Noah Simpson Quartet performs at the 1905

Two Shows - 6:00p and 8:15p

• Noah Simpson - trumpet
• Matt Sazima - keys
• Garrett Baxter - bass
• Dae Bryant - drums.

In the short time Noah Simpson has lived in Portland, he has established himself as one of the top trumpet players in the area. Receiving his grandfather’s cornet at the age of 6, his musical journey began, with major accomplishments throughout his younger years performing in his high school big band, his combo, and The Young Sounds Of Arizona. In his collegiate years, Noah began establishing himself around the Phoenix area as both a leader and sideman. He was a long standing member of the Paradise Valley Community College Monday night big band, numerous Scottsdale Community College combos, as well as groups of his own. While attending SCC he had the privilege of studying with great local musicians such as Eric Rasmussen, Will Goble, and Fred Forney. After receiving the George Benson Honorary Scholarship, he attended Portland State University under the Brad Merserau scholarship while studying with George Colligan and Darrell Grant. As a recent college graduate, Noah is a fixture of the Portland Jazz community sharing his passion for Black American music throughout the west coast.

Late Show - Peter Knudsen and Lo Steele - 9:45p

Pete Knudsen and Lo Steele, together as Pete ’n Lo, couldn’t be sweeter. With her inimitable lower range vocal prowess, Lo captivates her audience with ease as she pulls from her experience as both a singer/songwriter and accomplished actress. Pete’s dexterous and seasoned guitar work provides an earnest backdrop for the two as they weave stories through song. From Motown-esque harmonies to solemn hymns, Pete ’n Lo will keep you wanting more. Even though the pair has yet to properly release any music, their song ‘Another Life’ was featured on a playlist by NPR Music this spring. Be on the lookout for their debut self-titled EP later this summer!