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Rutgers IJS Greg Burrus Presents The Katie Cosco Laura Dreyer Project
Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Apartment building, Newark, NJ, United StatesCatch 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 StatesCelebrate 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, Apartment building, Newark, NJ, United StatesJoin 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, Apartment building, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers 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 improvisation,...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Ed Cheery
Clement's Place 15 Washington Street, Apartment building, Newark, NJ, United StatesJoin Rutgers IJS for a chill night with Ed Cheery, 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, Cherry...
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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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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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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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Celebrating Community & Consciousness: The Gregory Burrus Productions Event Series
Gregory Burrus Productions proudly launches a powerful trio of socially conscious events for Maplewood Arts and Culture 2026 designed to uplift, educate, and unite our communities through the transformative power of music and culture. This season’s programming brings together artists whose work speaks directly to freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice — from...
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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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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 jazz, New Orleans traditions, and the vibrant sounds of New Jersey’s own artists. Expect nonstop music from powerhouse performers, rising stars, and community favorites lighting...
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