Jazz Night at Fanwood's Carriage House on September 12

On September 12, the Fanwood Performance Series brings a jazz evening to the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center at the Carriage House, 135 Watson Road, Fanwood. The show runs from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

The James Austin Jr. Trio headlines with a program called "Songs in the Key of Wonder and More" — a set of arrangements drawn from Stevie Wonder's catalog alongside jazz standards.

Austin, a Chicago native, has served as pianist and arranger for two concerts at Carnegie Hall and has curated and led the NJPAC Jazz Jam Session series since its inception. He is regularly featured as a pianist and bandleader for live concerts, theatrical performances, and civic and charitable events across the New York-New Jersey metro area, and has performed alongside singers and musicians in diverse settings throughout the world.

Joining the trio is pianist and composer Ellie Lee, whose work draws from jazz, classical, pop, R&B/soul, and gospel. Lee grew up in Seoul, South Korea, earned a scholarship to study at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, and later received a Master of Music degree from William Paterson University in Wayne. She performs extensively in the New York-New Jersey area and teaches as an adjunct professor at Felician University in Rutherford.

Attendees should check directly with the Fanwood Performance Series for ticket and admission information.

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FAQ

Q: What is the Fanwood Performance Series?
A: The Fanwood Performance Series is a cultural arts programming series presenting music and performance at the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center (the Carriage House) in Fanwood.

Q: When is the jazz concert?
A: The jazz concert is Friday, September 12, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Q: Where is the concert?
A: The concert is at the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center (Carriage House) at 135 Watson Road, Fanwood.

Q: Who is performing?
A: The James Austin Jr. Trio headlining with pianist and composer Ellie Lee.

Q: What is the program title?
A: The program is called "Songs in the Key of Wonder & More."

Q: What music will they perform?
A: The program features arrangements from Stevie Wonder's catalog alongside jazz standards.

Q: Who is James Austin Jr.?
A: James Austin Jr. is a Chicago native who has served as pianist and arranger for two concerts at Carnegie Hall and has curated and led the NJPAC Jazz Jam Session series. He performs regularly as a pianist and bandleader throughout the New York-New Jersey metro area.

Q: Who is Ellie Lee?
A: Ellie Lee is a pianist and composer whose work draws from jazz, classical, pop, R&B/soul, and gospel. She grew up in Seoul, South Korea, earned a scholarship to study at Berklee College of Music in Boston, and received a Master of Music degree from William Paterson University. She performs extensively in the region and teaches as an adjunct professor at Felician University in Rutherford.

Q: How much are tickets?
A: Ticket and admission information was not available at press time. Contact the Fanwood Performance Series directly for details.

Q: How do I get more information?
A: Contact the Fanwood Performance Series directly for ticket information and details.