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SUMMARY:Blues and Blessings Presents the Dynamic Nikita White and Phil Bingham
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a soul‑stirring Blues & Blessings as we welcome powerhouse vocalist Nikita White — A Chicago‑born jazz and blues artist whose voice carries the spirit of the church\, the swing of the bandstand\, and the fire of the blues. \n\n\n\nBlues and Blessings Presents the Dynamic Nikita White and Phil Bingham\n\n\n\nChicago‑born jazz and blues vocalist Nikita White — an artist whose voice carries the soul of the church\, the truth of the blues\, and the heartbeat of the people. Rooted in her Baptist upbringing and shaped by her time studying under jazz master Dr. Barry Harris\, Nikita brings a sound that honors tradition while speaking directly to today’s community spirit.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nHer music is storytelling — rich\, warm\, and deeply human — the kind of sound that brings people together\, lifts burdens\, and reminds us that we’re never walking alone. On Feb 1\, she joins Mt. Zion AME for a morning where neighbors gather\, spirits rise\, and the sanctuary becomes a place of healing through song. \n\n\n\nNikita White\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Vocalist Nikita White began singing at a young age in her family’s Baptist Church on the Northwest side of Chicago. Inspired by her large musical family\, she performed with local R&B\, rock\, and blues bands before she started attending jazz jam sessions and began working with tenor saxophone great Von Freeman. In 1980 she moved to New York where she studied voice with Dr. Barry Harris’ vocal workshop\, recorded with George Braith\, and worked with a variety of notable artists including Mulgrew Miller\, Kenny Washington\, Peter Washington\, Henry Butler\, Russell Hall and Lafayette Harris. She has toured in Europe and Africa\, studied at Long Island University\, and performed freelance for many years\, including a turn as Ella Fitzgerald in Roz Nixon’s play SS Nirvana. In partnership with NYCParks – Arts\, Culture & Fun \n\n\n\nCome be part of a joyful\, community‑driven worship experience where the blues meets the blessing and every voice adds to the harmony. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Blues and Blessings: Where Spirit Meets Sound\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEyesha Marable – A dynamic cultural curator and spiritual leader\, Eyesha brings passion\, purpose\, and prophetic vision to every gathering. Her work bridges gospel truth with artistic excellence\, creating spaces where healing and creativity flourish. \n\n\n\nPhil Bingham – Renowned pianist\, conductor\, and arranger\, Phil is the musical heartbeat of Jesus and Jazz. His spirit-led compositions and performances transform every sanctuary into a stage for praise\, improvisation\, and divine inspiration. \n\n\n\nGregory Burrus – The master connector and curator behind Gregory Burrus Productions\, Gregory orchestrates this event with joy\, precision\, and deep community love. His storytelling and artist advocacy ensure that every voice is honored and every moment resonates. \n\n\n\nTogether\, these leaders have crafted events where music  becomes ministry\, and every note is a prayer. Join us for Blues and Blessings—a celebration of legacy\, liberation\, and the living Word through music and more.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/blues-and-blessings-presents-the-dynamic-nikita-white-and-phil-bingham/
LOCATION:Mt Zion AME Church\, 54 Church Street\, Milburn\, New Jersey\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Commnity
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SUMMARY:Melba Moore -Five Octaves of Glory: Tony Award–Winning Legend & Three ‑ Time Grammy Nominee Comes to SOPAC
DESCRIPTION:An Evening With Melba Moore Coming to New Jersey’s South Orange Performing Arts Center in February 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nTony Award winning legend and three-time Grammy nominee Melba Moore will bring an evening of song to the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) on February 1st\, 2026\, at 7:30 pm ET. The venue is located at One SOPAC Way in South Orange\, NJ. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMs. Moore will be performing a range of classics\, from her years on Broadway in “Hair” and “Purlie” (the latter earning a Tony Award win)\, to the R&B/Pop hits of the 70’s and 80’s such as “You Stepped Into My Life” and “Love’s Comin’ At Cha.” \n\n\n\nJoining Ms. Moore on this evening of music is emcee Lenny Green from New York City’s WBLS-FM and opening act Jeff Redd\, known for the 90’s hit\, “You Called and Told Me.” \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information regarding the concert\, click the link below –
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/melba-moore-five-octaves-of-glory-tony-award-winning-legend-three-time-grammy-nominee-comes-to-sopac/
LOCATION:SOPAC – South Orange Performing Arts Center\, One SOPAC Way\, \, South Orange\, New Jersey\, 07079\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Live Music,R&b,SOPAC
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