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Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed jazz pianist known to "swing like a beast!”. He is a Yamaha-endorsed Artist. Early in his career, Fuller’s undeniable talent earned him the position of musical director and pianist for vocalist Ernestine Anderson. He then went on to play in drummer Jeff Hamilton’s Trio, bassist Ray Brown’s Trio, and John Pizzarelli’s Quartet. Today, Fuller leads The Larry Fuller Trio. His musical programs are consistently praised for their emotive style, monster technique, and versatility. From bop, to stride, to swing, to blues, hear Fuller play at the Bickford Theatre. Tickets are on sale!

Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed American jazz pianist, band leader, and composer known by critics and fans to ”swing like a beast!”.  He is a Yamaha-endorsed Artist. Larry Fuller hails from Toledo, Ohio.  Early in his career, Fuller’s undeniable talent earned him the position of musical director and pianist for vocalist Ernestine Anderson, pianist for drummer Jeff Hamilton’s Trio, and final pianist in legendary bassist Ray Brown’s Trio.  He has also performed, toured and recorded with guitarist-vocalist John Pizzarelli.

Doc Ashton and the Root Canals expand their group to a 20 piece jazz big band for the Doc Ashton and the Root Canals Christmas Big Band Extravaganza at St James United Methodist Church in Danville. The program is all Christmas big band music. The free concert is on Sunday, December 19th at 3:00 and 6:30pm. Several vocalists will perform with the band. This family friendly program is great holiday fun! Cookies and holiday punch will be served after each performance. See you there!

Jazz guitarist David Stern brings his drummerless trio (featuring Lewis Porter on piano and Kenny Davis on bass) to Pangea for a night of music. Two sets, no cover charge, and great food/drinks. http://www.pangeanyc.com/show/front-lounge-david-stern-trio-830pm-no-cover-2/ https://davidsternjazz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/davidsternjazz/

Boricua Blues, written by Jose Mangual Jr for his father, continues Freeman’s series of Latinjazz/salsa concerts highlighting the bygone era of Latin music record distributors in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan, the tradition of vibraphone in Latin music, and tributes to the music of high profile groups Freeman has been a part of for over two decades.

Mike Freeman - Vibraphone; TBA Trumpet; Gabriel Vivas - Bass; Roberto Quintero - Congas; Joel Mateo - Drums; Jose Mangual JR - Vocals, Bongos; JR DeJesus - Piano, Coro; Luis Soto - Guiro, Coro

Sponsored by LMCC Creative Engagement and The Jazz Foundation

On Sunday May 15th, the place to be is the Cutting Room when VTY Jazz Arts presents another Sunday Serenade. This tribute will be for the great Kenny Dorham. This is an event that any hard core fan will want to be there live and in-person. The featured artists are Brian Lynch trumpet, Stacy Dilliard saxophones, Dave Kikoski piano, Curtis Lundy bass and Victor Lewis drums. Look forward to seeing you on the 15th of May live at the Cutting Room where we never ask you to leave after the first set. Great food, fabulous sound and it's spacious. Need i say more! Reservations:917-882-9539

No matter where we come from, we are all part of the same circle. We all want to dance, to get out of our heads, and tap into ourselves. When delivered by the Taj Mahal Quartet, the blues can take us there! Grammy-winning legend Taj Mahal, internationally renowned bassist Bill Rich, guitarist and lap steel master Bobby Ingano, and revered percussionist Kester Smith take the blues on a joyride through reggae, funk, jazz, cajun, and more, leaving a trail of swinging hips and raised palms in their wake.

The world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra brings timeless classics like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Pennsylvania 6-5000, String of Pearls and Tuxedo Junction back to the stage. Even 80 years after founding his famous orchestra Glenn Miller's music is alive and well. Over 18 musicians and singers bring the unforgettable Glenn Miller sound and perform those songs that everyone remembers... This is a show not to miss for jazz and swing fans alike or the incurable romantics who want to step back in time. The legendary Glenn Miller was the most successful of all the dance bandleaders back in the Swing era of the 1930s and 1940s.

Tito Puente Jr. Kicks Off ‘Salsa Night’ at Newark Symphony Hall

Join Billboard Music Award-winning musician Tito Puente Jr. & His Latin Jazz Ensemble as we kick of Salsa Night!

New to Latin Dancing? No worries, instructors from Newark’s own Smiling David Dance School will be in attendance to show you the moves.

Special guest Senator M. Teresa Ruiz, NJ’s first Latina Senate Majority Leader.

Salsa Night is a free event, but prior registration is required for tickets.

Sponsored by Prudential Financial
Special thanks to Monterreal Water

With three big band albums on HighNote/Savant Records, guitarist Peter Hand brings his 16 piece big band to the Byram Shubert Library for a concert on May 19. Featuring a roster of world-class musicians, the band will perform Hand's original compositions and new arrangements of jazz classics. With: Peter Hand- guitar; Jay Brandford, Bruce Williams, Don Braden, Ralph Lalama, Kenny Berger- saxes; Brian Pareschi, Eddie Allen, Duane Eubanks, John Bailey- trumpets; Mark Patterson, James Burton III, Jason Jackson- trombones; James Weidman- keyboard, Harvie S- bass, Steve Johns- drums