August 15 Downtown Jamboree at Lackawanna Plaza Performers Include: Take Me to the River New Orleans All-Stars (featuring Cyril Neville) Dianne Reeves Christian McBride Big Band w/ Bilal Patrice Rushen Spanish Harlem Orchestra JAZZ HOUSE Collective Celebrates John Coltrane and Miles Davis Gotham Kings Five-Week Soundcheck Series Performers Include: Bobby Watson/Jason Moran (June 16) The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Guest Conductor John Faddis (July 1

Rebirth Brass Band: The Grammy-Winning New Orleans Group Keeping Brass Band Jazz Alive Why Rebirth Brass Band Remains One of the Most Exciting Live Jazz Groups Few groups capture the spirit, energy, and soul of New Orleans music like Rebirth Brass Band. For more than four decades, the legendary ensemble has helped redefine modern brass band music by blending traditional New Orleans jazz with funk, hip-hop, soul, and street-parade rhythms. Known worldwide for their explosive l

Joel Ross’ Good Vibes Brings Modern Chicago Jazz to the MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Soundcheck Series on July 28 Joel Ross is one of the leading voices in modern jazz today. The Chicago-born vibraphonist and Blue Note Records artist has earned international acclaim for music that blends rhythmic sophistication, lyrical melody, and adventurous improvisation. Since releasing his breakthrough album KingMaker in 2019, Ross has quickly established himself as one of the most innovative

The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra and Jon Faddis Keep Big Band Jazz Alive and Thriving Why the Count Basie Orchestra Remains One of the Greatest Jazz Ensembles in History Few groups in American music history carry the legacy, power, and influence of The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra. For generations, the orchestra has defined the sound of big band jazz through its unmatched swing, precision, and energy. Now, under the direction of guest conductor and trumpet virtuoso Jon

Orrin Evans Brings Bold Contemporary Jazz to the MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL SoundCheck Series on July 14 Who Is Orrin Evans? Philadelphia-born pianist Orrin Evans has spent more than two decades building a reputation as one of jazz’s most adventurous and independent artists. Throughout his career, Evans has earned widespread acclaim for his innovative compositions, emotionally charged performances, and genre-crossing collaborations. He has released numerous acclaimed recordings

Who Is Michele Rosewoman? Michele Rosewoman is one of the most innovative pianists and composers in contemporary jazz. Over a career spanning decades, she has earned international recognition for her groundbreaking approach to rhythm, improvisation, and composition. Her music draws deeply from Afro-Cuban traditions while incorporating elements of post-bop, avant-garde jazz, and experimental improvisation. Rosewoman’s performances are known for their complexity, emotional inte

Bobby Watson: Why the Legendary Jazz Saxophonist Remains a Must-See Live Performer One of the Most Influential Jazz Musicians of His Generation Few artists have shaped modern jazz as profoundly as Bobby Watson. The internationally acclaimed saxophonist, composer, educator, and bandleader has spent decades redefining contemporary jazz through powerful performances, innovative compositions, and fearless improvisation. For jazz fans searching for legendary live jazz artists, inf

Jason Moran: The Visionary Pianist Redefining Modern Jazz Performance Why Jason Moran Is One of the Most Important Jazz Artists Today Few contemporary musicians have transformed jazz performance as boldly and creatively as Jason Moran. The acclaimed pianist, composer, bandleader, and artistic visionary has spent more than two decades expanding the boundaries of modern jazz while remaining deeply connected to its history. Known for blending jazz improvisation with classical m

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Pedro Pablo “Pedrito” Martinez was born in Havana, Cuba in 1973 in the Cayo Hueso neighborhood of Old Havana, and began his musical...

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