The WPL Jazz Concert Series 2024 presents The Rea Hyseni Quartet! This band features Rea Hyseni (vocals), Derick Dampos (guitar), Chris Gomez (bass) and Jonah Weinstock (drums).  Registration is required as space is limited. 

Rea Hyseni  (vocals): Rea Hyseni is a versatile vocalist and educator in New Jersey known for her blending various genres into her craft. Rea demonstrates a deep interest in the multi-faceted nature of music. She is currently honing her skills and expanding her knowledge as a jazz student at William Paterson University, where she has studied with renowned artists Karrin Allyson and Alexis Cole.

Derick Campos (guitar):  Derick Campos is a guitarist, vocalist, composer, and  educator based in New Jersey. At the age of 13, Derick went on a trip to Croatia where he met a street performer playing Brazilian music. As the people danced and sang, Derick watched in awe and knew that he needed to spread happiness through music. In 2016, Derick joined the Jazz House Kids program, to pursue his love for the art form, where he studied with Bruce Williams, and Oscar Perez.His inclination towards his Brazilian roots led him to study with Toninho Horta, who guided his journey as a composer. As of May of 2023, Derick graduated as a Jazz Studies Major, under the mentorship of Dave Stryker. He now teaches music and performs with R&B group Mood Merchant, as well with musicians in the NJ/NYC area.

Chris Gomez (bass):  Chris Gomez is a jazz musician in New Jersey and New York with a deep love for the musical traditions of the United States and Latin America. He was mentored by greats such as Martin Wind, Bill Charlap, John Benitez, and Steve LaSpina, and works to honor the legacy of the music through his artistry.

Jonah Weinstock (drums): Jonah Weinstock is a jazz drummer based in New York. He is 19 years old and currently attends William Paterson University where he studies under the great Johnathan Blake. Jonah has played with some of New York’s finest jazz musicians including Harvie S, Scott Robinson, Peter Brainin, Patience Higgins, Ralph Lalama, and Seneca Black, to name a few. You can find out where Jonah is playing through his Facebook and Instagram platforms.