Guitarist Pat Martino passed away on November 1, 2021 after an extended bout of respiratory illness. As we approach the first anniversary of his passing, his long-time manager and dear friend Joe Donofrio and the South Jersey Jazz Society are putting together an...
SOUTH JERSEY JAZZ SOCIETY ANNOUNCES LINEUP FOR CELEBRATION OF LIFE AND LEGACY OF PAT MARTINO THE FOUR-DAY EVENT WILL FEATURE MORE THAN 30 ARTISTS WITH KEYNOTE SPEAKER BILL MILKOWSKI November 3-6 in Somers Point, New Jersey Tickets are FREE with a required reservation....
The South Jersey Jazz Society is pleased to announce the return of the “Young Lions of Jazz!” series. This series will feature young jazz musicians from South Jersey presenting an entertaining and enlightening performance and interview. We will learn how...
The first recipient of the South Jersey Jazz Society “Bob Simon” Scholarship, guitarist Michael Gordon, was seen on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last night, January 26. You can watch Michael here being featured on guitar with musical guest...
OceanFirst Bank Foundation Jazz @ the Point 2021 The OceanFirst Bank Foundation Jazz@thePoint 2021 will be September 30 – October 3. Randy Brecker will be headlining the festival at the Gateway Playhouse on October 2nd at 7:30. Remaining Tickets are $40. Click...
Events In and Around Somers Point 2021 SP Historical Society Flea Market May 15 Dress Your Pet Parade and Contest June 5 Brutus Fishing Tournament June 12 Assault on the Patcong June 25 & 26 Art in the Park June 26 Poetry in the Park August 1 Good Old Days...
Here Comes the Sun Weekend will rise to life on April 23-24-25 at various locations in Somers Point’s Bayfront Historic District. It will feature music, art, and other activities. This event is sponsored by the Somers Point Unique Experiences Club and the South Jersey...
We were saddened to hear about Glenn Crane’s passing on Friday, February 19, 2021 Glenn was well known for his love of music. His accomplishments included playing numerous musical instruments, writing musical compositions, years as a bandleader and talented singer....
The South Jersey Jazz Society year’s Bob Simon Scholarship Award will go to Grant Johnson. Grant is the recipient of many music awards including The Outstanding Soloist at the Music in the Park Festival. He is a very talent saxophone player now attending Oakcrest...
Updated 11/10/20 Due to the new covid restrictions we are forced to cancel our festival for this year. We anticipate being able to have Randy headline next year’s event as well as all the other artists that were scheduled to appear this year. Updated 10/6/20...
