2026 Jazz Series Fundraiser: Count Basie Big Band Celebration

✨ Event Description The 2026 Jazz Series Fundraiser: Count Basie Big Band Celebration is a live jazz event happening at Rutherfurd Hall in Hackettstown, NJ, on November 22 from 2 to 4 PM. This fundraiser features a performance by the NY/NJ All-Star 18-Piece Big Band, paying tribute to Count Basie’s legendary sound in a historic mansion setting.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🎷 Live jazz performance: Enjoy classic Count Basie tunes played by a large 18-piece big band.
• 🏛️ Historic venue: The concert takes place inside Rutherfurd Hall, a notable mansion in Hackettstown.
• 💰 Fundraising event: This concert supports cultural and community causes through ticket proceeds.
• 🎺 Big band sound: Experience the rich, full arrangements characteristic of Count Basie’s music.
• 📍 Hackettstown location: The event is held at 1686 County Road 517 in Warren County, NJ.
• ⏰ Afternoon show: The concert runs from 2 PM to 4 PM, perfect for a weekend outing.
• 🎶 Jazz series part: This event is part of a broader 2026 jazz series focused on live music appreciation.
• 🎼 Tribute theme: The program centers on celebrating Count Basie’s influential jazz legacy.