• Jesus and Jazz Presents Charlie Apicella feat Avery Sharpe, Beareather Reddy and Steve Johns at Mt Zion AME

    Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United States

    Jesus and Jazz returns on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM with a powerhouse lineup featuring guitarist Charlie Apicella, legendary bassist Avery Sharpe, soulful vocalist Beareather Reddy, and master drummer Steve Johns. This is a rare convergence of artistry, spirit, and swing—right inside Mt. Zion AME Church, where music and ministry meet in a...

  • Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition Of The Blues

    Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Presented by North Jersey Blues Society and the Puffin Foundation. Join Charlie Apicella Guitar - Avery Sharpe – Bass Steve Johns – Drums, Beareather Reddy – Vocals and Madame Pat Tandy – Vocals at Clement Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents Ma Rainey’s Living Tradition Of The Blues Get ready for an unforgettable in-person event that...

  • Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place

    Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    SHOUT! - 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...

  • Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents The Katie Cosco Laura Dreyer Project

    Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Catch the vibes of Rutgers IJS with Greg Burrus, Katie Cosco, and Laura Dreyer live on stage! Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents The Katie Cosco Laura Dreyer Project Get ready for an awesome in-person experience with The Katie Cosco Laura Dreyer Project brought to you by Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus! Join us for a...

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  • Institute of Jazz Studies: The London Sessions Exhibition Opening

    John Cotton Dana Library - 4th Floor 185 University Avenue, Newark, NJ, United States

    Celebrate the exhibition opening with live music, light refreshements, and a curator's talk highlighting rare jazz treasures on display.Please join us for the opening of Institute of Jazz Studies: The London Sessions—a new exhibition that brings jazz history “across the pond” and back to Newark.Enjoy an evening of music, conversation, and discovery featuring the piano...

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  • Rutgers IJS Presents Trombonist Brian Simmontacchi

    Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Join us in person for a cool night with trombone ace Brian Simmontacchi, brought to you by Rutgers IJS!Rutgers IJS Presents Trombonist Brian SimmontacchiGet ready for an awesome live session with Brian Simmontacchi in person! Whether you’re a jazz fan or just curious, this is your chance to catch some cool trombone vibes up close....

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  • Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents Matt Cherkoff Quartet

    Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus present the Matt Cherkoff Quartet—swing, soul, and serious jazz energy live in the room. Join us for an exceptional night of jazz as Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus present the Matt Cherkoff Quartet at Clements Place. Guitarist Matt Cherkoff leads a powerhouse ensemble through a set of deep swing, soulful...

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  • Rutgers IJS Presents Ed Cherry

    Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    Join Rutgers IJS for a chill night with Ed Cherry, live and in person—don’t miss the good vibes! Ed Cherry is a masterful jazz guitarist whose warm tone, lyrical phrasing, and deep blues vocabulary have made him one of the most respected voices on the instrument. Best known for his long tenure with Dizzy Gillespie,...

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  • Blues and Blessings Presents A Mothers Day Celebration with Grammy Nominated Singer Carla Cook

    Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United States

    Join us on Mothers Day. Grammy‑nominated jazz vocalist Carla Cook brings her warm, honey‑rich voice and soulful storytelling to Mt. Zion’s Blues & Blessings Mother’s Day Celebration on May 10. Known for her elegant phrasing, deep musicality, and the spiritual grounding that shapes her artistry, Carla bridges the worlds of jazz, gospel, and heartfelt praise...

  • Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place

    Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

    SHOUT! - 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...

  • Cranford Thursdays at the Clock: Michael Craig Band & Jessica

    Downtown Cranford Clock N Union Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016, Cranford, New Jersey, United States

    Soulful 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...

  • 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...