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NJPAC Jazz Jam #2 at Clement's Place in Newark NJ (15 Washington Street) James Austin opened with his quartet then the jam opened for all musicians! James Austin - piano, Steve Davis - trombone, David Williams - bass, Alvester Garnett - drums, with special guest, Alexis Morrast (vocalist).
Co-presented by NJPAC and Wayne Winborne, Executive Director of the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers-Newark, and NJPAC Eyesha Marable these Jazz Jam Sessions attract ace musicians, from New Jersey and beyond, seeking to play alongside their musical heroes and peers. The 2019-20 series is curated and directed by pianist and bandleader James Austin, Jr. in consultation with the Jazz Advisory Committee of NJPAC’s Community Engagement Department.
Read MoreCo-presented by NJPAC and Wayne Winborne, Executive Director of the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers-Newark, and NJPAC Eyesha Marable these Jazz Jam Sessions attract ace musicians, from New Jersey and beyond, seeking to play alongside their musical heroes and peers. The 2019-20 series is curated and directed by pianist and bandleader James Austin, Jr. in consultation with the Jazz Advisory Committee of NJPAC’s Community Engagement Department.