Fourth Annual JazzFest: Featuring the Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra
Join us for the fourth Annual PGCC Jazz Festival Awards Concert, featuring the Javier Nero Jazz Orchestra.
Saturday, April 11
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Center for Performing Arts - Proscenium Theater
Javier Nero is a jazz trombonist, composer, arranger, and educator whose musicianship has received significant recognition. Currently based in Baltimore, MD, Nero is busy as both a bandleader and sideman in the greater DMV area. He performs as part of the popular music ensemble the U.S. Army Blues, a big band composed of some of the nation's most talented musicians.
Nero recently joined the faculty of the Peabody Conservatory at Johns Hopkins University as the jazz trombone and arranging and harmony teacher. He released his sophomore album featuring a full jazz orchestra, "Kemet," in summer 2023. The album features nine original compositions and two arrangements for a full big band, along with special guests Randy Brecker, Sean Jones, Christie Dashiell, Warren Wolf, and Tim Green.
Tickets are free. Please register below!
Sign Language Interpretation
A sign language interpreter is available for any performance with at least three weeks of advance notice. Requests may be made by emailing contact-cpa@pgcc.edu or calling 301-546-7CPA (7272). This service is subject to the availability of suitable seating and a qualified interpreter.
Wheelchair Accessible Seating and Entrances
Please request accessible seating when purchasing tickets. The ticket office staff is trained to help guests select the seating that best meets their individual needs. The main entrance to the facility is equipped with power doors, each of the venues has an accessible entrance, and house managers can direct guests to the accessible entrance closest to their seat.
Instructions for PGCC Students
Please use your PGCC student email address when registering for events.
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