Jazz Performance by Brian Betz and Behn Gillece Coming to Ocean County Library’s LBI Branch

SURF CITY – Looking to enjoy some jazz on a Saturday afternoon? Come hear jazz duo Brian Betz and Behn Gillece perform American standards and classic jazz tunes at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 13 at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library.

Brian Betz is a guitarist, composer, and educator from the Philadelphia area who performs across the country with various musical artists. Betz holds two degrees from Rowan University and heads the jazz guitar department at his alma mater. He holds an endorsement by GHS guitar strings.

Behn Gillece is a vibraphonist, composer, and educator from New Jersey who has performed at prestigious venues around the world as a sideman and bandleader. Gillece takes inspiration from jazz vibraphonists Milt Jackson, Gary Burton, and Bobby Hutcherson. His newest album Pivot Point explores new musical territory while reaffirming his roots in the straight-ahead jazz tradition.

Registration is required for this free program. To register, visit tinyurl.com/BetzGilleceLBI, call 609-494-2480, or visit the branch at 217 South Central Ave. Registration opens November 22.

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