Juanga Lakunza sound bridges the rhythmic fire of Latin jazz with the harmonic sophistication of the contemporary jazz tradition Trombonist • Composer • Jazz & Latin Jazz Innovator Juanga Lakunza is an internationally seasoned trombonist, composer, and educator whose sound bridges the rhythmic fire of Latin jazz with the harmonic sophistication of the contemporary jazz...

Nasheet Waits & Abraham Burton - Two Modern Masters • One Uncompromising Musical Conversation Nasheet Waits & Abraham Burton Two Modern Masters • One Uncompromising Musical Conversation Nasheet Waits — Drums Nasheet Waits is one of the most commanding and inventive drummers in modern jazz, a New York native whose artistry is rooted in lineage,...

Colombian vocalist Manuela Zapata Arbeláez is one of the most compelling young voices emerging on today’s Latin jazz scene.     Zapata has performed at venues and festivals across Colombia, steadily building a reputation for her expressive phrasing, warm tone, and the cultural authenticity she brings to every performance. Now based in the United States,...

Check out drum master Steve Johns and his all-star band Mythology featuring Monte Croft, John Hart, Greg Murphy, and Joris Teepe Rutgers IJS Presents Steve Johns & The Mythology Band...

Get ready for another night of big fun when this Newark jazz scene legend returns  to perform and blow the house up with a rousing good timeBorn in Daytona Beach, Leo Johnson's interest in mastering his instrument and advancing his art led him to Newark, New Jersey where he took up residence in 1957 and has since become a...

Music legend Nat Adderley Jr. returns to Clement's Place with his allstar quartet for an evening of soul/r&b infused jazz CD Single ReleaseFeaturing Mike Lee on tenor saxophone, Chris Berger on bass, and Dwayne "Cook" Broadnax on drums.About Nat Adderley JrMusic legend Nat Adderley Jr. returns to Clements Place Jazz for an unforgettable night of...

Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Amina Figarova stands among the most distinctive creative voices in modern jazz Amina Figarova — Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Amina Figarova stands among the most distinctive creative voices in modern jazz. Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, she began her musical journey as a prodigious classical pianist, graduating from the Baku...

Join Ruthers IJS & Dorthaan Kirk for a chill night with Sonelius Smith, Adam Kahan, and friends live! Ruthers IJS & Dorthaan Kirk Present Sonelius Smith, Adam Kahan And Friends...

Step into an unforgettable evening of jazz brilliance as Rutgers IJS and Gregory Burrus Productions bring another powerhouse project to Clements Place. Join us for a night where artistry, soul,...

Renowned composer, arranger Steven Kroon known for his Afro-Cuban & Brazilian percussion has been creating captivating music for over 50 yrsI’ve been a professional musician for the last 30 years....

Hailed by The NY Times as "one of the best pianists in town, period," acclaimed pianist Bruce Barth comes to Clement's for the first time wi Hailed by The NY...

An intimate evening of jazz and jazz-infused R&B and gospel with one of the area's most talented musical couples. Joining on stage Miki Hayama on keys , Kenny Davis on...

Veteran jazz pianist Yayoi Ikawa makes her Clement's debut with an evening of modern jazz with a suolful twist. One of the most in-demand pianist on the NY scene, Yayoi...

Join us and experience the brilliance and bold creativity of today’s leading female jazz artists. Get ready for an unforgettable night as Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus present The Jazz...

Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut brings his soulful virtuosity to Clements Place in a special presentation by Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus. Rutgers IJs and Greg Burrus Present Cyrus Chestnut Get ready for an unforgettable night as Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus bring you a live, in-person performance featuring the incredible Cyrus Chestnut. Whether you're a...

Rising jazz vocal star, Emma Larsson brings her soulful, swinging style to Clement's this week. While studying classical piano at the Janace Vocalist Emma Larsen returns to Clements Place Jazz with the fire, finesse, and fearless swing that first made her a standout on this stage. A rising voice rooted in the jazz tradition, Emma...

Drummer Damon Duewhite leads a powerful night of groove, swing, and funky jazz at Clements Place. FEATURING BRYAN CARROT - VIBES, EDDIE ALLEN - TRUMPET, CARLOS HENDERSON - BASS, AND SILVANO MONISTARIOS - PIANO. ************************************************************** ABOUT DAMON DUEWHITE Damon DueWhite (drums, percussion) a native of Twin Oaks, Pennsylvania, a Philadelphia suburb, learned to play the...

Jazz House Kids Big Band teams with acclaimed saxophonist Bruce Williams for a dynamic, hard‑swinging performance. The next generation of jazz lights up the stage as Jazz House Kids Big Band joins saxophonist Bruce Williams for an electrifying night. IJS proudly presents the powerhouse Jazz House Kids Big Band featuring acclaimed saxophonist Bruce Williams, bringing...

Michael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the area. Michael Cochrane Pianist • Composer • Educator • Modern Jazz Craftsman Michael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in...