Myrtle Brown Trio plays at Arrivederci

Sophia Bornstein Trio plays at 13th Moon Gravity Well

• Sophia Bornstein
• Shawn Biehle
• Ron Steen

Chance Hayden @plays at  Jo Bar

Bo Ayars plays solo piano at Arrivederci's

Nick Biello/Charlie Porter Quintet plays at Christo's in Salem

Sold Out

Gordon Lee Quartet plays at Corkscrew

• Gordon Lee - piano
• John Nastos - alto
• Brent Follis -drums
• Ed Bennet - bass

Celebrate the holiday with original music by the Gordon Lee Quartet

Ron Steen Band performas at the Colligan's House Concert

Ron Steen Band  performing an outdoor "House Concert at the Colligan's" 1524 SE 51st Ave

• Jack Radsliff
• Kiran Raphael
• Xylyn Hathaway
• Ron Steen

Kevin Karrick plays at the Five-o-Three

Domo Branch performs at the 1905

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

Donna Jones sings at the Alberta Street Pub

Donna was born and raised in Portland, Oregon and her voice is as right as rain. Her singing roots began at a young age in gospel church choirs. She brings unique, sultry, and soulful renditions of jazz classics, new jazz tunes, soul, and some powerful blues. She is now living her dream.

Mel Brown Trio plays at Salty's

Randy Porter Trio plays Arrivederci's

• Randy Porter/piano
• Todd Strait/drums
• Patrick Golichnik/bass

Mike Winkle sings at 13 Coins - Vancouver

• Mike Winkle
• Jose Luis

Looking forward to Friday 7/5 at 13 Coins with my Conversation Quartet band mate, Jose Luis. We play a wide range of music ranging from Beatles, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Weather Report, Johnny Hartman, Sinatra, Al Green,Traffic and many more. Eclectic doesn't quite cover what we do. 13 Coins is a groovy venue on the Vancouver Waterfront. We play 8-11. We bring the fireworks and promise no duds in our set. You just might need this!

Domo Branch performs at the 1905

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

Swing & Standards Trio play at the Ale & Cider House in West Linn

Yugen Music Project is at Mermosa PDX

• Greg Kelly flute
• Phillip Tucker drums
• Carmelo Torres congas
• Terrance Wooten guitar

Yugen Music Project welcomes back the vocal stylings of artist Toni Hill.

Ron Steen Band plays at de Fuego / the Underground

Lisa and The Hitmen play at Arrivederci's

Chris Stone Band plays at Christo's Pizza in Salem

The smashing 5 piece Chris Stone Band will be bringing the funk on a Saturday night! Featuring Jose Luis on keys, Mike Renwick on percussion, Johnnie Lyn Russell on drums, Andrew Kallenberger on bass, all led by Chris Stone on sax. It's gonna be a party! 

Jack Radsliff Trio @ the 1905

• Jack Radsliff - guitar
• Cyrus Nabipoor - trumpet
• Kiran Raphael - piano
• Patrick Golichnik - bass
• Michael Raynor - drums

Dan Balmer plays at Jo Bar

Ron Steen Jam is at Clyde's Prime Rib

• George Colligan
• Kevin Deitz
• Ron Steen

Olivia Fields plays at the Corkscrew

jazz saxophone

Heavy Sugar Quartet plays at Justa Pasta

• Justin Copeland
• Todd Marston
• John Mazzocco
• Ron Steen

Heather Keizur and Steve Christofferson play Arrivederci's

Pablo Rivarola plays at Keys Lounge

The session begins at 8PM every Tuesday with an hour of jazz from a rotating house band led by Portland based band leader and trumpet player, Pablo Rivarola. The last two hours of the session will be a curated jazz jam featuring some of Portland’s best young jazz musicians. Join us every Tuesday night at your favorite mid-century lounge for some of Portland’s best jazz. No cover charge and happy hour prices all night long!

Cyrus Nabipoor plays at the 1905

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

Bo Ayars plays solo piano at Arrivederci's

Ron Steen Vocal Jazz Jam is at Wilf's

• John Knowles
• AJ Allida
• Dave Captein
• Ron Steen

Jammin' with the Pros is at the Jazz Station in Eugene

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, a rotating group of of local professional musicians forms the rhythm section for the jam. Dona Clarke hosts and experienced musicians and vocalists are encouraged to join the pros on stage. Please bring charts for yourself and copies for other musicians. Even if you're not a jammer (or not sure if you feel like playing), come out for some great jazz at a great price. It's always entertaining and surprising. You'll never know who's going to show up.  

Rivkah Ross Trio performs at the Corkscrew

original jazz

Randy Porter Trio plays at the 1905

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

Clay Giberson plays solo piano at Wilf's

Cheryl Alex QTET performs at the Kennedy School

• George Mitchell on piano
• Dave Captein on Bass
• Cheryl on Flute
• Brent Follis on drums.

We will have some special surprise guests sitting in as well. This will be a very special summer concert that you won't want to miss! This performance will also be on a THURSDAY, and NOT a Sunday!

Ron Steen Band plays at Arrivederci's

• Justin Copeland
• Todd Marston
• John Mazzocco
• Ron Steen

Trio Subtonic plays at Christo's Pizza in Salem

• Galen Clark, keys
• Bill Athens, bass
• Micah Hummel, drums 

The Dewdroppers play at the Jazz Station in Eugene

• Katie Engstrom vocals
• Freddie Gildersleeve guitar
• Alex Holloway bass

Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble Plays Norse Hall

Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble and Portland Jobs With Justice unite to tell Oregon’s Union stories through song and celebration

Union Makes Us Strong amplifies workers’ voices from the past and modern labor issues of today.

Join PJCE and Portland Jobs With Justice for a concert exploring the past and present of Oregon’s labor movements through newly commissioned jazz compositions performed by PJCE’s 12-member ensemble and guest vocalist Marilyn Keller.

Mike Horsefall and Kevin Deitz play at the Corkscrew

jazz vibes and bass

Mel Brown Trio plays at Salty's

PJCE Presents: Quinn Walker with 'The Trail' Album Release at the 1905

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

Picante performs at McCoy Park

"Sittin In" with Barbara Ayars is at Arrivederci's

• Barbara Ayars
• Christopher Woitach
• Dennis Caiazza 

Richard Arnold plays at Arrivederci's

Stella Cole presents Bubbles and Bivalves at the Argyle Winery

Each ticket includes admission to the event, one complimentary glass of award-winning Argyle Brut, and a complimentary flight of a half-dozen local, farm-fresh oysters. 

A full selection of Argyle Wines and additional oysters will be available for purchase. Stella Cole, the hottest new sensation on TikTok will entertain event guests with a live performance. This is an exclusive and intimate event, and Stella’s only appearance in Oregon, following her Sold-Out 2024 Portland Jazz Festival show. 

Malea and The Tourists perform at Wilf's

Malea has a special way of engaging listeners of all ages regardless of their age or genre preference. She delivers each of her songs with a touch of soulful vulnerability along with a powerful and expressive quality that unfolds and lingers on, leaving you with an unforgettable performance.

Mike Winkle's "Conversation" performs at de Fuego - the Underground

Ron Steen Band plays at de Fuego / the Underground

• Brigitta Teuscher
• Bryn Roberts
• Dennis Caiazza
• Ron Steen

Luke Albright - Solo Piano (opening 5pm -7pm)

Sarah Clarke sings at the 1905

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

Midnight and Moonshine play at the Five O Three

Yugen Music Project plays at Mermosa PDX

• Greg Kelly flute
• Phillip Tucker drums
• Carmelo Torres congas
• Terrance Wooten guitar

Yugen Music Project welcomes back the vocal stylings of artist Toni Hill.

Stella Cole plays at the Gesa Power House Theater

Heather Keizur & Steve Christofferson present Tim Paxton “A Bastille Day” Celebration at Wilf's

• Heather Keizur
• Steve Christofferson

Heather Keizur and Steve Christofferson are of one heart, one mind when it comes to making music. Heather who sings in English and French, “is a wonderfully talented jazz singer… mindful, or respectful of the lyrics, making them her own personal story.” – Michael Elliot.

Geno Michael's Soulcity is at Arrivederci's

• Geno Michaels
• Michael Baker
• Jeff homan
• Eldon T Jones
• Gary Lomprey
• Torry Ward
• Anthony Jones

Andria Martin & Friends play at the Jazz Station in Eugene

• Andria Martin piano
• Gerry Rempel guitar
• Hamilton Mays bass
• Don Elkington drums
• Bob Ragan sax and flute
• Devin Perez trumpet
• Anya Martin vocals

Kate Morrison and the Crocodiles perform in Lake Oswego for InHouse Concerts

Rescheduled from July 7th date due to excessive heat

• Kate Morrison - vocals
• Gavin Bondy - flugelhorn
• Craig Bidondo - Keyboard

Concert location and directions are provided when an interested attendee makes a reservation. Admission is free and by donation ($15-30 suggested)and  given at each concert. All funds collected go directly to the musicians.

For reservations contact Annie at 360-606-7136 or email at aaverre@hotmail.com

CPJF Pre Event is at the 1905

The 1905 Presents: "A Closer Look At Jazz" – A Cathedral Park Jazz Fest Pre-Show

• Mike Gamble on guitar
• Santiago Larochelle on keys
• Milo Fultz on bass
• Alex Meltzer on electronics
• Machado Mijiga on drums

Jazz Society of Oregon is partnering with The 1905, KMHD Radio, Multi-Instrumentalist/Bolo Tie Enthusiast Machado Mijiga, and Executive Chef Jon Wiley for a wild night of food, drink, and music to properly kick off JSO's annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival.

Noah Bernstein, Shao-Way Wu, and Tim DuRoche play at the Corkscrew

adventurous jazz

Ron Steen Jam is at Clyde's Prime Rib

• Steve Christofferson
• Dennis Caiazza
• Ron Steen

Pablo Rivarola plays at Keys Lounge

The session begins at 8PM every Tuesday with an hour of jazz from a rotating house band led by Portland based band leader and trumpet player, Pablo Rivarola. The last two hours of the session will be a curated jazz jam featuring some of Portland’s best young jazz musicians. Join us every Tuesday night at your favorite mid-century lounge for some of Portland’s best jazz. No cover charge and happy hour prices all night long!

Tom Grant plays at de Fuego / the Underground

Holly Resnick sings at the 1905

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

• Holly Resnick
• Eric Gruber
• Micahel Raynor
• Greg Goebel 

Marilyn Keller sings at Jo Bar

Ron Steen Vocal Jazz Jam is at Wilf's

• Barney Stein
• Patrick Carr
• Robert Rodriquez
• Ron Steen

Paul Mazzio and Clay Giberson play at the Corkscrew

jazz trumpet and piano

Clay Giberson plays solo piano at de Fuego / the Underground

Christoher Brown Quartet plays at the 1905

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

Adam Moezinia Folk Element Trio plays at Christo's in Salem

Linda Lee Michelet Big Band performs at Wilf's

Linda Lee Sings the Winners with the Linda Lee Michelet Big Band

Thursday, July 18 at 7 pm, Wilf’s Third Thursday Series. Top Jazz and Orchestra charts.

A Benefit for Oregon Music Hall Of Fame with Terry Currier as special guest.

Ron Steen Band plays at Arrivederci's

• Marilyn Keller
• George Mitchell
• Kevin Deitz
• Ron Steen

Ben Graves Trio plays at the Corkscrew

jazz guitar

44th Annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival

• 4:30-5:30pm — Jr. T Blues Band with Tevis Hodge - The four-piece Jr. T Blues Band with Tevis Hodge, plays an eclectic mix of Piedmont, Delta, Texas, urban and country blues, jug band, jazz, and folk music.
• 6:00-7:00pm — Fenix Rising - The soulful R&B band, Fenix Rising led by saxophonist/blues vocalist Fenix Sanders, has performed weekly for nearly 20 years at Portland’s Blue Diamond.

Shelly Rudolph Quartet plays at de Fuego / the Underground

• Shelly Rudolph
• Bill Athens
• Dan Gildea
• Edwin Coleman III

Greg Goebel - Solo Piano (opening 5pm -7pm)

Sean Holmes, Renato Caranto, and Christopher Woitach play at the Five O Three

Charlie Brown III plays at the 1905

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

Late Show - Machado Mijiga - 9:45 - $20

• Machado Mijiga - drums
• Jack Radsliff - guitar
• Akila Fields - piano
• Damian Erskine - bass

Machado Mijiga brings an electric quartet of musical minds together to provide you with cinematic soundscapes on a cool summer’s eve. MMQ draws from themes of nature, flow state, and camaraderie to provide a modern jazz voyage, set to the backdrop of the magnificent Pacific NW.T 

Mel Brown Trio plays at Salty's

Waffle Taco performs at the Milwaukie Porch Festival

• Ben Beauvais (bass, vocals)
• Kyle Linneman (trumpet)
• Andrew Lawless (sax)

Waffle Taco’s main ingredient is jazz, but added notes of moving trumpet melodies and poignant songwriting give this group their “aurally, weirdly delicious” sound. From 7:30-8:30 p.m, hear Couch Brass, a 12-member street-style brass band playing New Orleans classics and pop covers.

Beleza! plays at the KALA performance Space in Astoria

• John Stowell (photo) guitar
• Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn

Brought together by a shared passion for bossa nova, samba, and the timeless music of Antônio Carlos Jobim, Beleza! (pronounced be‧lé‧zah) takes its name from the Portuguese word for “beauty.” Beleza is also Brazilian street slang for “yes” or “it’s a deal.”

Sherry Summerville sings at Arrivederci

• Vocals - Duane & Sherry Summerville
• Piano - George Mitchell
• Bass - Kevin Deitz
• Drums - Mark Powers
• Guitar - Mike Doolin

The Bylines play at Wilf's

• John Moak
• Marianna Thielen

The resulting combination is a unique pop confection drawing on decades of influences, as if Cole Porter,  Carole King, Dusty Springfield, Freddie Mercury, Paul Simon, Rufus Wainwright and Regina Spektor combined forces and filtered their unique compositions through classical maestros and film composers, then sprinkled it with a keen pop sensibility and a commitment to putting on the most involving, charismatic and personalized live shows this side of the Copacabana

The Willamette Jazz Trio plays at the Jazz Station in Eugene

The Willamette Jazz Trio: Album Release "Standards, Vol. 1"

• Robert Bohall piano
• Robert Lassila bass
• Nik Barber drums

Downbeat award recipients Robert Bohall, Robert Lassila, and Nikolas Barber comprised the rhythm section for the Jazzarts Oregon ensemble 2023-24 which was recently awarded top graduate combo in the 47th annual student music awards in Downbeat magazine.

Adam Moezinia and the Folk Element Trio play Jack London

• 1:00-2:00pm — Junior Slam AJAM Band - Junior Slam AJAM Band will play straight-ahead jazz (genre of jazz that developed in the 1960s, with roots in the prior two decades). The seven-member band, led by Kiran Raphael, is part of The Alan Jones Academy of Music, a private music education institution for all ages in Portland, founded by drummer, composer, and Berklee alumni Alan Jones.

The Libertine Bells sing at the Alberta Street Pub

Ron Steen Band plays at de Fuego / the Underground

• Laura Cunard
• Tony Pacini
• Perry Thoorsell
• Ron Steen

Luke Albright - Solo Piano (opening 5pm -7pm)

Olivia Fields plays at the 1905

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

• Olivia Fields (sax)
• Kerry Politzer (piano)
• Arte Adams (bass)
• Noah Mortola (drums)

Olivia Fields is a Portland based saxophonist whose sound is rooted in both bebop and contemporary jazz traditions. Her compositions take inspiration from the natural world and its constant state of change. 

Late Show - Marcus Rudolph - 9:45p - $20

Jim Blackburn & David Duithie play at Wilf's

With special guest Matthew Woodburn

Matthew and Jim have been playing together for over 26 years.  They were brought together for their mutual appreciation for the American Songbook.  Matthew began sitting in with Blackburn and Duthie during the early days of Hobos when Matthew had just graduated from high school. Their friendship and love for making music has grown over the years and they are excited to continue making music together.

Beleza! performs at the Bay City Arts Center

•  John Stowell, guitar
• Dmitri Matheny, flugelhorn
• Andrew Jones, bass

Join acclaimed guitarist John Stowell, flugelhorn virtuoso Dmitri Matheny, and bass master Andrew Jones for "Beleza, An Evening of Brazilian Jazz." This powerhouse trio will captivate you with their innovative compositions, emotional playing styles, and seamless interplay. Immerse yourself in the rich rhythms and soulful melodies of Brazilian jazz performed by true masters of their craft.

Adlai Alexander and Dan Balmer play at the Corkscrew

Jazz Guitars

• 1:00-2:00pm — Yugen Music Project - The Yugen Music Project, led by self-taught musician and award-winning Portland broadcaster Rashad, who performs from behind his keyboard while playing bass with his left hand emphasizes improvisation.
• 2:30-3:30pm — George Colligan - Internationally renowned jazz pianist and multi-instrumentalist, composer, teacher and bandleader George Colligan will play with his trio, featuring Zyanna (new vocalist).

Trio Femme Jazz perform in Vancouver, WA for InHouse Concerts

• Laura Cunnard - piano, vocals
• Zsofia Tardy - vocals
• Annie Averre - vocals, guitar

Concert location and directions are provided when an interested attendee makes a reservation. Admission is free and by donation ($15-30 suggested)and  given at each concert. All funds collected go directly to the musicians.

For reservations contact Annie at 360-606-7136 or email at aaverre@hotmail.com

Zyanna performs with Camille Tredoux at the Old Church

Bridgetown Sextet plays at the 1905

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

Circle 3 Trio plays at Jo Bar

Ron Steen Jam is at Clyde's Prime Rib

• Greg Goebel
• Perry Thoorsell
• Ron Steen

Eddie Parente and John Stowell play at the Corkscrew

jazz violin and guitar

Heavy Sugar Quartet plays at Justa Pasta

• Justin Copeland
• Todd Marston
• John Mazzocco
• Ron Steen 

Adlai Alexander Trio plays at Arrivederci's

• Adlai Alexander
• Mike Horsfall
• Laurent Nickel

Folk Element Trio performs at the 1905

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

Greg Goebel plays solo piano at de Fuego / the Underground

Jammin' with the Pros plays at the Jazz Station in Eugene

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, a rotating group of of local professional musicians forms the rhythm section for the jam. Dona Clarke hosts and experienced musicians and vocalists are encouraged to join the pros on stage. Please bring charts for yourself and copies for other musicians. Even if you're not a jammer (or not sure if you feel like playing), come out for some great jazz at a great price. It's always entertaining and surprising. You'll never know who's going to show up.  

Bo Ayars plays solo piano at Arrivederci's

Zsofia Tardy plays at Jo Bar

Ron Steen Vocal Jazz Jam is at Wilf's

• Jan Koenig
• Kiran Raphael
• Xylyn Hathaway

Tom Wakeling and Matt Sazima play at the Corkscrew

jazz bass and vibes

Kerry Politzer's Bossa PDX plays at the 1905

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

Brandon Nelson plays solo piano at de Fuego / the Underground

Adlai Alexander plays at Wilf's

Noted for the sweetness and wide range of his voice, Adlai Alexander sings and accompanies himself with intricate guitar in a way that’s rare in both the acoustic and jazz worlds. Jazz, Bossa Nova and a 60s twist.

Garrett Baxter Trio performs at Christo's in Salem

Ron Steen Band plays at Arrivederci's

• Calysta Cheyenne
• Greg Goebel
• Ed Bennett
• Ron Steen

Michael Winkle's Conversation Quartet is at the Jazz Station in Eugene

• Michael Winkle vocals
• Jose Luis piano, keyboard
• Craig Snazelle bass
• Kurt Deutscher drums

Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group performs at the Jack London

Cheryl Alex performs at the Corkscrew

jazz flute