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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  Pianist Composer Educator Michael Cochrane
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nMichael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the area.\n\n\n Michael Cochrane\n\nPianist • Composer • Educator • Modern Jazz Craftsman \nMichael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the New York–New Jersey jazz community. Born in Peekskill\, NY\, Cochrane has recorded extensively as both a leader and sideman\, contributing to major labels including SteepleChase\, Soul Note\, and Landmark Records. His artistry blends harmonic sophistication\, lyrical sensitivity\, and a deep commitment to the jazz tradition. \nCochrane has performed and recorded with an extraordinary roster of jazz greats\, including Sonny Fortune\, Jack Walrath\, Eddie Gomez\, Clark Terry\, Michael Brecker\, Chico Freeman\, Oliver Lake\, and the Spirit of Life Ensemble. His résumé spans iconic venues such as The Village Vanguard\, Dizzy’s Club Coca‑Cola\, The Blue Note\, Carnegie Hall\, and international tours across Europe\, Canada\, Japan\, Puerto Rico\, Greece\, Russia\, the Philippines\, and the Caribbean. \nA dedicated educator\, Cochrane holds a Master of Arts in Music and Music Education from New York University and has taught at Rutgers University\, Princeton University\, the Bloomingdale School of Music\, and the JCC Thurnauer School of MusicJazzInfo. He has also authored several books of piano instruction published by Second Floor Music and Hal Leonard. \nWith over ten albums as a leader and a lifetime of contributions to the music\, Michael Cochrane continues to inspire audiences with performances that are thoughtful\, swinging\, and deeply expressive — a true modern jazz craftsman. \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-pianist-composer-educator-michael-cochrane-2/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:IJS Presents  JAZZ HOUSE KIDS BIG BAND w/BRUCE WILLIAMS
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nJazz House Kids Big Band teams with acclaimed saxophonist Bruce Williams for a dynamic\, hard‑swinging performance.\n\n\n \nThe next generation of jazz lights up the stage as Jazz House Kids Big Band joins saxophonist Bruce Williams for an electrifying night. \nIJS proudly presents the powerhouse Jazz House Kids Big Band featuring acclaimed saxophonist Bruce Williams\, bringing an unforgettable night of swing\, soul\, and next‑generation jazz excellence. This dynamic ensemble showcases some of the region’s most gifted young musicians\, guided by one of today’s leading voices on the alto sax. Expect high‑energy charts\, big‑band fire\, and the vibrant spirit that defines the Jazz House legacy. \n \nABOUT BRUCE \nBruce Williams is a versatile saxophone stylist\, performing in a variety of diverse playing environments – from traditional to hip-hop to the avant-garde who hails from our nation’s capital of Washington\, D.C. He has made his presence known on the jazz scene by garnering critical attention with his own enthusiastically received CD releases – “Brotherhood” and “Altoicity” – issued on Savant Records. He has been an honored recipient of awards from DownBeat magazine and The Charlie Parker Music and the More Foundation. His ability to perform masterfully in a range of jazz styles has placed him on two Grammy nominated recordings and sent him to numerous cities throughout the US and abroad in France\, Italy\, Germany\, Scandinavia\, the West Indies\, Lebanon\, and Japan. \nBruce has also made an indelible impression as a sideman on over twenty other CD and video recordings and has performed\, toured\, and recorded with a long roster of jazz legends – Little Jimmy Scott\, Frank Foster\, The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra\, Stanley Cowell\, Louis Smith\, Cecil Brooks III\, The Count Basie Orchestra\, The World Saxophone Quartet\, Russell Gunn\, Curtis Fuller\, and Roy Hargrove to name a few. \nA noted jazz educator and mentor to young jazz musicians; Bruce has given master classes at Ohio State\, Iowa State\, The Jazz Institute of New Jersey\, The University of the District of Columbia\, Princeton University\, The New Jersey Performing Arts Center “Jazz For Teens” program\, and the Paris Conservatory in France. He has served as adjunct saxophone instructor at both the New School for Social Research (Mannes School of Music) in NYC\, Princeton\, and William Paterson Universities in New Jersey while continuing to nurture a healthy rooster of private students of his own. \nAll of the above experiences have aided Bruce Williams in becoming one of the premier jazz alto and soprano saxophonists in the world today. \nWeblinks: \nhttp://www.jazzconnect.com/brucewilliams/ \n*************************************************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ijs-presents-jazz-house-kids-big-band-w-bruce-williams/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Damon Duewhite and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Drummer Damon Duewhite leads a powerful night of groove\, swing\, and funky jazz at Clements Place.\n\n\nFEATURING BRYAN CARROT – VIBES\, EDDIE ALLEN – TRUMPET\, CARLOS HENDERSON – BASS\, AND SILVANO MONISTARIOS – PIANO. \n************************************************************** \nABOUT DAMON DUEWHITE \nDamon DueWhite (drums\, percussion) a native of Twin Oaks\, Pennsylvania\, a Philadelphia suburb\, learned to play the drums at the age of six from his father. At the age of fourteen\, he was playing in local bands in and around Philadelphia and the New York Tri-State area. DueWhite\, attended the Berklee College of Music where he was heavily influenced by the likes of Branford Marsalis\, Donald Harrison\, Terri Lynne Carrington\, Wallace Roney\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Rachelle Ferrell and many others. \nDueWhite has performed and/or recorded with Vanessa Williams and The National Symphony Orchestra\, Hugh Masekela\, Oliver Lake\, Regina Carter\, Philip Harper\, Rachelle Ferrell\, Miriam Makeba\, Harry Belafonte\, Vanessa Rubin\, Carla Cook\, Craig Harris\, Meshell Ndegeocello\, Jonathan Butler\, George Duke\, Roberta Flack\, Vernon Reid\, Nona Hendrix\, Johnny Clyde Copland\, Shemekia Copeland\, to name a few. \nHis Broadway credits are the first U.S. tour of the Tony Award winning Broadway musical “Bring in ‘Da Noise\, Bring in ‘Da Funk”\, the national tour of the Tony Award-nominated blues revue “It Ain’t Nothin’ but the Blues.” His other work on Broadway includes the Tony Award winning musical “The Color Purple” and “Holler If Ya Hear Me” based on the music of Tupac Shakur\, the Tony nominated production of “Motown: The Musical.” The Tony Award winning show “Hello Dolly.” Featuring Bette Midler\, and Tina Turner the Musical. \n******************************************************************************************* \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz\, IJS\, and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-damon-duewhite-and-friends-2/
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  Emma Larsson featuring Richard Hays
DESCRIPTION:Rising jazz vocal star\, Emma Larsson brings her soulful\, swinging style to Clement’s this week. While studying classical piano at the Janace\n\n\nVocalist 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 brings a warm\, expressive tone and a storyteller’s instinct that turns every standard into something personal and alive. Her phrasing is bold\, her time feel deep\, and her connection with the audience unmistakable. After time away honing her craft and expanding her musical reach\, Emma comes back to Newark ready to light up the room with fresh energy\, soulful interpretations\, and the unmistakable spark that makes her one of the most exciting young vocalists to watch.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-emma-larsson/
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus Present Cyrus Chestnut
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nRenowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut brings his soulful virtuosity to Clements Place in a special presentation by Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus.\n\n\nRutgers IJs and Greg Burrus Present Cyrus Chestnut\nGet 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 jazz lover or just looking for a great night out\, this event promises amazing vibes and top-notch music. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Cyrus Chestnut up close and personal!
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-and-greg-burrus-present-cyrus-chestnut/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers's IJS and Greg Burrus Presents the Jazz Women
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nJoin us and experience the brilliance and bold creativity of today’s leading female jazz artists.\n\n\nGet ready for an unforgettable night as Rutgers IJS and Greg Burrus present The Jazz Women — a powerhouse ensemble of brilliance\, fire\, and fearless creativity. Pianist Elle Lee brings her dynamic touch and modern swing\, matched by the soulful\, hard‑driving horn work of Jennie Hill. Holding down the groove with deep pocket and rhythmic command is drummer Kim Peralta\, while bassist Jessica Vincent anchors the band with warmth\, strength\, and unstoppable momentum. Together\, these four extraordinary artists deliver a bold\, high‑energy celebration of women who are shaping the sound and future of jazz.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgerss-ijs-and-greg-burrus-presents-the-jazz-women-2/
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus present Yayoi Ikawa Trio
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nVeteran jazz pianist Yayoi Ikawa makes her Clement’s debut with an evening of modern jazz with a suolful twist.\n\n\nOne of the most in-demand pianist on the NY scene\, Yayoi Ikawa makes her Clement’s Place debut as a leader with her stellat trio. Featuring Lonnie Plaxico on bass and Kenneth Salters on drums\, she brings her soulful swing and harmonic modernism to her mix of original compostions and reinterpreted standards. \n \nABOUT YAYOI IKAWA \nBorn in Tokyo\, Japan\, but raised musically in New York\, Yayoi is an experience in ingenuity and compassion. As a pianist\, composer\, arranger\, and bandleader\, Yayoi has worked in many countries. Being exposed to diverse music scene in New York after moving from Japan\, Yayoi quickly adopted herself in various styles of music such as Jazz\, Gospel\, R&B\, Soul\, Classical and World music. After completing her studies at New School where she received the Henry and Gill Block scholarship\, Yayoi was a faculty member at the International Jazz and Dance Academy in Slovenia along with her mentor Reggie Workman in 2003 and 2004. \nAfter recording a straight ahead jazz piano trio on Nippon Crown release “Angel Eyes” in 2004\, she self produced “Color of Dreams” in 2005 displaying her original compositions. Yayoi has toured nationally as well as internationally with her groups\, and appeared International Jazz festivals in Japan\, Italy\, Haiti\, France\, Slovenia\, and Costa Rica. In 2008\, Yayoi started “The Bridge Project” to create musical dialogue between New York and Tokyo musicians in an experimental environment. In 2009\, the project toured in Costa Rica through a sponsorship of U.S. Embassy. In 2018\, Yayoi was invited to participate in Piano Kon Sa Ka Ekri\, a piano festival in Martinique. She started to collaborate with local musicians immediately\, and the project performed at Première Rencontre Autour du Piano in Guadeloupe. In 2019\, Yayoi’s bridge project featuring Hatian vocalist Emeline Michel was featured in Sakura Matsuri\, a celebration of Japanese culture in Brooklyn Botanical Garden. While working towards her master degree at NYU\, Yayoi’s orchestra work for film was premiered at Lincoln Center in 2007. As a composer and arranger\, Yayoi received commissions from Modern Music Society of Tokyo\, the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company and Montreal based sculpture David Baumflek. \nYayoi has worked with such legendary artists as Reggie Workman\, Michael Carvin\, Howard Johnson\, Michal Urbaniak\, Butch Morris\, Craig Harris\, Lenny Pickett\, Frank Lacy\, Lonnie Plaxico\, Fostina Dixon\, Salim Washington\, Emeline Michel\, James Germain\, Daniel Bernard Roumain\, The Meditations\, Kaissa etc. Yayoi is a music director at First Baptist Church in Piscataway NJ\, and a jazz piano instructor at City College of New York\, Brooklyn College. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in International Studies from International Christian University in Tokyo\, Japan. \n**************************************************** \nFree and open to the public. \n****************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-greg-burrus-present-yayoi-ikawa-trio/
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SUMMARY:"An Evening of Jazz and Blossoms with  J&D Warren
DESCRIPTION:Register on Eventbrite\n\nAn intimate evening of jazz and jazz-infused R&B and gospel with one of the area’s most talented musical couples.\n\n\nJoining on stage Miki Hayama on keys \, Kenny Davis on bass\, Dan Nicholas on Guitar \n****************************************************************************************************** \nABOUT DERMEL & JERMEY \nDermel Warren was born and raised in Memphis\, TN\, where she grew up singing in her mother’s church. At church\, she received her vocal training from Kelley Muller-Smith\, first lady of Miracle Temple Ministries\, Inc. She has performed background and lead vocals for Donald Lawrence\, Richard Smallwood\, Karen Clark-Sheard\, Lisa Page Brooks\, Beverly Crawford\, Kurt Karr\, Yolanda Adams\, Ernest Pugh\, Josh Milan (House Music Artist)\, jazz drummer Winard Harper\, the amazing Valerie Simpson of Ashford and Simpson\, and many more. Dermel has toured with Blues artists\, the late Sergio Davis and Mel Waiters opening up for artists such as The Manhattans\, Shirley Brown\, Bobby “Blue” Bland\, Bobby Womack\, and Lenny Williams. She also opened up for Jill Scott\, Anthony Hamilton\, & Mint Condition as a solo artist at the Budweiser Summer Fest Tour in 2011. She is currently based out of New Jersey\, collaborating with producers on their projects\, and working on her debut album\, “My Life’s Journey.” \n****************************************************************************************** \n \nJeremy Warren\, born and raised in North Little Rock\, AR was heavily exposed to music growing up. His mother is an organist/pianist where she played at his grandfather’s and now currently his father’s church in Little Rock & North Little Rock\, AR. Upon graduating from high school in 2003\, he received a full jazz scholarship to The University of Memphis in Memphis\, TN. He received dual Bachelor Degrees in Jazz Studies and Music Education with license in May 2012. Memphis is where he credits his musical growth as a musician performing with many local/national artists as well as leading his own band whom performed every Saturday night on the famous Beale St. for two years. Jeremy received his Master’s Degree in Music from New York University in May 2015. While juggling a busy performance schedule\, Warren teaches music at KIPP-NJ at Rise Academy. He holds the drum chair for world renown saxophonist Don Braden and the Don Braden Quartet. Jeremy can be heard on Braden’s highly acclaimed album “Earth\, Wind\, & Wonder.” In 2016\, Jeremy released his debut album with his band JD Warren & The Rudiment which he co-leads with his wife Dermel Warren\, titled “I Can Do All Things.” The album was named #85 on the Top 100 Jazz Albums for 2016 on the Roots Music Charts for radio play. Warren has also performed and/or recorded with artists such as GZA-Wu-Tang\, Deanna Martin (Daughter of Dean Martin)\, Andy Milne\, Lenny Pickett\, John Scofield\, Tom Scott\, NYU Combo Nuvo\, and many more. Jeremy plays Soul Tone Cymbals. \n****************************************************************************************** \nJoin us as we celebrate swing and soul! \nFree and open to the public. \n****************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Clement's Place presents  Bruce Barth
DESCRIPTION: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\n\n\nHailed 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 with his trio. \nFree Concert. Open to the Public. \n\n\nFor more than three decades\, pianist and composer Bruce Barth has stood among the most respected voices in modern jazz. A deeply swinging player with a warm\, harmonically rich touch\, Barth has appeared on over 125 recordings\, including a dozen acclaimed albums as a leader. His artistry has taken him across the globe\, performing with legends such as Terence Blanchard\, Tony Bennett\, Phil Woods\, Steve Wilson\, and Luciana Souza\, while his own groups have earned praise for their lyrical depth and soulful sophistication. \nA longtime educator and mentor\, Barth has shaped generations of rising musicians through his work at Temple University\, Manhattan School of Music\, and workshops worldwide. Whether in an intimate trio setting or driving a hard‑swinging ensemble\, Barth brings clarity\, emotional honesty\, and a master craftsman’s touch to every performance. On April 3\, he brings that signature blend of elegance and fire to Rutgers IJS. \n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-clements-place-presents-bruce-barth/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Alexis Morrast and Friends
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out with Alexis Morrast live at Rutgers IJS and experience a night of pure vocal brilliance and unforgettable jazz energy.\n\n\n\nJoin us in person for an exciting event with Alexis Morrast brought to you by Rutgers IJS. Come connect\, learn\, and enjoy this unique experience up close. Don’t miss out on an amazing opportunity to see Alexis Morrast live and engage with the community. It’s gonna be fun and informative—see you there! \n\n\nGet ready for a powerful evening as Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies welcome the extraordinary Alexis Morrast back to the stage. A radiant young vocalist with a voice far beyond her years\, Alexis brings a rare blend of elegance\, soul\, and effortless swing that has captivated audiences around the world. From winning Showtime at the Apollo to sharing stages with jazz greats\, she continues to rise as one of the most compelling voices of her generation. \nThis  performance invites you into an intimate listening experience where Alexis’s warmth\, storytelling\, and vocal mastery shine at their fullest. Surrounded by top‑tier musicians and the unmatched atmosphere of Rutgers IJS\, she delivers a night of music that feels both timeless and boldly alive. Come be part of an evening filled with heart\, artistry\, and the unmistakable magic that only Alexis Morrast can bring. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP REQUIRED CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-alexis-morrast-and-friends/
LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clements Place Jazz,Live Music,NEO Soul
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T193000
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents the  Dynamic Steve Kroon Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Renowned composer\, arranger Steven Kroon known for his Afro-Cuban & Brazilian percussion has been creating captivating music for over 50 yrs\n\n\nI’ve been a professional musician for the last 30 years. I was born in Harlem and lived there until the age of ten. From Harlem we moved to St. Albans\, Queens. The year was 1957. My experience of being raised in Queens was very influential. At the time there were many great jazz and R&B artists living right in our neighborhood. At home I would mostly listen to my father’s music\, which was Tito Puente\, Tito Rodriguez\, and Machito. Then when I would visit my friends\, I would listen to all the great jazz artists. Right in my neighborhood was Lester Young\, Eddie Lockjaw \nDavis\, Count Basie and many more. Also\, a great influence on me was the great producer Henry Glover\, who lived right on the corner from me. He would also allow me to attend his rehearsals with the Cleftones\, Joey Dee and the Starlighters\, etc. With all that diversity and styles\, I would say most of my music appreciation was due to being exposed in the proper environment. Some of the highlights of my career all stem from live performance\, television shows and recording sessions. I was associated with Luther Vandross from 1981 – 2001. \nI have appeared on seven platinum albums\, and 15 world tours\, which include 2 live video performances: 1) “Live in Wimbley Stadium” in London and 2) “Live at Prince Albert Tulley Hall”\, also in London. An array of television shows such as: The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson\, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno\, The David Letterman Show\, The Arsenio Hall Show\, and The Rosie O’Donnell Show. Also a variety of music shows such as The Grammy’s\, The Soul Train Awards\, etc. \nAt this point in my life\, I have chosen to devote my time and creativity to pursue my own career. I have also performed with Ron Carter from 1987 to the present\, which has included extensive tours of the U.S.\, Japan and Brazil. Some of the places we’ve performed include The Village Vanguard\, The Iridium in NY\, The Blue Note in the U.S. and Japan\, and The Mistura Fina in Brazil. I’ve recorded 6 CD’s with Ron Carter and appeared on numerous TV shows in the U.S. and Japan. I have presently recorded my own CD\, which is titled “In My Path”\, which has been released on World Blue Records\, which I am no longer affiliated with. I have just completed my second CD entitled “Senor Kroon” for a Japanese label entitled M&I Co.\, for which I own the rights to in the U.S. \n \n \nDon’t let this unforgettable show pass you by! \n\n\n ****************************************************************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-the-dynamic-steve-kroon-quintet/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T220000
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS & Greg Burrus Present the Gil Scott Chapman and Nikita White Project
DESCRIPTION: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\, and improvisation meet in the heart of Newark’s historic jazz home. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nExperience the dynamic chemistry of pianist Gil Scott Chapman and vocalist Nikita White\, a duo known for blending elegance\, fire\, and deep musical storytelling. They’re joined by the always‑in‑the‑pocket Jarrett Walser on drums and the masterfully grounded Charlie Himel on bass\, creating a quartet that moves effortlessly from lush ballads to high‑energy swing and modern grooves. \n\n\n\nThis special performance is a perfect midweek escape into world‑class musicianship curated by Gregory Burrus Productions in partnership with the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies. \n\n\n\nGil Scott Chapman — Piano\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGil Scott Chapman is a jazz pianist who began his classical music studies at the age of 7. He is a graduate of the Interlochen Arts Academy and earned his B.F.A. and M.M. from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor). \n\n\n\nGil has studied under jazz greats such as Geri Allen and Benny Green. He has performed in concerts and festivals around the world; notably at Carnegie Hall; Kennedy Center; Monterey Jazz Festival; Montreux Jazz Festival; and Detroit Jazz Festival. \n\n\n\nRecently Gil has toured extensively with the Glenn Miller Orchestra across the U.S.\, Canada & Japan. Each year during the summer Gil is in residency at the Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island\, MI–where he plays nightly with the Grand Hotel Orchestra and a host of other amazing artists. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNikita White — Vocals\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNikita White is a powerhouse vocalist whose warm tone\, soaring range\, and soul‑rooted delivery captivate audiences instantly. Steeped in gospel\, jazz\, and contemporary soul\, she brings emotional depth and radiant presence to every performance. White’s artistry bridges tradition and modern expression\, making her a standout voice in both worship\, blues and jazz‑driven settings. \n\n\n\nNikita White has shared the stage with celebrated gospel and jazz artists\, lending her powerful voice to collaborations with choir directors\, jazz bandleaders\, and soul‑driven ensembles throughout the tri‑state area. She has performed at notable venues including NJPAC\, The Apollo Theater’s community stages\, Rutgers IJS Clements\, and major church arts ministries known for spotlighting emerging vocal talent. Her blend of gospel roots and jazz phrasing has made her a featured vocalist in concerts\, festivals\, and special cultural programs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJarret Walsh — Drums\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Jarrett Walser is a dynamic and deeply musical drummer whose sound is rooted in the rich traditions of jazz while pushing boldly into contemporary expression. A Newark‑area standout\, Walser is known for his crisp touch\, commanding swing\, and the kind of intuitive sensitivity that elevates every ensemble he joins. His playing blends technical precision with soulful spontaneity\, making him a first‑call drummer for vocalists\, instrumentalists\, and bandleaders across the region. \n\n\n\nWhether driving a hard‑grooving quartet\, shaping the contours of a ballad\, or opening the music with modern rhythmic ideas\, Walser brings clarity\, taste\, and an unmistakable rhythmic voice. His work continues to resonate in clubs\, festivals\, and creative spaces throughout New Jersey and New York\, where he is celebrated for both his versatility and his unwavering commitment to the music. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCharlie Himel — Bass\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBassist Charlie Himel grew up in a musical family in Falls Church\, VA. His grandfather was a choir director at NMSU\, and his parents met in New Mexico competing against one another in a Battle of the Bands. (If you’re curious\, his dad’s band won\, but his mother maintains that the call-in voting was rigged against her.) \n\n\n\nSince moving to Brooklyn\, NY in 2014\, Charlie has had the humbling opportunity to work with jazz luminaries such as Alex Graham\, Carol Morgan\, Greg Ruggiero\, Vinny Valentino\, Michael Kanan\, Steve Ash\, Pete Malinverni\, Peter Mihelich\, Rudy Petschauer\, Keith Balla\, and Aaron Seeber. \n\n\n\nHe has held residencies and toured with bands such as the Glenn Miller Orchestra\, Grand Hotel Orchestra\, The James Hunter Six\, Nefesh Mountain Band\, and Wild Magnolia. \n\n\n\nCharlie now resides in Englewood\, NJ\, and maintains a full-time schedule as an in-demand bassist in the Tri-State area\, regionally and abroad. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-greg-burrus-present-the-gil-scott-chapman-and-nikita-white-project/
LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000
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SUMMARY:Ruthers IJS & Dorthaan Kirk Present Sonelius Smith\, Adam Kahan And Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruthers IJS & Dorthaan Kirk for a chill night with Sonelius Smith\, Adam Kahan\, and friends live!\n\n\nRuthers IJS & Dorthaan Kirk Present\nSonelius Smith\, Adam Kahan And Friends\nGet ready for an amazing in-person experience featuring the incredible talents of Sonelius Smith\, Adam Kahan\, and their friends. It’s a night full of great music\, good vibes\, and some unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out on this awesome gathering brought to you by Ruthers IJS and Dorthaan Kirk. See you there! \n\n\nSonelius Smith and Adam Kahan \n\nSonelius Smith and Adam Kahan started their musical partnership in 2015. Combining roads traveled and untraveled\, what they don’t know and what they haven’t already played; Smith and Kahan explore original compositions\, standards\, and some other stuff. On any given night they are sure to play something wildly beautiful\, compelling and familiar\, and then break through the guard rails and drive off a musical cliff. \nSonelius Smith is the greatest pianist you’ve probably never heard. A truly unique artist\, his ideas are more incendiary than the staunchest avant-gardist (though the avant-garde can’t claim him). He can also be straight-ahead or even in the pocket (but the straight-aheaders wouldn’t touch him). Living the music for more than eight decades and hailing from Hillhouse\, Mississippi\, he plays with a soul and spirit that are intangible. Infused with tradition and history\, he rejects the expected at every measure. He may be inclined to play a well traveled standard\, but then approach it in such a way that sounds alarm bells for the Jazz Police. He may play the most beautiful unimagined music you’ll ever hear\, and then produce puzzling even confounding passages\, while patiently giving space and silence their due. The list of greats Sonelius has played with is both long and impressive – Charles Mingus\, Rahsaan Roland Kirk\, Elvin Jones\, Rashied Ali\, Archie Shepp\, Freddie Hubbard\, Shamek Farrah – to name just a few. His compositions have been recorded by greats such as Ahmad Jamal\, David Murray\, Stanley Cowell\, Robin Kenyatta and others. When not making music\, Sonelius is a prolific painter. Amongst the three pianos in his house\, electric keyboards\, upright bass\, guitar\, drums\, scores of music… are endless canvases he’s painted over the years – portraits of Jazz greats such as Monk and Trane\, abstracts\, nudes\, still lifes\, musical notes\, you name it. \nAdam Kahan is a bass player and filmmaker who has been collaborating with Sonelius Smith for over 10 years\, and in many different forms. They first started working together\, with saxophonist/flutist Clare Daly\, writing and recording music for film. This led to the three working as a trio playing regularly in New York. Adam then formed and led the Lo-Fly sextet which featured Smith on piano\, Daly on baritone\, Ray Scro on baritone and soprano\, Nana Sakomoto on trombone and Dwayne Cook Broadnax on drums. Adam also worked with pianist David Durrah for multiple years\, up until his death in 2021. As a filmmaker\, Adam has made documentaries on Rahsaan Roland Kirk (how he first met Sonelius)\, Buster Williams\, Andres Serrano\, Fred Tomaselli\, narrative and experimental shorts as well.Smith and Kahan will be joined by Rodney Chapman (tenor)\, Gener R. Coleman (flute)\, Michael Irwin (trumpet) and George Schuller (drums).
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ruthers-ijs-dorthaan-kirk-present-sonelius-smith-adam-kahan-and-friends/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T220000
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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\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Jazz,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Amina Figarova
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Amina Figarova stands among the most distinctive creative voices in modern jazz\n\n\nAmina Figarova —  \nInternationally 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 Conservatory before her curiosity and imagination led her toward jazz. That path carried her to the Rotterdam Conservatory and later to Boston’s Berklee College of Music\, where her compositional voice deepened and her artistic identity crystallized. \nFigarova’s career has since become a global tapestry. She has performed at major festivals and clubs around the world — from North Sea to New Orleans\, Cape Town to São Paulo — consistently earning praise for her expressive touch\, intricate writing\, and the emotional depth of her ensembles. Her long-running sextet\, founded in 1998\, has become one of jazz’s most cohesive and adventurous working bands\, celebrated for its dynamic interplay and richly layered sound. \nNow based in Harlem\, Figarova continues to tour internationally\, compose prolifically\, and expand her musical language. JazzTimes has hailed her as “among the most important composers to come into jazz in the new millennium\,” a testament to her originality\, global perspective\, and unwavering artistic vision. \nAt Clements Place Jazz\, Amina Figarova brings the full breadth of her journey — classical precision\, global influences\, and the soulful storytelling that has made her one of today’s essential jazz composers and pianists.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-amina-figarova/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T193000
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  The Nat Adderley Jr Quartet and CD Release Party
DESCRIPTION: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 Release\n\n\nFeaturing Mike Lee on tenor saxophone\, Chris Berger on bass\, and Dwayne “Cook” Broadnax on drums. \n \nAbout Nat Adderley Jr\nMusic legend Nat Adderley Jr. returns to Clements Place Jazz for an unforgettable night of soul‑drenched\, R&B‑infused jazz—this time with his all‑star quartet and a brand‑new CD single release to celebrate. \nBest known as the longtime musical director\, arranger\, and collaborator for Luther Vandross\, Nat Adderley Jr. has shaped the sound of modern R&B while carrying forward the iconic jazz legacy of the Adderley family. His performances are a masterclass in groove\, elegance\, and emotional storytelling—where church\, soul\, and straight‑ahead swing meet in one unmistakable voice. \nFor this special event\, Nat brings a powerhouse quartet of world‑class musicians\, each one a leader in their own right. Together\, they’ll debut fresh music from his latest recording alongside reimagined classics\, deep‑cut gems\, and the soulful arrangements audiences love him for. \nDon’t miss another great evening! \nFree and open to the public. \nSeating is limited so RSVP. \n****************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-the-nat-adderley-jr-quartet-and-cd-release-party/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  Saxophone Legend Leo Johnson's Generations Band
DESCRIPTION: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 time\n\n\nBorn 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 local legend . He has performed throughout Europe and the U.S. including Birdland in New York City and has recorded and produced two CD’s Leo Johnson- It’s About Time and Message To Mankind. Not content to merely be just another horn player on the Newark jazz scene\, Leo decided to hone his skills in a more diverse milieu and enlisted in the United States Air Force as a bandsman. The Air Force provided Leo with an opportunity to develop his musical talents both as a performer and composer and arranger. \n \nFollowing his stint in the Air Force\, Leo returned to the Newark jazz scene and continued to perform and record with other notable musicians \, most notably the organ legend Brother Jack McDuff . In addition\, he has been a member of and recorded music with such recognized artists as Chico Mendoza\, Jimmy McGriff\, “Fathead” Newman\, Jimmy Witherspoon and Johnny Hammond. He recorded Live In Paris at Club St. Germain with Rhoda Scott’s Trio. He led his own ensembles through the poignant compositions and arrangements he authored. \n \nWith an ear open to new talent\, Leo has helped to develop young artists who are prominent in today’s jazz scene including Victor Jones\, Terrance Blanchard\, Andy McCloud\, Alan Watson\, Michael Clark\, Ralph Peterson\, the Harper Brothers\, the late Woody Shaw and the late David Eubanks\, among others. He received three individual proclamations from Newark Mayors Kenneth Gibson and Sharpe James in recognition of his contribution to the arts in Newark\, and a fourth as one of Newark’s “Jazz Elders from Governor John Corzine. He was featured in the Star-Ledger by George Kanzler as one of 75 of the Garden State‘s great and most influential Jazz figures. He currently teaches music at Essex County College and Arts High and Elliott Street Elementary public schools through the Newark School of the Arts off-site music program. \n \nJoin us as we celebrate this local legend with swing and soul! \n \n \n****************************************************************************************************** \nCheck out the livestream on the Clement’s Place Jazz and IJS Facebook pages and on our YouTube channel – \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/407513298157352/?ref=newsfeed \nhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf8W7q1qlz0yt5Ebcn4tkSQ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/InstituteJazzStudies
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-saxophone-legend-leo-johnsons-generations-band/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T193000
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Steve Johns & The Mythology Band
DESCRIPTION:Check out drum master Steve Johns and his all-star band Mythology featuring Monte Croft\, John Hart\, Greg Murphy\, and Joris Teepe\n\n\n\nRutgers IJS Presents Steve Johns & The Mythology Band \n\n\n\nDate: Feb 20 • 19:30 \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nFor over three decades\, drummer Steve Johns has been a major presence on the jazz scene\, collaborating with many of the music’s most renowned practitioners. Artists from all points on the musical spectrum have consistently sought him out because they know his musicianship\, versatility\, deep commitment to his craft\, and enthuaism will enrich any performance. Leaders such as Nat Adderley\, Stanley Turrentine\, Larry Coryell\, Randy Brecker\, Ronnie Cuber\, Jimmy Owens\, Dr. Billy Taylor\, Benny Carter\, Thomas Chapin and Sonny Fortune appreciated the fact that\, no matter what the gig\, from the world’s greatest concert stages to the smallest clubs\, Steve brings the same total commitment\, utmost professionalism\, and pure joy at making music. He is also a total musician\, who continues to expand his musical horizons by studying piano and trumpet. \n\n\n\nSteve Johns was born into a musical family in Boston in 1960\, and began playing drums at the age of nine. His mother\, Goldie Tyler Johns\, was a songwriter\, and three of her brothers were saxophonists\, including the legendary Jimmy Tyler\, who was Steve’s primary influence and inspiration. It was Jimmy who encouraged the youngster to study formally with Alan Dawson\, and his three years with the master percussionist and educator enabled him to make rapid progress. While attending Natick High School\, Steve played in both the concert and jazz bands and earned chairs in both the district and state jazz ensembles. After graduating in 1979\, Steve continued his studies at the New England Conservatory of Music where he received a thorough grounding in classical percussion from Vic Firth and Fred Buda\, while playing with such local jazz greats as James Williams\, Miroslav Vituous\, Jeff Berlin\, and Mike Stern. \n\n\n\nAt NEC he met his wife-to-be\, Debbie Keefe Johns\, a fine saxophonist in her own right. In 1982\, Steve made the move to New York\, quickly establishing himself as an inspirational player at home in any musical style. Over the ensuing three decades\, Steve has worked in every conceivable setting\, from big bands such as the Gil Evans and the Count Basie orchestras\, to accompanying singers like Jessye Norman\, Helen Merrill\, Diane Schuur\, and Dakota Staton. Steve played with the late great saxophonist Thomas Chapin and his Trio along with bassist Mario Pavone. He has toured worldwide as the regular drummer for Sonny Fortune\, Benny Carter\, Dr. Billy Taylor\, and many other luminaries. His five-year tenure as a member of Taylor’s trio brought him wide exposure\, including 75 performances for the pianist’s NPR program Jazz at the Kennedy Center with such guests as Wynton Marsalis\, Nancy Wilson\, Milt Jackson\, and Randy Brecker. \n\n\n\nSteve has appeared on over seventy albums by Leon Thomas\, George Russell\, Thomas Chapin\, Dr. Billy Taylor\, Houston Person\, John McNeil\, Sonny Fortune\, Peter Leitch\, Gary Smulyan\, and Bob DeVos\, among many others. In addition to his work as a sideman\, Steve is also a member of the collective group Native Soul\, and has been co-leader on recording projects by that group (One Mind\, 2012\, American Showplace\, Soul Step\, Talking Drum Records)\, as well as on an album with saxophonist Peter Brainin (No Saints\, No Sinners\, Playscape). \n\n\n\nIn addition to his extensive credits as a player\, Steve has long been active as an educator. While with the Billy Taylor Trio\, he took part in over a hundred lecture/demonstrations throughout the U.S.\, and has regularly served on the faculty for educational programs at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst\, Long Island University\, Montclair State University\, the Litchfield Jazz Camp\, the Vermont Jazz Center\, and Jazz House Kids. Steve and Debbie co-direct the JCC Thurnauer TeenTown Jazz Program in Tenafly\, NJ\, which has featured such guests as Larry Coryell\, Bernie Williams\, and Jimmy Owens. \n\n\n\nSteve and Debbie’s musical talents have been passed directly to a new generation. Their son\, bassist Daryl Johns\, while still a teenager\, has already made his mark as one of the most highly touted musicians to burst onto the scene in recent years. A highlight of Steve’s career was the 2015 release of his CD aptly titled Family\, on which Steve\, Debbie\, and Daryl were joined by guitarists Dave Stryker and Bob DeVos. \n\n\n\nThe consummate team player\, Steve Johns has always managed to retain his own singular sound and distinctive musical persona while serving the common purpose of any group he is with. “One thing I love about jazz is having the freedom to express your own style\,” he told once told Star Ledger jazz writer Zan Stewart. “I knew from a young age you have to have your own voice.” \n\n\n\nYou can follow him on Facebook\, Instagram and Twitter.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-steve-johns-the-mythology-band-2/
LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  Manuela Zapata Arbeláez Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Colombian vocalist Manuela Zapata Arbeláez is one of the most compelling young voices emerging on today’s Latin jazz scene. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nZapata 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\, she is quickly becoming a rising presence in the NJ/NY Latin jazz community\, expanding her repertoire across jazz\, Latin\, and Portuguese traditions. \n\n\n\nJoining Manuela on stage are:Winard Harper \, Rodrigo Romero\, Patrick Stokes\, and Billy Edwards. Together\, they deliver a vibrant\, contemporary sound shaped by Afro‑Latin rhythms\, modern jazz harmony\, and Manuela’s soulful\, story‑driven vocal approach. \n\n\n\nThe Manuela Zapata Arbeláez Quintet brings to Clements Place a fresh\, heartfelt\, and culturally rich musical experience — a rising artist honoring her roots while stepping boldly into her own voice.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-manuela-zapata-arbelaez-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Nasheet Waits & Abraham Burton Two Modern Masters
DESCRIPTION:Nasheet Waits & Abraham Burton – Two Modern Masters • One Uncompromising Musical Conversation\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\nNasheet Waits & Abraham Burton \nTwo Modern Masters • One Uncompromising Musical Conversation \nNasheet Waits — Drums\nNasheet Waits is one of the most commanding and inventive drummers in modern jazz\, a New York native whose artistry is rooted in lineage\, scholarship\, and fearless creativity. Encouraged early by his father — the legendary percussionist Freddie Waits\, who performed with Ella Fitzgerald\, Sonny Rollins\, Max Roach\, and McCoy Tyner — Nasheet developed a deep rhythmic vocabulary that bridges tradition and innovation. \nHe studied psychology and history at Morehouse College before committing fully to music\, completing his Bachelor of Arts in Music at Long Island University\, where he trained under master percussionist Michael Carvin. Carvin’s mentorship\, combined with the influence of Freddie Waits and Max Roach\, shaped Nasheet into a drummer of extraordinary depth and clarity. \nWaits has performed with Andrew Hill\, Fred Hersch\, and Jason Moran & The Bandwagon\, a groundbreaking trio that has toured internationally and released seven acclaimed albums over two decades. As a bandleader\, his ensemble Equality has featured some of the most forward‑thinking voices in contemporary jazz. \nNasheet Waits brings intensity\, intellect\, and emotional honesty to every performance — a drummer whose sound is unmistakably his own. \nAbraham Burton — Saxophone\nAbraham Burton is a world‑renowned saxophonist\, composer\, and educator whose powerful tone and emotional depth have made him a defining voice on the international jazz scene. A first‑generation American of Belizean descent\, Burton grew up in New York City and began his formal jazz training under the legendary Jackie McLean at the Hartt School\, graduating with honors. \nHis professional career launched with iconic drummer Arthur Taylor\, touring Europe and performing at New York institutions including The Village Vanguard\, The Blue Note\, Sweet Basil\, Birdland\, and more. Early recognition came quickly — Burton won DownBeat’s Best Jazz Combo award and was named Outstanding Soloist\, followed by a win at the McDonald’s Jazz Combo CompetitionMason Gross School of the Arts. \nOver three decades\, Burton has appeared on more than 100 recordings\, including two Grammy‑winning albums\, and has performed with Jackie McLean\, Walter Bishop\, Roy Haynes\, and other giants of the music. He is also a respected educator\, serving as a Lecturer in Jazz Studies and Director of the Rutgers Jazz Lab Band at Mason Gross School of the ArtsMason Gross School of the Arts. \nAbraham Burton’s playing is known for its wounded tenderness\, explosive energy\, and spiritual depth — a sound that stays with you long after the final note. \nWhy This Duo Matters\nTogether\, Nasheet Waits & Abraham Burton represent two towering modern voices — one rhythmic\, one melodic — each shaped by legacy\, mentorship\, and decades of uncompromising artistry. Their performances are conversations: fiery\, intimate\, and deeply rooted in the Black American musical tradition.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-nasheet-waits-abraham-burton-two-modern-masters/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Juanga Lakunza Trombonist Composer\, and Innovator
DESCRIPTION:Juanga Lakunza sound bridges the rhythmic fire of Latin jazz with the harmonic sophistication of the contemporary jazz tradition\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nTrombonist • Composer • Jazz & Latin Jazz Innovator\nJuanga 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 tradition. Born in Pamplona\, Spain in 1982\, Lakunza’s musical foundation began in a deeply artistic family and expanded through rigorous classical and jazz training across Europe and the United States. \nA graduate of Musikene in the Basque Country (BM in Jazz Studies) and Codarts Conservatory in Rotterdam (MM in Jazz Studies)\, Lakunza studied under master musicians including Bart van Lier\, Ilja Reijngoud\, Perico Sambeat\, Toni Belenguer\, Elliot Mason\, Steve Davis\, and Marshall Gilkes. His global performance career has taken him to major festivals such as the North Sea Jazz Festival\, Donostia Heineken Jazzaldia\, Penang Island Jazz Festival\, London‑Ontario Sunfest\, and Havana Jazz Plaza. \nSince relocating to New York City in 2016\, Lakunza has become one of the most in‑demand trombonists on the scene\, performing with elite ensembles including the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra\, Mambo Legends Orchestra\, Samuel Torres Big Band\, John Benitez Quintet\, Luisito Quintero & 3rd Element\, Band of Bones\, and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra\, where he is a current member. He has shared the stage with luminaries such as Wynton Marsalis\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Bobby Shew\, Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Garry Dial\, and Allan Harris. \nWhether leading his own projects or elevating the sound of world‑class ensembles\, Juanga Lakunza brings a unique blend of technical mastery\, cultural fluency\, and soulful expression—making him a standout voice in today’s global jazz landscape. \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-juanga-lakunza-trombonist-composer-and-innovator/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents  Pianist Composer Educator Michael Cochrane
DESCRIPTION:Michael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the area.\n\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nMichael Cochrane\n \nPianist • Composer • Educator • Modern Jazz Craftsman \nMichael Cochrane is a masterful jazz pianist whose five‑decade career has made him one of the most respected creative voices in the New York–New Jersey jazz community. Born in Peekskill\, NY\, Cochrane has recorded extensively as both a leader and sideman\, contributing to major labels including SteepleChase\, Soul Note\, and Landmark Records. His artistry blends harmonic sophistication\, lyrical sensitivity\, and a deep commitment to the jazz tradition. \nCochrane has performed and recorded with an extraordinary roster of jazz greats\, including Sonny Fortune\, Jack Walrath\, Eddie Gomez\, Clark Terry\, Michael Brecker\, Chico Freeman\, Oliver Lake\, and the Spirit of Life Ensemble. His résumé spans iconic venues such as The Village Vanguard\, Dizzy’s Club Coca‑Cola\, The Blue Note\, Carnegie Hall\, and international tours across Europe\, Canada\, Japan\, Puerto Rico\, Greece\, Russia\, the Philippines\, and the Caribbean. \nA dedicated educator\, Cochrane holds a Master of Arts in Music and Music Education from New York University and has taught at Rutgers University\, Princeton University\, the Bloomingdale School of Music\, and the JCC Thurnauer School of MusicJazzInfo. He has also authored several books of piano instruction published by Second Floor Music and Hal Leonard. \nWith over ten albums as a leader and a lifetime of contributions to the music\, Michael Cochrane continues to inspire audiences with performances that are thoughtful\, swinging\, and deeply expressive — a true modern jazz craftsman. \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-pianist-composer-educator-michael-cochrane/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rutgers IJS Presents Pianist Edsel Gomez
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening of world‑class Latin jazz as ​w​e present internationally acclaimed Afro‑Caribbean pianist Edsel Gomez.\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nRutgers IJS Presents: Pianist Edsel Gomez\n \nExperience an extraordinary evening of jazz mastery as the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies presents internationally acclaimed pianist Edsel Gomez—one of today’s premier voices in Latin jazz. \nBorn in Puerto Rico and shaped by a lifetime immersed in Afro‑Caribbean rhythm and global musical traditions\, Gomez began playing piano at age five and has since built a career defined by innovation\, depth\, and cultural fusion. A Grammy‑nominated artist for his album Cubist Music\, Gomez has collaborated with legends including Celia Cruz\, Chick Corea\, Gary Burton\, Don Byron\, Dee Dee Bridgewater\, and many more. \nHis performances are celebrated for their rhythmic fire\, lyrical sensitivity\, and seamless blending of jazz with Afro‑Caribbean and world influences—a sound that continues to push the music forward. \nJoin us for an intimate\, inspiring evening with a true master of contemporary Latin jazz\, presented by the world‑renowned Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University. \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-pianist-edsel-gomez-2/
LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Apartment building\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States
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