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08/28/2026

JOEY SELLERS’ JAZZ AGGREGATION — LIVE FROM CAMPUS JAX

Tonight, composer and trombonist Joey Sellers brings his Jazz Aggregation to Campus JAX for an evening of original large-ensemble jazz — music that can swing hard, turn inward, and change shape without warning.

And tonight, something genuinely new happens:

Two World Premieres.

Sellers has spent decades exploring the territory between structure and freedom — writing music in which orchestration, color, improvisation and ensemble interaction are every bit as important as the soloist.

He has assembled an extraordinary Los Angeles band to bring that music to life:

TRUMPETS
Wayne Bergeron
Ron King

WOODWINDS
Joe Santa Maria
Jerry Pinter
Phil Feather

TROMBONES
Joey Sellers
Alex Iles
Ryan Dragon
Bob Lawrence

RHYTHM SECTION
Adam Bravo — piano
Trey Henry — bass
Kendall Kay — drums

Wayne Bergeron is one of the most celebrated lead and studio trumpeters of his generation, with more than 500 television and motion-picture soundtrack credits.

Alex Iles is one of Los Angeles' most in-demand trombonists and recording musicians, heard across jazz, orchestral music and hundreds of film and television scores.

And those are only two names in a band filled with musicians who spend their lives making other people's music sound great.

Tonight, they're here to play Joey Sellers' music.

ABOUT JOEY SELLERS
Joey Sellers is an award-winning composer, trombonist, pianist and educator whose honors include the Gil Evans Fellowship in Jazz Composition, Sammy Nestico Award and Julius Hemphill Award.

His music has been written for or performed by artists and ensembles including Doc Severinsen and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, along with symphony orchestras, chamber groups and jazz ensembles across the country.

He is Director of Jazz Studies at Saddleback College.

Joey's Jazz Aggregation has been a vehicle for his original large-ensemble writing since his early years in Los Angeles — music built around surprise, color, interaction and the constantly shifting line between composition and improvisation.

TAKE TONIGHT WITH YOU
Joey was on the Campus JAX stage just two weeks ago for FUNNY BONES: A TROMBONE SUMMIT — and we've also uncovered an earlier full Joey Sellers Jazz Aggregation performance from the JAX archive.

Explore Joey, revisit those performances and discover what's coming next:

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https://www.campusjax.com/events/event/1066/

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08/21/2026

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**TOM MARINO: The Chuck Mangione Experience — Live at Campus JAX** is a **JAXblast Broadcast Network** production, presented as part of **Steamers Jazz at JAX**, hosted by **Terence Love and Tony Guerrero**.

LIVE from **Campus JAX in Newport Beach, California** — Tom Marino leads **The Chuck Mangione Experience**, a full-band celebration of the unforgettable melodies, lyrical flugelhorn sound and joyful musical spirit of **Chuck Mangione**.

Tonight’s performance also carries a remarkable direct connection to the original music.

**Grant Geissman — guitarist on Chuck Mangione’s landmark 1977 album *****Feels So Good***** and the musician behind the unforgettable guitar solo on its title track — joins Tom Marino on the Campus JAX stage.**

This is more than a tribute. It is a living musical connection to the music itself.

Veteran Los Angeles studio musician **Tom Marino** brings a lifetime of experience as a trumpeter, flugelhornist and educator to a project inspired by one of his greatest musical influences. His extensive recording work includes television favorites such as *Modern Family*, *Arrested Development* and *Northern Exposure*.

Together with an extraordinary band, Marino explores the melodic, cinematic and immediately recognizable sound that made Chuck Mangione one of the rare artists able to bridge jazz and popular music without compromising either — music that has remained beloved across generations.

The Mangione songbook includes classics such as **“Feels So Good,” “Children of Sanchez,” “Land of Make Believe,” “Chase the Clouds Away,” “Bellavia”** and **“Give It All You Got.”**

# # # THE BAND

**Tom Marino — Flugelhorn**
**Grant Geissman — Guitar**
**Will Vargas — Woodwinds**
**Tom Zinc — Keyboards**
**Eric Sittner — Bass**
**Dave Tull — Drums**
**Bob Marino — Percussion**

Recorded live **Thursday, August 20, 2026** at **Campus JAX — Newport Beach, California.**

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08/14/2026

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FUNNY BONES: A TROMBONE SUMMIT Live at Campus JAX is a JAXblast Broadcast Network Production.

For most audiences, Matthew Elton Smith is known as a drummer, educator, and bandleader. What many don’t know is that his musical journey began on the trombone. Before earning a Master’s Degree in Jazz Drum Set from CalArts and building a career as a performer and educator throughout Southern California, Matthew earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Music and spent years studying the instrument that inspired this evening’s concert.

Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit is the realization of a simple idea, bringing together a remarkable group of trombonists whose paths have crossed through schools, bands, mentorship, recording sessions, and friendships over the last two decades. More than a showcase of individual talent, this concert is a celebration of the trombone community itself.

The summit features Joey Sellers, one of the most influential jazz educators and composers in the region. A recipient of the Gil Evans Fellowship, the Sammy Nestico Award, and numerous national commissions, Joey’s music has been performed by orchestras, jazz ensembles, and soloists throughout the world. As Director of Jazz Studies at Saddleback College, his mentorship has shaped generations of musicians, including several performers on tonight’s stage.

Joining him is Abdullah Ebrahim, whose journey through California State University Northridge and the renowned University of North Texas led to performances with the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra. Combining classical precision with modern jazz improvisation, Abdullah represents a new generation of highly versatile trombonists.

Los Angeles native and brand new dad, Steven Robinson brings one of the most diverse resumes in the group. From touring internationally with John Fogerty and recording Grammy winning projects to performing daily at Disneyland with The Straw Hatters, Steven has built a career that bridges jazz, commercial music, education, and recording work. His warmth, versatility, and musicianship have made him a favorite collaborator throughout Southern California.

The evening also features Bob Lawrence, one of Southern California’s most sought-after trombonists, arrangers, and educators. A former student of Joey Sellers at Saddleback College, Bob has performed with artists ranging from Poncho Sanchez and Luis Enrique to the Latin Grammy-nominated Afro-Peruvian Jazz Orchestra. His powerful sound and deep roots in both jazz and Latin music have made him a respected voice throughout Los Angeles.

Rounding out the brass are bass trombonists Robert Todd and Rose Doylemason. Robert is a highly respected low-brass specialist whose work spans jazz bands, symphony orchestras, brass ensembles, video game music ensembles, and even polka bands. Rose brings an equally impressive range of experiences, performing with orchestras, brass quintets, jazz ensembles, and chamber groups throughout the country. Together they showcase the incredible versatility of the trombone family.

Supporting the summit is a rhythm section made up of some of Southern California’s most creative musicians. Pianist Sam Ross, a Long Beach based composer, DownBeat Award winner, and acclaimed performer, brings his modern approach and deep jazz vocabulary to the evening. Bassist Cole Sainburg contributes a unique musical perspective shaped by jazz, Armenian folk music, and traditional Japanese music, while also serving as a dedicated educator throughout the region. Behind the drums leading the night is Matthew Elton Smith, whose career as a performer, composer, recording artist, and educator has connected many of the musicians gathered for this event.

At its heart, Funny Bones is a celebration of mentorship, friendship, shared history, and the joy of making music together. The trombone has always possessed a uniquely human voice, capable of laughter, lyricism, power, and surprise. Tonight’s performance embraces all of those qualities, bringing together artists from different backgrounds and generations for an evening that honors both the tradition and the future of jazz.

Welcome to Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit.

08/08/2026

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MATT MA**ER: SINATRA & MORE Live at Campus JAX is a JAXblast Broadcast Network Production.

Vocalist Matt Mauser's crooner style captures the essence of the very best of Tom Jones, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Sinatra, and so much more. Enjoy gourmet cuisine and classic Vegas-style entertainment as only Matt can deliver!

MATT MA**ER vocals
RON LEVY keys
DAVE MURDY guitar
DAN PEARSON bass
TOM DANTE drums

08/07/2026

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TONY GUERRERO & Friends: A Tribute to Soul Jazz Live at Campus JAX is a JAXblast Network production and part of our Steamers Jazz at JAX series every Thursday Night at Campus JAX in Newport Beach hosted by Terence Love and Tony Guerrero.

A tribute to Soul Jazz legends like Horace Silver, Wes Montgomery, Jimmy Smith, Cannonball Adderley, Stanley Turrentine and Lee Morgan.

Featuring:

Brian Charette - organ (from New York City; Downbeat Magazine Poll Winner)
Doug Webb - sax
Miles Jensen - guitar
John Davis - drums
Tony GUerrero - trumpet & flugelhorn

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