BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gregory Burrus Productions - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gregory Burrus Productions 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: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:20260422T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260331T223908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T030332Z UID:10002665-1776886200-1776895200@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-pianist-composer-educator-michael-cochrane-2/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/4bae7bc336d554d9e7287fced8a7d400-qhkIiM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260331T223907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T030014Z UID:10002664-1776713400-1776720600@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ijs-presents-jazz-house-kids-big-band-w-bruce-williams/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/eb954155abfca4e1f1afcee7afb9c863-JKF3OW.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260331T223905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T025501Z UID:10002662-1775849400-1775858400@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-and-greg-burrus-present-cyrus-chestnut/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7c5745115857844285fb5d7978ce715c-8NTH1N.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260331T222109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T223435Z UID:10002658-1775242800-1775253600@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-clements-place-presents-bruce-barth/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/f4ca7d54bd88561a4c440f3c7f221f6f-K7ofvp.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260226T034107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T034107Z UID:10002638-1773430200-1773439200@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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 \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-the-dynamic-steve-kroon-quintet/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/f58cb08c3a53ae65e9249d0dcec53dd9-rvxfAk.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260226T034106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T034106Z UID:10002637-1773257400-1773266400@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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). \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/ruthers-ijs-dorthaan-kirk-present-sonelius-smith-adam-kahan-and-friends/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/48a6eaf9fdc63f0d560925a6f0034cd0-QBT0Cm.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 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. \n \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... 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:20260305T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20251226T000849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T152204Z UID:10002616-1772739000-1772748000@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-amina-figarova/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/494590fe0870d5ba63202c60cb58aa36-fy0cW8.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260226T034105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T034105Z UID:10002636-1772652600-1772661600@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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 \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-the-nat-adderley-jr-quartet-and-cd-release-party/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/646f6c9460d99f3b6734cdeafda1863d-TlQ9NM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260226T015255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T015255Z UID:10002634-1772220600-1772229600@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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 \n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-saxophone-legend-leo-johnsons-generations-band/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/6f836e6d046fa8edb9d2efc3ed9d7851-Gv6BJ6.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260129T202336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T234048Z UID:10002631-1771358400-1771363800@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-manuela-zapata-arbelaez-quintet-2/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Manuella-Zapata-Singer-Clements-Eventbrite.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20251226T000850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T172824Z UID:10002617-1771011000-1771020000@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-nasheet-waits-abraham-burton-two-modern-masters/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/abad859fcf79d3fe1df6d5f38b055921-UGH8NJ.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20251226T000847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T051244Z UID:10002614-1769801400-1769810400@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-juanga-lakunza-trombonist-composer-and-innovator/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/45daa508a4a3b80093daae7ad8b9deed-lbTUA9.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20251225T231108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T052113Z UID:10002613-1769196600-1769205600@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-pianist-composer-educator-michael-cochrane/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/4bae7bc336d554d9e7287fced8a7d400-qhkIiM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T220000 DTSTAMP:20260427T133422 CREATED:20260103T002919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T002922Z UID:10002621-1769023800-1769032800@gregoryburrusproductions.com 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n More\n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/rutgers-ijs-presents-pianist-edsel-gomez-2/ LOCATION:Clement’s Place\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, 07102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/f78eb68fd28d1f1c5270160adfb8ccab-VlclYP.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR