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Quick Info:
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Doors open at 3:30 PM
Show Starts at 4:00 PM
Show Ends at 6:00 PM
Roosevelt Public Library
27 W. Fulton Ave
Roosevelt, NY 11575
ABout the show
​In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the Roosevelt Public Library and New York jazz vocalist Rahsaan Cruse Jr. invite you to a special live concert recording. Join Rahsaan and his exceptional eight-piece ensemble for an intimate evening highlighting the enduring traditions of swing and jazz.
The mission
“This concert represents more than what you may initially see,” says Cruse. “It’s about preserving a moment in time — celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month, uplifting our communities in song, and contributing to the living history of this music.”
Celebrating Jazz Appreciation month
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the Roosevelt Public Library honors the legacy of jazz as a vital part of American culture and history. This nationwide celebration, established in 2001 by the Smithsonian Institution, serves to recognize the enduring tradition of this music. By hosting this live concert recording, we reinforce our community’s presence within the broader landscape of American jazz while preserving a moment of song and uplifting the spirit of our residents.
Meet rahsaan cruse jr.
At just 22 years old, Rahsaan Cruse Jr. has performed at notable venues and festivals including Minton’s Playhouse (NYC), City Winery (NYC), the Richmond Jazz & Music Festival, Preservation Hall and Snug Harbor (New Orleans), and Le Duc Des Lombards (Paris). He has been featured on WAVY TV (VA) and WKCR 89.9 FM and has performed for acclaimed artists including Wynton Marsalis, Kanye West, Steve Jordan, and Davell Crawford.
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