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SUMMARY:Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley with George Caldwell\, Eddie Allen & Paul Carr at The TBJAZZ FESTIVAL '25 CLOSING BRUNCH BASH
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nTrue Blue Jazz Festival & Founders\, Peggy Raley & Eddie Sherman were given the CLIFFORD BROWN JAZZ AWARD for “TOP JAZZ PRESENTERS OF THE YEAR ” by Cityfest & The City of Wilmington DE ~ April 30th of 2021 \n“One of the great Tenor Sax Players on Jazz Scene today.”\n– Jazz Forward on Paul Carr Tenor Sax\, Educator\, Mid Atlantic jazz Festival President / Executive Producer \n“Grammy Winning Pianist George Caldwell is a fully tenured jazz piano legend… He’s one of the pre-eminent swing jazz players in modern jazz” \n– Jeff Miers\, The Buffalo News Music Critic \n“Allen’s control of the timbers\, from guttural moans to clarion peals\, and his ability to squeeze whimpers out of brass and hurl them at the listener\, marks him as a horn man to watch.”\n– W. Royal Stokes-The Washington Post \n2025’s Festival Closing Brunch Bash will be ‘One for the Books’ with lineup of players on the Bandstand with Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley. Whether accompanying or performances of tunes pulled for the Ensemble just for this show…these tenured Jazz Artists will be bringin’ it in every note & measure played. True Blue Jazz Founders/Producer & Vocalists Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley will be backed by an All-Star “Off The Hook” roster of premier Philadelphia area & beyond Jazz Players. Each one respected for their skills & artistry as Jazz Musicians & Educators….this Group will be featuring…. Paul Carr on Tenor Sax\, Trumpet Player Extraordinaire Eddie Allan\, George Caldwell at the Piano…with Grammy Winning Bassist Lee Smith…plus Philly drummers’ Drummer\, Webb Thomas. \nIt’s LIVE JAZZ!!! One Show Only!…& Only at BOARDWALK PLAZA HOTEL Rehoboth Beach DE\nDoors Open at 1pm\nReserved Seating for Brunch & Show Required\nAvailable Online or through Special Hotel Package Direct with\nThe Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\nIt’s a Blockbuster Show Event that you don’t want to miss! 2025’s 13th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival Closing Brunch Bash…the biggest “Closer” EVER!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/eddie-sherman-peggy-raley-with-paul-carr-george-caldwell-at-the-tbjazz-festival-25-closing-brunch-bash/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
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SUMMARY:WYCLIFFE GORDON & SEPTET at Nassau Valley Vineyards Winery
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nName a contemporary Touring Professional American Jazz Trombonist\, arranger\, composer\, band leader\, who is also a collegiate/conservatory level music educator\, who also sings and plays 22 other instruments…\nIf you said 2025’s True Blue Jazz Festival Star Performer in our Saturday Night Headline Event\, Wycliffe Gordon….you would be correct! \nWith over 20 CD’s to his credit as a Band Leader\, and numerous others as a Sideman…Wycliffe is a prolific Jazz recording & performance artist. He is as renowned for his prowess on the Trombone as he is as a Composer\, Conductor\, or Arranger. Early in his professional career\, he established great credentials through his performances in the Wynton Marsalis Septet. Likewise as an original member of Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra…and as a featured guest artist on Billy Taylor’s “Jazz at the Kennedy Center” Series. \nAs a Music & Jazz Educator\, Wycliffe Gordon presents master classes\, clinics\, workshops\, children’s concerts and lectures to students from elementary schools to universities all over the world. In recognition of his professional and academic accomplishments\, since 2000\, Wycliffe has held positions as Associate Professor at Michigan State University\, Professor of Jazz Arts at Manhattan School of Music\, and Professor of Jazz Studies at The Juilliard School. He is currently the Augusta University Director of Jazz Studies in Augusta Georgia. \nDuring his appearance here for 2025’s 13th Annual True Blue Jazz Festivals’ Headliner Concert Event on Saturday October18th…Wycliffe Gordon will arrive on Friday the 17th in order to conduct a Master Class Workshop for the Cape Henlopen High School Jazz Band Students. \nOver the years\, Wycliffe Gordon has shared the stage or recorded with the like of Wynton and Branford Marsalis\, Paul Simon\, Natalie Merchant\, Rene Marie\, Dianne Reeves\, Anat Cohen\, Ricky Skaggs\, Arturo Sandoval\, Doc Severinsen\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Lionel Hampton\, Tommy Flanagan\, Shirley Horn\, Joe Henderson\, Eric Reed\, and Randy Sandke\, to name just a few. Wycliffe has received the award for ‘Trombonist of the Year’ 15 times since 2001\, by the Jazz Journalists Association. He is also the youngest member of the ‘U.S. Statesmen of Jazz’ (a touring ensemble featuring senior musicians)\, and in many tour performances continues to serve as a musical ambassador for the U.S. State Department. \nThe 13th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival for 2025 proudly presents the Wycliffe Gordon Event from 8p-1030p on Saturday October 18th at Nassau Valley Vineyards Winery in Grand Cru Hall. \nWycliffe will perform with a Septet that features a special treat for Jazz Fans from DC to NYC….an outstanding lineup of top jazz artists will accompany Mr. Gordon through his selected Jazz Charts of favorites\, & from among his personal catalogue of his own compositions. MAJF’s Tenor Sax Impresario Paul Carr\, Multi Instrumentalist on Alto Sax Cody Leavel\, and also in from NYC on the Bari Sax…Jerry Weldon. It’s powerhouse group of jazz talent that’s been assembled to bring you a REAL Jazz True Blue ‘All Star’ Revue…providing you with the pinnacle of performance perfection for this dynamite Saturday Night Jazz Show that features our 13th Annual True Blue Jazz Star Performer – Wycliffe Gordon. \nDon’t get caught watchin’ the paint dry!!!\nSaturday Night October 18th at 8pm at Nassau Valley Vineyards Winery!!!\nGet your Tickets NOW!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/wycliffe-gordon-septet/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards\, 32165 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pianist Joe Block & Vocalist Georgia Heers • True Blue Jazz Festival - ONE SHOW ONLY!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nONE SHOW ONLY\nTo hear Joe Block at the piano with the vocal artistry of Georgia Heers is to peek into the promising future of American Jazz. Already veterans of gigs at the many of the legendary jazz venues & concert halls of New York City & beyond….Joe Block & Georgia Heers will undoubtedly deliver a Special Evening for True Blue Jazz Festival 2025! \nTheir appearance in ’24 during our Summer Show Series at The Pines was a Sell Out…with the audience tossing high accolades as they made their way out the door! \nNow in 2025\, Joe Block & Georgia Heers continue to hit new heights on the NYC Scene\, landing in the Broadway production of “Good Night & Good Luck”; with Joe Block as Associate Music Director & on Keyboards…Georgia Heers in a Supporting Player on stage. It was only fitting that True Blue Jazz should have them return to our Boardwalk Plaza Jazz Stage in a reinvigorated reprise of their intimate & moving evening of Jazz entertainment. \nJoin us\, Saturday October 18th in the True Blue Jazz Showroom at The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel in Rehoboth Beach Delaware. \nDoors will Open 6pm ~ Show Time is 7p-830p. And\, as always…Quiet during Performances is Appreciated. Get Your Tickets Now….& consider making your Dinner Reservations at Victoria’s Restaurant in the Hotel before or after the performance to complete your evening enjoying our True Blue Jazz Festival.
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/pianist-joe-block/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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SUMMARY:True Blue Smokin' Hot Firehouse BIG BAND Jazz Marathon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nOnce again for 2025’s 13th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival…It’s The Big Band Marathon & Jazz Organ Trio Party!!! Saturday October 18th from 12N-6P…Tickets $35.00 / Online or At the Door at the Rehoboth Volunteer Firehouse….located at 219 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach! \nSwingin’ into its 8th BLOCKBUSTER YEAR & still Smokin’ RED HOT!!!! This Firehouse Jazz Event keeps turning’ & burnin’… with Delaware’s ALL STAR Jazz Organist…Bill “Mr. B3” Dilks & his Trio…keepin’ the Jazz embers Red Hot between the Big Band Sets! \nIt’s Year #9 with our FANTASTIC Crew at the Rehoboth Beach All Volunteer Fire Company…& as always…ALL PROCEEDS from our Ticket Sales for Saturday October 18th donated back to the incredible work of our RBVF Company & Emergency Responders!!! \n…with 4 Big Bands swingin’ it hard All Afternoon!!! \nCape Henlopen High School Jazz Band • Lewes DE \nDelmarva Big Band • Delmarva Peninsula \nColumbia Jazz Orchestra • Columbia MD \nSt. Marks Spartan Alumni Jazz Big Band • Wilmington DE \nFeaturing Beverage Bar donated by Atlantic Liquors • 19108 Coastal Hwy 1 Rehoboth Beach DE
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/true-blue-smokin-hot-firehouse/
LOCATION:Rehoboth Beach Fire House\, 219 Rehoboth Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19958\, United States
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SUMMARY:JERRY WELDON TRIO - SECOND SHOW!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nSECOND SHOW\nGet Ready!!! Here’s a warning for all Jazz Fans who plan to attend the Friday\, October 17th Jazz Organ Concert with Hammond B3 Mater\, LUCAS BROWN….teaming up with the acclaimed\, Internationally Renowned Saxman JERRY WELDON!!! \nA dominant player on the jazz scene for more than 45 years. Jerry Weldon boasts eight CD’s as a leader and more sideman sides than even he can count…or remember\, this native New Yorker’s performance/recording resumé reflects his venerable tenor tenure and reads like a virtual “Who’s Who of Jazz.” \nIn 1981\, Jerry joined the legendary Lionel Hampton Orchestra and continued his association with Hamp into the new millennium. Next came a long\, rewarding stint with master organist Jack McDuff & his “Heatin’ System.” Additionally Jerry has worked with organists Jimmy McGriff\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Bobby Forrester\, Dr. Lonnie Smith\, and Mel Rhyne\, trombone great Al Grey\, piano giants George Cables and Cedar Walton\, drum legends Roy Haynes and Jimmy Cobb as well as guitarist/singer George Benson\, guitarist Earl Klugh\, bassist Keter Betts\, singer Mel Tormé and a host of other legendary musicians. In 1990\, Jerry became a charter member and featured soloist with Harry Connick Jr.’s newly formed big band..& continues on with the HC Big Band today! \nLucas Brown & Jerry Weldon are joined by one of the most ‘In-Demand drummers on the East Coast Jazz Scene & beyond \, as they take the Stage in Boardwalk Plaza’s True Blue Jazz Showroom for 2 powerhouse Shows….630pm & 830pm. 
This Trio promises to deliver an uncontainable & energized REAL Jazz Show that just may take some recovery time! Buckle Up for a wildly entertaining ride…..
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/tenor-saxman-jerry-weldon/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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SUMMARY:THAD WILSON BIG BAND
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nTHAD WILSON THINKS BIG….ALWAYS!!! \nThad Wilson has been a fixture on the vibrant Washington\, DC jazz scene since his arrival in 1997. His music always reflects a personal style that blends progressive elements such as blues\, funk\, Gospel and a touch of hip-hop. Thad’s eclectic ideas as a modern composer are brought to life through various projects: Thad Wilson Jazz Orchestra\, his 16-piece big band; Inner Urge\, a collaborative project; Kindred Soul\, his electric group; and Kako Se\, an acoustic duo. \nThe Thad Wilson Jazz Orchestra became the only big band in the DC area to land a permanent residence at the esteemed One Step Down. Then\, taking on the task of organizer/orchestrator\, Thad reclaimed Monday nights with the Big Band Jam at U Street NW’s Legendary Bohemian Caverns in DC. As it became known…The Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra…carried on that Monday night residency until the Club’s 2016 closure.\nAs a leader\, performer and educator on the jazz scene\, Thad has become an acclaimed fixture. \nThad has performed alongside world-renowned artists such as George Benson\, James Moody\, Eddie Henderson\, Steve Turre\, Cecil Bridgewater\, McCoy Tyner\, Vanessa Ruben\, and Roy Hargrove. He also performed with Senegalese artist\, Djimo Kouyate\, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Millenium Stage. His worldwide appearances include Moscow and St. Petersburg\, Russia; Le Caveau de la Huchette in Paris\, France; Antigua Music Festival; Atlanta Jazz Festival; New Orleans Jazz Festival; and Spoleto Music Festival in Charleston\, South Carolina. \nThad & His Big Band present a Sarah Vaughan/Billy Eckstine Special for our 13th Anniversary True Blue Jazz Festival featuring the stellar Talents of two International Touring Vocalists ~ Allison Crockett & Steve Washington. \nCritics are clear about Allison Crockett….\n“A voice dripping soul with generous helpings of jazz\, gospel and blue\, Alison has taken the baton from divas of the present and past such as Lizz Wright\, Rachelle Farrelle\, Erykah Badu\, Jill Scott\, Donna Summer\, Diana Ross and Sarah Vaughn and forged a uniquely personal and singular musical vision.”  •  ALL ABOUT JAZZ \nAnd about Steve Washington\, the Critics say….\n“. . . indeed a pleasure to hear the romantic and dramatic voice of Steve Washington. He’s a jazz singer in the great tradition of Billy Eckstine\, Johnny Hartman & Joe Williams.” — Cabaret Scenes\, Ron Forman \nDon’t be the only Kids on your block to Miss Out on this Show!!!\nGet Your Tickets Now for ~\nThe Thad Wilson Big Band\npresenting…\nAn Evening of Sarah Vaughan & Billy Eckstine\nfeaturing\nAllison Crockett & Steve Washington
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/thad-wilson-big-band/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards\, 32165 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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SUMMARY:JERRY WELDON TRIO - FIRST SHOW!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nFIRST SHOW\nGet Ready!!! Here’s a warning for all Jazz Fans who plan to attend the Friday\, October 17th Jazz Organ Concert with Hammond B3 Mater\, LUCAS BROWN….teaming up with the acclaimed\, Internationally Renowned Saxman JERRY WELDON!!! \nA dominant player on the jazz scene for more than 45 years. Jerry Weldon boasts eight CD’s as a leader and more sideman sides than even he can count…or remember\, this native New Yorker’s performance/recording resumé reflects his venerable tenor tenure and reads like a virtual “Who’s Who of Jazz.” \nIn 1981\, Jerry joined the legendary Lionel Hampton Orchestra and continued his association with Hamp into the new millennium. Next came a long\, rewarding stint with master organist Jack McDuff & his “Heatin’ System.” Additionally Jerry has worked with organists Jimmy McGriff\, Joey DeFrancesco\, Bobby Forrester\, Dr. Lonnie Smith\, and Mel Rhyne\, trombone great Al Grey\, piano giants George Cables and Cedar Walton\, drum legends Roy Haynes and Jimmy Cobb as well as guitarist/singer George Benson\, guitarist Earl Klugh\, bassist Keter Betts\, singer Mel Tormé and a host of other legendary musicians. In 1990\, Jerry became a charter member and featured soloist with Harry Connick Jr.’s newly formed big band..& continues on with the HC Big Band today! \nLucas Brown & Jerry Weldon are joined by one of the most ‘In-Demand drummers on the East Coast Jazz Scene & beyond \, as they take the Stage in Boardwalk Plaza’s True Blue Jazz Showroom for 2 powerhouse Shows….630pm & 830pm. 
This Trio promises to deliver an uncontainable & energized REAL Jazz Show that just may take some recovery time! Buckle Up for a wildly entertaining ride…..
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/tenor-saxman-jerry-weldon-2/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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SUMMARY:Guitarist Brian Betz & Vibraphonist Behn Gillece - ONE SHOW ONLY!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nONE SHOW ONLY\nGet ready to be part of something extraordinary at the True Blue Jazz 13th Annual Festival. It’s a Featured Concert Event led by two stellar Jazz Musicians\, Brian Betz & Behn Gillece\, on Night #1 of Four in our Main Stage Showroom …and we want you to be there!!! \nGuitarist Brian Betz knows a good thing when he hears it\, and joining forces with the Vibes artistry of Behn Gillece certainly presented the kind of creative opportunity that Jazz musicians dream about. Their collaborations began some twenty years ago\, and over time has led to numerous Show Dates at Festivals and Club Venues throughout the Eastern Regions’ well traversed Metro Corridor.\nCombined\, these 2 “Rising Star” Jazz Musicians have created over a dozen CD’s….& together\, or separately\, have made appearances Jazz Festivals far & wide…ranging from; Montreux\, Nice\, Montreal\, Toronto and North Sea festivals to some of the staples of the East Coast like Cape May Jazz\, Berks\, Exit Zero and Clifford Brown Jazz. \nJust like True Blue Jazz…both Gillece and Betz are deeply committed to Jazz Education\, and will the next generation of Jazz Artists do with this one true American Art Form.\nPlease join us for a night of great Jazz Entertainment. Behn and Brian\, Gillece & Betz\, will be speaking the language of Jazz Composition and Improv. It is truly ‘Art’…conceived and rendered before your eyes and ears. Interplay between these two musicians is an uplifting sensory experience! \nIt’s a True Blue Jazz Festival Show for 2025 not to be missed!!! \nOne Show Only 7pm on Thursday October 16th at Boardwalk Plaza in Rehoboth Beach \nThank you for supporting our True Blue Jazz Festival\, Events & Youth Jazz Programs. \nYour Tickets Purchased & your presence at our Shows is invaluable!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/guitarist-brian-betz/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
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SUMMARY:PIANIST BENNY GREEN • TRUE BLUE JAZZ 9th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nIn his own words & with heartfelt expression of love for this music…Jazz…Benny Green writes; “nothing can quite get inside you like the feeling of real Jazz.” From his pre-adolescent days\, absorbing the jazz he heard as he sat in the garage studio with his Tenor Saxman Father as he sculpted…Benny learned phrasing\, emotion & authenticity from the dominating jazz & blues artists admired by his Father…served up on his Dad’s portable record player. \nWith inherent natural talent…. schooled by endless musical immersion in jazz & his Dad’s guidance on the importance of being able to read music…Benny Green matured into a jazz force on piano. As a teen he worked in a quintet led by Eddie Hederson. Late High School days found him leading his own band in Yoshi’s Jazz Club in San Francisco. Back in NYC\, things took off for Benny Green. \nIn ’83 performing with Betty Carter\, then ’87-’89 a a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers\, on to Freddie Hubbard’s Quintet\, then in ’91 leading his own band & countless sideman gigs or sessions with the likes of Ray Brown\, Lewis Nash\, Buster Williams\, Terence Blanchard\, Oscar Peterson\, Antonio Hart\, Russell Malone\, Christian McBride\, Roy Hargrove & on & on. \nNow in 2025\, after release of his ‘ThenAndNow‘ Recording\, seasoned jazz piano virtuoso Benny Green is touring his solo piano program. An authentic jazz musician\, he stands as a torchbearer for the continuum of straight-ahead jazz piano. Even more appropriately.…Benny Green will bring this solo concert event to True Blue Jazz ~“Where the Jazz Legacy Lives”\, as we participate in the global celebration of International Jazz Day. This will be our 9th Annual Concert Event in conjunction with the ‘IJD’ organizers\, The Herbie Hancock Institute & UNESCO. \nPlease make plans to join us for this very special REAL JAZZ Concert Performance by one the preeminent curator & archivist of the American Jazz Catalogue ~\nBENNY GREEN…LIVE IN CONCERT at NASSAU VALLEY VINEYARDS WINERY • WEDNESDAY APRIL 30TH \nDoors Open 615pm • Performance Begins 730pm \n“In addition to his rightly lauded abilities at the keys\, his writing is keener than ever… All the more appropriate that this album should be released on Sunnyside\, drenched as it is in the brightest of talents.” – Downbeat Magazine \n“He plays funky and hard\, and breathes not only be-bop but Oscar Peterson’s virtuosic effusions as well.” – The New York Times
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/pianist-benny-green/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards\, 32165 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958\, United States
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