Whether you’ve lived your life with this music as the soundtrack or are a modern concert enthusiast, ‘Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam’ is bound to leave you much more fulfilled, delighted, and buoyant— and that much closer to the brilliance of the music of Dave Mason.

The breakout star of NJPAC’s Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, Samara Joy has become a global jazz singing sensation. At only 24, her voice is wise beyond her years — a reincarnation of Sarah, Ella and Billie, with a special something all her own. She recently won three well-deserved GRAMMY® Awards: Best Jazz Vocal Album for Linger Awhile, Best New Artist of 2023, and Best Jazz Performance. The New York Times praises Samara for “helping jazz take a youthful turn,” while NPR calls her a “classic jazz singer from a new generation.” We’re certain we’ll be watching her soar for decades to come.

Chris Ruggiero’s all-new show is the perfect kick-off to the summer, jam-packed with feel-good sun-drenched vibes and priceless musical memories!

Choral conductor Vinroy D. Brown, Jr. of Westminster Choir College leads a choir drawn from the community and anchored by the Capital Singers of Trenton. The program will feature Robert Ray’s iconic Gospel Mass with additional choral selections highlighting the joy and spirit of Black music.

Rev. Stef and Jubilation proudly present: “From the Middle Passage, An American Journey” in commemoration of Juneteenth. The presentation is 60 or 90 minutes, complete with original music, covered music, narratives, dance and powerful images. You don’t want to miss it!

At the 2024 Princeton Festival, American Repertory Ballet’s valued partnership with the Princeton Symphony Orchestra continues with a program of dance works and a string ensemble conducted by Rossen Milanov. Featuring Intrare Forma by Meredith Rainey and Holberg Suite by Arthur Mitchell.

With hit singles like “Two Princes” and “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong,” infectious energy and undeniable talent, Spin Doctors continue to push the boundaries of rock music, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Wang Chung, The Motels, and Naked Eyes have joined forces to create a musical extravaganza that transports audiences to the heart of the neon-soaked, synth-driven decade. Get ready to dance, sing along, and relive the magic of the 80’s with this unforgettable music tour, including mega-hits such as:

It’s a little over 2,000 miles from Compton to Nashville, but drop the needle on Keb’ Mo’s captivating new album, Good To Be, and you can make the trip in a cool three-and-a-half-minutes flat.

In this upbeat and joyful bilingual concert, Sonia De Los Santos and her band invite audiences to enjoy a delightful collection of original songs sung in Spanish and English. Nominated for a Latin Grammy®, Sonia was hailed by Billboard as “one of the Latin children’s music artists you should know.”

Join us as we celebrate Tina Turner, the iconic “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” with this all-new, live concert presentation centered on the trailblazing artist's mega hits such as “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” “Simply the Best,” “Proud Mary,” “River Deep, Mountain High,” and many others. With three prominent artists including Broadway star and American Idol finalist LaKisha Jones, plus guest conductor Lucas Waldin and the Princeton Symphony Orchestra.

The 2024 Princeton Festival opens with an operatic extravaganza! Superstar soprano Angel Blue, fresh off a season of performances in major houses both at home and abroad, joins the Princeton Symphony Orchestra for a program of favorite arias.

Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit award-winning artist who released her star-making critically acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, aged just 16. Since then, she has released nine studio albums which have sold over 15 million copies worldwide.

Two legends. One stage. Merchants of cool Jeezy and Scarface drop the beats and bring the heat this summer on June 28 for North to Shore.

Celebrated for her unique blend of R&B, jazz, and funk, the vibrant young saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin's music pulses with energy and versatility. Experience the dynamic fusion of jazz, soul, and hip-hop in her latest album, Phoenix, which earned three GRAMMY nominations and universal acclaim.

Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit award-winning artist who released her star-making critically acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, aged just 16. Since then, she has released nine studio albums which have sold over 15 million copies worldwide.

From her humble beginnings in Portland, Oregon to performing at the White House to becoming the first jazz musician to win the Grammy for Best New Artist, Esperanza Spalding’s journey is as captivating as her music. Witness her groundbreaking talent in a performance that redefines the boundaries of jazz.

Celebrate epic film scores with your New Jersey Symphony, from unforgettable themes composed by John Williams, to the golden age of cinema, to famous classical music moments in movies. Enjoy familiar favorites from Harry Potter and Star Wars alongside monumental musical moments from Apocalypse Now and Cast Away, and so much more. You won’t want to miss this love letter to film music!

Celebrate epic film scores with your New Jersey Symphony, from unforgettable themes composed by John Williams, to the golden age of cinema, to famous classical music moments in movies. Enjoy familiar favorites from Harry Potter and Star Wars alongside monumental musical moments from Apocalypse Now and Cast Away, and so much more. You won’t want to miss this love letter to film music!

Travel back to the ’70s with this all-star lineup of R&B and Philadelphia soul groups. Get in the groove with tender love songs, slow jams, smooth vocals and just a touch of funk.

For 150 years, The Bethany Baptist Church of Newark has been one of the leading African American houses of worship. The Church features monthly jazz in its Saturday evening Vesper services.

One of the most successful singer/songwriters in music, with over 100 million albums sold, Paul Anka has the distinction of being the only artist in history to have a song on the Billboard charts during seven consecutive decades. This concert features his instantly recognizable hits from the last seven decades including “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Diana,” “My Way,” “Puppy Love” and “Lonely Boy,” among many others. Paul Anka is a force of nature and a consummate showman, commanding every audience and playing to standing ovations around the world backed by his all-star band!