Rich Perry to Perform With William Paterson Jazz Orchestra

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Tenor saxophonist Rich Perry will perform with the William Paterson Jazz Orchestra, directed by David Demsey, in the final concert of the spring Jazz Room series on March 9 at William Paterson University in New Jersey.

Prior to the concert, Perry will be the guest for “Sittin’ In,” an informal discussion about jazz. Admission is free to all Jazz Room ticketholders.

Perry is an instructor of jazz improvisation at William Paterson.

More info: wpunj.edu



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