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| TD James Moody Democracy of Jazz Festival Fantasia, Philip Bailey, José James and the Christian McBride Big Band Thursday, November 13 at 8pm Hear these all-star hitmakers backed by a big band sound! Jazz meets soul in an electrifying lineup of Grammy winners Fantasia and Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire and one of today's hottest jazz vocalists – José James – along with the Christian McBride Big Band and singer Jazzmeia Horn. Chris Botti Friday, November 14 at 8pm Trumpeter and composer Chris Botti ("Emmanuel, " "When I Fall in Love") has established himself as one of the leading innovators of the contemporary music and jazz worlds. Since the release of his 2004 CD, When I Fall In Love, he has become the largest-selling American instrumental artist, with four No. 1 jazz albums and multiple Grammy nominations. In 2013 he won the Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Album for his latest release, Impressions. Michael Franks with Raul Midón Saturday, November 15 at 5 & 8pm Sensual singer Michael Franks ("The Lady Wants to Know") and singer-guitarist Raul Midón ("State of Mind") meet onstage in a gentle and witty celebration of romance as part of the TD James Moody Democracy of Jazz Festival. Flavored with a Latin vibe, their performance includes hits such as Franks' "When I Give My Love to You" and "Popsicle Toes" and Midón's "Invisible Chains" and "Blackbird." NJPAC, JAZZ ROOTS and WBGO present Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition Sunday, November 16 at 3pm Following an extensive international talent search, NJPAC will host performances by the five finalists in the third annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition and Sassy Award, founded in honor of Newark's "divine" jazz icon. They are Kathryn Christie, Kate Kelsey-Sugg, Sarah McKenzie, Shacara Rogers and Ashleigh Smith. write your comments about the article :: © 2014 Jazz News :: home page |