Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation
The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation (JSJBF) is a non-profit organization open to anyone interested in supporting Jazz and Blues! The foundation has a mission to “Preserve, promote, and perpetuate jazz, blues, and other indigenous music forms here in New Jersey“.
Live Jazz & Blues Music
Fish Eyed Blues and the world lost an extraordinary talent and cherished friend.
A founding member of Fish Eyed Blues and devoted board member of the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation, Jeff Bavaro leaves behind a legacy of music, friendship, and heart. His spirit will live on in every note and memory. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and fans. He will be deeply missed.
The viewing is at the Pfleger Funeral Home, 115 Tindall Rd.Middletown from 2-4 and 7-9 on Sunday, with the funeral service at 10:15am Monday at St. Leo’s Church, Lincroft.
Monthly Live Music Events and Jam Sessions by JSJBF
- Blue Collar Blues Night – Bimonthly Friday blues performances
- Blues Jam – Hosted by Jack Pic on the 2nd Monday of each month
- Jay Sweets Jazz Jam – Held on the last Monday of each month
- Jazz Café – Bimonthly Saturday jazz performances
- Reckless Steamy Nights – Jazz & Blues concert series on the last Friday of each month
Check the calendar for dates, times, and locations.
Annual Live Music Events by JSJBF
The Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation presents a variety of annual live music events. Be sure to check our calendar to stay up to date on all the exciting performances!
- Band Together for Veterans
- Harpin’ Help
- Sunday Summer Night Bands By The Beach Concert Series (Jun, Jul, Aug)
- Jazz & Blues Festival (Aug)
- New Jersey Blues Challenge (Oct)
- Holiday Party Fundraiser and the annual Guitar Raffle.
Check out our stories, live music, and events on our BLOG
JSJBF Membership
BECOME A MEMBER of JSJBF: Bands can become members and perform at events. All are welcome to join one of the membership levels, sponsor an event, or attend one of the many jazz and blues performances. Find out more about joining or renewing your JSJBF MEMBERSHIP.
Community Outreach
Need a local jazz or blues band for an event? JSJBF offers a Jazz and Blues Community Outreach Program.