🎶 Live at Shanghai Jazz – Sunday, April 27 at 6:00 PM 🎶An Evening of Timeless Jazz with Gene Bertoncini, Ed Laub & Roni Ben-Hur

Join us for an unforgettable night of world-class jazz at Shanghai Jazz in Madison, NJ, as three master musicians take the stage for an intimate performance on Sunday, April 27 at 6:00 PM.

🎸 Gene Bertoncini – A true legend of the jazz guitar, Gene brings his signature blend of classical elegance and jazz sophistication. With a career spanning decades, he has played alongside greats like Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, and Tony Bennett.

🎤 Ed Laub – A warm baritone voice paired with smooth guitar stylings, Ed Laub captures the spirit of the Great American Songbook with heart and authenticity. A longtime musical partner of Bertoncini and the late Bucky Pizzarelli, their chemistry is unmatched.

🎸 Roni Ben-Hur – Known for his lyrical phrasing and soulful touch, Roni Ben-Hur adds a dynamic layer to this trio, fusing Brazilian rhythms, bebop, and modern jazz into a style all his own.

🍷 Dinner & Show – Enjoy an award-winning menu of Asian cuisine and craft cocktails in the elegant, candlelit ambiance of Shanghai Jazz – named one of the top 100 jazz clubs in the world.

Doors open at 4:30, performance begins at 6:00. $5 entertainment and $25 food and drink minimum per person. Reservations are recommended.

This week, as part of the continuing “Tuesday Trio Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis are thrilled to welcome The Master of the Telecaster, George Naha back to the Shanghai Jazz stage. George  has gigged with Aretha Franklin, Donald Fagen, Steve Cropper, Duck Dunn, Steve Forbert, Roy Orbison, Melissa Manchester, Willie Dixon, Wilson Pickett, Junior Walker, Sam & Dave and countless others. He has recorded with Bill Doggett, Allen Toussaint, Livingston Taylor, Bernard Purdie, Jack DeJohnette, Gerald Albright and Cornell Dupree.  George has done Jingles, TV and Movie work, played on Broadway, produced records, arranged for live dates and recordings, and worked as Musical Director for many artists. This promises to be a special night of music with George, Hal and John.

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

Vinny Valentino's ascent to prominence was swift and resolute, fueled by an insatiable passion for music and an unwavering dedication to his art. His debut release, "The Distance Between Two Lines," catapulted him onto the national stage, reaching an impressive #2 on major radio charts and garnering widespread acclaim from both audiences and industry luminaries. With his guitar as his weapon and his creativity as his shield, Vinny carved out a niche for himself as a trailblazer in the world of contemporary jazz, earning praise from none other than guitar legend George Benson, who hailed him as a "young genius with a brilliant tone and fresh ideas."

In an industry often characterized by fleeting trends and ephemeral fame, Vinny Valentino stands as a beacon of integrity, authenticity, and unwavering dedication to his craft. With his boundless creativity, unmatched technical prowess, and unbridled passion for music, he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible, leaving an indelible legacy that will resonate for generations to come.

Tomoko Ohno, born in Tokyo, began piano studies at the age of 4. As a teenager, she began playing professionally in the Tokyo area jazz scene.After graduating from Rikkyo University in Law and Politics, Miss Ohno moved to the United States and entered the Jazz Studies Program at William Paterson University in New Jersey, where she studied with Harold Mabern and Rufus Reid. During this time she had the opportunity to perform with such artists as Jerome Richardson, Wynton Marsalis, Benny Golson and Joe Henderson. A recipient of the Student Award of Outstanding Performance and a member of Dean’s List, Miss Ohno graduated with a B.A. in Jazz Studies.

 She has performed at Lincoln Center, Weill Recital, Carnegie Hall, The Blue Note, Birdland , in addition to appearing on live radio broadcasts by WBGO and WNYC, and ABC TV's Good Morning America. She has performed and/or recorded with Slide Hampton, Claudio Roditi, James Spaulding,Houston Person, James Spaulding,Rufus Reid, Scott Robinson,The John Lee Quartet, The Dizzy Gillespie Alumni Big Band and Sherrie Maricle and the Diva Jazz Orchestra, Diva Five Play, Jay Leonhart trio, Jay 7, as well as working as a side musician with such diverse musical ensembles as the Harlem Spiritual Ensemble and The Spirit of Life Ensemble.

Performance begins at 7:00 with a $5 music charge and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations are always recommended

This dynamic group of musicians plays original music and modern jazz interpretations of classic songs made accessible for any audience. Led by bassist Curren DeVico, the band features some of the best musicians in the tristate area. The lineup for this performance includes Jack Broad on guitar, Frank Elmo on saxes, Steve Myerson on keyboards and Joe DeVico on drums.  

A fabulous new group joins the Shanghai Jazz Family this special Thursdsay evening and should definitely NOT-BE-MISSED!

$5 music charge and a $25 food & drink minimum per person. The performance will begin at 7:00 with the second set at 8:30. Make a reservation for anytime!

“New York Blues” can be described like the global phenomenon that it is: edgy, honest and one-of-a-kind. From Lionel Hampton to Ruth Brown …from Michael Hill to King Solomon Hicks — New York can claim its own unique blues experience.

BLUES People is a NY/NJ blues band featuring...KELTON COOPER (vocals/guitar), MIKE GRIOT (bass), RON THOMPSON (keys) and GENE LAKE (drums). Early comparisons to the Meters, Luther Allison, Keb Mo' and Buddy Guy are starting to roll in!

Having released two promotional singles in 2022 ("The Skin I'm In" and "Troubled Times"), the band has independently released its 2024 debut album "The Skin I'm In". 

These seasoned veterans have certainly paid their dues; as individual side men, they have supported a who’s-who of touring “A-listers”, including Sue Foley, Josh Smith, Kool & the Gang, Ruf’s Blues Caravan, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Bo Diddley, Jr. and Michael Hill’s Blues Mob… just to name a few.

BLUES People’s arrival on the global blues scene marks a dynamic shift in the present and future state of blues music… and the culmination of a story over 40 years in the making. Lead singer- guitarist Kelton Cooper and Bassist Mike Griot met as teenagers in rival bands in Orange, NJ… just a stone’s throw from NYC.

 

Cooper (who played drums, guitar and bass) and Griot (who was a classical cellist and electric bassist) shared early stages on local talent shows. Hungry to play the  music of the time, these inspired teenagers took every opportunity to play their instruments for any who would listen. Whether it was a friend’s basement, garage or backyard — these two talents literally loaded their equipment in shopping carts (if necessary) to the next place they could play their music.

 

FAST FORWARD (2017): Having separately amassed years of pro touring credits, recording sessions and collaborations with a literal “Who’s Who” in entertainment, Cooper and Griot found themselves back together again — this time in Griot’s live music club in New Jersey. Cooper moonlighted as a sound engineer…as well as continuing his relentless freelance schedule. It was fellow sideman/drummer Gene Lake (David Sanborn/Boz Scaggs/Meshell Ndegeocello) who suggested Cooper should do an original project. Upon presenting this to Griot, Griot agreed, stating “if we become a cover band, lose my number”! This proved to be the catalyst for band’s birth.

 

THE PANDEMIC (2020): When COVID shut down the music industry, the three musical comrades did what many did: write and record. With access to multiple studios, they began crafting what has now become their “NYC/North Jersey Blues Sound” - while sharing stories of their life and struggles. Their important together work has resulted in their 2024 debut album: “The Skin I’m In”.

Blues People musically explores the effects of the blues on modern American culture on many universal levels... and is a modern chronicle of four "real-life blues brothers" living in THIS time in America... while surviving the NY/NJ-Metro urban landscape. 

BLUES People WINS THE NJBS/INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE!!

BLUES People was born during the pandemic… but the band members have authentically lived their truths - as lifelong working musicians, producers and recording artists for over 30 years.

After taking the NY-metro area by storm for 4 years with their incredible shows and musicianship, the band has won the North Jersey Blues Society International Blues Challenge in 2023 and 2024… and (in their very first attempt) made the SEMIFINALS in the 2024 Memphis International Blues Challenge!

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:15 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Don Braden/Karl Latham Big Fun(K!)

A Groove/Soul/Jazz Journey featuring renowned musicians; tenor saxophonist flutist, arranger and composer Don Braden and drummer, Karl Latham.

The collective soul/jam group Big Fun(K!) features jazz star saxophonist/composer Don Braden and internationally acclaimed drummer Karl Latham. Don Braden is a jazz musician of the highest caliber.  For over 30 years he has toured the world leading his own ensembles on saxophone and flute, as a special guest, and as a sideman with Jazz greats Betty Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Tony Williams, Roy Haynes, and many others.  Karl Latham has performed, recorded and produced with Grammy Award winning artists, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members and multitude of acclaimed artists including The Shirelles; Johnny Winter; Bernie Worrell; John Lee Quartet; Mark Egan; The Dizzy Gillespie Alumni All-Stars, The Dizzy Gillespie Afro-Latin Experience; Andy Snitzer and many others.  

"Big Fun(k) is a synchronized rhythm machine."
JazzTimes Magazine

Doors open at 4:30 and the first seating ends at 6:15 for a performance at 7:00, second seating begins at 8:35 for the 9:15performance. $40 food & drink minimum per person. $5 music charge per guest. Reservations strongly recommended.

This week, as part of the continuing “Tuesday Trio Series,” bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis welcome Pianist Bob Himmelberger. Bob is an exciting jazz pianist, composer and educator who has played at Shanghai Jazz for several years. He is an alum of William Paterson University’s Jazz Studies Program and has toured through the United States, including Carnegie Hall. Bob has also performed in St. Marten, London, Argentina, and Uruguay.

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

Legendary jazz duo Jerry Vezza (piano) and Grover Kemble (guitar & vocals), along with bassist Hal Slapin and drummer John Vourtsis are back together to enthrall our dinner guests with masterful renditions of jazz standards, the American Songbook and original tunes. Jerry and Grover have been playing together for over 25 years and the fun they have on a bandstand is definitely infectious. As a leader, Grover draws the audience into every lyric, engaging everyone in the crowd. On piano, Jerry is a musician who embodies the classic jazz values of melodic warmth, rhythmic subtlety and true elegance. Jazz critic Zan Stewart of the Star Ledger wrote that "Vezza sings with his hands" and "plays resplendent jazz piano."

No music charge, $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations are always recommended for performances at 7:00 and 9:15, seatings for each at 6:15 and 8:45, respectively.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

This week, as part of the continuing “Tuesday Jazz Trio Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis welcome Tomoko Ohno back to our stage. Tomoko, an established pianist in the jazz scene in NYC and an esteemed member of our musical family here in Madison, is a truly special pianist. Originally from Tokyo, Japan she has been playing piano since her teens. She is a proud member of Sherrie Maricle's Diva Jazz Orchestra and has played at Lincoln Center, Weill Recital, Carnegie Hall, The Blue Note, Birdland , and has performed and/or recorded with Slide Hampton, Claudio Roditi, James Spaulding, Rufus Reid, The John Lee Quartet and The Dizzy Gillespie Alumni Big Band. Ms. Ohno has also released albums as a leader in Japan, U.S., and Argentina.

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Blue Soul’s music is a unique fusion of Blues, Jazz, New Orleans, Soul, Rock, and R&B styles. In December '23, Blue Soul celebrated the 15-year anniversary of their first performance at Shanghai Jazz.

 Featuring songs by artists including:  Bill Withers, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Marvin Gaye, B.B. King, Otis Redding, Al Green, George Benson, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Taj Mahal – and many others.

 Blue Soul features the soulful vocals of Herb Woodson, and musical director/ bassist/ vocalist Bailey Gee. They are accompanied by: Ted Brancato on piano, Mike Hogan on guitar, Joseph DeVico on drums and Frank Elmo on Tenor Saxophone.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Luciano Salvatore began piano lessons at the age of nine. By ten, he was already composing music and performing at recitals and local functions. After finishing high school, Luciano continued his studies at the Berklee College of Mucis in Boston learning from the world’s best musical instructors and received his Bachelor of Music degree in 1975. Subsequently, Luciano accepted a faculty position at Berklee while continuing his education at Boston University. Shortly after earning his Master’s degree, Luciano moved to NY and founded North Jersey Music Labs, a private firm specializing in piano, theory, composition, improvisation, and voice. Luciano’s diverse performing career has taken him throughout the US, Japan, Italy, and Canada. During this time, he also established himself as a producer of award-winning music whose credits include one of the ten best records of 1996, according to Jazz Times Magazine.

Mike Richmond has been featured on over 350 recordings (16 solo) and has recorded/performed internationally with Miles Davis, Stan getz, Charles Mingus Dynasty/Big Band/Orchestra, Quincy Jones, Dizzy Gillespie, Bobby McFerrin, Raci Shankar, Horace Silver and many more. He has won Grammy Awards with Miles Davis, Quincy Jones, and the Philadelphia Orchestra.

Sergio Slavatore began recording at the remarkable age of 11 and his superb musicianship has led to recordings that have featured such notable players as Chick Corea, Michale & Randy Brecker, Gary Burton, Jay Anderson, Danny Gottlieb, and William Kennedy. He has also played in shows with Gary Burton, Dave Drusin, Delfeayo Marsalis, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, and Grover Washington Jr.

Sergio began playing an a very early age and was performing in public by the time he was 4. In 1992 a video of Sergio playing was brought to the Director of A & R at GRP Records. A live audition followed and resulted in the recording of Sergio’s self titled debut album for the label, cutting seven original tunes and receiving critically favorable response! His career has not slowed down since then.

Doors open at 4:30, performance begins at 6:00. $5 entertainment & $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations are recommended.

This week, as part of Shanghai Jazz’s continuing “Tuesday Jazz Trio Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis join Madison’s own Jerry Vezza on Piano and special guest Bob Hanlon on Sax. Jerry is a musician who embodies the classic jazz values of melodic warmth, rhythmic subtlety and true elegance. Jazz critic Zan Stewart of the Star Ledger wrote that "Vezza sings with his hands" and "plays resplendent jazz piano."

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

This week, as part of Shanghai Jazz’s continuing “Tuesday Trio Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis welcome Pianist John Bianculli to the stage! Pianist, composer and educator, John brings his lyrical, soulful sound and creative arrangements to Shanghai Jazz. You’ll hear a unique blend of Jazz, Latin, Brazilian, R&B and World Music.

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

This is sure to be an epic night of music! Four of the most incredible musicians in the world are bringing their friendships and talents to Madison.

John Lee, current leader of the Dizzy Gillespie All Star Big Band and long time bassist for Dizzy himself, leads a tremendous quartet this Saturday night! John is a celebrated musician, band leader, composer, engineer, and producer. He has performed on over 50 albums and performed with the likes of, in addition to Dizzy Gillespie, Paquito D’Rivera, Max Roach, Sonny Rollins, McCoy Tyner, James Moody, Jimmy Heath, Joe Henderson, Larry Coryell, Paquito D'Rivera, Gregory Hines, Claudio Roditi, Arturo Sandoval, Joachim Kühn and Philip Catherine.

Drummer Karl Latham's career has spanned the globe performing, recording and producing with Grammy Award winning artists, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members and multitude of internationally acclaimed musicians. Karl is best known for his exceptional ability to dig into a variety of musical styles. Karl is included in the Drummerworld Top Drummers list. In addition to performing as a freelance drummer, Karl can be heard drumming when leading his own group “Living Standards”, as a co-leader of Big Fun(K) with saxophonist/composer Don Braden and co leader with Ryan Carniaux and Mark Egan of the “2016 BMW Welt Jazz Award”nominated group “Constellations”. Karl is a proud endorsing drum artist for Yamaha Drums, Paiste Cymbals, Evans Drumheads, Innovative Percussion and Big Fat Snare.

Freddie Hendrix: Over the past two decades, Freddie Hendrix has become one of the most in demand trumpeters in Jazz, and beyond. Also an accomplished composer, arranger and educator, the Teaneck, New Jersey native's skill and versatility has resulted in him working with a wide array of performers that range from the Count Basie Orchestra and The Christian McBride Big Band, to Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and Alicia Keys.

Alex Collins Alex Collins is a New York City based pianist, composer, arranger and vibraphonist. Alex made his debut at the Tanglewood Jazz Festival with the Brandon Wright Quartet in 2010. Alex is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music (M.M. Jazz Composition) and earned his undergraduate degree from the Eastman School of Music (B.M. Jazz Studies and Contemporary Media (Piano)). He received the Wynton Kelly Jazz Foundation Award for Jazz Achievement (2003) and participated in the prestigious Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead program (2006). Aside from leading his own trio, Alex has performed in the bands of Ronnie Burrage, Micelle Coltrane, Big Funk, Gerry Gibbs, Karl Latham, John Lee, Lonnie Plaxico, Lenny White, and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars.

Seatings at 6:15 and 8:35 with no music charge, $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

For over three decades, drummer Steve Johns has been a major presence on the jazz scene, collaborating with many of the music’s most renowned practitioners.  Artists from all points on the musical spectrum have consistently sought him out because they know his musicianship, versatility, deep commitment to his craft, and enthuaism will enrich any performance.  Leaders such as Nat Adderley, Stanley Turrentine, Larry Coryell, Randy Brecker, Ronnie  Cuber, Jimmy Owens, Dr. Billy Taylor, Benny Carter, Thomas Chapin and Sonny Fortune appreciated the fact that, no matter what the gig, from the world’s greatest concert stages to the smallest clubs, Steve brings the same total commitment, utmost professionalism, and pure joy at making music.  He is also a total musician, who continues to expand his musical horizons by studying piano and trumpet.

This evening will feature Steve Johns -drums, John Hart- guitar, Greg Murphy-piano, & Yuriy Galkin-bass. These incredible musicians will be playing some classics along with a selection of Their new release, Mythology

New World Jazz writes: For his debut Steeplechase album under his own name as a leader, New York City veteran drummer/composer Steve Johns engaged a uniquely configured crew of versatile players he’s long known and often collaborated with. Johns teams up with guitar great John Hart, the amazing vibraphonist and vocalist Monte Croft, piano wiz Greg Murphy and the incomparable bassist Joris Teepe. Two of Steve’s compositions get the ball rolling, followed by his band mates’ songs, with a few classics sprinkled in. Steve says, he’s always enjoyed tales from ancient civilizations; mystical legends as depicted in the stories of Icarus, Perseus and Medusa. “Mythology” is an album full of imagination, stories and some fantastic playing by this amazing lineup of world-class musicians.

Join us for this exciting cd release party! Performance begins at 7:00 with a $5 music charge and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations are always recommended.

www.stevejohnsjazz.com

“Influenced by singers Sara Bareilles and Michael Buble...Brynn Stanley has developed a style that is also reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald, Norah Jones and Rosemary Clooney.” David Laurell, LA TIMES

Brynn Stanley is a local artist who has been building her repertoire and her career from Shanghai Jazz to the Marmot Hotel in Los Angeles and between for several years. We are both excited and proud to host this celebration of her latest effort, “Classic Christmas.” She is an outstanding talent with a sultry, yet graceful style, “reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald, Norah Jones, and Rosemary Clooney.”

$5 music charge and $40 food & drink minimum per person with seatings at 6:15 and 8:35. Reservations strongly recommended.

World entertainers, Ty Stephens & (the) Soul Jazz, have been packing in audiences globally for many years. Catching them at the world famous Blue Note in NYC, witnessing repeated standing ovations from the international crowd, brought industry icon, Buzz Willis, out of semi-retirement, and caused Robert "Kool" Bell *(Kool & The Gang) to put his name behind these original, versatile, “elegantly funky” Jazz/R&B musicians.

From New York, to Monte Carlo, to Korea, to Japan, to Russia, to Brazil, to Haiti, to Zimbabwe, this band of accomplished, polished artists, Ty Stephens & (the) SoulJaazz, has performed with and opened for the likes of Stevie Wonder, Carlos Santana, Janet Jackson, Celine Dion, Tony Bennett, Steely Dan, Johnny Halliday, Gilberto Gil, Jill Scott, Alicia Keys, Eric Clapton, Elton John, Mario Biondi, Charles Aznavour, Erykah Badu, Diana Ross, Grace Jones, Al Jarreau, George Benson, and many more! They have recorded 4 studio albums, to date, and won awards in jazz vocals, recording and production. Their performances have been featured in the films "Petunia" starring Thora Birch (2013) and "Jazz Club", an award-winning thesis film by Paul Guerin (2014).

Winner of JazzMobile's Anhueser/Busch Jazz Vocalist competition 2006, and, more recently, the 2018 Audelco Award for Best Actor In A Musical, for the Off-Broadway show "On Kentucky Avenue", Ty has been featured with Japanese superstar Toshi Kubota in 8 tours over 25 years; appeared on Broadway in the original companies of “Sophisticated Ladies” and “Marilyn, An American Fable”, and recorded with Harry Belafonte, Peggi Lee, Alyson Williams, Baba Olatunji, Chuck Mangione, Gwen McCrae and many more. Songwriter, vocal arranger, producer, actor, dancer, choreographer, director. A master showman.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Endorsed by The Great Ty Stephens! Sherma Andrews is no stranger to the stage, and if you haven’t seen her in action, now is your chance! Her repertoire explores a wide range of genres including jazz, blues, gospel,

Pop and R&B. Never a dull moment!

Sherma’s original music has been syndicated on internationally acclaimed TV shows and movies.

Sherma is captivating with a beautiful voice and all-star band.is no stranger to the stage, and if you haven’t seen her in action, now is your chance! Her repertoire explores a wide range of genres including jazz, blues, gospel,

Pop and R&B. Never a dull moment!

Sherma’s original music has been syndicated on internationally acclaimed TV shows and movies.

Sherma is captivating with a beautiful voice and all-star band.

With Glen Merritt on piano, Alan Hayes on bass, Pete Omelio on drums, and John Higgins on trumpet, Meant To Be keeps audiences swinging throughout the night! These four fantastic musicians have been playing together for over 15 years and each feeds off of the others’ enthusiasm and improvisations.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 7:00 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

This week, as part of Shanghai Jazz’s continuing “Tuesday Jazz Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis welcome Madison’s own Jerry Vezza on Piano and special guest Bob Hanlon on Sax. Jerry is a musician who embodies the classic jazz values of melodic warmth, rhythmic subtlety and true elegance. Jazz critic Zan Stewart of the Star Ledger wrote that "Vezza sings with his hands" and "plays resplendent jazz piano."

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

Rob Paparozzi is co-lead singer of The Original Blues Brothers Band and a masterful harmonica player. He has opened for Bruce Springsteen and toured or recorded with everyone from Dolly Parton to Whitney Houston, Blood Sweat & tears, Cyndi Lauper and Bobby McFerrin. He is also a founder of the Hudson River Rats with legendary performers, and our friends, Bernard Purdie, John Korba, and Dan Boone.

Always a performer who gets our audiences on their feet as the shows are too much fun to stay seated!

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-9:00. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:15 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Luciano Salvatore began piano lessons at the age of nine. By ten, he was already composing music and performing at recitals and local functions. After finishing high school, Luciano continued his studies at the Berklee College of Mucis in Boston learning from the world’s best musical instructors and received his Bachelor of Music degree in 1975. Subsequently, Luciano accepted a faculty position at Berklee while continuing his education at Boston University. Shortly after earning his Master’s degree, Luciano moved to NY and founded North Jersey Music Labs, a private firm specializing in piano, theory, composition, improvisation, and voice. Luciano’s diverse performing career has taken him throughout the US, Japan, Italy, and Canada. During this time, he also established himself as a producer of award-winning music whose credits include one of the ten best records of 1996, according to Jazz Times Magazine.

Mike Richmond has been featured on over 350 recordings (16 solo) and has recorded/performed internationally with Miles Davis, Stan getz, Charles Mingus Dynasty/Big Band/Orchestra, Quincy Jones, Dizzy Gillespie, Bobby McFerrin, Raci Shankar, Horace Silver and many more. He has won Grammy Awards with Miles Davis, Quincy Jones, and the Philadelphia Orchestra.

Sergio Slavatore began recording at the remarkable age of 11 and his superb musicianship has led to recordings that have featured such notable players as Chick Corea, Michale & Randy Brecker, Gary Burton, Jay Anderson, Danny Gottlieb, and William Kennedy. He has also played in shows with Gary Burton, Dave Drusin, Delfeayo Marsalis, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, and Grover Washington Jr.

Sergio began playing an a very early age and was performing in public by the time he was 4. In 1992 a video of Sergio playing was brought to the Director of A & R at GRP Records. A live audition followed and resulted in the recording of Sergio’s self titled debut album for the label, cutting seven original tunes and receiving critically favorable response! His career has not slowed down since then.

Doors open at 4:30, performance begins at 6:00. $5 entertainment & $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations are recommended.

The Deep Groove Trio features multi-award winning Hammond Organist Leonieke Scheuble, Guitarist Leo Jordan and Drummer John Vourtsis.  Funk, Monk, Wes, Horace, Stevie, Standards & beyond. 

Leonieke was just 10 years old when jazz great Dr. Lonnie Smith was shown a clip of her playing piano and gifted her with a Hammond organ. Three years later, she would go on to win “Best Up and Coming Young Artist” at the Hot House Fan Decision Awards.  A recipient of the Governor’s Award for “Exceptional Promise in Music” as well as two International Women in Jazz awards, Leonieke is also a TEDx speaker. Her first of two CDs, “Debut” was recorded by renowned engineer, Rudy van Gelder and features NEA Jazz Master, Jimmy Cobb. In July, 2022 Leonieke signed an agreement with the Hammond Organ Company and became a “Hammond Artist”.

 Leo Jordan, a graduate of the William Paterson Jazz Studies program has performed extensively in the NY area for over 30 years in the Jazz, Blues and Rock genres. 

 John Vourtsis, a multi-instrumentalist is a Shanghai Jazz regular, drumming with Jerry Vezza, Tomoko Ohno, Leonieke, Ed Laub, Grover Kemble, George Naha and Bob Himmelberger, among others.  

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 7:00 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

Ilhan Saferali From Vancouver, Canada, now in New York City, 22 year young Ilhan has established himself as an artist and is pursuing studies at The New School's prestigious jazz program. Gus Hurteau "This was one of my favorite moments on the gig with the great Gene Perla at the Deer Head Inn! (at 24 years young), I'm looking forward to great future things with this group!"

Gus Hurteau "This was one of my favorite moments on the gig with the great. Gene Perla at the Deer Head Inn! (at 24 years young). I'm looking forward to great future things with this group!"

Gene Perla At 84 years young, Gene has played with many great artists and continues to do so. And he's totally excited with his new group of Tigers as they cover the essence of jazz music from it's origins to today's explorations.

Willie Bowman At 22, the youngest member of the Quartet, Mr. Bowman brings a deep understanding of the fundamentals of jazz drumming along with a keen sense of time using his elephant ears to support the dynamics of his surroundings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 7:00 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended

This is truly a “not to be missed” performance!

Where Bill Graham’s Fillmore East meets Detroit’s Club Mozambique you will find the sounds of NYC’s, Eldorado Slim. Led by Little Feat guitarist, Scott Sharrard, the 6 piece lineup consists of some of NYC’s finest musicians. The band takes it’s name from an obscure Little Feat jam from the early ‘70’s

Sharrard describes Elorado Slim’s mix of 1970’s instrumental covers as a “blend of acid funk and space spirituals.” The band takes their sound and repertoire from one of the richest chapters in American roots music history. Inspired by the consciousness expanding and hypnotic, impovisational funk of the era, music by artists like Grant Green, Eddie Harris, Lonnie Smith, the Crusaders, Cannonball Adderley, King Curtis, Chico Hamilton and Stuff. Eldorado Slim also nods to Scott Sharrard’s work with Greg Allman and Little Feat by occasionally doing their own instrumental interpretations of tunes from those iconic rock & roll songbooks.

Since the fall of 2008, Scott Sharrard has been the touring guitarist for the Gregg Allman Band. He’s been called “One of the best guitarists in the country” by Billboard and “the next Eric Clapton or Mike Bloomfield” by the Indianapolis Star Tribune . Gregg Allman, has high praise for the guitarist. “I know all about guitar players —I’ve seen the very best — and Scott Sharrard is the perfect guitarist for my band. He understands that you don’t need to play just for the sake of playing; Scott isn’t one of those guys who thinks they’re getting paid by the note. He never steps on the vocals, and leaves plenty of room for everyone else to do their thing, but when it’s time to solo, Scott delivers, boy.” This will be the first of a summer series with Scott’s band and every show will be different and amazing!

We will offer seatings at at 6:05 and 8:35for two separate performances at 7:00 and 9:00, respectively, along with a prix fixe menu $85 per person for the 6:05 seating and $75 at the 8:35 plus drinks, tax and gratuity. Each set will be unique. Reservations required!

Eldorado Slim Prix Fixe Menu

Tasting of Starters:

Dim Sum Plates for the Table: Little Dragon Dumplings, boneless baby back ribs, baby shrimp & chicken pot stickers, baby green salad 

Pad Thai* 
chicken, shrimp, or tofu snow peas, tamarind, rice noodles

Roasted Chicken ½ chicken, whipped potatoes, charred carrots, southern gravy

Braised Beef Short Ribs  
whipped potatoes, greens, natural reduction 

Crisp Beijing Duck       cucumber, scallion, plum sauce, mushu pancakes ($9 supplement)

Crisp Whole Red Snapper    thai cucumber-pineapple salsa ($9 supplement) 

Crisp Chicken Breast & Waffles  broccoli, general tso’s sauce or sesame glaze

Dessert

Sampling of Sweet Endings

Blue Soul’s music is a unique fusion of Blues, Jazz, New Orleans, Soul, Rock, and R&B styles. In December '23, Blue Soul celebrated the 15-year anniversary of their first performance at Shanghai Jazz.

 Featuring songs by artists including:  Bill Withers, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Marvin Gaye, B.B. King, Otis Redding, Al Green, George Benson, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Taj Mahal – and many others.

 Blue Soul features the soulful vocals of Herb Woodson, and musical director/ bassist/ vocalist Bailey Gee. They are accompanied by: Ted Brancato on piano, Mike Hogan on guitar, Joseph DeVico on drums and Frank Elmo on Tenor Saxophone.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

This week, as part of the continuing “Tuesday Jazz Trio Series,” Bassist Hal Slapin and Drummer John Vourtsis welcome pianist extraordinaire Leonieke! Leonieke was just 10 years old when jazz great Dr. Lonnie Smith was shown a clip of her playing piano and gifted her with a Hammond organ. Three years later, she would go on to win “Best Up and Coming Young Artist” at the Hot House Fan Decision Awards.  A  recipient of the Governor’s Award for “Exceptional Promise in Music” as well as two International Women in Jazz awards, Leonieke is also a TEDx speaker. Her first of two CDs “Debut”, was recorded by renowned engineer, Rudy van Gelder and features NEA Jazz Master, Jimmy Cobb. In July, 2022, Leonieke signed an agreement with the Hammond Organ Company and became a “Hammond Artist”.

And come early to hear Rich Court playing solo piano. Standards, Beatles & beyond. He starts at 5:30. Happy Hour from 4:30 - 6:00 with half price beers, select wines and dim sum offerings.

Doors open at 4:30 for Happy Hour. Performance begins at 6:30 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $25 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

GOOD STUFF is the World's ONLY Tribute to 

STEELY DAN, STING, STEVIE WONDER and GINO VANNELLI all in one great show.

 GOOD STUFF is a collaboration of some of the finest musicians and singers in the NY/NJ area.

Members of GOOD STUFF have worked with B.J. Thomas, Allan Schwartzberg, The Les Paul Trio, Jose Feliciano, Chuck Berry, The Crests, Jimmy Webb, Lenny Welch, The Drifters, Frank Zappa’s Band from Utopia, Keith Emerson of ELP, Bucky Pizzarelli, Gloria Lynne, Jay Leonhart, The Vivino Brothers, The Marvelettes, Dizzy Gillespie, Thad Jones, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston, The Saturday Night Live Band, Tommy James and The Shondells, Madonna, David Bowie, The NJ Ballet, Larry Gatlin, Carly Simon, Keely Smith, Roseanne Cash, Marie Osmond, The Shirelles, Marc Anthony, Morton Harkett, The Mystics, The Bernie Worrel Orchestra, Hanson, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Mariah Carey, Jon Bon Jovi, Michael McDonald, Dave Mathews, Jewel, Natalie Merchant, Rob Thomas, Tony Bennett, Cindi Lauper, Trisha Yearwood, Gary US Bonds, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Gloria Gaynor, Lloyd Price, Max Weinberg, Southside Johnny, The Jimmy Dorsey Band, The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Bo Diddley, The Duprees, The Asbury Jukes, Randy Brecker, Steve Swallow, Darlene Love, Roy Hargrove, Dionne Warwick, Jon Herington, The New Orleans Suspects, BD Lenz, Tom Brislin, Glen Burtnik, Bobby Kimball, The Churchills, Fossil, Hyperactive, and Blowup.

goodstuffband.netDoors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:15 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

GOOD STUFF Official Website

https://goodstuffband.net/

"Like Us" on FACEBOOK
https://www.facebook.com/GoodStuffNJ

Rob Paparozzi is co-lead singer of The Original Blues Brothers Band and a masterful harmonica player. He has opened for Bruce Springsteen and toured or recorded with everyone from Dolly Parton to Whitney Houston, Blood Sweat & tears, Cyndi Lauper and Bobby McFerrin. He is also a founder of the Hudson River Rats with legendary performers, and our friends, Bernard Purdie, John Korba, and Dan Boone.

Always a performer who gets our audiences on their feet as the shows are too much fun to stay seated!

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-9:00. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:15 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

Blue Soul’s music is a unique fusion of Blues, Jazz, New Orleans, Soul, Rock, and R&B styles. In December '23, Blue Soul celebrated the 15-year anniversary of their first performance at Shanghai Jazz.

 Featuring songs by artists including:  Bill Withers, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Marvin Gaye, B.B. King, Otis Redding, Al Green, George Benson, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Taj Mahal – and many others.

 Blue Soul features the soulful vocals of Herb Woodson, and musical director/ bassist/ vocalist Bailey Gee. They are accompanied by: Ted Brancato on piano, Mike Hogan on guitar, Joseph DeVico on drums and Frank Elmo on Tenor Saxophone.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

GOOD STUFF is the World's ONLY Tribute to 

STEELY DAN, STING, STEVIE WONDER and GINO VANNELLI all in one great show.

 GOOD STUFF is a collaboration of some of the finest musicians and singers in the NY/NJ area.

Members of GOOD STUFF have worked with B.J. Thomas, Allan Schwartzberg, The Les Paul Trio, Jose Feliciano, Chuck Berry, The Crests, Jimmy Webb, Lenny Welch, The Drifters, Frank Zappa’s Band from Utopia, Keith Emerson of ELP, Bucky Pizzarelli, Gloria Lynne, Jay Leonhart, The Vivino Brothers, The Marvelettes, Dizzy Gillespie, Thad Jones, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston, The Saturday Night Live Band, Tommy James and The Shondells, Madonna, David Bowie, The NJ Ballet, Larry Gatlin, Carly Simon, Keely Smith, Roseanne Cash, Marie Osmond, The Shirelles, Marc Anthony, Morton Harkett, The Mystics, The Bernie Worrel Orchestra, Hanson, Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Mariah Carey, Jon Bon Jovi, Michael McDonald, Dave Mathews, Jewel, Natalie Merchant, Rob Thomas, Tony Bennett, Cindi Lauper, Trisha Yearwood, Gary US Bonds, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Gloria Gaynor, Lloyd Price, Max Weinberg, Southside Johnny, The Jimmy Dorsey Band, The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Bo Diddley, The Duprees, The Asbury Jukes, Randy Brecker, Steve Swallow, Darlene Love, Roy Hargrove, Dionne Warwick, Jon Herington, The New Orleans Suspects, BD Lenz, Tom Brislin, Glen Burtnik, Bobby Kimball, The Churchills, Fossil, Hyperactive, and Blowup.

goodstuffband.netDoors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:15 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.

GOOD STUFF Official Website

https://goodstuffband.net/

"Like Us" on FACEBOOK
https://www.facebook.com/GoodStuffNJ

Blue Soul’s music is a unique fusion of Blues, Jazz, New Orleans, Soul, Rock, and R&B styles. In December '23, Blue Soul celebrated the 15-year anniversary of their first performance at Shanghai Jazz.

 Featuring songs by artists including:  Bill Withers, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Marvin Gaye, B.B. King, Otis Redding, Al Green, George Benson, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Taj Mahal – and many others.

 Blue Soul features the soulful vocals of Herb Woodson, and musical director/ bassist/ vocalist Bailey Gee. They are accompanied by: Ted Brancato on piano, Mike Hogan on guitar, Joseph DeVico on drums and Frank Elmo on Tenor Saxophone.

Doors open at 4:30. Seating times are 5:00-6:05 and 8:35-8:45. Respective performances begin at 7:00 and 9:05 with $5 Entertainment Fee and $40 food & drink minimum per person. Reservations strongly recommended.