Niladri Kumaar to Open TD James Moody Jazz Festival at NJPAC
Sitarist Niladri Kumaar will bring his tribute to the late tabla maestro Zakir Hussain to NJPAC's Victoria Theater in Newark, kicking off the TD James Moody Jazz Festival.
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NJPAC Opens Registration for TD JAZZ FOR TEENS 2026-27 Season
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark has opened registration for its TD Jazz for Teens program, offering jazz instruction and performance opportunities for student musicians ages 13-18.
NJPAC Unveils Star-Studded Lineup for 2026 TD James Moody Jazz Festival
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark has announced additions to its jazz festival lineup, with tributes to Miles Davis, Zakir Hussain and James Moody among the programming.
Jon Batiste and Nicholas Payton to Tribute Louis Armstrong at TD James Moody Jazz Festival
Nicholas Payton and Jon Batiste will perform at NJPAC's TD James Moody Jazz Festival, premiering Louis Armstrong at 125: A New Orleans Celebration, featuring fellow New Orleans musicians Reginald Veal and Herlin Riley.
Lineup Set For 15th Annual TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL at NJPAC
NJPAC revealed the lineup for the 15th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival in Newark, featuring an Ben Vereen 80th birthday celebration, and performances by Gregory Porter, Charles Lloyd, and Christian McBride.
TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL to Return to NJPAC for 15th Annual Edition
NJPAC announced the lineup for the 2026 TD James Moody Jazz Festival in Newark, NJ, featuring tributes to Miles Davis, Zakir Hussain, and James Moody, plus a rare Ben Vereen 80th birthday performance.
John Patitucci, Danilo Pérez, Terri Lyne Carrington, and More Will Come to Smoke Jazz Club
Smoke Jazz Club announced its upcoming lineup, featuring John Patitucci's bandleader debut, Danilo Pérez Trio, NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington, and Eric Alexander with Brad Mehldau and Nicholas Payton.
Pianist Kenny Barron Will Perform at Smoke Jazz Club in March
Renowned pianist Kenny Barron will return to Smoke Jazz Club for a series of performances from March 25 to March 29, 2026.
Kate Kortum Wins 2025 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) announced Kate Kortum as the winner of the 14th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition.
Chris Autore Celebrates 75 Years in Show Business With LOOK AT ME NOW at Don't Tell Mama
Look At Me Now features a vibrant mix of pop and Broadway hits, backed by a three piece band led by Ike Reeves on piano, with Sean Conly on bass and Ray Marchica on drums.
Christian McBride Big Band With Andra Day, José James And Ledisi To Perform At NJPAC
Christian McBride will lead his acclaimed Big Band in a one-night performance at NJPAC on November 21, joined by guest vocalists Andra Day, José James and Ledisi.
Bass Played By Scott LaFaro Donated To New Jersey Performing Arts Center
An iconic Prescott double bass constructed in the early 1800s, once owned by jazz great Scott LaFaro, has been loaned to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) by the International Society of Bassists.
Vince Giordano, Carole J. Bufford and More Will Play Birdland This Fall
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced their October 20 through November 2 lineup of shows, including The Bean Tones, Frank Catalano Quartet, Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks, and Jim Caruso's Cast Party with Billy Stritch at the piano.
14th Annual TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL Comes to NJPAC in November
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) will present the 14th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival from November 8–23, 2025.
NJPAC Opens Registration For 2025–26 TD Jazz For Teens Program
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced that registration is now open for the 2025–26 season of TD Jazz for Teens, one of the nation’s premier jazz education programs for high school students.
NJPAC 2025 TD James Moody Jazz Festival to Feature Christian McBride, Andra Day, Ledisi, Chuck D & More
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the lineup for the 14th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival, running November 8–23, 2025.
Cécile McLorin Salvant, Kurt Elling And More Join Kenny Barron On SONGBOOK
NEA Jazz Master and 14x GRAMMY nominee Kenny Barron will release Songbook, arriving November 14, 2025 on Artwork Records.
Registration Now Open For NJPAC's TD Jazz For Teens 2025-26 Education Program
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center is celebrating 28 years of offering thousands of high schoolers from Newark and beyond music lessons and performance experiences through its popular TD Jazz for Teens program
Lesher Center for the Arts Unveils SFJAZZ @ The Lesher Center Series
Diablo Regional Arts Association and the Lesher Center Presents Headliners series revealed SFJAZZ @ The Lesher Center.
Jim Saltzman Appointed Dean Of Jazz Arts At Manhattan School Of Music
Renowned international music conservatory Manhattan School of Music has announced that acclaimed composer, conductor, and saxophonist Jim Saltzman has been appointed Dean of the School's prestigious Jazz Arts division, effective July 1, 2025.
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