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The Sinatra Birthday Bash is a beloved annual tribute to Frank Sinatra, staged around his December 12 birthday. Originating in Asbury Park in 2003, the event found a home on the historic Count Basie Theatre stage in Red Bank, NJ, where it’s become a signature annual spectacle. The program is produced by the Jazz Arts Project, led by artistic director Joe Muccioli, and features the Red Bank Jazz Orchestra (RBJO) delivering a full 17-piece big-band sound backed by a rotating chorus of NJ vocalists. Past guests have included Deana Martin and Donny Most, with lineups that have highlighted multiple guest vocalists across years. The Bash is often described as the original NJ Sinatra tribute on Basie’s stage, merging iconic tunes with live, intimate storytelling for a warm, community-focused concert experience.