Drummer

Internationally renowned veteran sax man Jerry Weldon, has been a player on the jazz scene for more than 45 years. With eight CD’s as a leader and more sideman sides than even he can count…or remember, this native New Yorker’s performance/recording résumé reflects his venerable tenor tenure and reads like a virtual "Who's Who of Jazz." After graduating from Rutgers University Jazz Studies Program in 1981, Jerry joined the legendary Lionel Hampton Orchestra and continued his association with Hamp into the new millennium. Next came a long, rewarding stint with master organist Jack McDuff & his "Heatin' System." Additionally Jerry has worked with organists Jimmy McGriff, Joey DeFrancesco, Bobby Forrester, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Mel Rhyne, trombone great Al Grey, piano giants George Cables and Cedar Walton, drum legends Roy Haynes and Jimmy Cobb as well as guitarist/singer George Benson, guitarist Earl Klugh, bassist Keter Betts, singer Mel Tormé and a host of other legendary musicians. Jerry has played with Harry Connick, Jr.’s band since 1990 and was a regular on the HARRY TV show.

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New Brunswick Jazz Project  and the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center  presents Jerry Weldon Quartet featuring Joy Brown

New Brunswick Performing Arts Center

Grammy-nominated trumpeter Terence Harper, of the legendary Harper family leads an outfit of all-star artists and family members from Atlanta and New York City to honor the 71st birthday of Harper family patriarch, trumpeter and composer Danny Harper. The evening features internationally acclaimed musicians from the Harper family: drummer Winard Harper, bassist Dishan Harper, and vocalist and pianist Terry Harper. don't miss a thoughtful, joyous and boundlessly swinging family affair!

Terence Harper & The Harper Collective

Jazz At Lincoln Center

Join us for an unforgettable Jazz performance and the ultimate Jazz jam experience led by one of the longest running Jazz jam bands, Moore’s Lounge Players!

Winard Harper

Drummer

Events

Past events

Aug 10, 2024

New Brunswick Jazz Project and the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center presents Jerry Weldon Quartet featuring Joy Brown · New Brunswick Performing Arts Center

4 - 5 Jun, 2024

Terence Harper & The Harper Collective · Jazz at Lincoln Center

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