Noah Simpson Quartet plays at the 1905
Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p
Noah Simpson is a trumpet player, composer, and producer currently based in the PNW. Originally from Phoenix, Noah started his music education at Scottsdale Community College, and would finish at Portland State University. Simpson’s modern approach to trumpet playing and improvisation is described as energetic, dynamic, and attentive. While currently teaching at Reed College and George Fox University, he frequently collaborates with artists like George Colligan, Alan Jones, Domo Branch, and other PNW natives. He’s also worked with artist like George Benson, Bernard Purdie, Alex Acuna, and Ron Artis II
Late Show - 10PM Lab with D.V.R. - $20
D.V.R. (Dreams Vs. Reality) is a Portland-based trio composed of Kirk Kalbfleisch on drums, Matt Sazima on keys/vocals, and Sam Arnold on bass. As a Portland scene mainstay for years, the band is a collaborative project that showcases the collective songwriting and musicianship from three long standing friends who are also some of PDX's most talented musicians. The three compose all original music with crossover stylings that bring influences from modern jazz, R&B, neo-soul, hip-hop, pop and house. The band has a very dynamic sound, fluidly shaping their stylistic approach and energy to the organic moment.
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Every day of the week in the evenings, and often multiple times per day on weekends, The 1905 plays host to the exquisite jazz community that Portland has to offer. In addition to keeping a finger on the pulse of the local scene, The 1905 has hosted internationally recognized musicians such as 5 time Grammy award-winner Antonio Sanchez, and Jazz greats like Ralph Peterson Jr.
