BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gregory Burrus Productions - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gregory Burrus Productions REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T220000 DTSTAMP:20260626T120842Z CREATED:20260622T192433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T120842Z UID:10002762-1782502200-1782511200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! with special guest Stefon Harris - @Express Newark DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their final monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-atexpree-newark/ LOCATION:EXPRESS NEWARK\, 54 HALSEY STREET\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T203000 DTSTAMP:20251228T053335Z CREATED:20251129T053728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T053335Z UID:10002593-1780340400-1780345800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-at-clements-place-5/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T203000 DTSTAMP:20251228T053004Z CREATED:20251129T053729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T053004Z UID:10002592-1777921200-1777926600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-at-clements-place-6/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T223000 DTSTAMP:20260423T200252Z CREATED:20251007T015134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T200252Z UID:10002548-1776972600-1776983400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Greg Burrus Community Jam feat Jerry Weldon / New Brunswick Jazz Project at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY 4/23 – GREG BURRUS COMMUNITY JAZZ JAM FEAT JERRY WELDON / New Brunswick Jazz Project AT CLEMENTS PLACE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJerry Weldon – Tenor Titan of the Jazz Scene \n\n\n\nInternationally acclaimed saxophonist Jerry Weldon has been a commanding force in jazz for over four decades. Born in New York City on September 27\, 1957\, Weldon’s journey began with a spark—ignited at age 14 when his father took him to see Stan Getz at the Village Vanguard. That moment set the course for a life steeped in swing\, soul\, and bebop brilliance. \n\n\n\nA graduate of the Rutgers University Jazz Studies Program\, Weldon launched his professional career in 1981 with the legendary Lionel Hampton Orchestra\, continuing his tenure with Hamp into the new millennium. He then joined Jack McDuff’s Heatin’ System\, cementing his reputation as a go-to tenor for organ-driven grooves. \n\n\n\nWeldon’s résumé reads like a jazz hall of fame: he’s collaborated with Jimmy McGriff\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Dr. Lonnie Smith\, George Benson\, Mel Tormé\, Roy Haynes\, and Cedar Walton\, among countless others. In 1990\, he became a charter member and featured soloist in Harry Connick Jr.’s big band\, touring globally and appearing in Connick’s Broadway production Thou Shalt Not and daytime TV show HARRY. \n\n\n\nWith eight albums as a leader—including On the Move\, which charted on JazzWeek—Weldon continues to perform worldwide\, captivating audiences with his warm\, thunderous tone and magnetic stage presence. Whether roaring through uptempo burners or caressing ballads with velvet finesse\, Jerry Weldon is a tenor force who brings the music to life—and the audience along for the ride. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-greg-burrus-community-jam-feat-jerry-weldon-new-brunswick-jazz-project-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Gregory-Burrus-Community-Jam-Poster-Jerry-Weldon-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T203000 DTSTAMP:20251228T052811Z CREATED:20251129T053729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T052811Z UID:10002591-1775502000-1775507400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-at-clements-place-7/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260226T033218Z CREATED:20260226T033218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T033218Z UID:10002635-1772825400-1772834400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Dave Schumacher and Cubeye CD Pre-release Agua Con Gas DESCRIPTION:Two cutting‑edge ensembles celebrate a bold new recording at the crossroads of jazz and global groove.\n\n\n\nGet ready for an awesome night with Imateya and Cubeye as they drop their new CD Agua Con Gas live! Come hang out in person and enjoy fresh vibes\, great tunes\, and a fun crowd. Don’t miss this epic release event brought to you by Rutgers IJS! \n\n\nRutgers IJS Presents Dave Schumacher and Cubeye CD Pre-release – Agua Con Gas\n \nA night of deep groove\, global rhythm\, and fearless improvisation arrives at Rutgers University–Newark as the Institute of Jazz Studies proudly presents Cubeye in celebration of their electrifying new release\, Agua Con Gas. \nVeteran baritone saxophonist Dave Schumacher brings his all star ensemble\, Cubeye\, to Clement’s for his new CD release -“Smokin’ in the Sky” \n \nABOUT DAVE SCHUMACHER \nAs a freelance Baritone Saxophonist\, Chicago native Dave Schumacher has been active on the New York scene for more than 40 years. He has performed for audiences in more than 465 cities in 41 countries on 5 continents. As a member of Lionel Hampton’s Orchestra from 1983 to 1987 he toured the Americas and Europe. He again toured with Hamp in 1988 and 1989. A highlight in Dave’s career was traveling with the Art Blakey Big Band to Japan in 1987 to perform at the Mt. Fuji Jazz Festival. \nDave was an original member of Harry Connick\, Jr.’s Orchestra from its beginnings in 1990 until 2009. He has thrilled audiences touring with Harry in North America\, Europe\, Asia (Japan\, China\, Malaysia\, Singapore\, the Philippines and South Korea) and Australia. His baritone sax can be heard on each of these Harry Connick\, Jr.\, Columbia recordings: Oh My NOLA\, Chanson du Vieux Carré\, Only You\, When My Heart Finds Christmas\, Come By Me\, Blue Light Red Light\, Songs I Heard\, Thou Shalt Not\, What A Night and others. \nAs a freelance artist Dave was a touring member of the T.S. Monk on Monk Ensemble from 1999 to 2000 touring the U.S. and Europe\, as well as touring Europe with the Tom Harrell Octet in 2000. Dave has also done freelance work with Dizzy Gillespie\, Howard Johnson’s Beartones\, Nicholas Payton’s Louis Armstrong Tribute Big Band\, Joe Lovano’s 52nd Street Themes Nonet\, the groups of Jack McDuff\, Eddie Gladden\, Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Chico O’Farrill’s Afro-Cuban Big Band\, Tom Harrell Big Band\, Lin Halliday and many others. \nAs a leader and composer/arranger\, Dave has recorded 3 CD’s – Every Corner and from Another Life on the Amosaya Music label and Endangered Species on Summit Records. Dave has recorded as a sideman with Lionel Hampton\, Harry Connick\, Jr.\, Tom Harrell\, Scott Whitfield\, Jason Lindner\, Mel Torme\, Ben Wolfe and vocalist Billy Carrion among others. \nSchumacher has received two performance grants from The National Endowment for the Arts. \nAs an educator Dave is currently the Director of Jazz Workshops for the New Jersey Youth Symphony. Dave was the inaugural Director of the New Jersey Youth Symphony Jazz program in 2013. He also maintains an active studio of private students of saxophone\, clarinet\, flute and improvisation at the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts in New Jersey. Dave has been teaching private students for close to forty years. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-dave-schumacher-and-cubeye-cd-pre-release-agua-con-gas/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/bbe4c6365962c4d9e800f060d4ddede2-el36hf.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T203000 DTSTAMP:20251228T052544Z CREATED:20251129T053730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T052544Z UID:10002589-1772478000-1772483400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-at-clements-place-8/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T203000 DTSTAMP:20251228T052309Z CREATED:20251129T053730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T052309Z UID:10002590-1770058800-1770064200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Lance Bryant & Shout! Big Band at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:SHOUT! – Clem’s resident big band led by master saxist and composer Lance Bryant return for their monthly roof raising performance \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Required \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSHOUT! 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 Lance Bryant. This full sixteen piece big band performs compositions and arrangements by Lance and occasionally arrangements of his colleagues. Lance has been arranging for other artists and bands for over twenty five years\, starting with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra. “Lionel Hampton always encouraged me to keep writing\,” Lance says of the iconic Jazz legend. “I found that when commissioned to write for artists or band leaders there was often some level of restrictions or parameters to adhere to.” That was until Lance was commissioned to write a program of arrangements to be performed live by vocalist Carla Cook and the NDR Big Band in Hamburg\, Germany in 2002. Given ample freedom to create by Carla\, Lance wrote nine arrangements for the program. “I was so pleased with the results\, I never forgot that feeling.” In the Spring of 2022 Lance finally decided to start his own band. “For me there’s nothing like that range of power and expression we can achieve with sixteen great musicians. Not to mention the sense of community and family that we enjoy working as a big band.” \n\n\n\nRegular Members: \n\n\n\nLance Bryant – conductor\, arranger\, composer and saxophone \n\n\n\nSaxophones: Matt Hong\, Zoe Obadia\, Craig Rivers\, Mike Lee\, David Schumacher \n\n\n\nTrombones: Juanga Lakunza\, Peter Lin\, Clarence Banks\, James Borowski \n\n\n\nTrumpets: Nathan Eklund\, Eddie Allen\, Ted Chub\, Bill Mobley \n\n\n\nRhythm: Oscar Perez\, Caylen Bryant\, Jerome Jennings \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT LANCE BRYANT \n\n\n\nMulti-hyphenate composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, tenor and soprano saxophonist Lance Bryant performs in the New York/New Jersey area. When Lance is not performing his own music he is touring with revered South African pianist\, Abdullah Ibrahim\, performing and recording as saxophonist with fellow New York area players\, teaching and writing commissioned arrangements for other artists and bands. Lance comes out of Markham\, Illinois\, a small town near Chicago. He received his formal music education at Berklee College of Music in Boston\, MA\, where he studied saxophone\, composition and arranging. After moving to New York City in the mid. 1980s\, Lance continued his education\, studying saxophone and arranging privately with Frank Foster\, the former director of the Count Basie Orchestra. He also studied composition with Bruce Adolphe of Lincoln Center’s Chamber Music Society. In 1990 Lance began his decade-long relationship with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and in 1993 became the Orchestra’s Musical Director and Principal Arranger. Lance also made his film debut in Spike Lee’s Malcolm X and traveled extensively with Phyllis Hyman\, Jon Hendricks\, Pete “LaRocca” Sims\, Wallace Roney\, Abdulah Ibrahim\, Bootsy Collins\, James Williams and others. In the early summer of 2000\, Lance was selected as an on-stage musician for the Broadway production of the musical review Swing!\, which received six Toni nominations. Throughout his music career\, Lance’s talents as an arranger\, composer\, saxophonist and vocalist have been featured on many projects like: For the Love of Jazz on Mojazz Records (Lionel Hampton)\, Dem Bones and Simply Natural on MaxJazz Records for Grammy nominated vocalist Carla Cook\, Swingin’ Away for the George Gee Swing Orchestra\, and more recently on drummer Yoron Israel’s latest release\, Visions\, the Music of Stevie Wonder. \n\n\n\nLance’s earliest musical experience was established while growing up in the Baptist Church. His connection with spirituality and music has endured. In 2000 to 2006 Lance served as Director of Instrumental Music at Fountain Baptist Church in Summit\, NJ. Between 2006 and 2013\, while living in Massachusetts\, Lance served as Minister of Music for Andover Baptist Church in Andover MA\, leading worship services with gospel and sometimes jazz music. In 2002 he released Psalm\, the first of four Cds featuring original songs\, and jazz arrangements of hymns and Spirituals. \n\n\n\nAs an educator Lance’s recent teaching work has included woodwind instructor for Covenant Christian Academy in Peabody\, MA\, director of the Phillips Academy Gospel Choir in Andover MA\, and Berklee’s Saxophone Weekend for the Berklee College of Music summer program where Lance taught master classes\, group lessons\, jazz theory\, improvisation and ensemble. Lance also served on the faculty or Jazz At Lincoln Center’s educational department working with it’s outreach program for youth throughout New York City. \n\n\n\nIn 2014-15 Lance performed with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra on the Broadway musical hit After Midnight. Starting in Spring of 2016 he performed in the orchestra of the Broadway production of George C. Wolfe’s “Shuffle Along …” featuring Tony Award winner Audra MacDonald and the choreography of Savion Glover. When he’s not touring with Abdullah Ibrahim and Ekaya\, Lance continues to teach and perform in the New York and northern New Jersey areas as a solo artist and in bands that include Andy Farber and his Orchestra\, and the New Lionel Hampton Big Band featuring Jason Marsalis. \n\n\n\nRealizing the importance of spirituality and the blues as healing and empowering forces\, Lance always makes sure to incorporate these elements from his cultural background into his music. He believes that the larger community of the world is in need of that same healing and empowering influence. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/lance-bryant-shout-big-band-at-clements-place-9/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Lance-Bryant-Shout-Big-Band-2022-11-28-211425.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T220000 DTSTAMP:20260129T201059Z CREATED:20260102T110516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T201059Z UID:10002620-1769715000-1769724000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Kate Curran at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS Presents: Kate Curran at Clements Place Jazz Presented by the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University \n\n\n\nJoin us for an intimate evening of jazz vocals and storytelling as acclaimed singer Kate Curran takes the stage at Clements Place Jazz in Newark\, NJ. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nKate Curran\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnown for her warm tone\, expressive phrasing\, and deep connection to the Great American Songbook\, Curran brings a timeless elegance to every performance. With a voice that evokes both classic jazz divas and contemporary soul\, Kate Curran has performed at top venues across the tri-state area and beyond. Her repertoire spans beloved standards\, modern jazz compositions\, and original works that showcase her artistry and emotional depth. \n\n\n\nKate Curran — Vocalist\, Storyteller\, Bandleader \n\n\n\nKate Curran is a powerfully emotive and musically voracious vocalist whose sound bridges the golden age of the Great American Songbook with the fresh\, modern energy of today’s New York jazz scene. A native Brooklyn artist and graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts\, Curran has built a reputation for her lush tone\, expressive phrasing\, and the kind of storytelling that brings classic repertoire into sharp\, contemporary focus. \n\n\n\nEqually at home fronting a swinging small group or commanding the stage with a full big band\, Curran has performed nationally with Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses\, the Glenn Miller Orchestra\, and her own ensembles throughout the tri‑state area. Her performances at venues such as Swing 46\, Shanghai Jazz\, and Clements Place Jazz highlight her ability to illuminate unexpected corners of the Songbook while delivering vocals that are warm\, present\, and deeply connected. \n\n\n\nOn stage 1/29/2026 with the dynamic Kate Curran\, multi‑instrumentalist and exceptionally talented pianist Brandon McCune on piano\, Grammy-nominated drummer @Evan Hyde and internationally acclaimed Italian jazz bassist @Gianluca Renzi. This is going to be a hot one!!!!! Come join us. RSVP \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpect a night of lyrical beauty\, swinging rhythms\, and heartfelt interpretations—perfect for jazz lovers and newcomers alike. \n\n\n\nBrandon McCune — Pianist\, Multi‑Instrumentalist\, Musical Director\n\n\n\nBrandon McCune is a celebrated pianist\, multi‑instrumentalist\, producer\, and musical director whose versatility and soulful touch have made him a fixture on the national and international music scene. A native of Chicago and now based in the New York/New Jersey region\, McCune is known for his commanding musicianship across jazz\, gospel\, R&B\, and contemporary music. His performances reflect deep technical mastery\, rich harmonic imagination\, and a sensitivity that elevates every ensemble he joins. \n\n\n\nA graduate of Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts\, McCune was awarded the prestigious Presser Music Foundation Award\, recognizing exceptional talent and achievement in music performance. He also received the Rutgers University Jazz Fellowship\, affirming his early promise as both a performer and composer. \n\n\n\nMcCune’s career includes extensive touring and recording with some of the most influential voices in modern music. His collaborators span genres and generations\, including Abbey Lincoln\, Terence Blanchard\, Nnenna Freelon\, Vanessa Rubin\, Take 6\, Donnie McClurkin\, CeCe Winans\, and Shirley Caesar. Whether on piano\, organ\, drums\, or bass\, McCune brings a rare multi‑instrumental fluency that deepens his musical direction and arranging work. \n\n\n\nAs a bandleader and sideman\, he has appeared on major stages across the U.S.\, Europe\, Africa\, and Asia\, performing in top jazz festivals\, concert halls\, and sacred music venues. McCune is also a respected educator and clinician\, mentoring emerging musicians while continuing to shape the sound of contemporary jazz and gospel through his performances\, productions\, and musical direction. \n\n\n\nBrandon McCune’s artistry is defined by depth\, versatility\, and a profound sense of musical purpose — qualities that continue to make him one of the most compelling pianists and musical directors of his generation. \n\n\n\nEvan Hyde — Drummer\, Percussionist\, Composer \n\n\n\nEvan Hyde is a Grammy‑nominated drummer\, percussionist\, and composer whose dynamic touch and musical sensitivity have made him one of the standout young voices in contemporary jazz. Originally from Grand Rapids\, Michigan and now based in New York City\, Hyde brings a refined blend of swing\, modern vocabulary\, and deep groove to every ensemble he joins. His playing is marked by clarity\, warmth\, and a melodic approach to rhythm that elevates both small‑group and large‑ensemble settings. \n\n\n\nHyde has performed with an impressive roster of jazz greats\, including Russell Malone\, Freddy Cole\, Houston Person\, Stanley Jordan\, Brian Lynch\, and George Coleman. His artistry earned him a coveted spot in Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead Residency (2015)\, a program known for identifying and developing the next generation of leading jazz composers and performers. In 2018\, he received Honorable Mention for the ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards\, recognizing his emerging voice as a writer and creator. \n\n\n\nIn addition to his work as a performer\, Hyde is an active educator\, having taught at Grand Rapids Community College\, Kellogg Community College\, the University of Miami\, and the Keith Hall Summer Drum Intensive. His versatility extends to the Broadway world as well\, where he has subbed in the percussion chair for Hamilton. \n\n\n\nHyde’s discography includes his 2020 EP “Coda (Momento)”\, showcasing his compositional range and personal artistic vision. Whether on stage\, in the studio\, or in the classroom\, Evan Hyde continues to shape the sound of modern jazz with creativity\, precision\, and a deep respect for the tradition. \n\n\n\nAwards & Recognitions \n\n\n\n\nGrammy Nomination (project featuring Lucy Kalantari & The Jazz Cats)\n\n\n\nBetty Carter’s Jazz Ahead Residency Artist (2015)\n\n\n\nASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards — Honorable Mention (2018)\n\n\n\nBroadway percussion sub for Hamilton (professional distinction)\n\n\n\n\nGianluca Renzi — Bassist\, Composer\, Arranger \n\n\n\nGianluca Renzi is an internationally acclaimed bassist\, composer\, arranger\, and educator whose powerful sound and refined musicality have made him a respected figure on the global jazz scene. Born in Frosinone\, Italy and now based in New York City\, Renzi has spent more than three decades performing at major jazz festivals\, concert halls\, and premier clubs across Europe\, Asia\, and the United States. He has recorded on 40+ albums\, collaborating with leading Italian\, European\, and American artists. \n\n\n\nRenzi holds advanced degrees in classical performance\, jazz performance\, jazz composition\, and jazz arranging from the Italian Conservatory of Music. His artistic development includes studies with legendary bassists Marc Johnson\, Miroslav Vitous\, Palle Danielsson\, and John Patitucci\, influences that shaped his lyrical tone\, rhythmic clarity\, and expressive solo voice. \n\n\n\nBefore relocating to New York in 2008\, Renzi was one of Italy’s most in‑demand bassists\, performing with ensembles such as the Antonio Faraò Trio\, Rosario Giuliani Quartet and Quintet\, and Maurizio Giammarco Megatones. His work as an arranger and composer is equally celebrated\, with critics noting his sophisticated writing and evocative harmonic language. \n\n\n\nRenzi’s artistry has earned consistent praise from major jazz publications. Jazz Magazine (France) describes him as an “uncompromising interlocutor\,” while Jazz Times highlights the Patitucci‑like energy and precision in his soloing. JazzMan (France) commends his arranging talent and the emotional depth of his compositions. \n\n\n\nRenzi continues to shape contemporary jazz through his performances\, compositions\, and mentorship\, bringing a distinctive blend of European lyricism and New York modernism to every project. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPresented by the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University\, this performance is part of their ongoing commitment to celebrating jazz heritage and supporting emerging voices in the genre. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-kate-curran-at-clements-place-2/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_20251230_110120.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T223000 DTSTAMP:20251208T201109Z CREATED:20251208T201016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T201109Z UID:10002596-1765481400-1765492200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Greg Burrus Community Jam feat Clarence Conover / Lodge 913 at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of spontaneous creativity\, soulful grooves\, and community-powered live music as the Greg Burrus Community Jam\, features Clarence “Groovemaster” Conover\, and his dynamic MPack Band. Bring your dancing shoes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nClarence Conover – MPack Band Leader\, Multi-Instrumentalist\, Groove Architect\n\n\n\nClarence “Groovemaster” Conover is a powerhouse musician and the creative force behind the MPack Band\, a genre-blending group that fuses jazz\, funk\, R&B\, and soul into a dynamic live experience. A gifted multi-instrumentalist\, Clarence plays guitar\, bass\, keys\, drums\, and vocals — often switching between them with ease during performances. \n\n\n\nWith decades of experience and a deep love for live music\, Clarence has built MPack into one of North Jersey’s most exciting acts. His leadership and musical vision have earned the band a loyal following and regular bookings at festivals\, cultural events\, and community celebrations. \n\n\n\nPerformance Highlights: \n\n\n\n\nElmwood Culture Club’s Jazzy Afternoon in East Orange\, NJ — sharing the stage with Grammy-winning pianist Nat Adderley Jr.\n\n\n\nMonte Irvin Orange Park Food Truck and Jazz Festival — a major outdoor event in the City of Orange\, NJ\n\n\n\nMaplewood Porchfest — bringing MPack’s signature sound to neighborhood stages\n\n\n\nDowntown Cranford Summer Sounds Series\n\n\n\nOrange Farmers Market Live Music Series\n\n\n\nAppearances across Newark\, Cranford\, Maplewood\, Linden\, West Orange\, Bloomfield\, and South Orange\n\n\n\n\nClarence’s performances are known for their infectious energy\, tight grooves\, and community spirit. Whether playing for a packed festival crowd or an intimate neighborhood gathering\, he brings people together through music that moves both body and soul. \n\n\n\nAbout MPack: MPack is more than a band — it’s a movement of musical collaboration and cultural celebration. Under Clarence’s direction\, the group features rotating guest artists and blends spoken word\, jazz improvisation\, and danceable rhythms into every show. \n\n\n\nCatch Clarence Conover and MPack Band live at venues and festivals across Essex and Union Counties — where the groove never quits and the music always uplifts. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-greg-burrus-community-jam-feat-clarence-conover-lodge-913-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/0001-4260891258532791301.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T223000 DTSTAMP:20251111T020215Z CREATED:20251023T212916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T020215Z UID:10002565-1763062200-1763073000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Greg Burrus Community Jam feat Noel Sagerman / Brightside Tavern at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of spontaneous creativity\, soulful grooves\, and community-powered jazz as the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University proudly presents the Greg Burrus Community Jam\, featuring the legendary Noel Sagerman Honoring Mondays Jazz Jams at Brightside Tavern. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNoel Sagerman – Drummer\, Educator\, Jam Session Catalyst \n\n\n\nFor over a decade\, Noel Sagerman has been the rhythmic heartbeat of Jersey City’s jazz scene\, anchoring the legendary Monday jam sessions at Brightside Tavern. A masterful drummer with deep roots in swing\, bebop\, and modern jazz\, Noel has cultivated a welcoming space where seasoned pros and emerging voices converge in spontaneous musical dialogue. \n\n\n\nHis leadership at Brightside isn’t just about keeping time—it’s about building community. With an intuitive ear and generous Noel Sagerman is a cornerstone of Jersey City’s jazz community\, with a decades-long career as a drummer\, jam session leader\, and musical mentor—most notably at Brightside Tavern\, where he’s led weekly jazz jams for over 10 years. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🥁 A Lifelong Beat: Noel Sagerman’s Jazz Journey\n\n\n\nNoel Sagerman’s career is a testament to the power of rhythm\, community\, and consistency. A seasoned drummer with deep roots in the New York–New Jersey jazz circuit\, Noel has spent decades honing his craft across genres—from straight-ahead swing and bebop to Latin jazz and fusion. His playing is marked by subtlety\, drive\, and a deep musical empathy that makes him a sought-after collaborator and a beloved bandleader. \n\n\n\nFor over a decade\, Noel has anchored the Monday Night Jazz Jam at Brightside Tavern in Jersey City\, transforming the venue into a vibrant hub for improvisation and musical exchange. Under his leadership\, the jam has become a local institution—drawing vocalists\, horn players\, pianists\, and rhythm section regulars from across the region. His trio often opens the night with a set that blends standards and originals\, setting the tone for an evening of spontaneous creativity jerseyindie.com jazzgeneration.org. \n\n\n\nNoel’s role at Brightside goes far beyond the drum kit. He’s a mentor to emerging artists\, a connector of generations\, and a steward of the jazz tradition. His sessions are known for their welcoming vibe\, musical rigor\, and the kind of magic that only happens when players truly listen to one another. Whether backing a seasoned pro or supporting a newcomer’s first solo\, Noel brings patience\, groove\, and generosity to every moment. \n\n\n\nOutside of Brightside\, Noel has performed with a wide range of ensembles and artists\, appearing at venues throughout New Jersey and New York. His versatility allows him to move fluidly between styles\, and his reputation as a reliable\, intuitive drummer has earned him spots in both club dates and festival lineups. He’s also been featured in community-driven events like the Greg Burrus Community Jam at Clement’s Place\, where his leadership continues to inspire collaborative spirit. \n\n\n\nIn recent years\, Noel has expanded his reach through partnerships with organizations like Jazz Generation\, which support live music and educational outreach. His commitment to keeping jazz alive—especially through jam culture—has made him a vital figure in the regional scene jazzgeneration.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’d like\, I can tailor this into a press-ready bio\, flyer intro\, or social media spotlight. Just let me know the format or audience.spirit\, Noel has mentored countless musicians\, fostering intergenerational exchange and elevating the local scene with every downbeat. Whether trading fours with a visiting saxophonist or laying down grooves for a vocalist’s debut\, his playing is marked by sensitivity\, drive\, and a deep respect for the jazz tradition. \n\n\n\nBeyond the tavern\, Noel’s contributions span performances\, workshops\, and collaborations across the tri-state area. He remains a tireless advocate for live music\, improvisation\, and the power of the jam to unite and inspire. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-greg-burrus-community-jam-feat-noel-sagerman-brightside-tavern-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/noel-sagerman-in-greg-burrus-community-jam-2025-11-10-174909.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T220000 DTSTAMP:20251021T015747Z CREATED:20251003T173806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T015747Z UID:10002540-1761161400-1761170400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Charu Suri at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS Presents: Charu Suri at Clements Place Jazz 🎶 Presented by the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University \n\n\n\nExperience an evening of transcendent jazz as award-winning pianist and composer Charu Suri brings her genre-defying sound to the intimate stage of Clements Place Jazz in Newark\, NJ. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nCharu Suri is a trailblazer in the jazz world\, known for blending traditional jazz with Indian ragas\, classical motifs\, and global rhythms. As the first Indian-born jazz composer to premiere work at Carnegie Hall\, her music is both deeply personal and universally resonant. Her ensemble delivers a rich tapestry of sound—meditative\, soulful\, and rhythmically compelling. \n\n\n\nExpect original compositions from her acclaimed albums like Raga Jazz\, Book of Ragas\, and The New American Songbook\, alongside improvisational explorations that push the boundaries of jazz tradition. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a jazz enthusiast or curious explorer of global sounds\, this performance promises a night of musical storytelling\, cultural fusion\, and artistic brilliance. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-charu-suri-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/6575.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T220000 DTSTAMP:20251015T173246Z CREATED:20251003T172131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T173246Z UID:10002539-1760729400-1760738400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Ivan Renta Quartet at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS Presents: Ivan Renta Quartet at Clements Place Jazz \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of Latin jazz as the Ivan Renta Quartet takes the stage at Clements Place\, presented by the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nJoining Ivan on Stage \n\n\n\nEdsel Gomez- Piano Carlos Mena- Bass Diego Lopez- DrumsIvan Renta- Saxophone \n\n\n\nRenowned saxophonist Ivan Renta—celebrated for his fiery tone and masterful improvisation—leads a powerhouse ensemble through a night of vibrant rhythms\, soulful melodies\, and genre-blending brilliance. With deep roots in Afro-Caribbean traditions and modern jazz\, Renta has performed with legends like Eddie Palmieri\, Tito Puente\, and Wynton Marsalis. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a jazz aficionado or new to the scene\, this performance promises energy\, elegance\, and musical excellence in an intimate setting. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-ivan-renta-quartet-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ivan-renta-clements-pLACE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T220000 DTSTAMP:20251013T202606Z CREATED:20251013T200900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T202606Z UID:10002551-1760556600-1760565600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus Presents Marshall Mcdonald Quartet featuring Alvestor Garnett\, Peter Zak & Harvie S at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus Presents an All Star Cast: Marshall McDonald Quartet at Clements Place Jazz Join us for an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz as the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies and Greg Burrus Productions proudly present the Marshall McDonald Quartet\, featuring an all-star lineup: Alvester Garnett\, Peter Zak\, and Harvie S. \n\n\n\nThis performance at the intimate and historic Clements Place Jazz promises a night of rich musical dialogue\, soulful improvisation\, and masterful artistry. Whether you’re a seasoned jazz aficionado or a curious newcomer\, this is a rare opportunity to experience four virtuosos sharing the stage in a dynamic and deeply expressive set. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarshall McDonald – Saxophone A commanding voice on both alto and baritone saxophone\, Marshall McDonald is a longtime member of the Count Basie Orchestra and has performed with jazz legends including Lionel Hampton\, Wynton Marsalis\, and Nancy Wilson. His tone is robust\, his phrasing lyrical\, and his presence magnetic—bringing both tradition and innovation to every performance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlvester Garnett – Drums Alvester Garnett is a powerhouse drummer whose versatility and precision have made him a first-call musician across genres. He’s toured and recorded with jazz greats such as Cyrus Chestnut\, Wynton Marsalis\, and Regina Carter. His rhythmic sensibility and dynamic range bring fire and finesse to every ensemble. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeter Zak – Piano Peter Zak is a celebrated pianist and composer known for his elegant touch and harmonic sophistication. With a career spanning decades\, he’s worked with artists like Jimmy Cobb\, Eric Alexander\, and George Coleman. His playing is both cerebral and soulful\, offering a perfect balance of swing and sensitivity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarvie S – Bass A legendary bassist with a deep groove and expansive musical vocabulary\, Harvie S has collaborated with icons like Stan Getz\, Sheila Jordan\, and Chick Corea. His work spans straight-ahead jazz\, Latin\, and fusion\, and his improvisational voice is as bold as it is nuanced. \n\n\n\nCome early\, grab a seat\, and immerse yourself in the timeless spirit of live jazz. This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of musical excellence and community. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-greg-burrus-presents-marshall-mcdonald-quartet-featuring-alvestor-garnett-peter-zak-harvie-s-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Marshall-MasDonald-Quartet-at-Clements-Place-via-Greg-Burrus-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T220000 DTSTAMP:20251006T140850Z CREATED:20251006T140847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T140850Z UID:10002543-1760211000-1760220000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Pheroan Aklaff at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS Presents: Pheroan AkLaff Live at Clements Place Jazz 🎶 Join us for an extraordinary evening of rhythm\, resonance\, and cultural depth as the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies proudly presents Pheroan AkLaff—a visionary drummer\, composer\, and educator whose work bridges continents and generations. \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nWith a career spanning over four decades\, AkLaff is celebrated for his innovative approach to percussion and his ability to fuse African diasporic traditions with avant-garde jazz and contemporary improvisation. His performances are not just concerts—they are immersive experiences that explore the spiritual and political dimensions of sound. \n\n\n\nAkLaff has collaborated with groundbreaking artists such as Oliver Lake\, Anthony Braxton\, Cecil Taylor\, and Yosuke Yamashita\, and has performed on stages around the world. He is also a passionate educator and co-founder of the Seed Artists organization\, which promotes creative music and cultural exchange. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a jazz devotee\, a student of global music\, or simply curious about the transformative power of live performance\, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Come be part of a musical journey that challenges\, inspires\, and uplifts. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-pheroan-aklaff-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pheroan-Aklaff-2025-10-01-123351.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T220000 DTSTAMP:20251006T141531Z CREATED:20251006T141130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T141531Z UID:10002536-1760124600-1760133600@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Mike Lee Quartet at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Rutgers IJS Presents: Mike Lee Quartet at Clements Place Jazz 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz as the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies proudly presents the Mike Lee Quartet at the intimate and iconic Clements Place Jazz. \n\n\n\nLed by acclaimed saxophonist Mike Lee\, whose dynamic tone and expressive improvisation have made him a standout in the jazz world\, this quartet delivers a powerful blend of tradition and innovation. With deep roots in the New York and New Jersey jazz scenes\, Mike Lee has performed with legends and mentored the next generation of jazz artists—now he brings his signature sound and band to Newark for one night only. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-mike-lee-quartet-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/mike_lee_sax3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T220000 DTSTAMP:20251003T172426Z CREATED:20251003T172424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T172426Z UID:10002535-1760038200-1760047200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Steve & Iqua Colson at Clements Place DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Steve & Iqua Colson: A Sonic Celebration of Jazz & Soul 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable night of music\, inspiration\, and artistry as award-winning composers\, musicians\, and educators Steve and Iqua Colson take the stage. With decades of groundbreaking contributions to jazz and creative music\, the Colsons bring a powerful blend of innovation\, soul\, and storytelling that transcends genres and generations. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nExpect a rich tapestry of sound—from soulful vocals to masterful piano improvisations—woven with the spirit of freedom\, culture\, and community. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or simply looking for a night that moves you\, this performance promises to elevate your senses and stir your soul. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to experience two legends live. Come groove\, reflect\, and celebrate the power of music with us! URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-steve-iqua-colson-at-clements-place/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Clements Place Jazz,Jazz ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Adegoke-Steve-Colson-and-Iqua-Colson-2025-10-01-124734.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T170000 DTSTAMP:20240826T203613Z CREATED:20220818T031449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T203613Z UID:10000737-1725195600-1725210000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Maplewood Porchfest 2024 Hilton Neighborhood Maplewood NJ DESCRIPTION:Maplewood Porchfest 2024 is scheduled for Sunday September 1 from 1-5 PM. We hope to see you there. Just as in previous years\, our free event will feature numerous porches around the Hilton neighborhood of Maplewood with a wide array of music and entertainment throughout the afternoon. \n\n\n\nBands and more details click Maplewood Porchfest 2024 \n\n\n\nMeant To Be Jazz Band\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Honk Parade!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLaredo \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Shakers and Makers – they Make it Happen!!!!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck out past Porchfest review \n\n\n\nhttps://www.jerseyindie.com/blog/maplewood-porchfest-2021-a-huge-roaring-live-music-success-in-hilton-maplewood-nj \n\n\n\nWith the “Mayor” URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/maplewood-porchfest-2024-hilton-neighborhood-maplewood-nj/ LOCATION:Springfield Avenue Gazebo\, 1662 Springfield Ave\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07040\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Maplewood-Porchfest-Meant-To-Be-Jazz-Band.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T220000 DTSTAMP:20240813T233036Z CREATED:20240813T084851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T233036Z UID:10000739-1723750200-1723759200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:IJS Presents I Swing Because Im Happy feat David Williams James Austin Jr DESCRIPTION:IJS Presents I Swing Because Im Happy feat David Williams James Austin Jr \n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to swing all night as with these stellar musicians David Williams\, James Austin Jr Justin Robinson\, Alex Norris & Evan Sherman \n\n\n\nClick event link below for details and to register \n\n\n\nDavid Williams‘ route to the top of the jazz world has been somewhat unconventional: it has taken him from Trinidad to London to New York to Washington\, DC to Los Angeles and back to New York. But there is nothing conventional about brilliance\, and as a bassist\, that is what David Williams exemplifies. His sound is deep and resonant\, his section playing seems effortless\, his solos are rhythmic and compelling\, and his intonation is flawless. \n\n\n\nContinue on to learn more about this brilliant performer  \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nhttp://davidhappywilliams.com/biography.html URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ijs-presents-i-swing-because-im-happy-feat-david-williams-james-austin-jr/ LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music,Pianist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_823499259_200862113971_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T220000 DTSTAMP:20230327T222655Z CREATED:20220825T041626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T222655Z UID:10000189-1671649200-1671660000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Matt Chertkoff Trio feat. Legendary Saxophonist Houston Person DESCRIPTION:Jazz973 Presents Matt Cherkoff w Houston Persons \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuitarist Matt Chertkoff has made a name for himself performing at jazz festivals and clubs around the globe. He has shared the stage with legends like Jimmy Cobb\, Freddy Cole\, Grady Tate\, Dee Dee Bridgewater and Craig Handy among many others. Tonight come enjoy this performance with the the Legendary Saxophonist Houston Person. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoining Matt on the bandstand tonight are” \n\n\n\nSaxophonist Houston Person \n\n\n\nDrummer Pete Van Nostrand \n\n\n\nBassist Mike Karn. \n\n\n\n\n\n“With his robust sound and swinging style\, tenor saxophonist Houston Person has kept the hard bop and organ-soaked soul-jazz traditions alive. Emerging from organist Johnny “Hammond” Smith’s group\, Person established his reputation as one of the Big Boss tenors in the Gene Ammons style with albums like 1968’s Blue Odyssey\, 1969’s Goodness!\, and 1970’s Person to Person.” \n\n\n\nMichael Karn started in music as a tenor saxophonist\, and after graduating high school he attended New York University\, where his teachers were Joe Lovano and Jim McNeely. After college Michael immediately joined the Ray Charles Orchestra\, and spent 1988 and ’89 touring the United States\, Europe\, and Japan. Michael appeared with Ray at the Northsea and Playboy Jazz Festivals\, and at such venues as the Blue Note\, The Hollywood Bowl\, Lincoln Center\, and the Wolftrap Center for the Performing Arts.and Playboy Jazz Festivals\, and at such venues as the Blue Note\, The Hollywood Bowl\, Lincoln Center\, and the Wolftrap Center for the Performing Arts. \n\n\n\nPete Van Nostrand was born and raised in Binghamton\, NY. A graduate ofRutgers University\, and The Juilliard School\, he has been around NewYork since 2000 and has been called on to perform with Steve Davis\,Jeremy Pelt\, Eric Reed\, Aaron Parks\, Gerald Clayton\, Chihiro Yamanaka\,Dan Nimmer\, Jeb Patton\, Jim Rotundi\, Mike LeDonne\, Paula West\, SachalVasandani\, among many others. More recently has has been working withKenny Barron\, Brian Lynch\, Jimmy Heath\, Kurt Elling\, The ClaytonBrothers\, and Natalie Cole. Currently he can be heard touring with theAaron Dhiel Quartet\, Cécile McLorin Salvant\, and the Gerald Claytontrio. A supportive sideman and young veteran of the New York City Jazzscene\, he continues to keep busy in New York and on the road \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We announce\, host and document upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHouse doors open at 6:50 pm \n\n\n\nProof of vaccination is required. \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED CLICK BELOW \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/matt-chertkoff-trio-feat-legendary-saxophonist-houston-person/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/3-1-Matt-Chertkoff-Houston-Person-Mike-Karjn-by-Gregory-Burrus-Productions-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T170000 DTSTAMP:20221212T010909Z CREATED:20220825T041626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T010909Z UID:10000190-1671177600-1671210000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:IJS Clements Place Jazz Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Jazz greats Stefon Harris\, Steve Wilson\, Vicente Archer\, Bruce Barth\, and Chris Beck in a special concert to support Clement’s Place. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVibraphonist Stefon Harris\, alto saxophonist Steve Wilson\, pianist Bruce Barth\, bassist Vicente Archer\, and drummer Chris Beck bring their talents to Clement’s Place for a one-time only evening of great music. For this special performance we are asking for a donation of $500 \, which is 100% tax dedcutible. We will have light refreshments and drinks. \n\n\n\nDONATION INSTRUCTIONS \n\n\n\nTo donate online follow these instructions: \n\n\n\n1. Go to this link – https://give.rutgers.edu/s/896/giving19/home.aspx \n\n\n\n2. Scroll down to the section labeled “SEARCH ALL FUNDS” \n\n\n\n3. Search for and then select “Rutgers University-Newark Chancellor’s Discretionary Fund” \n\n\n\n3. Click “proceed to gift details” and follow the instructions from there \n\n\n\n4. When your transaction is complete\, print or save an image of your receipt to bring with you for admission. \n\n\n\nPlease also register here on Eventbrite so we have an accurate count of people who are planning to join us. \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nYou may also just register here and bring a check with you. Make the check out to “Rutgers University Newark” and put Clement’s Place in the memo. \n\n\n\nThank you for your continued support! \n\n\n\n****************************************** \n\n\n\nIf you would like to just donate any amount\, please do so using the method above. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMASKS Optional \n\n\n\n************************************************** \n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\nALL ATTENDEES MUST EITHER BE VACCINATED (BRING PROOF) OR SHOW A NEGATIVE PCR TEST FROM THE LAST 72 HOURS \n\n\n\n(NO RAPID\, AT HOME\, OR ON-SITE TESTING ALLOWED) \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz973-clements-place-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T220000 DTSTAMP:20221205T191932Z CREATED:20220825T041626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T191932Z UID:10000188-1670439600-1670450400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazz Meets Opera featuring Ema Mitrovic\, David Budway and Tim Horner DESCRIPTION:Join us for the inaugural Clements’ Place ” unique Jazz Meets Opera” Series featuring mezzo soprano Ema Mitrovic\, a New York City based opera singer\, jazz vocalist\, and lyricist. Joining Ema will be Max Jazz Recording Artist\, David Budway who is one of the most versatile pianists on the New York and Owner Maureen’s Jazz Cellar\, New Jersey music scene and Tim Horner \, a dynamic big band musician\, educator one of the worlds most in demand drummers in the Jazz world. \n\n\n\n\n\nVery much looking forward to playing with the incomparable Pianist David Budway and my love\, Drummer Tim Horner !!! – Ema Mitrovic \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis show will be absolutely wonderful\, guaranteed 🤩 \n\n\n\nProduced by Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies and Gregory Burrus. \n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz-meets-opera-featuring-ema-mitrovic-and-tim-horner/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FB_IMG_1669691375264.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T220000 DTSTAMP:20221014T193857Z CREATED:20220825T041627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T193857Z UID:10000195-1668020400-1668031200@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazz973 Clements Place Local Singers Showcase Joy Topping Mann LaDee Streeter & Omisanya Karade DESCRIPTION:Preview in new tab \n\n\n\nSession 3 features vocalists Joy Topping Mann\, LeDee Streeter and Omisanya Karate all supported by the swinging Noel Sagerman Trio  ( Dan Kostlenick on Piano\, Belden Bullock on Bass Noel Sagerman on Drums ) with introductions by DJRoc M . This is a unique event that you won’t want to miss – come hear and see for yourself! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\nALL ATTENDEES MUST EITHER BE VACCINATED (BRING PROOF) OR SHOW A NEGATIVE PCR TEST FROM THE LAST 72 HOURS \n\n\n\n(NO RAPID\, AT HOME\, OR ON-SITE TESTING ALLOWED) \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz973-clements-place-local-singers-showcase-3/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Singers-Showcase-by-Gregory-Burrus-Productions-Weekly3-streeter-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T220000 DTSTAMP:20221014T021210Z CREATED:20220825T041627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T021210Z UID:10000193-1667415600-1667426400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazz973 Clements Place Local Singers Showcase Barbara Hassenfeld\, Rosalind Grant & Frank Noviello DESCRIPTION:The Clements Place Jazz Local Singers Showcase where you get to experience the best jazz singers from your towns and cities all in one night. \n\n\n\nThat’s right 1 night\, 1 swinging band and 3 fabulous singers each performing their favorite tunes just for you. At the end of the night a rousing collective performance that will to knock your socks off for a really great night of jazz. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n11/02/2022 This  session features vocalists Frank Noviello\, Rosalind Grant and Barbara Hassenfeld.  All supported by Nick Masters Piano\, Anthony Perez on Bass\, Charlie Sigler on Guitar and  Winard Harper on Drums with introductions by DJRoc M. This is a unique event that you won’t want to miss\, attend with friends and hear and see for yourself! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\nALL ATTENDEES MUST EITHER BE VACCINATED (BRING PROOF) OR SHOW A NEGATIVE PCR TEST FROM THE LAST 72 HOURS \n\n\n\n(NO RAPID\, AT HOME\, OR ON-SITE TESTING ALLOWED) \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz973-clements-place-local-singers-showcase-2/ CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Final-Singers-Showcase-by-Gregory-Burrus-Productions-Weekly-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T220000 DTSTAMP:20221011T175723Z CREATED:20220825T041627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T175723Z UID:10000194-1665601200-1665612000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazz973 Clements Place Local Singers Showcase DESCRIPTION:10/12/2022 This inaugural session features vocalists Lynette. Sheard\, Jacqueline Hamond Johnson\, Patricia Walton all supported by the swinging Dre Barnes Trio (Andy McKee on Bass Bruce Cox on Drums ) with introductions by DJRoc M . This is a unique event that you won’t want to miss – come hear and see for yourself! \n\n\n\n\n\nEach time out there will be something different\, so please come cheer on your favorite\, or cheer on everybody\, join us\, relax and have some fun with us at the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies’ Clements Place Jazz Local Singers Showcase. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss any of these evenings as all of them will be filled with great singers and great jazz!\n\n\n\nFull List of 2022 Singers 10/2\, 11/2 and 11/9 Bands to Announced.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP on Eventbrite \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\nALL ATTENDEES MUST EITHER BE VACCINATED (BRING PROOF) OR SHOW A NEGATIVE PCR TEST FROM THE LAST 72 HOURS \n\n\n\n(NO RAPID\, AT HOME\, OR ON-SITE TESTING ALLOWED) \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz973-clements-place-local-singers-showcase/ CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Singers-Showcase-by-Gregory-Burrus-Productions-Weekly-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T180000 DTSTAMP:20221004T034915Z CREATED:20220818T025129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T034915Z UID:10000181-1665241200-1665252000@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Jazzy On The Lawn feat Lee Odom Quartet w Mala Waldron and Stephen Fuller Band DESCRIPTION:Jazzy On The Lawn of Elmwood Church featuring Saxophonist Leo Odom’s Quartet w Pianists Mala Waldon and Stephen Fuller Quintet Tickets at https://www.atthewood.org/form.html \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets available at https://www.atthewood.org/form.html \n\n\n\nLee Odom Quartet \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Sweet” Lee Odom has been playing clarinet for years\, along with other woodwind instruments\, including flute and bass clarinet. A native of North Carolina\, Lee ventured to New York City in 2011 where she quickly found her way into various musical communities. First\, she studied the music industry then clarinet performance at Appalachian State University. The music by Sweet Lee and her accompanying bands has been sending lighting vibes throughout the boroughs of New York. \n\n\n\nOpening \n\n\n\nStephen Fuller Quintet \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStephen Fuller is a dynamic bass/baritone who sings in the upscale supper club circuit in New York\, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He regularly performs at Shanghai Jazz and The Deer Head Inn\, in addition to other fine restaurants.  He is also\, the lead singer with the band Amani\, Mr. Fuller has developed and performed musical presentations including “The Life and Times of Nat King Cole”\, “The Music of Lionel Richie” and “The Sounds of the Caribbean”.  He is currently developing a show about the great Harry Belafonte (at the request of the Bickford Theatre). The current musicals have been performed at the Bickford Theatre\, The Brook Theatre\, Watchung Arts Center\, Roxbury Arts Center and other venues. He has also performed in Spain\, Israel\, Central America and parts of the Caribbean. He has released a CD entitled “Expressions of the Heart”. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazzy-on-the-lawn-feat-lee-odom-quartet-w-mala-waldron-and-stephen-fuller-band/ LOCATION:Elmwood Church\, 135 Elmwood Ave\, East Orange\, New Jersey\, 07018\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,RnB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/00-Final-920-Lee-Odom-Bands-Stephen-Fuller-Oct-8-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T190000 DTSTAMP:20221004T035259Z CREATED:20220821T014136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T035259Z UID:10000183-1664593200-1664650800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Canceled -The Ultimate Live Music Jam in Linden Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade DESCRIPTION:Canceled – \n\n\n\nThe Ultimate Jam in Linden Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade All are welcome. Come show us your stuff. \n\n\n\n\n\nRaymond Wood Bauer Promenade Entrance URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/canceled-the-ultimate-live-music-jam-in-linden-raymond-wood-bauer-promenade/ LOCATION:Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade\, 400 N Wood Ave\, Linden\, NJ\, 07036\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,RnB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Cancelled-Lindem-MPACK-JAM-w-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T203000 DTSTAMP:20220825T200821Z CREATED:20220624T034709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T200821Z UID:10000145-1664474400-1664483400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Cranford Summer Sounds feat MPACK Live DESCRIPTION:Cranford Summer Sounds feat MPACK Live \n\n\n\n\n\nMPack is a band\, a brand\, and a musical production enterprise\, consisting of multiple elements in an ever-evolving flow. It is the musical brainchild of bassist\, guitarist\, keyboardist\, drummer and vocalist Clarence ‘Groove Master’ Conover. \n\n\n\nThis cross-genre musician is creatively talented\, and he has gathered other like-minded musicians and vocalists that will join him on occasion: \n\n\n\nVocalist Patricia WaltonVocalist Lynette SheardPianist/keyboardist Larry GreenbergDrummer Kevin “Natz” MooreGuitarist Kenny Robinson\n\n\n\nRead More – Meet the Band \n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.jerseyindie.com/blog/jazzy-nights-presents-r-and-b-music-nights-led-by-clarence-conover-and-the-mpack-band URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/cranford-summer-sounds-feat-mpack-live/ LOCATION:Eastman Clock Plaza Park\, N Union Ave\, Cranford\, NJ\, 07016\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/MPacksClarenceConover.png ORGANIZER;CN="Gregory Burrus Productions":MAILTO:answers@techoss.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T220000 DTSTAMP:20220928T101857Z CREATED:20220825T041627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T101857Z UID:10000192-1664391600-1664402400@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Closed No Event Tonight Jazz973 Clements Place DESCRIPTION:Closed for Private Event \n\n\n\nClements Place is a venue for Jazz and music events in a Rutgers Building in Newark New Jersey. A very classy cabaret style venue with a wonderful sound system and cozy atmosphere. We document and announce upcoming jazz jams and show events at Clements Place. \n\n\n\nPlease Note\n\n\n\nALL ATTENDEES MUST EITHER BE VACCINATED (BRING PROOF) OR SHOW A NEGATIVE PCR TEST FROM THE LAST 72 HOURS \n\n\n\n(NO RAPID\, AT HOME\, OR ON-SITE TESTING ALLOWED) \n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/jazz973-clements-place-artists-tba-11/ LOCATION:Jazz973 Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, New Jersey\, 07102\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T220000 DTSTAMP:20220831T172150Z CREATED:20220624T054311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T172150Z UID:10000157-1664049600-1664056800@gregoryburrusproductions.com SUMMARY:Smooth Jazz Oleta Adams at the Woodland Maplewood NJ DESCRIPTION:COMING TO THE WOODLAND ON SATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 24TH:\n\n\n\nOLETA ADAMS\n\n\n\nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!\n\n\n\n\n\nSept 24\, 2022 will feature singer\, songwriter\, musician\, 4x Grammy nominee\, Jazz Walk of Fame inductee and Platinum-selling artist\, Oleta Adams. As Oprah Winfrey said\, “The voice that brought me out of the shower.”  You know her from her 1990 debut album Circle of One which went Platinum\, and the impassioned hit single “Get Here” became an unofficial anthem of the 1991 Gulf War. She has performed on worldwide tours with Tears for Fears\, Phil Collins\, Michael Bolton\, and Luther Vandross\, and has sold more than two and a half million records. URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/smooth-jazz-oleta-adams-at-the-woodland-maplewood-nj/ LOCATION:The Woodland\, 60 Woodland Rd\, Maplewood\, New Jersey\, 07040\, United States CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live Music,RnB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/oleta-adams-flyer-768x1008-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR