Jazz and Art Festival at Riker Hill Art Park Open House Livingston NJ

The Essex County's Jazz and Art Festival was a memorable event filled with live music and open studios by talented artists. Amidst the lush greenery of Riker Hill Art Park in Livingston NJ, attendees enjoyed the exceptional performances of three outstanding jazz bands. .

Live music on the stage was performed by:

We opened the days event with a stellar performance from 12:00 to 1:30 PM by thePeter Lin Group which included Tadataka Unno on Keys, David F Gibson on Drums Masaaki Saito on Bass and Peter Lin on Trombone

Next up from 1:45 PM to 3:00 PM was a wonderful set by the Meant To Be Jazz Quartet with Glen Merritt on piano, Alan Hayes on bass, Pete Omelio on drums and John Higgins on trumpet.

Closing out the days festivities from 3:30 PM ,- 5:00 PM was the swinging Hard-Bop Jazz Express Septet featuring Ed Palermo on Alto sax. He was joined on the bandstand by Bob Kenselaar, tenor sax, John Christmann, trombone. Ian Kenselaar Bass, James Hassenfeld, guitar; Rich Paganello, piano; and Jed Baker, drums.

The ambiance was perfect for a day out with loved ones, jazz fans, the artist community - people brought their chairs and relaxed under mostly clear skies while others explored the artist open houses. It was an all-around perfect day with beautiful weather, stunning views and stellar jazz performances.

Riker Hills Art Park is a little known beautiful, lovely outdoor setting with gorgeous views in a lush green setting.

This event was presented by the Essex County Board of Commissioners in conjunction with Essex County Parks and Cultural Affairs and curated by Gregory Burrus Productions and big thanks to the County's Deborah Davis Ford and the commissioners.