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SUMMARY:True Blue 10th Annual International Jazz Day Concert - 7:30pm Show
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nCelebrate International Jazz Day with us at the True Blue 10th Annual International Jazz Day Concert. Join Jazz Fans like YOU as we spotlight Vibraphone Artist Warren Wolf\, just back from European Dates & direct to True Blue Jazz from conducting a Jazz Master Class at Philadelphias’ Kimmel Center. Live Jazz Improvisation keeps this art form alive!!! \nYour Ticket Purchase helps Support Jazz Education and Live Performances across our Coastal Delaware Beach Community. Reserve your seat\, invite a friend\, and be part of a night built on Real Players\, Real Jazz\, in one of the most curated Concert Settings you will experience anywhere…a night at Mid South Audio Studio in Milton Delaware. 🎵
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/truebluejazzday2026-2/
LOCATION:MSA Studio\, 227 Milton Ellendale Hwy\, Milton\, DE\, 19968
CATEGORIES:Y2026
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SUMMARY:True Blue 10th Annual International Jazz Day Concert - 6pm Show
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nCelebrate International Jazz Day with us at the True Blue 10th Annual International Jazz Day Concert. Join Jazz Fans like YOU as we spotlight Vibraphone Artist Warren Wolf\, just back from European Dates & direct to True Blue Jazz from conducting a Jazz Master Class at Philadelphias’ Kimmel Center. Live Jazz Improvisation keeps this art form alive!!! \nYour Ticket Purchase helps Support Jazz Education and Live Performances across our Coastal Delaware Beach Community. Reserve your seat\, invite a friend\, and be part of a night built on Real Players\, Real Jazz\, in one of the most curated Concert Settings you will experience anywhere…a night at Mid South Audio Studio in Milton Delaware. 🎵
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/truebluejazzday2026/
LOCATION:MSA Studio\, 227 Milton Ellendale Hwy\, Milton\, DE\, 19968
CATEGORIES:Y2026
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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
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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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
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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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
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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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
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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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
CATEGORIES:Y2025
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SUMMARY:Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley with Terell Stafford & Jerry Weldon at The TBJAZZ FESTIVAL '24 CLOSING BRUNCH BASH
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nDoors: 1230pm – Brunch: 1pm – Show: 2pm-330pm\n“One of the great players of our time…a fabulous Trumpet Player.”\n• McCoy Tyner on Terell Stafford \n“Jerry Weldon is one of today’s leading proponents of Soul Jazz who represents the ‘bar-walkin’\, hard-blowing\, tenor legends in our contemporary American Jazz scene.”\n• Gary Walker\, WBGO Radio \nWhen opportunity knocks…say “YES”…& then open the door!!! Peggy & I were blessed to be invited to attend Joey D’s ‘Celebration of Life’ at Phillys’ Clef Club this Spring. The music & the spirit in that room was incredible. We had the good fortune to hear & meet a couple of the Greats working out there on the REAL JAZZ Scene today…both World Class & Internationally acclaimed…I’m talkin’ about Tenor Sax Showman\, Jerry Weldon & Renowned Trumpeter\, Terell Stafford. Hearing them both perform in a Classic Organ Trio Set honoring their fellow Jazz Artist\, Joey DeFrancesco…& then\, with them both together performing with Terell’s Temple University Jazz Big Band…Peggy & I were blown outta our shoes! And of course\, once introduced & losing all restraint\, we invited them to join us for our 2023 True Blue Jazz Festival. And….it turned out their as crazy as we are!!! They accepted!!! We all had so much fun sharing our love of playing Jazz for YOU…we made the invite to these two Gentlemen of Jazz to return & join us for 2024’s True Blue Festival Closing Brunch Bash… \nRevered among the community of Jazz Artists & Musicians…Tenor Saxman\, Jerry Weldon…along with Trumpeter\, Terell Stafford are Special Guest Performers with Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley; 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…. on Piano\, Tim Brey…with Bassist\, Mike Boone…& Drummer\, Vince Ector. \nIt’s LIVE JAZZ!!! One Show Only!…& Only at\nTHE BOARDWALK PLAZA HOTEL • Rehoboth Beach DE  \nDoors Open at 1pm • Reserved Seating for Brunch & Show Required\n…Available Online or thru Special Hotel Pkg Direct with The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel \nIt’s a Blockbuster Show Event that you don’t want to miss! 2024’s 12th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival Closing Brunch Bash…the biggest “Closer” EVER!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/tbjclosingbrunch24/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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SUMMARY:The Roy Hargrove Big Band
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nA two-time Grammy winner\, Roy Hargrove posthumously topped the 2019 DownBeat Readers’ Poll for his instrument.  Roy is widely acclaimed as one of the premier trumpet players of his generation.  He was a musician of wide tastes with a special gift for composition and melody. While always keeping one foot firmly planted in jazz\, Hargrove’s career was one of exciting genre-crossing exploration\, including collaborations with Herbie Hancock\, Branford Marsalis\, Christian McBride\, Chucho Valdes\, D’Angelo\, Erykah Badu\, Common and many others. He toured worldwide throughout his 30-year career with the Roy Hargrove Quintet\, the Roy Hargrove Big Band\, Roy Hargrove’s Crisol\, the Jazz Networks\, the Jazz Futures and his funk/jazz outfit\, the RH Factor™\, until his death in 2018 at age 49. He entered the DownBeat “Jazz Hall of Fame” in 2021. \nRoy Hargrove is survived by his wife\, Aida Brandes-Hargrove\, and daughter\, Kamala Hargrove\, who in 2020 launched the company\, Roy Hargrove Legacy LLC\, to preserve and extend his legacy. The Roy Hargrove Big Band\, which gives live performances featuring original band members and other musicians who supported Hargrove in his various ensembles was re-launched in 2022 by the Roy Hargrove Legacy. The RH Big Band continues to in concert performances and tours today across the USA and Internationally. \nOver his 30-year career\, Hargrove composed and recorded several original compositions\, one of which\, “Strasbourg-St. Denis”\, has been characterized as reaching the status and recognition as a Jazz Standard.
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/the-roy-hargrove-big-band/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards\, 32165 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T211500
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SUMMARY:Buster Williams & Something More Quartet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nLegendary bassist Buster Williams leads his Something More quartet that includes Steve Wilson on Saxophones\, George Colligan at the piano\, and Drummer Lenny White. The Guardian calls Williams one of the great acoustic bassists\, and JazzTimes states Williams resumé ranks with that of any bassist in the modern era. It s a resumé that includes working with Gene Ammons and Sonny Stitt when he was 17; backing singing legends Betty Carter\, Sarah Vaughn and Nancy Wilson in the 60s; anchoring Herbie Hancocks’ Mwandishi Sextet into the 70s; and co-founding the Timeless All-Stars and Sphere after that. As important as he is as a bassist with his virtuosic technique and an unmistakable sound\, he is equally known for his compositions and bands\, which The New Yorker hails as modern\, mainstream Jazz at its best. \n“Buster decided it was time to take the plunge\, step up to the front\, play his music\, and express his concept of a cohesive musical unit. Since the inception of his own band\, Something More has toured the globe many times.” • All About Jazz \n“Bassist Buster Williams is one of the key players in modern jazz with a rock-solid grounding in harmony\, counterpoint and orchestration. Buster’s musicianship is impeccable and his rhythmic sense unfailing. Williams work as a leader is a blueprint for bassists on how to assume a more proactive\, forward position in an ensemble without throwing it out of balance.” • The New Yorker \n“In Williams hands\, the bass is a fully articulate solo voice. His big\, deep\, resilient and inventive playing has made him the bassist of choice throughout the jazz world. He has worked with just about everyone of import on the jazz scene\, including long stints with Herbie Hancock and Nancy Wilson.” • JazzIs \nHerbie Hancock on Buster Williams:
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/buster-williams-something-more-quartet-2/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T191500
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SUMMARY:Buster Williams & Something More Quartet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nLegendary bassist Buster Williams leads his Something More quartet that includes Steve Wilson on Saxophones\, George Colligan at the piano\, and Drummer Lenny White. The Guardian calls Williams one of the great acoustic bassists\, and JazzTimes states Williams resumé ranks with that of any bassist in the modern era. It s a resumé that includes working with Gene Ammons and Sonny Stitt when he was 17; backing singing legends Betty Carter\, Sarah Vaughn and Nancy Wilson in the 60s; anchoring Herbie Hancocks’ Mwandishi Sextet into the 70s; and co-founding the Timeless All-Stars and Sphere after that. As important as he is as a bassist with his virtuosic technique and an unmistakable sound\, he is equally known for his compositions and bands\, which The New Yorker hails as modern\, mainstream Jazz at its best. \n“Buster decided it was time to take the plunge\, step up to the front\, play his music\, and express his concept of a cohesive musical unit. Since the inception of his own band\, Something More has toured the globe many times.” • All About Jazz \n“Bassist Buster Williams is one of the key players in modern jazz with a rock-solid grounding in harmony\, counterpoint and orchestration. Buster’s musicianship is impeccable and his rhythmic sense unfailing. Williams work as a leader is a blueprint for bassists on how to assume a more proactive\, forward position in an ensemble without throwing it out of balance.” • The New Yorker \n“In Williams hands\, the bass is a fully articulate solo voice. His big\, deep\, resilient and inventive playing has made him the bassist of choice throughout the jazz world. He has worked with just about everyone of import on the jazz scene\, including long stints with Herbie Hancock and Nancy Wilson.” • JazzIs \nHerbie Hancock on Buster Williams:
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/buster-williams-something-more-quartet/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T120000
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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 2024…It’s The Big Band Marathon & Jazz Organ Trio Party!!! Saturday October 19th from 12N-6P Tickets $35.00 / Online or At the Door at 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 #8 with our FANTASTIC Crew at the Rehoboth Beach All Volunteer Fire Company…& as always…ALL PROCEEDS from our Ticket Sales for Saturday October 19th donated back to the incredible work of our RBVF Company!!! \n…with 4 Big Bands swingin’ it hard All Afternoon!!! \n\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\n\nFeaturing Beverage Bar donated by Atlantic Liquors • 19108 Coastal Hwy 1 Rehoboth Beach DE
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/true-blue-7th-annual-smokin-hot-firehouse-jazz-big-band-marathon-2/
LOCATION:Rehoboth Beach Fire House\, 219 Rehoboth Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19958\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T211500
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SUMMARY:The Bill Charlap Trio
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nThe 2024 True Blue Jazz Festival takes great pride in presenting Mr. Bill Charlap…the unsurpassable Piano Master in Jazz today. After a 5 year absence\, Grammy Winning pianist Bill Charlap makes his second appearance with our True Blue Jazz Festival. \nOnce again\, he arrives in a Trio configuration with nothing less than “Top Tier” jazz artists on Bass and Drums to accompany him. Featured on Drums is a Charlap veteran and staple\, Mr. Kenny Washington on Drums. Plus\, another fixture on the Charlap jazz landscape (and 2 time True Blue Jazz Festival performer)…Bassist\, Mr. David Wong. \nCharlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time including Phil Woods\, Tony Bennett\, Gerry Mulligan\, Wynton Marsalis\, Freddy Cole and Houston Person. \nBorn in New York City\, Charlap began playing the piano at age three. He is the undeniable product of a home-life dominated by the music industry with his father\, Moose Charlap\, accomplished Broadway composer whose credits include Peter Pan….and his mother is singer Sandy Stewart\, who toured with Benny Goodman and appeared on numerous television Variety Shows. \nBill Charlap is known for his interpretations of American popular song…Time magazine wrote\, “Bill Charlap approaches a song the way a lover approaches his beloved…no matter how imaginative or surprising his take on a song is\, he invariably zeroes in on its essence.”  In 2016\, Tony Bennett & Bill Charlap: The Silver Lining\, The Songs of Jerome Kern\, was awarded a Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Album. \nMr. Charlap is regarded by True Blue Jazz as THE iconic Jazz Artist and interpreter of the American Standards Songbook. The quintessential Jazz Pianist\, Artist & Jazz Educator. Along with a vigorous calendar of Club & Concert appearances\, Mr. Charlap also currently serves as the Director of Jazz Studies at William Paterson University in Wayne\, New Jersey.
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/the-bill-charlap-trio-3-2/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T191500
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SUMMARY:The Bill Charlap Trio
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nThe 2024 True Blue Jazz Festival takes great pride in presenting Mr. Bill Charlap…the unsurpassable Piano Master in Jazz today. After a 5 year absence\, Grammy Winning pianist Bill Charlap makes his second appearance with our True Blue Jazz Festival. \nOnce again\, he arrives in a Trio configuration with nothing less than “Top Tier” jazz artists on Bass and Drums to accompany him. Featured on Drums is a Charlap veteran and staple\, Mr. Kenny Washington on Drums. Plus\, another fixture on the Charlap jazz landscape (and 2 time True Blue Jazz Festival performer)…Bassist\, Mr. David Wong. \nCharlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time including Phil Woods\, Tony Bennett\, Gerry Mulligan\, Wynton Marsalis\, Freddy Cole and Houston Person. \nBorn in New York City\, Charlap began playing the piano at age three. He is the undeniable product of a home-life dominated by the music industry with his father\, Moose Charlap\, accomplished Broadway composer whose credits include Peter Pan….and his mother is singer Sandy Stewart\, who toured with Benny Goodman and appeared on numerous television Variety Shows. \nBill Charlap is known for his interpretations of American popular song…Time magazine wrote\, “Bill Charlap approaches a song the way a lover approaches his beloved…no matter how imaginative or surprising his take on a song is\, he invariably zeroes in on its essence.”  In 2016\, Tony Bennett & Bill Charlap: The Silver Lining\, The Songs of Jerome Kern\, was awarded a Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Album. \nMr. Charlap is regarded by True Blue Jazz as THE iconic Jazz Artist and interpreter of the American Standards Songbook. The quintessential Jazz Pianist\, Artist & Jazz Educator. Along with a vigorous calendar of Club & Concert appearances\, Mr. Charlap also currently serves as the Director of Jazz Studies at William Paterson University in Wayne\, New Jersey.
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/the-bill-charlap-trio-3/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T203000
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SUMMARY:Mary Stallings
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nThe career of Vocalist Mary Stallings is like a shining celestial body that has flashed on again / off again in the jazz constellation of brilliantly gifted Artists & Performers. She is recognized among the greats…the treasured & the tenured musicians of American Jazz that are still out there on the circuit\, performing a songbook that is ingrained in their soul because they have lived through that time period in jazz when this great wealth of music that we call Jazz Standards was conceived\, and performed fresh before audiences…often for the very first time. \nIt’s that kind of musical depth that enables a singer to embrace\, & truly inhabit a lyric. Invested with immense talent & sensibility as a young vocalist\, her pathway unfolded before her paved with a galaxy of Jazz Greats spanning the decades like; Count Basie\, Billy Eckstine\, Cal Tjader\, “Sweets” Edison\, Gene Harris\, Monty Alexander & Clark Terry…on through to todays’ fiery new generation musicians that are following their own road towards the bright light of true\, real American Jazz such as Emmet Cohen\, Joe Farnsworth\, & Wycliffe Gordon. \nBorn in San Francisco\, she resides there today\, & still performs there & other West Coast area venues. Her time spent on the East Coast is select & precious among Fans of Real Jazz! Upcoming show dates will swing her through Denver & down into the Southwest…& before Mary Stallings makes her return Dizzy’s Club in NYC come mid-December…she will\, to your good fortune\, make a stop Rehoboth Beach Delaware to perform at the True Blue Jazz Festival….for One Show Only on Thursday October 17th. \nBacked by a trio of the top tier in Philly Jazz Musicians\, Mary Stallings will come to True Blue Jazz accompanied by the masterful piano artistry of Aaron Graves\, who had cradled to incomparable vocal stylings of “Little” Jimmy Scott in his final years of performing. Aaron will be supported by Grammy Winning Bassist\, Lee Smith…along with the soild steadiness of Drummer\, Byron”Wookie” Landham. \nDon’t let this moment in Jazz History pass you by!\nBe among the ardent followers of REAL JAZZ…& catch one of the finest voices among those all-time Great Ladies of Jazz…Ms.Mary Stallings!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/mary-stallings/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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SUMMARY:2nd Thursdays Jazz at The Pines Rehoboth Beach DE ~ Paul Carr Jazz
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nNo other Jazz Musician contributes such a broad spectrum of Artistry as a Performer\, Energy as a Jazz Educator\, & commitment to the Jazz Art Form here in the MidAtlantic. Paul brings his excellence on Tenor Sax\, & an All Star Group to close out our 2024 Summer Jazz Series at The Pines! \nDoors Open 530pm for Dinner Service / Show Time is 7p-830p The Top of The Pines Showroom offers a Lounge menu before & during the performance which includes appetizers and lite fare. Quiet during Performances is Appreciated…. Make Reservations at The Pines Restaurant Downstairs before or after the performance to enjoy their full dinner menu!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/jeff-knoettner-the-jeffjazz-quartet-2-2/
LOCATION:The Pines\, 56 Baltimore Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T203000
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SUMMARY:2nd Thursdays Jazz at The Pines Rehoboth Beach DE ~ Joe Block & Georgia Heers
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\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 legendary jazz venues & concert halls…. Joe Block & Georgia Heers will undoubtedly deliver a special Evening of Jazz. Their Show at The Pines in Rehoboth Beach is not to be missed! \nDoors Open 530pm for Dinner Service / Show Time is 7p-830p The Top of The Pines Showroom offers a Lounge menu before & during the performance which includes appetizers and lite fare. Quiet during Performances is Appreciated…. Make Reservations at The Pines Restaurant Downstairs before or after the performance to enjoy their full dinner menu!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/jeff-knoettner-the-jeffjazz-quartet-2/
LOCATION:The Pines\, 56 Baltimore Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T203000
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SUMMARY:2nd Thursdays Jazz at The Pines • Rehoboth Beach DE ~ John G. Coley Quintet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nPowerhouse DrummerJohn G. Coley returns to our True Blue Summer Jazz Series with his brand of Philly Jazz\, R&B\, plus a little bit a Soul. Bringing a Quintet that features an All Star Lineup of Jazz Players as well as his vocalist & a True Blue Jazz Fave…the always exciting & tasteful songstress\, Vaneisa!!! \nDoors Open 530pm for Dinner Service / Show Time is 7p-830p The Top of The Pines Showroom offers a Lounge menu before & during the performance which includes appetizers and lite fare. Quiet during Performances is Appreciated…. Make Reservations at The Pines Restaurant Downstairs before or after the performance to enjoy their full dinner menu!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/jeff-knoettner-the-jeffjazz-quartet-3/
LOCATION:The Pines\, 56 Baltimore Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T203000
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SUMMARY:2nd Thursdays Jazz at The Pines • Rehoboth Beach DE ~ Jeff Knoettner & the jeffjazz quartet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nThis Show is the first of 4 in the True Blue Summer Jazz Series at The Pines Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach DE. From June through September\, on the 2nd Thursday each month\, True Blue Jazz will present the best in REAL American Jazz with Artists coming in from NYC to DC. \nTo kick off this 2nd Thursdays Jazz Series\, we will be featuring a group of the top tier among Delaware Valleys’ Jazz Musicians. Pianist Jeff Knoettner leads the jeffjazz quartet….performing his originals\, “Get There on Time” & “No You Didn’t!” This powerhouse foursome is Bassist Rob Swanson\, Drummer Larry Marshall\, & William Murray jr on Tenor Sax. \nDon’t miss any one of the 4 great Summer of ’24 Jazz Performances at The Pines. Our Showroom in The Top of The Pines offers a Lounge Menu before & during the performance which includes appetizers and lite fare. \nMake Reservations at The Pines Restaurant Downstairs before or after the performance to enjoy their complete Dinner Menu.\nAnd of course….Your Quiet is Appreciated during All Performances. \nDoors Open 530p for General Admission Seating & Menu Services. Show Time 7p-830p. \nEddie Sherman & Peggy Raley will See You There!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/jeff-knoettner-the-jeffjazz-quartet/
LOCATION:The Pines\, 56 Baltimore Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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SUMMARY:International Jazz Day Celebration Concert from True Blue Jazz
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nIn 2016\, True Blue Jazz… the independent\, straight-ahead Jazz Festival\, was chosen to be an official partner with International Jazz Day and The Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz. To celebrate their 8th Annual offering for IJD\, True Blue Jazz will present a concert to bring the award-winning Brazilian band\, MINAS\, to the Cape region for International Jazz Day weekend with a concert at Nassau Valley Vineyards on April 27th. The concert will feature The Cape Henlopen HS Jazz Combo as the opening act. \nMINAS is the creation of husband-and-wife musical team\, Brazilian\, Orlando Haddad and American\, Patricia King. Brazilian guitar and jazz piano\, male and female vocals\, English and Portuguese poetry\, a repertoire of classic Brazilian Bossa and Samba with an impressive array of original music and four decades of performance history accompanied by some of Philadelphia’s finest musicians on drums\, bass and saxophone\, MINAS is a show you don’t want to miss. \nThey formed MINAS in 1978\, and have performed all over the eastern United States before moving to Brazil\, where they lived\, entertained and traveled\, absorbing the essence of Brazilian culture. In 1984 Orlando and Patricia returned to the United States and raised a family while performing and recording extensively\, building their reputation as one of the most sought-after Brazilian groups of its kind. Multi-talented as composers\, vocalists and instrumentalists\, and equally comfortable in Brazilian festive music and jazz\, folk and classical genres\, Minas’ various performance styles have placed them in front of every kind of audience and venue. The True Blue Jazz show will feature the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim\, Cole Porter and original compositions. To learn more about the band\, visit their website at www.minasmusic.com \nThe concert will be held in Grand Cru Hall at Nassau Valley Vineyards. It is located at 32130 Winery Way in Lewes. Doors open at 6:30 with full bar service available. The concert starts at 7:00pm. Nassau Valley Vineyards is fully handicap accessible and has ample free parking. \nEach year True Blue Jazz awards scholarships to graduating seniors going on to study for a professional career in music. The concert benefits the True Blue Jazz Scholarship Fund. If you can’t attend the concert but wish to support the scholarship fund\, please donate by visiting our donation link above. \nFor more Concert Information\, call Nassau Valley Vineyards at 302-645-9463.
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/ijd/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards Grand Cru Hall\, 32130 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Y2024
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T154500
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SUMMARY:Eddie Sherman\, Peggy Raley + Terell Stafford & Jerry Weldon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nApril 30\, 2021 • True 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 \n“One of the great players of our time…a fabulous Trumpet Player.” • McCoy Tyner on Terell Stafford \n“Jerry Weldon is one of today’s leading proponents of Soul Jazz who represents the ‘bar-walkin’\, hard-blowing\, tenor legends in our contemporary American Jazz scene.” • Gary Walker\, WBGO Radio \nWhen opportunity knocks…say “YES”…& then open the door!!! Peggy & I were blessed to be invited to attend Joey D’s ‘Celebration of Life’ at Phillys’ Clef Club this Spring. The music & the spirit in that room was incredible. We had the good fortune to hear & meet a couple of the Greats working out there on the REAL JAZZ Scene today…both World Class & Internationally acclaimed…I’m talkin’ about the Tenor Sax Showman\, Jerry Weldon & awesome Trumpeter\, Terell Stafford. Hearing them both perform in a Classic Organ Trio Set honoring their fellow Jazz Artist\, Joey DeFrancesco…& then\, with them both together again with Terell’s Temple University Jazz Big Band…Peggy & I were blown outta our shoes! And of course\, once introduced & losing all restraint\, we invited them to join us for this October in our upcoming 2023 True Blue Jazz Festival. And…. turns out their as crazy as we are!!! \nRevered among the community of Jazz Artists & Musicians…Tenor Saxman\, Jerry Weldon…along with Trumpeter\, Terell Stafford are Special Guest Performers with Eddie Sherman & Peggy Raley; 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 wil be featuring…. on Piano\, Tim Brey…with Bassist\, Sam Harris…& Drummer\, Vince Ector. \nIt’s a Blockbuster Show Event that you don’t want to miss! 2023’s 11th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival Closing Brunch Bash…the biggest “Closer” EVER!!! \n\nThat’s One Show Only • Sunday October 15th; Doors Open 1pm & Show Time 2:15pm-3:45pm!!! Ticket Includes Brunch\, N/A Beverages & Gratuity • Available only at www.truebluejazz.org\nShowroom Venue • The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, located on the Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach DE…at 2 Olive Avenue overlooking the Atlantic Ocean!!! \nBE IN THIS ROOM FOR THIS UNFORGETTABLE SHOW!!! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/eddie-sherman-peggy-raley-terell-stafford-jerry-weldon/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T200000
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SUMMARY:Libby York Trio
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\n“Vocalist Libby York and guitarist Randy Napoleon celebrate their new critically acclaimed album “DreamLand” (Origin Records) 4 1/2 Stars • Downbeat \n“York’s voice is in splendid shape\, but it’s the vigor and judgement of her storytelling that makes this one rather special.” • Downbeat \n“…an outrageously classic elegant opus…a coup de coeur” • ParisMove \n“DreamLand is one of York’s finest hours on record” • Scott Yanow LA Jazz Scene \nWith her 5th Album\, “Dreamland” released as 2022 faded into ’23…Libby York is subtlely\, eloquently\, & quite commandingly becoming a forceful presence as a Vocal Artist on our contemporary Jazz Scene. What’s more she’s doing it with style…projecting a personna that wins over Jazz musicians as accompanyists\, along with audiences who are craving Jazz delivered in a tastefully informed manner. Whether Libby is revisiting the the familiar among the Standards\, sharing a tune by dusting off a deeper track\, or bringing a long untouched gem to her playlist…she offers it up like a good friend telling her secret. And the crowds lover her for this most approachaable manner from a performer. \nLibby York is joined for her Headline Appearance in the 11th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival in Rehoboth Beach Delaware by a stellar\, and most accomplished Duo of Jazz Musicians (Artists in their own right)\, Guitarist Randy Napoleon & Bassist Herman Burney. These two very tenured\, in-demand players will provide with the power & dexterity to travel musically on her emotional arc as she performs a Show Set specially selected for this “up close & personal” Concert Event with True Blue Jazz. \nFind yourself in our Showroom for Libby & friends\, Randy Napoleon & Herman Burney…as she takes you into her heart & mind\, interpreting the songwriting & tunes she has embraced…ready to bring them to you with the hope & confidence to have you love these songs too! \nCome! Sit\, Listen\, Enjoy & Love…what Libby York does with a song. Saturday\, October 14th in our most intimate Showroom Venue in The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, overlooking the Coastal Delawares’ view of the Atlantic Ocean!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/libby-york-trio-2/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T200000
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SUMMARY:Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Latin Jazz Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\n“There are few drummers today who have as much energy and imagination as Bobby Sanabria. He is a percussion colourist of the highest order and his palette is so wide as to encompass all manner of media and idioms—from the iridescent swagger of swing to the spirited canter of the Afro-Caribbean shuffle. His playing is loud and fearless\, yet he can be soft and sensuous when the music demands it.” • LatinJazzNet \nIt’s Bobby Sanabria’s Multiverse Latin Jazz Orchestra!!! \nCelebrating 25 years!!! The multi-Grammy nominated \nBobby Sanabria & His MULTIVERSE Latin Jazz Big Band touts the release of his new recording\, \n“VOX HUMANA” ….featuring vocalists \nJanis Siegel\, Antoinette Montague\, Jennifer Jade Ledesna \nOn the heels of their Grammy nominated and 2019 Jazz Journalists Association Album of the Year Award winning critically acclaimed masterwork\, West Side Story Reimagined\, and in celebration of their 25th anniversary renowed drummer\, percussionist\, composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, educator\, Bobby Sanabria and his Multiverse Big Band return with their most ambitious work to date\, “VOX HUMANA”. Bobby states\, “Over the course of our many Grammy nominated albums we’ve occasionally featured tracks with vocals. But I’ve always envisioned doing an entire vocal album framed by the Multiverse Big Band. Now with three of today’s greatest contemporary singing talents – multi-Grammy award winner Janis Siegel from the Manhattan Transfer\, blues and jazz Queen Antoinette Montague\, and the multilingual powerhouse\, Jennifer Jade Ledesna\, today that vision has finally become a reality. \nThe individually distinct voices that Janis\, Antoinette\, and Jennifer possess make them each unique. But the X factor they all have is they are all masterful improvisors in the best sense of the jazz tradition. Added to the mix is our great congeuro\, Oreste Abrantes\, who also sings lead on two tracks. Having that multi- dimensional vocal talent framed by the power\, nuance\, and tonal variety that only a big band can provide\, combined with the repertoire I’ve chosen to showcase them and the band and the incredible variety of Afro- Latin\, straight ahead swing\, funk\, R&B\, and rock rhythmic vocabulary that we are masters of and readily have at our disposal in the Multiverse\, I believe “VOX HUMANA” will prove to be our greatest achievement. \nBobby says\, “I’m a product of my environment. I’m a Nuyorican\, a person of Puerto Rican descent growing up in New York City. In my case the South Bronx during a time period when pop\, jazz\, R&B\, rock\, funk\, and Latin music of all kinds all co-existed as equals. It was the last era when the big bands of masters like Ellington\, Count Basie\, Buddy Rich\, Machito\, Tito Puente\, Tito Rodriguez\, Don Ellis\, and more were in the public eye\,and they became my heroes. Vocalists who could deliver a message with subtlety\, nuance\, and when needed\, power\, were called upon to deliver poetry crafted by genius song writers. You’ll hear all that and more through the soaring vocals and improv talents of Janis\, Antoinette\, and Jennifer\, along with Oreste\, as well as the incredible jazz-oriented arrangements and exciting Pan Afro-Latin rhythms played by a big band that literally takes no prisoners when it hits the stage.” \n“VOX HUMANA” was recorded live at NYC’s Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola. “My musicians represent NYC’s finest. That means they’re the greatest in the world.” Bobby is not kidding!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/bobby-sanabria-multiverse-latin-jazz-orchestra/
LOCATION:Nassau Valley Vineyards\, 32165 Winery Way\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T191500
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SUMMARY:Libby York Trio
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\n“Vocalist Libby York and guitarist Randy Napoleon celebrate their new critically acclaimed album “DreamLand” (Origin Records) 4 1/2 Stars • Downbeat \n“York’s voice is in splendid shape\, but it’s the vigor and judgement of her storytelling that makes this one rather special.” • Downbeat \n“…an outrageously classic elegant opus…a coup de coeur” • ParisMove \n“DreamLand is one of York’s finest hours on record” • Scott Yanow LA Jazz Scene \nWith her 5th Album\, “Dreamland” released as 2022 faded into ’23…Libby York is subtlely\, eloquently\, & quite commandingly becoming a forceful presence as a Vocal Artist on our contemporary Jazz Scene. What’s more she’s doing it with style…projecting a personna that wins over Jazz musicians as accompanyists\, along with audiences who are craving Jazz delivered in a tastefully informed manner. Whether Libby is revisiting the the familiar among the Standards\, sharing a tune by dusting off a deeper track\, or bringing a long untouched gem to her playlist…she offers it up like a good friend telling her secret. And the crowds lover her for this most approachaable manner from a performer. \nLibby York is joined for her Headline Appearance in the 11th Annual True Blue Jazz Festival in Rehoboth Beach Delaware by a stellar\, and most accomplished Duo of Jazz Musicians (Artists in their own right)\, Guitarist Randy Napoleon & Bassist Herman Burney. These two very tenured\, in-demand players will provide with the power & dexterity to travel musically on her emotional arc as she performs a Show Set specially selected for this “up close & personal” Concert Event with True Blue Jazz. \nFind yourself in our Showroom for Libby & friends\, Randy Napoleon & Herman Burney…as she takes you into her heart & mind\, interpreting the songwriting & tunes she has embraced…ready to bring them to you with the hope & confidence to have you love these songs too! \nCome! Sit\, Listen\, Enjoy & Love…what Libby York does with a song. Saturday\, October 14th in our most intimate Showroom Venue in The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, overlooking the Coastal Delawares’ view of the Atlantic Ocean!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/libby-york-trio/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T180000
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SUMMARY:True Blue 7th Annual Smokin' Hot Firehouse Jazz Big Band Marathon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\nReturning for 2023!!!… It’s The Big Band Marathon & Organ Trio Party!!! Saturday October 14th from 12N-6P• Tickets $35.00 / Online or At the Door at Rehoboth Volunteer Firehouse…located in Downtown Rehoboth Beach…..219 Rehoboth Avenue! \nThis Event swings into it’s 7th BIG YEAR in 2023!!! This Smokin’ RED HOT Firehouse Jazz Event keeps turning’ & burnin’… with one of Delaware’s ALL STAR Jazz Organ Trios to keep the Jazz embers “Reed Hot” between Big Band Sets! \nThis\, our 7th Year with our FANTASTIC Crew at the Rehoboth Beach All Volunteer Fire Company for a Smokin’ Hot Firehouse Jazz Marathon…with\, as always\, ALL PROCEEDS from our Ticket Sales for Saturday October 15th donated back to the incredible work of our RBVF Company!!! \n…with 4 Big Bands swingin’ it hard All Afternoon!!! \nCape Henlopen High School Jazz Band • Lewes DE \nColumbia Maryland’s • Columbia Jazz Orchestra \nTemple University Jazz Band under the Direction of Terell Stafford • Philadelphia\, PA \nDelmarva Big Band • Delmarva Peninsula \nFeaturing Beverage Bar donated by Atlantic Liquors • 19108 Coastal Hwy 1 Rehoboth Beach DE
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/true-blue-7th-annual-smokin-hot-firehouse-jazz-big-band-marathon/
LOCATION:Rehoboth Beach Fire House\, 219 Rehoboth Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19958\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T224500
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SUMMARY:Camille Thurman with The Darrell Green Quartet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Purchase Tickets for This Event [/vc_column][/vc_row]\n“Imagine if Sarah Vaughan played saxophone like Dexter Gordon. That’s approximately the effect when singer and tenor saxophonist Camille Thurman performs” • Downbeat Magazine \nNamed among the top 25 Performers that could shape Jazz For Decades — Camille Thurman Eager To Give Back To The Jazz Community • 2020 Downbeat Magazine \nRemember the name Camille Thurman. As an accomplished composer\, esteemed saxophonist\, vocalist\, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition\, she is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form\, making a considerable and dynamic contribution to the legacy of jazz while paying tribute to its heroes. Camille is known for her distinct musical approach to classic and original repertoire that highlights her skill as both a powerhouse singer and instrumentalist. \nThe New York City native has amassed several distinctive honors for her musicianship: NAACP Image Award Nominee for Outstanding Jazz Album\, recipient of the SOUTH Arts Creative Jazz Road Artistic Residency\, Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll Nominee for Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist and Vocalist (2022\, 2021 & 2020)\, 2022 Jazz Journalist Association Nominee for Tenor Saxophone\, two-time winner of the ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award\, a recipient of the Fulbright Scholars Cultural Ambassador Grant and Chamber Music of America Performance Plus Grant (Sponsored by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation) among others. Thurman also has four full-length recordings as a leader to her credit. Her most recent project “Fortitude” is a collaboration with master drummer Darrell Green and his quartet. \nThurman was the first woman in 30 years to tour and perform full-time internationally with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra as a saxophonist/woodwind doubler (2018-2020 season). A respected bandleader\, she has headlined numerous notable concert venues and jazz festivals around the world including the Kennedy Center and Alice Tully Hall. \nThurman was chosen by the U.S. State Department under the Fulbright Scholarship grant to tour and perform in Paraguay and Nicaragua as a bandleader. She was recently selected by American Music Abroad and the U.S. State Department to tour and perform in Africa as a U.S. Cultural Ambassador; Cameroon\, Mozambique\, Nigeria\, Senegal\, and Mauritania. In May of 2020\, Camille created and founded “The Haven Hang: Young Lioness Musician Q&A/ Virtual Mentorship Series”. The Haven Hang serves as a virtual mentorship series for young women musicians\, with an initiative to mentor\, share advice and support young women pursuing careers in music and the performing arts. Currently\, she is an Assistant Professor of Jazz Performance at McGill University. \nReturning to True Blue Jazz after her early career appearance in 2014\, Camille Thurman is no longer a ‘Risng Star’ to watch out for…she is a bonafide & respected Jazz Artist\, Bandleader\, and Music Educator. And like all of this distinctive & elite group of Jazz Contemporaries that Camille Thurman now belongs to….she must be seen\, heard and appreciated in a Live Concert forum. Don’t miss your opportunity to catch her Show!!!
URL:https://www.truebluejazz.org/tbjazz/camille-thurman-with-the-darrell-green-quartet/
LOCATION:The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel\, 2 Olive Avenue\, Rehoboth Beach\, DE\, 19971\, United States
CATEGORIES:Y2023
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