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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...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: Leonieke Scheuble Trio – Global‑Flavored Jazz
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesProdigy pianist Leonieke Scheuble leads a trio blending jazz with global colors. Join us Tuesday, June 30 for the Leonieke Scheuble Trio, led by a prodigy pianist whose global‑influenced jazz sound captivates audiences of all ages. A sophisticated, uplifting evening of world‑tinged improvisation.
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Alexis Morrast
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesAlexis Morrast brings a radiant, soul‑deep vocal presence to the Back Deck — the kind of voice that feels made for an open summer sky. A two‑time Apollo winner and rising national star, she blends jazz tradition with youthful clarity, emotional honesty, and a tone that stops people mid‑conversation. Outdoors, her sound becomes even more...
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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: MPack
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesA powerhouse funk unit delivering tight grooves and electrifying musicianship. On Thursday, July 9, MPack brings deep funk, tight rhythms, and electrifying musicianship to the Clock Plaza. A guaranteed groove‑heavy...
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesThe Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey brings a sweeping, open‑air elegance to the Back Deck — a rare chance to hear masterful classical playing under a summer sky. Their performances blend historic depth with modern vitality, creating a sound that feels both timeless and alive in the outdoor setting. Strings, winds, and harpsichord textures drift...
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents ArcoStrum
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesArcoStrum brings a fresh, genre‑crossing energy to the Back Deck — a duo that blends classical finesse with rhythmic, contemporary drive in a way that feels tailor‑made for an open‑air summer stage. Their interplay of bow and strings creates a sound that moves from intimate to explosive, weaving chamber textures with modern pulse. Outdoors, their...
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Cranford and NJPAC Jazz Tuesdays featuring Lynette Sheard Live in 24 Hours of Music
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,...
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Jared Paparozzi Group
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesCutting‑edge jazz fusion with soaring keys and dynamic improvisation. Join us Thursday, July 16, for the Jared Paparozzi Group — a modern jazz fusion ensemble delivering soaring keys, bold textures,...
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presentsb Amani: The Music of Burt Bacharach
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesAmani brings the timeless songs of Burt Bacharach to the Back Deck with a warm, soulful touch that feels perfect for a summer evening outdoors. Their arrangements honor the sophistication of Bacharach’s melodies while opening them up with jazz phrasing, subtle improvisation, and the group’s signature blend of elegance and ease. Under the open sky,...
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5th Annual 2026 Jazz, Health & Food Truck Festival – Free Outdoor Concerts in Monte Irvin Park Orange NJ
Monte Irvin Orange Park South Center St & South Harrison Street, City of Orange, New Jersey, United States +1 moreShow up early, settle in, and prepare to be truly blown away by what’s coming. Experience a powerful mix of jazz styles all day long — swing, soul‑jazz, blues, soul...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: Carlos Frias & Circulo Social – Latin‑Infused RnB m
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesSmooth RnB blended with Latin rhythm, groove, and summer heat. Tuesday, July 21 brings Carlos Frias & Circulo Social, delivering smooth RnB wrapped in Latin energy. Expect rhythm, soul, and...
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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 magnetic, genre‑blending vocalist returns with soulful jazz and R&B. On Thursday, July 23, Lynette Sheard returns with another night of soulful, genre‑blending brilliance. Her voice, presence, and artistry make...
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Orpheus Chamber Players:Â Nocturnal Serenade
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesThe Orpheus Chamber Players bring a luminous, twilight‑inspired program to the Back Deck with Nocturnal Serenade — music shaped for the magic of an outdoor summer night. Their signature conductor‑less approach creates a rare intimacy, every musician listening, responding, and shaping the moment in real time. As dusk settles over the museum grounds, the ensemble’s...
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Cranford Tuesdays at the Clock: Coe Moo Jhee Trio – Soulful Fusion
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesSoulful fusion with modern edge and expressive musicianship. On Tuesday, July 28, the Coe Moo Jhee Trio brings a modern fusion sound blending soul, jazz, and contemporary textures. A stylish,...
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Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: The Genesse Stills Band
Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United StatesRoots‑driven rock with soulful vocals and a timeless Americana edge. Join us Thursday, July 30, for The Genesse Stills Band — a roots‑rock group delivering soulful vocals, rich storytelling, and...
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Morris Museum 2026 Back Deck Presents Little Johnny Rivero & His Giants: Tribute to our Legends of Jazz & Latin Jazz
Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, New Jersey, United StatesLittle Johnny Rivero brings an explosive, heart‑deep celebration of our jazz and Latin jazz legends to the Back Deck — a night where history, rhythm, and pure joy meet under the summer sky. As the longtime conguero for Eddie Palmieri and a master of Afro‑Caribbean tradition, Rivero leads an all‑star ensemble that honors the giants...