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July 12, 2026 — Hyeseon Hong Jazz Orchestra Brings World‑Class Orchestral Jazz to Brightside Restaurant
 Jersey City, NJ — July 12, 2026. The internationally acclaimed composer and conductor Hyeseon Hong will present her celebrated large‑ensemble sound in an intimate neighborhood setting, offering the community a rare opportunity to experience orchestral jazz at a global level. Known for leading her 18‑piece Hyeseon Hong Jazz Orchestra at world‑renowned venues such as Birdland Jazz Club, the Jersey City Jazz Festival Pier Stage, and cultural institutions including the Korean Cultural Center New York and programs connected to the Seoul Arts Center, Hong’s July 12 appearance reframes a local restaurant as part of a worldwide constellation of stages touched by her cinematic, Korean‑infused orchestral imagination.
Hong’s music is defined by its sweeping scope, cultural depth, and architectural complexity. Nearly twenty musicians—brass, woodwinds, rhythm section, and voice—perform multi‑movement works that demand precision, stamina, and deep interpretive unity. This is orchestral jazz at its most ambitious, shaped by Hong’s role as composer, conductor, and cultural storyteller. Presenting this scale of artistry in a community venue is both uncommon and culturally significant, offering audiences a close‑up encounter with a form of jazz typically reserved for elite concert halls and international festivals. This event is made possible through the collaborative support of the Jersey City Arts Council, NJPAC Community Engagement, the Rutgers Institute of Jazz Studies, Gregory Burrus Productions, and of course Hyeseon Hong herself. Their shared commitment ensures that world‑class music is not only accessible but woven directly into the cultural fabric of the community. By bringing an orchestra of this magnitude into a neighborhood space, these partners reaffirm the belief that excellence belongs everywhere—and that communities thrive when global artistry is brought to their doorstep. RESERVE YOUR SPACE FOR THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT This July 12 performance is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Community members are encouraged to reserve their space through Gregory Burrus Productions or call Brightside Restaurant to confirm attendance. This rare opportunity to experience a world‑class, large‑ensemble orchestral jazz performance in an intimate neighborhood setting is expected to reach capacity quickly. Early reservation is strongly recommended to ensure access to this extraordinary cultural moment. Media Contac tGregory Burrus Productions&nbsp;&nbsp; For interviews, press inquiries, or additional info.

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July 12, 2026 — Hyeseon Hong Jazz Orchestra Brings World‑Class Orchestral Jazz to  Brightside Restaurant
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 Hyeseon Hong Orchestra Brings World‑Class Orchestral Jazz to a Neighborhood Stage

Riley Park

<h3>Wednesday, July 15 – Bradley Beach Summer Jazz Bash 4 -9 PM Riley Park</h3>
On Wednesday, Bradley Beach Tourism transforms Downtown Bradley Beach’s Riley Park into a vibrant Summer Jazz Bash honoring the 24 Hours of Music Jamboree. The park becomes a lively hub of music, community, and summer energy featuring an array of stellar jazz musicians..
Bradley Beach is about to light up with music as the Summer Jazz Bash returns to Riley Park on July 15 from 4–9 PM. This year’s celebration is part of the larger 24 Hours of Music Jamboree, bringing together powerhouse musicians, community partners, and jazz lovers from across New Jersey.
<ul><li>Lineup 4:00 –Welcome 
4:15 -- Kenneth Blake( piano),&nbsp; Aleko Nicolacakis (trumpet)
• Aaron Rabinowitz (drums)
• Dan Dowlin (bass) &nbsp;5:15 — Danny Raycraft Quartet&nbsp; 6:30 —​ Charlie Apicella &amp; Iron City
Charlie Apicella - Guitar
Michael Topping - bass
Austin Walker – drums 


7:45 —​ Big Funk Band
Karl Latham -Drum 
Don Braden - Sax 
Zaccai Curtis - Piano </li> </ul>

Local Event: 24 Hours of Music Jamboree : Bradley Beach Summer Jazz Bash at Riley Park

24 Hours of Music Jamboree : Bradley Beach...

Wednesday, July 15 – Bradley Beach Summer Jazz Bash 4 -9 PM Riley Park
On Wednesday, Bradley Beach Tourism transforms Downtown...

24 Hours of Music Jamboree : Bradley Beach Summer Jazz Bash at Riley Park

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