We believe jazz has the power to uplift and unite our community, and we’re excited to present an array of events that will engage people from all walks of life.
—Joe Muccioli, Founder & Artistic Director of the Jazz Arts Project
Jazz Arts Project is gearing up for another busy summer of live music concerts, café nights, jam sessions, music camps for kids, and many surprises along the way.
This year, there will be a nearly non-stop lineup of world-class jazz artists performing at events across Red Bank, including park concerts, café nights, masterclasses, and community jam sessions. Throughout July and August, music lovers of all ages will have the opportunity to experience the joy of live music through performances by acclaimed artists. Jazz Arts Project is proud to present the return of the Summer Jazz Cafe Series at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery, the Jazz In The Park Series at Riverside Gardens Park, and The West Side Concerts series at Johnny Jazz Park.
Our ever-popular Summer Jazz Cafe Series will once again bring exceptional live jazz to Red Bank weekends. Each featured artist will perform on both Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM. Named a Tri-City News’ “Pick of the Year," Summer Jazz Café has previously presented a myriad of jazz luminaries, including Bucky Pizzarelli, The Les Paul Trio, Wycliffe Gordon, Joe Locke, Champian Fulton, The Ellington Legacy Band, and Jon Faddis, among countless others. Jazz Arts Project is honored to be a trusted curator of world-class jazz performances in Red Bank for over 20 years. Mark your calendars for the following dates!
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Do you know any high school students interested in music? The Jazz Arts Academy is a year-round jazz education program for teens (ages 13-18) who already have at least a few years of instrumental/music experience. The Jazz Arts Academy Summer Session is a one-week intensive jazz studies program for aspiring high school musicians, taking place July 20—July 24! The curriculum includes performing ensembles, improvisation training, general musicianship coaching, workshops, masterclasses, jam sessions, and the study of jazz history. https://www.jazzartsacademy.org/summer
For aspiring elementary school musicians with little to no experience, join our Middle School Music Camp August 3-7 & August 10-14 for a camp in partnership with the Louis & Gia Maione Prima Foundation.
This year, there will be a nearly non-stop lineup of world-class jazz artists performing at events across Red Bank, including park concerts, café nights, masterclasses, and community jam sessions. Throughout July and August, music lovers of all ages will have the opportunity to experience the joy of live music through performances by acclaimed artists. Jazz Arts Project is proud to present the return of the Summer Jazz Cafe Series at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery, the Jazz In The Park Series at Riverside Gardens Park, and The West Side Concerts series at Johnny Jazz Park.
Our ever-popular Summer Jazz Cafe Series will once again bring exceptional live jazz to Red Bank weekends. Each featured artist will perform on both Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM. Named a Tri-City News’ “Pick of the Year," Summer Jazz Café has previously presented a myriad of jazz luminaries, including Bucky Pizzarelli, The Les Paul Trio, Wycliffe Gordon, Joe Locke, Champian Fulton, The Ellington Legacy Band, and Jon Faddis, among countless others. Jazz Arts Project is honored to be a trusted curator of world-class jazz performances in Red Bank for over 20 years. Mark your calendars for the following dates!
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- July 10/11—Paul Jost Quartet (Vocalese and Passionate Storytelling)
- July 17/18—Ava Preston presents “Ava + The Hitmen” (2026 Ella Fitzgerald Vocal competition winner)
- July 24/25—Brandon McCune Quintet featuring Wallace Roney Jr (Celebrating Miles Davis at 100). Note: Jazz Arts Academy students' opening set on 7/25 ONLY
- July 31—Winard Harper & Jeli Posse
- August 1—Special Performance at Two River Theater: Winard Harper & Jeli Posse
Celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Summer Jazz Café
Jazz Arts Project also presents performances on Thursday evenings at 7 PM in Riverside Gardens Park. These free Jazz In The Park concerts are in partnership with Red Bank Boro Parks & Recreation. Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets for a summer evening of live music for the whole family.Jazz in the Park lineup for 2026
- July 16—Dave Stryker's Organ Quartet (Stanley Turrentine, Jack McDuff, Freddie Hubbard etc.)
- July 23—Marty Scott Quintet Quintet (Trombone-led jazz)
- July 30—Alphonso Horne / David O'Rourke Quintet (Straight Ahead)
- August 6—Swingadelic (Swing)
- August 13—United Rhythms & Visions (Latin)
- August 20—Kal Ferretti Quintet (2026 ITG Trumpet Solo Winner)
West Side Concerts
And in August, the free West Side Concerts takes place each Sunday at 4 PM in Red Bank’s Johnny Jazz Park.- August 9—Eddie Allen Quintet
- August 16—Arturo O'Farrill Quintet
- August 23—Chuck Lambert Band
Do you know any high school students interested in music? The Jazz Arts Academy is a year-round jazz education program for teens (ages 13-18) who already have at least a few years of instrumental/music experience. The Jazz Arts Academy Summer Session is a one-week intensive jazz studies program for aspiring high school musicians, taking place July 20—July 24! The curriculum includes performing ensembles, improvisation training, general musicianship coaching, workshops, masterclasses, jam sessions, and the study of jazz history. https://www.jazzartsacademy.org/summer
For aspiring elementary school musicians with little to no experience, join our Middle School Music Camp August 3-7 & August 10-14 for a camp in partnership with the Louis & Gia Maione Prima Foundation.
