WBGO “All That Jazz” concert series expands to Morris County. In addition to the ongoing “All That Jazz” concert series in Union County, Smooth Jazz New Jersey, WBGO, and the Morris Museum, are excited to announce three new shows starting this fall:
About Spyro Gyra
Spyro Gyra has long been known to its peers in the contemporary jazz world as a “well-oiled road machine” due to its relentless schedule of 48 years of performing. To date, they have logged more than 10,000 shows on six continents and released 35 albums, garnering platinum and gold records along the way. Spyro Gyra rose from humble beginnings in Buffalo, New York in 1974 to their current international prominence in the jazz world. Every year, they continue to exhibit how to remain among a relative handful of artists who will be able to say that they have worked constantly in their 50-year career in the year 2025. Their energy and joy in concert match their unmatched musicality.
WBGO presents All That Jazz concert series, a unique series showcasing some of the genre’s most talented and respected performers, featuring 13-time Grammy nominated band Spyro Gyra, returning by popular demand! This series is a partnership between WBGO, UCPAC, and Smooth Jazz NJ.
Enjoy an evening of jazz fusion, beginning in the WBGO Piano Lounge. Come early to enjoy cocktails and live piano music played by Leonieke Scheuble on the Fazioli piano before the performance. Leonieke performs at 4p. and 7p. One hour before showtimes.
About Alex Bugnon
Jazz pianist Alex Bugnon has been a prolific, energetic force on the contemporary music scene for more than two decades. A renowned musician/composer/bandleader, Bugnon hales from the picturesque town of Montreux, Switzerland – site of the world-famous Jazz Festival
His first album, Love Season (1989), with the fledgling record label, catapulted the virtual unknown to prominence and set him on his musical course. The album rocketed to number 2 on the R&B charts and was nominated for best jazz album at the Soul Train Awards. In 1991, Alex released his second album for Orpheus, Head Over Heels, and like the first, it became a chart topper cementing his position as a radio and fan favorite on the R&B and smooth jazz circuit, earning him Black Radio Exclusive’s Best New Artist Award.
At The Bickford Theater in the Morris Museum
Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth grooves and electrifying jazz with Grammy-nominated saxophonist Gerald Albright and his band, one of the most celebrated and soulful voices in contemporary jazz. With his signature sound and high-energy performances, Albright has captivated audiences worldwide—sharing the stage with icons like Anita Baker, Quincy Jones, and Whitney Houston, and topping the Billboard Jazz charts with multiple No. 1 albums. From funk-driven jams to romantic ballads, his live show delivers musicianship, charisma, and pure groove.
Join us at The Terrace Ballroom at Newark Symphony Hall for an evening of world-class jazz from one of the genre’s true masters.
With a career that spans over 38 years and 28 albums, Will Downing is one of the most versatile and loved voices of our time. Known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, his repertoire consists of signature interpretations of R&B classics like “I Go Crazy”, “Wishing On A Star” and “I Try”, with original hits “A Million Ways”, “Sorry I” and the show-stopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This”. His distinctive baritone voice has resonated in the hearts of women world-wide and carved a unique niche in the music marketplace. With fresh melodies and lush arrangements that satisfy all musical palates, Downing continues to serve his fan base through his own Sophisticated Soul record label and sold out tour dates across the country. His latest release entitled “Luscious” was released on November 29, 2024. He also hosts his weekly radio show The Wind Down which is aired on this site and over 20 stations around the world in the USA, UK, Japan, and Spain.
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 5:00 & 8:00 PM
About Kirk Whalum
Grammy winner and 12-time Grammy nominee Kirk Whalum has become an iconic R&B and smooth jazz saxophonist and songwriter. Whalum has recorded a series of commercially and critically acclaimed solo studio albums, along with several film soundtracks, with music ranging from pop to R&B to smooth jazz.
Whalum is a member, together with trumpeter Rick Braun and guitarist Norman Brown, of jazz group BWB, and has also worked with artists such as Whitney Houston, Bob James, Jonathan Butler and Quincy Jones. Among others with whom Whalum has collaborated are Michael McDonald, Chante Moore, Luther Vandross, Patrice Rushen, Will Downing and Brian Culbertson.
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Featuring
Discover one of a kind performers ranging from all kinds of jazz styles and talents. Smooth Jazz New Jersey showcases events that honor a craft that continues to inspire communities and echo through the ages with its influence.
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