Patrice Rushen is an award-winning musician and composer who is also one of the most sought after artists in the music industry. She is a classically trained pianist who originally found success in the 70’s and 80’s with her signature fusion of jazz, pop and R&B. During this era, she composed and recorded the hit song, “Forget Me Nots,” which has been frequently covered and sampled by other artists. Rushen is also a four-time, Grammy nominee who has composed scores for mov

Get ready, Montclair! The Gotham Kings, one of the most exhilarating and high-energy brass ensembles in the country, are set to light up the stage at the 2026 Montclair Jazz Festival this September. Fusing New Orleans-style jazz with modern flair, this band isn’t just playing music—they’re throwing a party you won’t want to miss.