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Best Jazz & Blues in New Brunswick

Chris Botti at State Theatre

Chris Botti

The world's top-selling instrumental artist Chris Botti has charm and talent in spades; the Italian American contemporary jazz trumpeter breathes new life into a range of different genres from American songbook standards to bebop classics by the likes of Miles Davis. Botti is not only a highly skilled musician but a consummate entertainer, with a gleam in his eye his onstage banter calls to mind the performers of jazz's golden age.

Trombone Shorty And Orleans Avenue at State Theatre

Trombone Shorty And Orleans Avenue

Trombone Shorty's 2013 'Say That to Say This' was, to the delight of many fans, a return to his New Orleans roots with a full-on funk record. Now continuing on the funk train, Shorty is backed by his band Orleans Avenue on tour, a collective of stunningly accomplished players. For lovers of music you can move to, this is a tour you will not want to miss!

Doobie Brothers at PNC Bank Arts Center

Doobie Brothers

Blue-eyed soul and soft rockers The Doobie Brothers have become an indelible part of the American musical landscape, making their mark as a durable and resilient band that fearlessly embraces genres ranging from RnB to classic rock and boogie. Their incredible 50-year + career has seen a host of talented performers join their evolving line-up including crooner Michael McDonald and guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter.