Kayla was a JAZZ HOUSE NYC Student, who is now enrolled at New Jersey City University studying Jazz Performance. A student like her, who has been showing up for her peers in the community, rehearsals, and is committed to the craft are the kind of students we aim to support through the Give An Instrument […]
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Miguel, a longtime JAZZ HOUSE student, dreamed of studying music education—but did not own his own horn. Thanks to GIVE AN INSTRUMENT, Miguel received a baritone saxophone, paving the way to William Paterson University and a future as a music educator ready to give back to Newark schools.
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Discover the full artist lineup and new festival layout for the Montclair Jazz Festival 2025 Downtown Jamboree, a free all-day celebration in Montclair, NJ on September 13.
The singular jazz guitarist brings his golden tone to Trinity. Hear a jazz quartet led by “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years” (The Village Voice). Dave Stryker is known for his “golden tone, urgent style, and the kind of heated technique that can blow the roof off any gig”
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The award-winning jazz vocalist visits Trinity Hear award-winning vocalist and composer Andromeda Turre, whose work seamlessly blends the rich traditions of jazz with bold contemporary narratives. The daughter of trombonist Steve Turre and cellist Akua Dixon, Turre was raised in the heart of New York City and immersed in the artistry of legends like Dizzy
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The dynamic trumpeter brings his signature sound Don’t miss this opportunity to hear a quintet helmed by one of the jazz world’s preeminent young trumpeters, Jeremy Pelt. Since forging an early bond with the Mingus Big Band, Pelt has continued to create meaningful collaborations, performing alongside such notable ensembles as the Roy Hargrove Big Band, the
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About Godwin Louis Acclaimed alto saxophonist, composer, arranger, and educator Godwin Louis has graced stages around the globe. Born in Harlem and raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Port au Prince, Haiti, he taps into every corner of his multicultural background to create his work. The result is a diverse palette of jazz, gospel, classical, and
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Experience saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Camille Thurman alongside the Darrell Green Quartet as they showcase their talents at Jazz at One. Renowned for her ability to seamlessly transition between virtuosic saxophone solos and soul-stirring vocals, Thurman captivates audiences with a style that blends jazz, soul, and blues into a dynamic, genre-defying sound. As a trailblazer
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Trinity, in collaboration with JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, presents Jazz Icons to showcase some of the most prolific and influential artists in jazz history.
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Born in Camden, New Jersey, Williams began his career in the early ’60s, quickly rising to prominence with his impeccable technique, deep tone, harmonic innovation, and lyrical sensitivity. He has performed and recorded with a long list of jazz greats, including Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Sarah Vaughan, Count Basie, Nancy Wilson, Art Blakey, Chick Corea,
Job Description JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is a nationally recognized and award-winning nonprofit music education and performance organization headquartered in Montclair, NJ. JAZZ HOUSE KiDS produces the MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL in August + September and the JAZZ HOUSE Summer Workshop every August, which presents an excellent opportunity for interns to see many aspects of festival + event production and nonprofit administration during
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MUSIC FESTIVAL SITE MANAGER – SEASONAL POSITION Job Summary: JAZZ HOUSE KiDS seeks an energetic and experienced Music Festival Site Manager to contribute to the planning and execution of events associated with and leading up to the 2025 MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL at this highly regarded, award-winning community arts organization. The MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL encompasses a
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The Lowdown: Conversations with Christian® Featuring the great Beninese-French powerhouse + messenger for peace ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO with host CHRISTIAN McBRIDE The 9th Annual RALPH PUCCI Jazz Set was a great success! We are grateful for our indelible host Christian McBride and special guest Angélique Kidjo whose spectacular performances and message of love were so uplifting and will continue
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