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Saturday, August 15, 2015

FREE CONCERTS IN JERSEY CITY

Winard Harper

Winard Harper & Jeli Posse
WHEN: Thursday, August 19, at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Lincoln Park in Jersey City
ADMISSION: Free

One of the most exciting drummers in jazz today brings his swinging ensemble to Lincoln Park for an evening of jazz at its best. There is no one like Winard Harper and he always surrounds himself with top players. The NJCU Musical Theatre Ensemble will open the show which you do not want to miss. Sounds of Summer Concerts are presented by the City of Jersey City and NJCU. 

The NJCU Alumni Jazz Big Band
Saluting Clark Terry with special guest Wynton Marsalis

WHEN: Thursday, September 10, at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE:
J. Owen Grundy Pier in Jersey City
ADMISSION: Free

For the third year in a row, the NJCU Alumni Jazz Big Band returns to the J. Owen Grundy Pier at Exchange Place in Jersey City for a stellar jazz evening. This year's tribute to the late great Clark Terry will include trumpet superstar Wynton Marsalis joining the all-star ensemble. There is no better way to end the summer than great big band jazz with the Hudson River, the Statute of Liberty and the New York Skyline in the background. 

You are invited to join us for all of these concerts. They are free and there is plenty of parking available at each. Also there is convenient public transportation to each location. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnics and a smile. You'll be glad you made the trip