The 2nd Annual Nazareth Jazz Festival will take place April 25, 2015 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Nazareth Boro Park in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
The NAZ JAZZ Festival / www.nazjazz.com celebrates the tradition of jazz and expands the boundaries and opportunities to experience its legacy through the creative production of performances.
This event is FREE to the public
PERFORMERS INCLUDE:
Jason K. - Naz Jazz is proud to present a special performance by this very talented young man. Jason Kageni. At 16 years old, he has composed, recorded and released his first jazz single titled Summer Picnic available on itunes. Diagnosed with autism at 2 years old, Jason's diagnosis has never stopped him from being anything and everything he chooses to be. Today at this 10th grader has an insatiable need to learn about contemporary music and is supported by his family in doing so. Don't miss this performance! Be sure to like Jason's Facebook page.
Cynthia Rodriguez is excited to make her professional jazz debut at "Naz Jazz" 2014. Rodriguez is a very well known performer and writer in the Lehigh Valley. Cynthia has been a singer for years of and has performed a wide range of musical styles which include: chorus, rock, and anthem. Rodriguez is overjoyed to now perform music she has loved for most of her life, and believes that Jazz truly captures the range of human emotion in its' lyrics and music.
Jazz N More played during Black History Month Feb. 2014 at Boscov's Auditorium Reading. We have played for the Mayors' Inaugural Ceremony, GAPS {Art Gallery} Wyndham Reading,Embassy Suites in Ashburn Va., Chester Pa. Community Center, French Creek Country Club and Berks Jazz Fest to name a few...
Monkey Cat - What might sound like a genetic lab experiment gone horribly wrong, is actually a group of three of the funkiest musicians to ever call Southeastern PA home. Monkey Cat brings intrepid improvisation and exploration together with smooth, funky backbeats. Jeff Bichaylo (Keyboards), Mark Walsh (Guitar), JJ Zeller (Drums) have shared the stage with the likes of Bernie Worrell, Jay Procter, Sister Sledge, Boney James, Al Jarreau, Dave Koz, James Ingram, Brian Culbertson, and Jonathan Butler.
Drive Time - Philadelphia has given us some brilliant music over the decades and this tight, contemporary jazz ensemble holds up to Philly’s solid reputation with their highly anticipated new release, IGNITION! Drivetime UOJ will rev you up with what the group calls Urban Organic Jazz… that is funky grooves and jazz-soaked, melodic originals, and delivers exciting new music, ranging from smooth to Latin to fusion to Tower of Power-like grooves, and even a splash of chillout! IGNITION sparks from cool collaborations including special guest appearances by saxophonist Andrew Neu vocalists Phyllis Chapell, Justin Guarini & guitarist Vinnie Zummo. Drivetime has been honing their craft and evolving into an important new voice in the Global Smooth Jazz community with three previous recordings and two top-selling singles featuring Bob Baldwin and Justin Guarini. Leader Bernie Capodici and band shift into high gear for live performances where they marry old school cool with modern, musical ideas…
It is being produced by the collaboration of The Nazareth - Bath Chamber of Commerce and The Epicenter Consulting, LLC. which are proud to provide this entertaining yet educational showcase event. They are pleased to present some of the nation's best jazz entertainment available!
NAZ JAZZ sponsored in part by Integrity Auto / www.myiauto.compromises not only to be an awesome experience but the organizers are dedicated to making this affair into an endeavor that will encourage area residents, merchants, and proprietors to get directly involved in quality, progressive, and positive events.
It will highlight local businesses, regional/national organizations, community groups, and more...
We are currently seeking organizations, groups, and vendors to participate in this grand experience! In addition, small/large businesses and community organizations are encouraged to come out, network, and meet the public.
CONTACT: 484.619.6541
alfonso@epicenterus.com
