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Rutgers IJS Presents Ellie Lee Jazz Quartet
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCome join us for an unforgettable evening of music as Pianist Ellie Lee Quartet performs at Clement's Place. Get ready to be mesmerized by her incredible talent and passion for music. This is a night you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars for October 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM (Eastern Time) and get ready to experience a...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Harmony Bartz Experience
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesBorn in Harlem, New York, Taifa “Harmony” Bartz has been singing and dancing since she was 2 years old. She began her acting and modeling career at the age of 9. Her father, jazz saxophonist and Grammy winner Gary Bartz, introduced her to a wide variety of music at a very young age. She formed...
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Rutgers IJS presents Pianist Mala Waldron at Clements Place
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesMala Waldron – Pianist, Vocalist, Composer, Legacy Keeper Mala Waldron is a deeply expressive artist whose music bridges generations, genres, and continents. Born into jazz royalty as the daughter of legendary pianist and composer Mal Waldron, Mala carries forward a legacy rooted in the golden age of jazz while forging her own path as a...
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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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Rutgers IJS Presents Harmony Bartz Experience
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesBorn in Harlem, New York, Taifa “Harmony” Bartz has been singing and dancing since she was 2 years old. She began her acting and modeling career at the age of 9. Her father, jazz saxophonist and Grammy winner Gary Bartz, introduced her to a wide variety of music at a very young age. She formed...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Saxophonist Pat Gannon at Clements Place
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers IJS Presents Saxophonist Pat Gannon at Clements Place Note 1 Set 8:30 - 10 PM Based in New Jersey, Patrick Gannon has quickly earned recognition for his expressive playing...
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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...
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NJPAC Jazz Crawl Across Newark Presents Alex Desrivieres Trio at Just Fish
Just Fish Bar and Grill 27 Halsey St, Newark, New Jersey, United StatesNJPAC Jazz Crawl Across Newark Presents: Alex Desrivieres Trio at Just Fish 🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable session as the Alex Desrivieres Trio brings their soulful sound to Just...
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Rutgers IJS NJPAC & Gregory Burrus Present: James Moody Scholars Jam in a Jam 2025
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesNJPAC’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...
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Annual Wayne Winborne Birthday Jazz Party and Fundraiser Celebration
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCome be part of the Ultimate Jazz Birthday Party— a dazzling celebration and a spectacular night of friends, fun, and phenomenal music — you’ll remember long after the last note. Proudly produced by Gregory Burrus Productions, New Jersey Performing Arts Center - NJPAC Commnunity Engagement and Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies Studies. Donate: Requested Donation...
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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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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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Feb 3 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026 Presents Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio at the Elbow Room
Elbow Room 416 Main St, Bradley Beach, NJ, New Jersey, United StatesJazz Fans! We are back!!! Feel the legacy and celebrate the community. Welcome to the 2nd Annual 2026 Bradley Beach Jazz Festival produced by Bradley Beach Tourism. Secure your tickets now, Free Weekday Performances Feb 3 Tuesday Elbow Room Bradley Beach The 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026 kicks off its February lineup with...
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Feb 5 – Vintage Vibe Tribe in 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026 at D’Arcy’s Tavern
D’Arcy’s Tavern 310 Main St, Bradley Beach, New Jersey, United StatesJazz Fans! We are back!!! Feel the legacy and celebrate the community.Welcome to the 2nd Annual 2026 Bradley Beach Jazz Festival produced by Bradley Beach Tourism. Secure your tickets now, Free Weekday Performances Feb 5, 2025 Thursday 6 - 9 PM Vintage Vibe Tribe at D'Arcy's Tavern Get ready for a night of pure musical nostalgia...
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Feb 6 – 2nd Annual Bradley Beach Jazz Festival 2026
Bradley Beach Elementary School 515 Brinley Ave, Bradley Beach, NJ, United StatesSecure your tickets now: bradleybeachjazzfestival.com This winter the shore is alive with the sound of jazz! Join us as the town of Bradley Beach transforms into a stage for legends, rising stars, and community spirit. From soulful saxophones to vibrant rhythms, this year’s festival celebrates heritage, artistry, and unity—right here by the ocean. Dive into the...
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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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Rutgers IJS Presents Celli Pitt & Halsey Dearhearts Quartet
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCelli brings Newark’s jazz legacy to life through original music and a soulful, creative night you won’t want to miss. Come join us for a night of jazz, juke‑joint spirit, and cabaret‑style flair featuring the incomparable Celli Pitt. This live experience blends music, memory, and Newark’s cultural heartbeat into one unforgettable evening. Celli invites you...
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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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Rutgers IJS Presents Alexis Morrast and Friends
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCome hang out with Alexis Morrast live at Rutgers IJS and experience a night of pure vocal brilliance and unforgettable jazz energy. Join us in person for an exciting event...
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Rutgers IJS Presents T.K. Blue Quintet: A Tribute to Randy Weston and Legendary Trombonist Melba Liston
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers IJS presents T.K. Blue Quintet Tribute To the Iconic Randy Weston and NEA Jazz Master and Legendary Trombonist Melba Liston. This performance heralds the end of WHM2026 Rutgers IJS Clements Place Womens History Month Celebration. T.K. Blue Quintet: A Tribute to Randy Weston and Legendary Trombonist Melba Liston The March 29 celebration brings one...
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Rutgers IJS Presents the NJCU Jazz Ensemble with Abraham Burton
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers IJS hosts the NJCU Jazz Ensemble featuring master saxophonist Abraham Burton for an electrifying jazz experience. The Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies presents the New Jersey City University Jazz Ensemble, a distinguished collegiate large ensemble recognized for its rigorous musicianship and commitment to advancing the study and performance of jazz. Under the direction of...