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| | T.S. Monk Sextet WHEN: Sunday, November 15; 11 AM, 1 PM
WHERE: NJPAC, One Center St., Newark
TICKETS: Adults $45, Child $15 Part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival Jazz drummer T.S. Monk, son of the legendary pianist Thelonious Monk, demonstrates his remarkable talents as a bandleader, arranger and musician at Dorthaan's Place. This performance is part of Dorthaan's Place, NJPAC's jazz brunch series. 
| | T.S. Monk's invaluable contributions to music-making include the founding of the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, which has helped launch the careers of some of the jazz world's biggest talents. A performer since childhood, when Max Roach gave him his first drum set, T.S. Monk toured with his father's trio until 1975 and has since released hit recordings (Monk On Monk) and sold out venues here and abroad. A sumptuous buffet brunch, including an omelet station and a medley of desserts, is served at NICO Kitchen + Bar at 11am and 1pm, with sets scheduled at 11:30am and 1:30pm. Show Page: http://www.njpac.org/events/detail/td-james-moody-jazz-festival-ts-monk-sextet-dorthaans-place | | 
More from TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL: Sunday, November 8
Judy Carmichael Trio with Harry Allen Monday, November 9
The Real Sinatra Songbook Wednesday, November 11
Dorado Schmitt & Django Festival Allstars Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13
Tony Bennett with special guest Antonia Bennett Thursday, November 12
Christian McBride with Bruce Hornsby: One on One Friday, November 13
NJPAC and NJMEA Present: All-State Jazz Saturday, November 14
Bill Charlap Presents: Miles Davis' Birth of the Cool Saturday, November 14
Jazz, Soul and Funk: Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings and Dianne Reeves Sunday, November 15
Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition | | ABOUT NJPAC:
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States. NJPAC is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey; where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. As New Jersey's Town Square, NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing not only the state's, but the world's best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. Since opening its doors in 1997, NJPAC has attracted over eight million visitors (including more than one million children) in its continuing mission to nurture meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents. | | Follow NJPAC Online: Website: http://www.njpac.org/
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Youtube: NJPACtv Location and Directions: NJPAC is located at 1 Center Street, Newark, New Jersey; a short walk from the Newark Penn Station stop by Newark-bound PATH Train or Amtrak. Detailed instructions on approaching the venue by car, by bus, by foot or by rail: For additional information and up-to-the-minute updates, call 1-888-GO-NJPAC (888-466-5722) | | | |
