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Richard Baratta – Lifestyle Conversation on Music And Movies with CC Minton
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesJoin Rutgers IJS and Gregory Burrus for an unforgettable night of music and movies. Tonight we present Richard Baratta in conversation with lifestyle advocate CC Minton, the President of Harlem World Magazine. We invite you to join us as these dynamic individuals get together for another Music and More Series produced by Gregory Burrus Productions...
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Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Presents Alex Desrivieres Quartet
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesHey there music lovers! Get ready for an amazing night at Clement's Place as Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies and Greg Burrus bring you the talented Alex Desriveres Quartet. Join us on Thu May 08 2025 at 19:30 for a night filled with soulful jazz tunes and 2 truly swinging sets. Don't miss out on...
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Rutgers IJS Presents AAPI Jazz Collective
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesThe AAPI Jazz Collective, led by trombonist Peter Lin, will play two special sets of curated music honoring AAPI Heritage Month (Asian American Pacific Islander). Come and hear some classic pan-Asian songs reimagined within the jazz context. Mỹ Tâm Huynh - vocals Peter Lin - trombone Jasper Shogo Dutz - woodwinds Mike Bond - piano...
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Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Presents Marel Hidalgo
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesVery excited to present this extraordinary Guitarist on our stage. Marel Hidalgo is a sixteen-year-old guitarist and bandleader from New Jersey, . The Band :Marel Hidalgo (guitar), Pablo Campos (piano), Joe Peterson (bass), Joe Brown, Jr. (drums). He began studying music at the age of four, under the instruction of guitar teacher Jerry Franklin at...
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NJPAC Jazz Jam 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 Little Johnny Rivero Day 1 Latin Night
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesLittle Johnny Rivero, legendary congero, percussionist, producer, song writer and band leader was born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents. As a young boy, Little Johnny was drawn to the sounds and rhythms of the “rumberos” playing at Jefferson and Randall's Island parks. Little Johnny began practicing percussion at age ten and played...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Little Johnny Rivero Salsa Night
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesLittle Johnny Rivero, legendary congero, percussionist, producer, song writer and band leader was born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents. As a young boy, Little Johnny was drawn to the sounds and rhythms of the “rumberos” playing at Jefferson and Randall's Island parks. Little Johnny began practicing percussion at age ten and played...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Sofia Carrasco Quartet – Tue May 20
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesThe Sofia Carrasco Quartet blends Afro-Peruvian beats with classic jazz to create a unique sound. Sofia Carrasco herself is a tenor saxophonist and visual artist from Arequipa, Peru, known for her honest and expressive interpretations. You can explore her music, including her latest album Alma Escondida. Sofia's art is a personal exploration of what genuinely...
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Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Presents Luciane Dom from Rio de Janeiro
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesLuciane Dom from Rio de Janeiro Luciane Dom, a multilingual singer, songwriter, and music producer, is part of the new generation of contemporary artists from Rio de Janeiro. She was named Rising Star of the Year by the 2022 African Entertainment Awards. Luciane Dom, multilingual singer, songwriter and producer, is part of the new generation...
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Jesus and Jazz feat Phil Bingham Damon Duewhite Kim Clark & Alex Desrivieres
Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United StatesPlease join us. Free open to all. Come experience the fusion of Jesus and Jazz and uplift your spirits and leave feeling inspired. Damon Duewhite Damon DueWhite is a powerhouse in the world of drumming with a career that spans multiple genres, from Broadway musicals and jazz festivals to collaborations with some of the...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Radam Schwartz
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesABOUT RADAM SCHWARTZ Join us Radam a Schwartz Hammond B3 Organist and Jazz pianist, has built his reputation over the last 35 years playing with such great musicians as Arthur and Red Prysock, Eddie Lockjaw Davis, Al Hibler, David Fathead Newman, Russell Malone, Cecil Brooks III and Jimmy Ford. He continues to make music history...
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Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Present Carlos Frias and Circulo Social
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCarlos Frias and Circulo Social @ Clements Place With roots in the Dominican Republic Carlos Frias is a singer songwriter, Visual Artist, Drummer and percussionist and the front man of the Latin jazz and world music band – Carlos Frias & Circulo Social. Based out of Bloomfield NJ, we play mostly original music that we...
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Lynette Sheard in Juneteenth Event Emotional Emancipation Union County Library
Union Public Library - Vauxhall Branch 123 Hilton Avenue, Vauxhauk, New Jersey, United StatesJuneteenth Concert- Emotional Emancipation Union County Library 1060 Stuyvesant Ave, Union NJ- No Charge EMOTIONAL EMANCIPATION A Juneteenth performance entitled Emotional Emancipation African American communities have used music and art; sometimes in place of written communication, to discuss life, death, spiritual philosophies, and emotions to cope with the traumas that came with being enslaved. This interactive and engaging performance...
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Rutgers IJS Presents Steve Johns & The Mythology Band
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers IJS Presents Steve Johns & The Mythology Band Tickets, Fri, Jun 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM | Eventbrite FEATURING MONTE CROFT - VIBES, JOHN HART - GUITAR, GREG MURPHY - PIANO, JORIS TEEPE - BASS, AND STEVE JOHNS - DRUMS. ABOUT STEVE JOHNS For over three decades, drummer Steve Johns has been a major...
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NJPAC Jazz Jam 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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Experience Jesus and Jazz with Glenn Merritt Quartet at Mt Zion AME This Sunday
Mt Zion AME Church 54 Church Street, Milburn, New Jersey, United StatesPlease join us. Free open to all. Glenn Merritt is a talented pianist and a member of the Meant To Be jazz band. Originally from New York City, he has been playing music for many years and is known for his expressive and skillful performances. The band itself has been together for over 25 years,...
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Carrie Jackson & Jazzin’ All Stars Band
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesFree You’re invited to an evening with premier jazz vocalist Carrie Jackson and her incredible band as they serenade you with jazz standards, originals, blues and pop classics that transport you through America’s rich musical history. Jackson is known for her soulful interpretations, which have landed her on stage at legendary venues like Birdland and...
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2025 Orange Jazz Health and Food Truck Festival July12
Montel Irvin / Orange Park Center Street and South Harrison Street, City of Orange, NJ, United StatesRegister Now - July 12 2025 Orange Jazz Health and Food Truck Festival 11 - 9 PM MC Host 2025 Everything You Need To Know About the Annual Jazz, Health and Food Truck Festival 2025 in Orange NJ Gregory Burrus Productions https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/2025/07/10/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-annual-jazz-health-and-food-truck-festival-2025-in-ora Read all about the Festival - http://jazzandFood.com
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Lynette Sheard featuring the Glenn Merrit Quartet in Sunday Gazebo Jazz at Springfield Ave Gazebo, Maplewood NJ
Springfield Avenue Gazebo 1662 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, New Jersey, United StatesAugust 3rd, the Springfield Avenue Gazebo will come alive with the powerhouse vocals and magnetic presence of Lynette Sheard, a Newark-born jazz vocalist, actress, and mental health advocate whose performances are as soul-stirring as they are unforgettable. Sheard is known for her five-octave range, perfect pitch, and emotionally resonant delivery that spans jazz, blues, gospel,...
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Rutgers IJS and Gregory Burrus Presents Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio featuring Roger Humphries and Leonieke Scheuble
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesRutgers IJS and Gregory Burrus Presents: Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio featuring Roger Humphries and Leonieke Scheuble — Live at Clements Place Jazz Join us on August 15, 2025 at Newark’s iconic Clements Place Jazz for a powerhouse night of groove, swing, and soulful expression. The Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio takes center stage, featuring legendary drummer...
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Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Presents Saxophonist Sweet Lee Odom Mala Waldron, Tim Ford and Tetsuya Sato
Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesGet ready to groove to Sweet Lee Odom, Mala Waldron, Tim Ford and Tetsuya Sato at Rutgers IJS - it's going to be a night to remember! Rutgers IJS Presents Saxophonist Sweet Lee Odom Join us for an unforgettable night of music led by the talented Sweet Lee Odom and her band at Clement's Place. Get ready to be blown...