MUSIC & EVENTS
The jam sessions are informal gatherings in a "jazz club" environment where musicians can interact with each other playing jazz standards, focusing on improvisation, collaboration and networking. They offer opportunities for musicians to learn from each other and expand their skills and is a way to broaden jazz's appeal to a broader audience.
The following equipment will be provided:
Drummers should bring only brushes or rods (no sticks) in order to keep the volume level acceptable. |
. Monthly Jazz Jam!
Hosted by Jeff Pecca Every 3rd Thursday of the Month 7 - 9:30 PM (Doors open 6:30) $5 Donation at the door for Musicians & Guests August 20 The Jazz Jam sessions will take place at the BAC every third Thursday of the month From 7 - 9:30 PM and will include a Featured Artist. Please email Jeff at [email protected] for more information and to be put on the Jazz Jam email list.” [email protected]. Players should have some jazz background. This event is open to all players and guests. A $5 donation is requested at the door. Jeff Pecca was a student of the late jazz guitarist Harry Leahy in the 1970’s and has been playing and studying jazz ever since. Inspired by guitar legends Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, Joe Pass, George Benson, and Pat Metheny, Jeff has played in working jazz and rock bands in the New Jersey area for almost five decades. He currently leads the group SeaNote Jazz and plays in the local classic rock band Ronnie & the Engineers. |
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Nashville-style Songwriter's Circle
Tuesday, August 11th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Doors 6:30 Tickets $20.00 Join us for a special Nashville-style Songwriter's Circle at the Belmar Arts Center on Tuesday, August 11th, featuring three of New Jersey's most promising original artists: Dan Apy (Mercury Brothers), Autumn Elizabeth, and Sam Tunkel. In the tradition of the legendary songwriter rounds of Nashville, the artists will take turns sharing songs and stories, offering audiences a rare glimpse into the creative process behind the music. This intimate evening will showcase compelling songwriting via the unique voices of these three local talents. Whether you're a fan of Folk, Americana and/or Indie Rock, this promises to be a night of homegrown songs, heartfelt performances, and the kind of musical connection that can only happen in a true listening room. |
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The Belmar Arts Council
Playwrights’ Collective presents Readings of Works in Progress Saturday August 22 7:00 pm Admission is free. Donations to BAC are greatly appreciated. Featuring the work of: Cheryl Miller-Fitzgerald Jonathan O’Neill Neil Scheck Edward Walp Readings of plays in progress; the culmination of our 12-week workshop with local playwrights. This is the first of 2 readings. Next will take place on September 18. Audience members are invited to participate in a post-show Q&A with the playwrights. |
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