Jazz and Art: 1000W featuring artist Jim Watt and the Antoine Drye Quintet

1000W seeks to raise $100,000 for the jazz community, which has been especially hard hit during the Covid-19 pandemic

On Friday, September 10th, The Statuary, Jersey City will present a performance of 1000W featuring Artist Jim Watt and the Antoine Drye Quintet. 1000W is a unique collaboration of art, music, photography, and filmmaking. Artist Jim Watt is creating a series of 1000 ink washes as a quintet led by jazz trumpeter Antoine Drye improvises with four other musicians. Watt’s paintings, priced at $350, will be available for purchase, with funds going to jazz musicians impacted by the pandemic. To learn more, visit Jim’s website: https://www.jimwatt.org/1000w. Event is free, with donations going to the band.

WHERE:
The Statuary
53 Congress Street
Jersey City, NJ 07307

WHEN:
Friday, September 10, 6:00 p.m.

FEATURING:
Live music inspired by live painting and vice-versa. Featuring the Antoine Drye Quintet paired with artist Jim Watt.

RSVP:
Please RSVP before September 6. Walk-ins are welcome but there will be a capacity maximum.

GUESTS:
A suggested music donation of $20 is appreciated.