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Elijah Jamal Balbed & Friends: A Journey to Brazil

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Elijah Jamal Balbed & Friends: A Journey to Brazil

ARHU2 | Arts for All | College of Arts and Humanities | The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Thursday, November 12, 2026 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Dance Theatre, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

About the Event

Washington, D.C.-native Elijah Jamal Balbed is an award-winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, educator and host of Clarice Presents’ monthly Jazz Jams at Busboys and Poets in College Park.,He has also established himself around the world, performing in the United Kingdom, Qatar, Russia and throughout the Caribbean. In this event, Elijah brings Brazil’s unique sounds and rhythms to The Clarice. 
 

Support for Clarice Presents

Support for Clarice Presents comes from the Maryland State Arts Council.

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About the Event

Washington, D.C.-native Elijah Jamal Balbed is an award-winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, educator and host of Clarice Presents’ monthly Jazz Jams at Busboys and Poets in College Park.,He has also established himself around the world, performing in the United Kingdom, Qatar, Russia and throughout the Caribbean. In this event, Elijah brings Brazil’s unique sounds and rhythms to The Clarice. 
 

Support for Clarice Presents

Support for Clarice Presents comes from the Maryland State Arts Council.

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Regular: $35 + $5 booking fee
Students & Youth: $15

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