Cowboy Jazz plus Integer Trio play at the Jack London
COWBOY JAZZ
- Bryan Smith alto sax
- Ryan Meagher guitar
- Shao Way Wu bass
- Jonas Oglesbee drums
Cowboy Jazz is a folk / country inspired jazz collective based in Portland, with the aim to diversify their musical approach and audiences. Willamette Week said Cowboy Jazz “allows listeners to either take their name and their sound at face value or, in the pioneer spirit, join them as they explore new pathways.” Examples include folk and country stylings such as travis picking, singable melodies, and slide guitar, with a mix of complex harmony, high-flying solos, and modern jazz sensibilities. With their first EP of original music released in May of 2024, Cowboy Jazz are now releasing and celebrating 'Folkways' their first full-length album of rearranged traditional American folk music. Through melding these styles, Cowboy Jazz strives to create a deeper connection with audiences in both urban and rural communities.
INTEGER TRIO
- Todd Marston piano
- Matt Mayhall drums
- Garrett Baxter upright bass
Integer is an original jazz trio led by composer / pianist Todd Marston. Marston’s compositional influences span the distance between post rock, minimalist classical and a variety of music from around the world. Integer’s music is often compared to the Esbjörn Svensson Trio, The Bad Plus and Gogo Penguin. Ranging from groove-based tunes to more straight ahead modern jazz, integer’s music brings the listener on a unique sonic adventure, rich in melody, harmony and rhythm.
