Dorthaan's Place showcases the Nat Adderley Jr. Quartet, led by pianist Nat Adderley Jr., renowned for his work as a composer and music director for Luther Vandross. The event is part of NJPAC's Sunday jazz brunch series, offering a vibrant atmosphere where guests can enjoy jazz music alongside brunch. Adderley's performance draws inspiration from jazz greats like Chick Corea, John Coltrane, and Thelonious Monk, ensuring an engaging experience for attendees.
Cast and Creative team for DORTHAAN’S PLACE: NAT ADDERLEY JR. QUARTET at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Cast
Christian McBride
bass/bandleader
Andra Day
vocals
Nuyorican Poets Café Slam Team
Ensemble
Tyehimba Jess
poet
DJ Spinna
Ensemble
Raina Simone
rapper
Slick Rick
hip-hop artist
Rakim
hip-hop artist
Chuck D
hip-hop artist
Ledisi
vocals
José James
vocals
Carlos Varela
vocals + guitar
Diana Fuentes
vocals
Jackson Browne
guitar + vocals
Rodrigo Toscano
poet
Savion Glover
tap dance + percussion
Omar Sosa
piano
Stanley Jordan
guitar
Nat Adderley Jr.
piano.
Stanley Clarke
bass
Creative Team
Ann Hampton Callaway
Judge
Gary Walker
Host
James Austin Jr.
Pianist and Bandleader
Eyesha Marable
AVP, Comm Engagement
Wayne Winborne
Executive Director
Jon Faddis
Judge
Nnenna Freelon
Judge
Janis Siegel
Judge
DJ Spinna
DJ
Jackson Browne
Guitar + Vocals.
Rachael Price
Vocals
Vilray Bolles
Guitar + Vocals
George Cables
Piano
Arturo Sandoval
Trumpet
Nat Adderley Jr.
Piano
Christian McBride
Bandleader
Christian McBride
Jazz Advisor
John Scheiber
President and CEO
Angela Thomas
Press Representative
Martin Melilli
Commercial Market President
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