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Artist Lineup
Now entering its sixth year, the Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival has become one of the summer’s
most popular free music festivals. Thanks to Mayor Tim Dougherty and the Town of Morristown,
music fans of all ages can enjoy great performances on the beautiful Green located in the center of
town. Parking is available in public lots and the train station is just a couple of blocks away. Come for
the weekend and enjoy all that Morristown has to offer from historical sites to great shops and
restaurants.
Celebrating Bucky Pizzarelli’s 90th Birthday!
George Gee Swing Orchestra • 12:00 – 2:00
One of the best swing bands in the country, the George Gee Swing Orchestra will have you dancing
with its upbeat, infectious groove. Dazzling audiences from Boston to Beverly Hills and from Zurich to
Tokyo, George and his talented musicians pay tribute to the great tunes of the Swing Era.
The Festival Has Been Made Possible Thanks to The Generous Support of
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A festival favorite, guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli will be joined by his long-time partner Ed Laub, plus
Aaron Weinstein on violin and son Martin on bass. The quartet will celebrate Bucky’s 90th birthday
as they draw from the Great American Songbook and entertain you with great musicianship,
wonderful vocals and lots of laughter.
Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses • 4:00 – 6:00
The only son of the incomparable Louis Prima, Louis Prima Junior has become a popular singer,
songwriter and entertainer, and a regular in Las Vegas. Now, more than 30 years after the death of
his famous father, Louis Junior has revitalized that legacy with a band that captures the energy,
excitement and fun of his dad’s band. From “Jump, Jive, ‘An Wail” to “Just a Gigolo” the Witnesses will
have everyone clapping with joy.
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The Bucky Pizzarelli Quartet • 2:00 – 4:00
Blues guitarist Quinn Sullivan may be only 16, but he has already developed a reputation as an
accomplished performer thanks to his mentor Buddy Guy. His debut album hit #7 on the Billboard
blues album chart and he has been featured on national television as well as in blues festivals
throughout the United States, Canada and Europe.
Robert Randolph & the Family Band • 8:00 – 10:00
Pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph has a special relationship with Morristown, where he lived for
several years as he built his reputation as a musician. Drawing on the blues and soul, Randolph has
toured with artists such as Eric Clapton and Dave Mathews, and has recorded with Buddy Guy,
Santana, Ringo Starr, Santana and Elton John among many others. Rolling Stone Magazine named him
one of the top 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.
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There Is ParkingThroughout The Town
Including Several Public LotsNear The Green
Quinn Sullivan • 6:00 – 8:00