Giants of Jazz

Giants of Jazz offers an unforgettable night of all-star performances honoring the legendary Paquito D’Rivera. This iconic annual event, that is produced by Grammy winner and South Orange resident John Lee, celebrates jazz royalty. Experience the magic, swing, and spontaneity as South Orange hosts the ultimate gathering of jazz masters.
SOPAC is pleased to announce that the 2025 annual Giants of Jazz concert will honor the incomparable Paquito D’Rivera. One of the greatest living musicians, Paquito’s long and distinguished career spans both the worlds of jazz and classical music.

On November 16, 2006, SOPAC presented its inaugural performance, entitled “The Music of Two Worlds.” Produced by John Lee, this first concert featured Paquito D’Rivera, Yo-Yo Ma, Brenda Feliciano and the Imani Winds. In honor of SOPAC’s 20th Anniversary Season, join us as we celebrate the career of the man who so generously graced our stage from the beginning.

Artist Line-Up
Eric Alexander
Don Braden
Alex Collins
Steve Davis
Essiet Essiet Okon
Roberta Gambarini
Mark Gross
Freddie Hendrix
Karl Latham
Jeb Patton
Rufus Reid
Evan Sherman
Erena Terakubo
Yotam Silberstein

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