Stanley Jordan, a world-renowned jazz guitarist, will pay tribute to the legendary Jimi Hendrix in a special performance. Known for his innovative two-handed touch technique, Jordan's concert promises to channel Hendrix’s iconic style while showcasing his own unique artistry. The event will take place at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, providing an intimate setting for this homage to a musical giant.
Cast and Creative team for STANLEY JORDAN PLAYS JIMI at New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Cast
Christian McBride Big Band
ensemble
Ben Williams
bass
NJMEA All-State Jazz Band and Choir
ensemble
Luisito Rosario
vocals
Nat Adderley Jr.
piano
Savion Glover
tap dance + percussion
Stanley Clarke
bass
Stanley Jordan
guitar
Omar Sosa
piano
Lenny Williams
vocals
Nuyorican Poets Café Slam Team
poets
DJ Spinna
DJ
Vilray Bolles
guitar + vocals
Rachael Price
vocals
Theodis Ealey
vocals/guitar
King George
vocals
West Love
vocals
Pokey Bear
vocals
Tucka James
vocals
Natural Adderley Jr. Quartet
ensemble.
Alexander Claffy
bass
Andra Day
vocals
Chuck D
hip-hop artist
Christian McBride
bass/bandleader
Diana Fuentes
vocals
José James
vocals
Ledisi
vocals
Rakim
hip-hop artist
Slick Rick
hip-hop artist
Raina Simone
rapper
Tyehimba Jess
poet
Arturo Sandoval
trumpet
Caridad de la Luz
poet
Rodrigo Toscano
poet
Creative Team
Bill Stephney
Curator
Ann Hampton Callaway
Judge
Gary Walker
Host
Vilray Bolles
Guitarist
Rachael Price
Vocalist
Savion Glover
Choreographer
Nat Adderley Jr.
Pianist
Christian McBride
Bandleader
Eyesha Marable
AVP, Comm Engagement
Wayne Winborne
Executive Director
Martin Melilli
TD Bank Commercial Market President
Angela Thomas
Press Representative
Jon Faddis
Judge
Nnenna Freelon
Judge
Janis Siegel
Judge
Tyreek McDole
Vocalist
James Austin, Jr.
Director
John Scheiber
President and CEO
Christian McBride
Jazz Advisor
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