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The Jazz Punishers quirky name is representative of the band members' sense of humor and lightheartedness about the music they love to play. We play a blend of classic jazz standards, many with a fresh twist, contemporary jazz, and even some R&B. We're a perfect fit for functions and celebrations where a sense of sophistication sans snootiness is desired. Our genre: Nouveau classic jazz with contemporary spice.

We're a versatile and lively jazz quartet with occasional vocal interludes by featured artists.

Jason Macres, Saxophones & EWI
Jim Zaroulis, Keyboards and Piano
Ed Spargo, Bass
Steve Bankuti, Drums

and featuring:
Marcia J. Macres, Vocals
Erik Ringstad, Guitar
Mike Payette, Guitar/Bass
John Catino, Guitar
Brendan Byrnes, Drums
Chris Anzalone, Drums

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers ~ featuring Connie Diamond on vocals

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers ~ featuring Connie Diamond on vocals

Sunday, June 5, 2022 @ 3:30PM — 5:30PMSun, Jun 5, 2022 @ 3:30PM — 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers and a feature playing a few consecutive tunes, then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB!

The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@macres.com.

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres & The Jazz Punishers ~ featuring Alex Barry on trumpet

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres & The Jazz Punishers ~ featuring Alex Barry on trumpet

Sunday, May 1, 2022 @ 3:30PM — 5:30PMSun, May 1, 2022 @ 3:30PM — 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford

Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers and a feature playing a few consecutive tunes, then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB!

The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@macres.com.

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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The Jazz Punishers *LIVE* in concert at Parish Center for the Arts

The Jazz Punishers *LIVE* in concert at Parish Center for the Arts

Saturday, April 9, 2022 @ 7:30PM — 10:00PMSat, Apr 9, 2022 @ 7:30PM — 10:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

Nouveau classic jazz and R&B with contemporary spice

The Jazz Punishers are a versatile and lively jazz quartet with vocal interludes. Their quirky name is representative of the band members’ sense of humor and lightheartedness about the music they love to play. Blending classic jazz standards, many with a fresh twist, contemporary jazz, and even some energetic and sassy R&B, where a sense of sophistication sans snootiness is desired.

Musicians include: Jason Macres (sax) Ed Spargo (bass) Steve Bankuti (drums) Jim Zaroulis (piano) Marcia J. Macres (vocals)

Listen to some music sampling at jazzpunishers.com/music.

Learn more about Jazz Punishers at jazzpunishers.com and LIKE their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/jazzpunishers

Doors open 7:00 p.m. Candlelit cabaret-style table seating BYOB (drinks and food) Suggested Donation $25 / $21 members/seniors Proof of Covid Vax required, Masks optional

Suggested Donation/Ticket price of $25 adults / $21 seniors & members

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, March 6, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, August 7, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Mar 6, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sun, Aug 7, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, February 6, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, July 10, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Feb 6, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sun, Jul 10, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, January 2, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, June 5, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Jan 2, 2022 @ 3:30PM — Sun, Jun 5, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, December 5, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, May 8, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Dec 5, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sun, May 8, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, November 7, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, April 10, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Nov 7, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sun, Apr 10, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Monthly Jazz Jam hosted by Marcia J. Macres and The Jazz Punishers

Sunday, October 3, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sunday, March 6, 2022 @ 5:30PMSun, Oct 3, 2021 @ 3:30PM — Sun, Mar 6, 2022 @ 5:30PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA 01886

WE'RE BACK! Join PCA’s second season of Open Jazz Jams with Marcia J. Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers. This season there will be featured artists as well. Bring your instrument and charts (if not a jazz standard), or just come and listen. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door. $5 cash cover charge (for performers and attendees). BYOB! The Jazz Punishers band (https://jazzpunishers.com) consists of seasoned jazz musicians: Jason Macres - saxophones Jim Zaroulis - keyboard/piano Ed Spargo - bass Steve Bankuti - drums Marcia J. Ridings Macres - vocals Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music. The PCA is handicap accessible to get into the building, with an outdoor lift that needs to have a person on the inside to operate. Once inside, there are 4 steps up to the stage level. If you need to use the lift, need a mic stand set up on the floor level because you cannot make it up the stairs to the stage, or need more information about the Jazz Jam, please contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com. https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/

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JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

Sunday, April 5, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PMSun, Apr 5, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA

Join PCA’s first season of Open Jazz Jam with Marcia J. Ridings Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. Bring your instrument and charts, or just come and listen.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

The Jazz Punishers band consists of seasoned jazz musicians who can play most jazz standards. You can also bring your own charts if you have specific songs you want to play/sing. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music.

For more information, contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com.

$5 cash cover charge (benefits the PCA). BYOB!

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/ https://jazzpunishers.com/

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JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

Sunday, March 1, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PMSun, Mar 1, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA

Join PCA’s first season of Open Jazz Jam with Marcia J. Ridings Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. Bring your instrument and charts, or just come and listen.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

The Jazz Punishers band consists of seasoned jazz musicians who can play most jazz standards. You can also bring your own charts if you have specific songs you want to play/sing. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music.

For more information, contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com.

$5 cash cover charge (benefits the PCA). BYOB!

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/ https://jazzpunishers.com/

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JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

Sunday, January 5, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PMSun, Jan 5, 2020 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA

Join PCA’s first season of Open Jazz Jam with Marcia J. Ridings Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. Bring your instrument and charts, or just come and listen.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

The Jazz Punishers band consists of seasoned jazz musicians who can play most jazz standards. You can also bring your own charts if you have specific songs you want to play/sing. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music.

For more information, contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com.

$5 cash cover charge (benefits the PCA). BYOB!

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/ https://jazzpunishers.com/

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Jazz Punishers perform at New Year's Needham celebration

Jazz Punishers perform at New Year's Needham celebration

Tuesday, December 31, 2019 @ 5:00PM — 5:45PMTue, Dec 31, 2019 @ 5:00PM — 5:45PM

First Baptist Church, 858 Great Plain Avenue, Needham, MA

5:00pm-5:45pm ~ Join Jazz Punishers at the First Baptist Church for some lively jazz! www.jazzpunishers.com

Enjoy New Year's Needham Celebrations - "the biggest show west of Boston Harbor". Great activities the whole day for young, old and everyone in between!

• Music: Blues, Jazz, Rock, A Cappella, R&B, Folk, Rock and more. • Dance • Theatre • Magic • Children’s performances …and more!

SCHEDULE: http://www.newyearsneedham.org/schedule/

BUY A BUTTON (only $5). Available at each venue or at the following locations: • Roche Brothers, 377 Chestnut St, Needham, MA • Sudbury Farms, 1177 Highland Ave, Needham, MA • Needham Park & Rec Commision, 500 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA • Needham Public Library, 1139 Highland Ave, Needham Heights, MA • Needham Town Hall, 1471 Highland Ave, Needham, MA • Volante Farms, 292 Forest St, Needham, MA • The YMCA, 863 Great Plain Ave, Needham, MA 02492\

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JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

JAZZ JAM with Jazz Punishers at Parish Center for the Arts, Westford, MA

Sunday, November 3, 2019 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PMSun, Nov 3, 2019 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA

Join PCA’s first season of Open Jazz Jam with Marcia J. Ridings Macres as your host and the Jazz Punishers and friends as the house band. Bring your instrument and charts, or just come and listen.

The afternoon will start off with Jazz Punishers playing a few tunes, and then the stage will be open to musicians to sit in and play/sing jazz standards with the Jazz Punishers.

The Jazz Punishers band consists of seasoned jazz musicians who can play most jazz standards. You can also bring your own charts if you have specific songs you want to play/sing. There will be a sign-up sheet at the door.

Whether you’re a jazz music listener, instrumentalist or vocalist, you are welcome to come and be surrounded by music.

For more information, contact Marcia J. Macres at marcia@chicksingernight.com.

$5 cash cover charge (benefits the PCA). BYOB!

https://westford.org/pca/jazz-jam/ https://jazzpunishers.com/

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Jazz Punishers Trio Sunday Brunch @ The Java Room

Jazz Punishers Trio Sunday Brunch @ The Java Room

Sunday, September 29, 2019 @ 11:00AM — 2:00PMSun, Sep 29, 2019 @ 11:00AM — 2:00PM

The Java Room, 14 Littleton Road, Chelmsford, MA

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Jazz Punishers Trio Sunday Brunch @ The Java Room

Jazz Punishers Trio Sunday Brunch @ The Java Room

Sunday, June 30, 2019 @ 11:00AM — 2:00PMSun, Jun 30, 2019 @ 11:00AM — 2:00PM

The Java Room, 14 Littleton Road, Chelmsford, MA

Jason Macres - saxophone Erik Ringstad - guitar Marcia J. Macres - vocals

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Jazz Punishers Duo @ Private 80+ Birthday Party

Jazz Punishers Duo @ Private 80+ Birthday Party

Friday, May 31, 2019 @ 12:00PM — 1:30PMFri, May 31, 2019 @ 12:00PM — 1:30PM

Trinitarian Congregational Church, Concord, MA

Jim Zaroulis - piano Marcia J. Macres - vocals

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Jazz Punishers @ Westford's Parish Center for the Arts

Jazz Punishers @ Westford's Parish Center for the Arts

Saturday, December 1, 2018 @ 7:30PM — 10:00PMSat, Dec 1, 2018 @ 7:30PM — 10:00PM

Parish Center for the Arts, 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA

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Jazz Punishers play Holiday Fest in Lowell @ Zorba Music Hall

Jazz Punishers play Holiday Fest in Lowell @ Zorba Music Hall

Tuesday, November 27, 2018 @ 7:00PM — 10:00PMTue, Nov 27, 2018 @ 7:00PM — 10:00PM

Zorba Music Hall, 437 Market Street, Lowell, MA

benefit for homeless youth in Lowell, MA

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Jazz Punishers @ Chelmsford Center for the Arts "Cabaret Cafe"

Jazz Punishers @ Chelmsford Center for the Arts "Cabaret Cafe"

Sunday, August 19, 2018 @ 4:00PM — 7:00PMSun, Aug 19, 2018 @ 4:00PM — 7:00PM

Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road, Chelmsford, MA

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