIC SCENE will be spinning the house and club tunes …

About MAPSO Funk Fest

We created MAPSO Funk Fest to celebrate the diversity of Maplewood & South Orange through food, music, and local talent. This year, we present MAPSO Fall Fest – same event; autumn edition.

Our goal each year is to curate a food & music event that fosters community while spotlighting and supporting a wide range of local restaurants, creatives, and artisan vendors. We want to take this opportunity to celebrate and connect our neighbors, promote local businesses, and remind people of the rich culture that we’re so fortunate to be surrounded by.

We invite our community and surrounding neighborhoods to join us on this fun filled day!To participate as a vendor or share with a small business owner you know, please click the link below! ✨🍁

Hit the link below if you’d like to be a vendor and stay tuned for new updates !https://linktr.ee/mapsofunkfest✨See you soon family✨

Damien Escobar and Kim Waters at Union County Performing Arts Center
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:30 | UNION County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St, Rahway, NJ, New Jersey, 07065, United States
A Not To Be Missed Killer show! I’ve seen Damien Escobar in the Jacksonville Jazz Fest and he turned it out bigtime!!! I’ve been listen to the chart topping Kim Waters forever and music is timeless. A really great combination put together by Rich Engel and Smooth Jazz NJ . This is going to be one wild and crazy night of smooth Jazz live music at its best. Come check it out if you can. Highly recommend you get your tickets now..

DAMIEN ESCOBAR WITH KIM WATERS

October 25, 2024 @ 8:00 PM

Union County Performing Arts Center1601 Irving St., Rahway, NJ 07065

tickets https://smoothjazznj.com/

Damien Escobar

Musician. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Humanitarian. Damien Escobar bears many titles and puts no limits on what more he can achieve, making him one of the most prolific figures hailing from Jamaica, Queens. The Emmy-winning, NAACP Image Award nominee, possesses a nearly two-decade-spanning resume that includes billboard chart-topping albums, sold-out global tours, collaborations with music legends, and more — an inspirational success story that started with Escobar playing his violin on NYC subways. Damien’s energetic live performances feature a wide range of “cross-over” musical styles consisting of a mix of classical, jazz, pop, R&B, and hip hop. His eclectic use of genres creates a sound that embraces the traditions of jazz and classical music as much as it highlights his singular innovation as an artist, and his desire to explore beyond the boundaries of the sonically mainstream. There is something in Damien’s music for everyone, and it is truly best enjoyed live!

Kim.Waters

The hit-making and chart-topping saxophonist Kim Waters, dubbed “Simply one of the planet’s best saxophonists” by JazzTimes Magazine, opens the show. Known for crafting irresistible melodies, insatiable grooves and undeniable hooks, Waters’ signature sound combines the best elements of Jazz, R&B, Blues and Pop. “My fans, friends and family inspire me to be the best I can be. It makes me smile when I hear and see people happy because of my music! That’s what it’s all about,” says Waters

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Vince di Mura - Summer Breeze Chinese Jazz Fusion Ensemble
2024-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
Don’t miss out on an unforgettable afternoon at Clement’s Place! Join us for the mesmerizing tunes of the Chinese Fusion Ensemble with Vince Dimura & Lina Zha. Be swept away by beautiful melodies and vibrant energy. Don’t miss this fantastic event!

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The Summer Breeze Chinese Jazz Fusion Ensemble lineup is:

Vince DiMura piano. Alex Laurenzi soprano sax. Jin Yang. Pipa. Kai Gibson on bass. Featuring Lina Zha vocalist.

Vince DiMura piano and music arranger .

Alex Laurenzi soprano sax.

Jin Yang. Pipa.

Kai Gibson on bass.

Featuring “Lina Zha” vocalist.

Summer Breeze Chinese Jazz Fusion Ensemble was formed in early February 2023 by Chinese fusion ensemble featuring Vince Dimura & Lina Zha

The ensemble’s sound and style are rooted in the Latin/Jazz tradition with stylistic references to John Coltrane, Carlos Santana, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Tito Puente, and Gato Barbieri. Lina Zha and her gift and style are at the center of everything the group creates.

The result is a true fusion of East meeting West and a testament to the beauty of both worlds. Summer Breeze has recorded and released 3 full-length albums, Nostalgia, Serendipity, and Odyssey.

The group produced an award-winning documentary on its recording process, 6 music videos, and has headlined the Somerset County Diversity Festival. Numerous concerts have followed, including their acclaimed performances at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Nash Hall, and the Nicholas Music Center.

Most recently, the group won 2 silver medals from the Global Music Awards, in the categories of Best Music video and Most Outstanding CD recording. Their first tour of China is currently in the planning stages with the hope of sharing the musical culture of both East and West to foster goodwill and understanding.

Live Music Halloween Bash: A Night to Remember featuring MPack Ensemble Open Mic and Jam
2024-10-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Linden Moose Lodge 913, 43 Luttgen Place, Linden, New Jersey, 07036, United States
Live Music Halloween Bash: A Night to Remember 🎃👻🕸️

Get ready for a night unlike any other as we invite you to our inaugural Live Music Halloween Bash! On October 26th, Join us in Linden, New Jersey for a spine-tingling, dance party and open mic / jam celebration. The event will kick off at 7 PM and promises to be an unforgettable live music Halloween, jam experience.

Thrills and Chills Await

With live music bands setting the vibe, get ready to be enthralled by their hauntingly good performances. From classic Jazz and R&B hits to spooky tunes, our bands will keep you on your feet all night long.

Singer’s and Musicians Welcome

Come on out and Groove – Singer’s, Musicians and Bands are welcome to perform. The night will have a first set performance – then its your turn. Backline ( Drum set, Keys, Bass Amp along with the PA will be provided – Come jam with us.

House Band – MPack

“MPack is a band, 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, move your feet, shake your behind all night long.

“MPack is the musical brainchild of multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Clarence ‘Conover. He is the founder and CEO of MPack Music productions whose motto is “Life Changing Sounds”. “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 that create this very popular musical phenomenon known as MPack Band.”

“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.

Come on out and have a really great time.

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Jesus And Jazz Feat South African JCFI Music Ensemble feat Bassist Sobongile Buda
2024-10-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Mt Zion AME Church, 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United States
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.

Joining us with a Mental Health message delivered by Laverne Williams.

Get 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.

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JCFI MUSIC ENSEMBLE.(JAZZ CAMP FOR FEMALE INSTRUMENTALIST

The 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.

Sibongile Buda

Sibongile 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.

Sibongile 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.

Sibongile’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.

In 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.

Pastor Eyesha Marable – Mt Zion AME Church.

Rev 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.

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, 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.

Lynette Sheard – Vocalist

Lynette 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.”

Theater 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.

Laverne S. Williams, CSW, Director of PEWS and Member of the MHANJ’s Community Education Team

Summary of her key accomplishments include:

Leading 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.

Spearheading 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.

Becoming a Certified Social Worker (CSW) and using her training and spiritual beliefs to combine behavioral health with theology.

Reaching thousands of clergy members and helping to change the perception of mental illness in a broad array of spiritual communities.

Educating thousands of individuals on mental health awareness topics, with a special emphasis on seniors, people who tend to hoard, and those experiencing grief.

During 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.

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Jesus and Jazz

Join 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.

Space 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,

Refreshments will be available immediately following the service by Pangea Caterers.

Free – Open to All

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.

Jesus and Jazz Sessions are held monthly on the 4th Sunday of the Month and are curated by :

Gregory 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​.

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Greg Burrus & Harlem World Magazine Present “Harlem Nights” Feat The Lee Odom Unit & Community Activist Michael Gray
2024-10-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
Greg Burrus and Harlem World Magazine President, CC Minton present “Harlem Nights” featuring The Lee Odom Unit. Let’s honor community activist Michael Gray together!

Harlem Nights: A Celebration of Harlem Community and Newark Activism

Join us for “Harlem Nights” – a night filled with music, entertainment, and community celebration. This event is dedicated to honoring Newark staffer, Michael Gray, Former Chief of Staff at Council President Donald M. Payne Jr (RIP) and Harlem Resident, Musician Lee Odom.

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The Lee Odom Unit Performance

As part of the evening’s festivities, we are thrilled to have The Lee Odom Unit perform live at Harlem Nights. Led by renowned jazz musician Lee Odom, this talented group will bring their signature sound and energy to the stage. Get ready to swing and groove to the soulful jazz of The Lee Odom Unit!

Honoring Michael Gray

Harlem Nights is also a special event to honor and recognize the contributions of a dedicated community activist Michael Gray who has been tirelessly working towards improving the lives of individuals in the Newark community.

A Night of Community Celebration

In addition to live music and honoring Michael Gray, Harlem Nights will also feature opportunities to connect with fellow jazz enthusiasts and Harlem World Magazine Members of the community. Come out and support Harlem World Magazine while enjoying a fun-filled evening with friends, family, and neighbors.

Your Presence Matters

Your presence makes a difference and helps us to celebrate and uplift the voices of individuals like Michael Gray and Lee Odom who have dedicated themselves to making the world a better place for all.

Join Us at Harlem Nights at Newark Clements Place

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of celebration, music, and community. Limited seating, RSVP for your free tickets and join us at inaugural “Harlem Nights” – an event that brings together the best of Harlem in honor of noted individuals – Lee Odom and Michael Gray.

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Let’s make this a night to remember as we celebrate across the Hudson in support of positive change and progress for all in Harlem and Newark.

Presented by Rutgers IJS, Gregory Burrus Productions and Harlem World Magazine. This event promises to be a unique experience that you won’t want to miss.

Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies/Clements Place – ED Wayne WinborneThe 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. Founded in 1952 by jazz scholar Marshall Stearns, the IJS has been a pioneering institution in preserving and providing access to the heritage of jazz. Clement’s Place is a jazz lounge that is part of Rutgers University–Newark’s (IJS) located in the Ruth Bader Ginsburgh hall and hosts world class jazz events, jam sessions and listening parties, providing a vibrant space for both musicians and jazz enthusiasts to enjoy and participate in live jazz performances. New Jersey Performing Arts Center Community Engagement – AVP Eyesha MarableThe New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) is a major cultural institution located in Newark, New Jersey. It is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States. NJPAC hosts a wide range of events, including concerts, theater performances, dance shows, and more. It also offers arts education programs and community engagement initiatives.

CC Minton – President Harlem World MagazineCC Minton is an award-winning lifestyle maven, author, and Founder of the House of Minton. She is also a New York City conversationalist who is passionate about empowering people in making lifestyle choices that serve their personal needs and desires1.

Harlem World Magazine Harlem World Magazine is the go-to source for community news and events in Harlem and the “Harlems” of the world, as HWM has 1.2+ million annual global readers of which 60% are in Harlem, 20% are from across the USA and the other 20% are Worldwide. 85% visit local events and businesses monthly, and 79% of the readers have a graduate degree, with 29% of our readers having an annual income between $60,000-$110,000.

Gregory Burrus Productions – Producer Gregory BurrusGregory Burrus Productions is a company that operates in the Media and Entertainment industry. It is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. Gregory Burrus is a local live music ambassador, event planner and community partner. The company books bands, produces, promotes, captures and records live music events in the New York area New Jersey area. Gregory Burrus is a well known music producer and entrepreneur.

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James Moody Scholars Jammin at Clements Place
2024-11-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
3rd Annual James Moody Scholars Jam produced by Gregory Burrus Productions. Join us for a special evening as James Moody scholarship winners from each year since 2015 come together to jam on stage for the 3rd year in a row. Come experience the magic of jazz improvisation as we continue to honor the legacy of Saxophonist James Moody at Clements Place Jazz venue on Nov 6, 2024 at 7 PM.

Joining us this year!

Birsa Chaterjee-Tenor SaxAndrew Wagner Ttrumpet🎺Jalin Shiver -Alto 🎷Mcadon McCune – DrumsPaul.Culfari – Bass 🎻James Bally-piano 🎹Alex Kavlakian – Drums

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James Moody Scholars Jammin at Clements Place
2024-11-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
NJPAC’s Jazz Crawl finale: James Moody Scholars Jam celebrates Newark’s jazz legacy, rising talent & community unity.

Celebrate Jazz Legacy & Rising Talent at the 4th Annual James Moody Scholars Jam in a Jam

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Presented by the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies and Gregory Burrus Productions, this powerful evening honors Newark’s legendary saxophonist James Moody by spotlighting the next generation of jazz innovators—recipients of the prestigious James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey, a $10,000 award recognizing exceptional high school seniors for their musicianship, creativity, leadership, and community impact.

Held at the soulful Clement’s Place, the Jam features performances by Rutgers jazz students, Moody Scholars, and surprise guests from Newark’s vibrant music scene. It’s a joyful convergence of legacy, learning, and live improvisation.

On Stage: James Moody Jazz Scholarship Winners:

2015: Birsa Chatterjee – Tenor Saxophone

2016: Iyonna Herbert – Drums

2017: Andrew Wagner – Trumpet

2018: Caelan Cardello – Piano

2019: Jalin Shiver – Alto Saxophone

2020: Rayner Perez – Trombone

2021: Paul Reinhold – Electric & Acoustic Bass

2022: Ryoma Takenaga – Bass

2023: Mecadon McCune – Drums

2024: Alex Kavlakian – Drums

2025: James Pakhomou – Piano

Past James Moody Scholars Jam in a Jam Events:

2021 Inaugural James Moody Scholars Jam at the Historic Blanchard Mansion, South Orange

2022: Nov 21 IJS James Moody Jazz Scholars Celebration at Clements Place

2024: Nov 6 – James Moody Scholars Jam in a Jam for ​the NJPAC Jazz Crawl

202​5: Feb 6 James Moody Scholars Showcase at Bradley Beach Jazz Festival

2025: ​Nov 23 James Moody Scholars Jam in a Jam for ​the NJPAC Jazz Crawl

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Carrie Jackson & Jazzin'All Stars
2024-11-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
Experience a captivating night of Jazz with the Carrie Jackson All Stars at Clements Place in Newark, NJ! Join Us!

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Carrie Jackson, vocals;

Carrie Jackson is a talented jazz vocalist and performer based in New York/New Jersey. She is known for her expressive voice and ability to blend jazz, blues, and soulful pop in her performances. Carrie’s musical journey began at the age of six, singing in the children’s choir at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Newark, NJ. She honed her talents in Newark, the Jazz Mecca of New Jersey, and studied piano and voice with renowned musicians like Howard “Duke” Anderson.

Carrie has performed with her Jazzin’ All Star Band and has shared the stage with many jazz legends. Her albums, including “The Nearness of You” and “If I Had My Way,” have received critical acclaim. Carrie continues to captivate audiences with her unique sound and dedication to preserving jazz music culture

Radam Schwartz, piano

Takashi Otsuka, bass;

Gordon Lane, drums

Clement’s Place Jazz Night at Rutgers

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall, Rutgers University

A Cabaret for Jazz events in Honor of Historian Clement Price

NJPAC Jazz Crawl - An Afternoon of Jazz
2024-11-17 12:00 - 18:00 | New Jersey
Join us for the Annual NJPAC Jazz Crawl Around Newark on Sunday Nov 17

For information please contact Marcus Beckett at mbeckett@njpac.org.

Let 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.

Jazz Crawl partners include Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University – Newark, MENTOR Newark and NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee.

12 – 2PMJust Fish Bar & Grill27 Halsey St.

Sup and dine to the accompaniment of the talented young artists of TD Jazz for Teens.

1:30 – 3:30PMHeritage Hall54 Halsey Street (Hahne’s building)

Celebrate 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.

3 – 6PMClement’s Place15 Washington St.

A 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.

Make 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.

Jazz Vespers at Bethany at 25 / Honoring Reverend Howard and Dorthaan Kirk
2024-11-21 19:30 - 22:00 | New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), 1 Center Street, Newark, New Jersey, 07102, United States
Celebrate 25 years of the Bethany Baptist Jazz Vespers Concert Series with music director and bandleader Nat Adderley Jr., jazz trumpeter and conductor Jon Faddis, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin and jazz/gospel singer Lizz Wright. We’ll also honor Rev. M. William Howard, Jr., who co-founded Jazz Vespers with Newark’s First Lady of Jazz, NEA Jazz Master Dorthaan Kirk (WGBO).

https://www.njpac.org/series/james-moody-jazz-festival

Jesus And Jazz Feat Kim Clarke Quartet
2024-11-24 11:30 - 13:30 | Mt Zion AME Church, 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United States
Join Reverend Eyesha Marable for a unique Jesus and Jazz event with talented musicians Kim Clarke, Ronnie Burrage, Tim Siciliano, and Phil Bingham. Our Mental Health professional Laverne Williams will also share an important message. Bring your family and friends to Mt Zion AME Church on Sunday, November 22, 2024.

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Giants of Jazz 2024 at SOPAC by John Lee
2024-11-30 20:00 - 22:00 | SOPAC – South Orange Performing Arts Center, One SOPAC Way, , South Orange, New Jersey, 07079, United States
What better way o close out the month of November than an All Star Jazz Bash. Join us for the 25th Anniversary of what has become a legendary South Orange event featuring the convergence of countless master practitioners in an unforgettable evening of spontaneity and swing. Curated by Grammy Award-winning producer and bass player, South Orange resident John Lee, Giants of Jazz delights audiences of every generation.

To commemorate 25 years of this iconic series, SOPAC honors one of the music’s most recorded artists: master drummer and Grammy Award-winning band leader Lewis Nash. in addition this year’s lineup features Eric Alexander, Don Braden, Tommy Campbell, Cyrus Chestnut, Steve Davis, John DiMartino, Dezron Douglas, Roberta Gambarini, Winard Harper, Freddie Hendrix, Mike LeDonne, Rufus Reid, Evan Sherman, Buster Williams, and more incredible artists announcing soon!

A Night of Dining and Dancing with Essex Funk Live
2024-12-07 19:30 - 23:00 | Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge, 440 Parsonage Hill Rd, Short Hills, New Jersey, 07078, United States
Gregory Burrus Productions is Proud to Present Essex Funk Band Live at Par 440

Get ready for a night of dancing and fun with Essex Funk on Sat, Dec 7, 2024, from 7:30 – 11 PM at Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge! Join Gregory Burrus Productions we present this amazing RnB dance band experience that will have you grooving to soul, funk and more. Reserve your table now for a night of dining, drinking, and dancing with friends and family. Don’t miss out on the excitement – call (973) 467 8882 to secure your spot!

Come join us for a night of **Essex Funk** at **Par 440**! Get ready to groove to the funky beats with live music that will keep you dancing all night long.

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This event by **Gregory Burrus Productions** promises to be a great time filled with good music and even better company. Don’t miss out on this incredible live experience!

Come dine, dance and drink with us. Kick off the holiday season with friends, neighbors and family. Dine and dance all night long. free onsite parking, full bar and dinner menu are available.

Par 440 Restaurant and Lounge

Par 440 is a unique restaurant and lounge located at 440 Parsonage Hill Road, Short Hills, NJ. It offers a diverse menu that includes brick oven pizza, sushi prepared by a master sushi chef, and quality cocktails. The restaurant also features 17+ large screen HDTVs, making it a great spot to watch sports and socialize with friends and coworkers.

Par 440 is known for its relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal place for happy hour, private parties, and weekend dinners with live entertainment. The food is generally praised by guests, and the service is highly rated.

Join us for a night of live funk music at Par 440, courtesy of Gregory Burrus Productions – it’s going to be an absolute blast!

Mentor Newark - HBCU Experience featuring MPACK Music
2024-12-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Hahnes and Company Building, 609 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey, 07102, United States
Wed Dec 11 7 pm it’s an HBCU Experience Featuring MPack Music in the @Hahnes and Company Building 609 Broad Street, Newark, NJ.

Free entry,. All are invited to this wonderful location, come enjoy the music located across from Whole Foods location in the great hall..

#HBCU #RnB #cooljazz #hahnesbuilding #mentornewark

Lynette Sheard & Friends Presents - Unwrap a Joyful Mind Winter Cabaret
2024-12-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
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.

Lynette Sheard & Friends Present – Unwrap a Joyful Mind Winter Cabaret Tickets, Sat, Dec 14, 2024 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

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Performers

Your Host – Lynette Sheard

Ms. 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

Dre 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.

Santi 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

Jarrett 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.

New 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.

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Supporting tonight’s events:

NJPAC Community Engagement

The 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.

Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS)

The 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.

Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ)

The 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.

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IJS Fundraiser w/ Stefon Harris Bruce Barth, Jaleel Shaw, & Vicente Archer
2024-12-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building, 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
WAYNE WINBORNE’S BIRTHDAY JAM SESSION & FUNDRAISER

Stefon Harris & Bruce Barth are joined by jazz stars Jaleel Shaw & Vicente Archer along with newcomer Jerome Williams to support Clem’s

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