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"Welcoming back over 140 alumni playing on stage spanning seven decades, the evening of celebration commenced with an upbeat and jazzy rendition of Bill Zaccagni’s “Too Late… The Mambo” performed by Rowan University and Alumni Jazz Band, under the direction of Denis DiBlasio." - Contributor / Marcus Young.

Harmony through the decades: Rowan’s Centennial Concert celebrates music & memories

Marcus Young March 6, 2024

Both the seats and the stage of Pfleeger Concert Hall shone brightly on Saturday night with joy and elation as alumni and students gathered in honor of Rowan University's Centennial Concert, presented...

"During the performance, a screen above the band played a video compilation of Tony Bennett throughout the years, highlighting the vastness of his career with shots of a young Tony performing in the 1950s & 60s mixed with recent clips from his multiple concerts with Lady Gaga in the 2010s." - Contributor / Adam Reim.

Harmonizing Tribute: Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival pays homage to Tony Bennett

Adam Reim February 21, 2024

On the evening of Feb. 16, jazz appreciators from all across South Jersey assembled in Pfleeger Concert Hall to witness the culmination of Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival: a tribute concert...

"It's obvious to all the passion Betz has for music, whether it's performing himself or helping others reach their own goals in the field." - Co-News Editor / Gianna Malgiari

Brian Betz: Jazz guitarist and educator who inspires at Rowan

Aiden Seratore November 8, 2023

Here at Rowan University, there are no limits held to the possibilities within the route you plan on going for your future, whether it’s in engineering, sports broadcasting, or even music. Brian Betz...

Ethan Eno showcased his talents with a tenor saxophone solo. - Arts & Entertainment Intern / Al Harmon

Rowan showcases student talent during 53rd annual jazz festival with guest performer Dan Monaghan

Al Harmon February 15, 2023

On Feb. 10, Rowan University hosted the 53rd Annual Rowan Jazz Festival Concert. The concert was held at the Pfleeger Concert Hall and was hosted by Denis DiBlasio, the director of Jazz Studies at Rowan...

Oliver Nelson's "The Kennedy Dream" will be performed at Rowan, featuring guest soloist Oliver Nelson, Jr. -Courtesy of Impulse! Records

PREVIEW: Oliver Nelson, Jr. to join Rowan Jazz Band for performance of his father’s ‘The Kennedy Dream’

Joseph Gramigna February 14, 2018

Few names hold as much esteem in the jazz world as Oliver Nelson. The musician and composer is best known for his 1961 album "The Blues and the Abstract Truth," regarded as a highly influential jazz work. A...

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