Adam Carlson Group perform at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

Ayars X's Two "Singers Showcase"

Christopher Brown Quartet plays the 1905

Two Shows 7:00p and 9:00p

John Knowles and  Christopher Woitach play de Fuego / the Underground

After Six plays Arrivederci's

• Graham Covington
• Ron Steen
• Dennis Caiazza

Brent Follis Trio plays at Vino Veritas

WINTER MUSIC SERIES | BRENT FOLLIS TRIO FT. KATHLEEN HOLLINGSWORTH

We are very excited to announce the winter music series with Brent Follis and friends. For 6 weeks, Brent Follis, a Portland premier drummer will be teaming up with many of the legendary local pianists.

Alan Jones Quartet plays the 1905

Two Shows 7:30p and 9:30p

• Jack Radsliff, Guitar
• Greg Goebel, Piano
• Tom Wakeling, Bass
• Alan Jones, Drums

Early Show - The Bylines - 5:30p

• Marianna Thielen, Vocals & Percussion
• Reece Marshburn, Piano & Vocals
• John Moak, Trombone

Eddie Parente & John Stowell @ the Corkscrew

Jazz Violin and Guitar

Michelle Willis plays the Jack London Review

Michelle Willis is a Canadian singer, songwriter and keyboard player based in New York City.

Billie Eidson Band plays de Fuego / the Underground

• Billie Eidson
• Greg Goebel
• Ed Bennett
• Ron Steen

Opening Act - Tod Marston

Bill Coones and Matt Schiff perform at the Bacchus Bar Kimpton Hotel Vintage

Paula Byrne & Friends perform at Wilf's

Paula Byrne‘s voice is like chilled champagne on a hot summer day. She moves easily between songs that are lush and beautiful to highly rhythmic, wild rides. Her sense of humor, revival of obscure songs and new twists on old standards keeps the audience engaged and enraptured. 

Jessie Marquez Duo performs at the Vino Veritas

• Jessie Marquez
• Clay Giberson

Pinson's Perspective plays the 1905

Two Shows - 9:30p and 11:30p

• Melo Gía, Special Guest Vocalist
• Taber Gable, Piano
• Sam Arnold, Bass
• Jonathan Pinson, Drums

Pinson's Perspective is a collaborative residency featuring LA-based drummer, Jonathan Pinson. Each month, Jonathan curates a special show specifically for The 1905, featuring a blend of Portland musicians and special guests from around the globe.

Ember performs at the Jazz Station in Eugene

The collaborative trio Ember finds itself at the crossroads of musical & personal exploration resulting in true band-hood & non-hierarchical playing.

• Noah Garabedian bass
• Caleb Wheeler Curtis saxophone/trumpet
• Vincent Sperrazza drums

Thunderstorm Artis with Hayley Lynn perform at the Jack London Review

Swing & Standards Jazz Band VX-74 Vancouver

Heather Keizur sings at de Fuego / the Underground

• Heather Keizur
• Steve Christoffersen
• Ed Bennett,
• Ron Steen

Wes Georgiev (opening)

Pinson's Perspective plays the 1905

Two Shows - 9:30p and 11:30p

• Melo Gía, Special Guest Vocalist
• Taber Gable, Piano
• Sam Arnold, Bass
• Jonathan Pinson, Drums

Pinson's Perspective is a collaborative residency featuring LA-based drummer, Jonathan Pinson. Each month, Jonathan curates a special show specifically for The 1905, featuring a blend of Portland musicians and special guests from around the globe.

Early Show - Ember (NYC)

Two Shows - 5:30p and 7:30p

Courtney Freed and Friends perform at Wilf's

“Exciting eclectic jazz vocals” – Strong, passionate, vivacious and daring, Courtney Freed is a dynamic vocalist in a class all her own. She is a Portland based singer,songwriter, creatrix and educator. She has been called a “whirlwind of excitement” as well as “effervescent” and “breathtaking.” Whether she is belting out a Queen classic or a sultry standard, she is sure to captivate many a listener. She has performed in many prestigious venues in New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles as well as Portland, where she resides. 

Ian Miller and Brent Martens perform at the Vino Veritas

Andrei Kitaev performs at The Boulevard Taphouse

Clark College Jazz Band performs at the Gaiser Student Center - Clark College Campus

Torrey Newhart Piano Jazz Series at the Jazz Station - Eugene

The New Normal featuring Logan Strosahl play the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Wes Georgiez performs at the Vino Veritas

Caminhos Cruzados perform at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

• Dan Balmer
• Nat Hulskamp
• Israel Annoh

Ron Steen's Jazz Jam at Clyde's Prime Rib

• Wes Geprgiev
• Perry Thoorsell
• Ron Steen

Russell Hall performs at the 1905

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

First Monday Big Band plays at the Jazz Station in Eugene, OR

The First Monday Big Band is back in action. Come hang with the band. Advanced high school and college musicians are encouraged to sit in.

Jonathan Smith Trio play the Corkscrew

The Jonathan Smith Trio cooks up some tasty jazz and boogaloo for your listening pleasure. In addition to Smith on guitar, tonight’s performance features the amazing Steve Hall on organ, along with David Burrow on drums. Wow!

Bo Ayars solo Piano Bar at Arrivederci's

Tom & Steve Band perform at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Ben Fajen's Sendoff to Portugal Featuring The Loosewig Quintet

• Ben Fajen, Tenor Saxophone
• John Moak, Trombone
• Randy Porter, Piano
• Ed Bennett, Bass
• Alan Jones, Drums

Help us wish Ben a glorious farewell as he heads to Lisbon, Portugal. He has assembled an incredible lineup for this farewell performance. Don't miss this opportunity to say farewell to Ben and hear some amazing music!!!!

Clay Gibersen + Jesse Marquez perform at de Fuego / the Underground

Bryant Allard performs at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

Bryant Allard and Picante Latin Jazz are appearing at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

• Bryant Allard
• Al Criado
• Al Martin
• Devin Sanders
• Catarina New
• Lary Barilleau

Swizzle Chicks Performs at Arrivederci's

• Beth Kahlen/volcals
• Carrie Rambo/volcals
• Stephanie Torres-De Los Santos/vocals
• Vince Frates/piano
• Perry Thoorsell/bass
• Kurt Deutscher/drums 

Jammin with the Pros at the Jazz Station - Eugene

• Gus Russel piano
• Hamilton Mays bass
• Georges Bouhey drums 

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.

Christopher Brown Quartet & Jam Session is at the 1905

Two Shows - 8:00p and 10:00p

• John Nastos, Alto Saxophone
• Greg Goebel, Piano
• Garrett Baxter, Bass
• Christopher Brown, Drums

8pm: Quartet 10pm: Jam session

Adlai Alexander with Dan Balmer play the Corkscrew

Portland jazz guitar legend Dan Balmer joins singer/guitarist Adlai Alexander for an exciting, spontaneous evening of jazz, bossa nova and contemporary interplay. Very special indeed! Arrive early for a good seat.

Alan Jones performs "Social Music" at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:30p and 9:30p

• Leon Cotter, Tenor Saxophone
• Noah Simpson, Trumpet
• Jack Radsliff, Guitar
• Garrett Baxter, Bass
• Alan Jones, Drums

Early Show - Rebecca Kilgore Trio - 5:30p

• Rebecca Kilgore, Vocals
• Randy Porter, Piano
• Tom Wakeling, Bass

Calysta Cheyenne + Greg Goebel perform at de Fuego / the Underground

The Ron Steen Quartet plays Arrivederci's

• Ron Steen
• Billie Eidson
• Bill Beach
• Kevin Deitz

Tiptons Sax Quartet and Drums perform at the Jazz Station in Eugene OR

All-women sax quartet & drums playing jazz, blues and world music (bluegrass, klezmer, yodeling, Italian tarantellas, etc).

Mel Brown B3 Organ Group performs at the Jack London

• Mel Brown - Drums
• Renato Carantop - Sax
• Louis "King Louie" Pain - Hammond B3

Acoustic Songs & Stories Featuring Marcia Ball & Tinsley Ellis at the Old Church

Gordon Lee Trio plays at the Corkscrew

Gordon Lee is a Portland jazz piano icon. Tonight he shares his considerable talents! Joining Gordon will be Ed Bennett on bass and Dave Averre on Drums. Wow! Great time to be had

Billie Eidson Band plays at de Fuego / the Underground

• Billie Eidson
• Bryb Roberts
• Renato Caranto,
• Kevin Deitz
• Ron Steen

“The Piano Man” Luke Albright (opening)

Misha Piatigorsky Trio from NYC performs at the 1905

Two Early Shows - 5:30p and 7:30p

• Misha Piatigorsky, Piano
• Garrett Baxter, Bass
• Rudy Royston, Drums

Trio Subtonic featuring Dan Balmer

Two Late Shows - 9:30p and 11:30p

• Dan Balmer, Guitar
• Galen Clark, Keys
• Bill Athens, Bass
• Micah Hummel, Drums

BBD3 performs at Arrivederci's

• Bo and Barbara Ayars
• Dennis Caiazza
• and Special Guest, Mike Winkle

Eric Darius performs at the Oxford in Bend, Oregon

The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community will welcome an incredible and diverse lineup of world-class artists over five weekends from October 2022 through March 2023.

Valet Parking - $10

Annette Lowman Trio performs at the Vino Veritas

Sarah Rose Quintet performs at the Jazz Station - Eugene

Vocalist Sarah Rose and a stellar band will perform classic jazz standards, modern covers and original songs. 

Braxton Cook plays the Jack London

Braxton Cook (born March 27, 1991 in Boston, Massachusetts) is an Emmy Award Winning Artist and one of this generation’s most exciting emerging voices in the Jazz world. Not only does he exhibit world-class virtuosity on the alto saxophone but he is also a uniquely talented vocalist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and composer whose sound blends Jazz, Soul, and Alternative R&B into a fresh new sound all his own.

Swing & Standards Jazz Band VX-74 Vancouver

The Waffle Taco trio play the Shaku Bar

“Aurally, wierdly delicious,” Waffle Taco is a Portland based jazz trio. The trio consists of Ben Beauvais (bass, vocals), Kyle Linneman (trumpet), and Andrew Lawless (Sax). Waffle Taco’s main ingredient is jazz, but added notes of moving trumpet melodies and poignant songwriting give this group their delicious sound. Waffle Taco has 4 albums and an EP, and has notably performed at NW LoopFest and Portland Saturday Market.

Eric Darius performs at the Oxford in Bend, Oregon

The Oxford Hotel and the Bend community will welcome an incredible and diverse lineup of world-class artists over five weekends from October 2022 through March 2023.

Valet Parking - $10

Ron Steen Band performs at de Fuego / the Underground

• TBA (p)
• Ed Bennett (b)
• Ron Steen (d)

Laura Cunard (opening)

Misha Piatigorsky Trio from NYC performs at the 1905

Two Early Shows - 5:30p and 7:30p

• Misha Piatigorsky, Piano
• Garrett Baxter, Bass
• Rudy Royston, Drums

Pete Krebs and Brent Martens perform at Vino Veritas

Pete Krebs has been a member of the Portland, Oregon musical community since 1988. His bands Hazel, Golden Delicious, The Stolen Sweets, The Portland Playboys and The Catnip Brothers have explored genres as diverse as punk rock, gypsy jazz, western swing and vintage jazz, traditional folk and country. His discography contains dozens of releases on a variety of labels including Cavity Search, Rough Trade and Sub Pop.

Sherry Summerville sings at Arrivederci's

Sherry is excited to return "home " to Arrivederci. This is where Sherry breathed new life into her singing career with the support and encouragement of Arrivederci owners and many of the musicians who frequent Arrivederci Wine & Jazz. You won't want to miss this homecoming performance with the band she considers family:

Andrei Kitaev performs at The Boulevard Taphouse

Adam Harris Quintet perform at the Jazz Station - Eugene OR

Saxophonist Adam Harris and his talented quintet perform his originals, as well as classic and contemporary compositions by Horace Silver, Jerry Bergonzi, Jim Rotondi and Lee Morgan.

• Adam Harris tenor/soprano sax
• David Morgenroth piano
• Gregory Newman trumpet and flugelhorn
• Chris Orsinger bass
• Adam Carlson drums

Young Jazz Composers Alumni Concert + Composers Jam perform at Artichoke Music

Bryant Allard's "Antidotes" presented at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Jack Radsliff performs solo at Vino Veritas

Jack Radsliff is a guitarist/composer born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. Currently residing in Eugene, OR. Jack has developed a reputation as a sideman that has led him to work with some of the Pacific Northwest’s biggest names including Tony Glausi, Joshua Hettwer, Idit Shner, Siri Vik and Evynne Hollens. In November 2017 Jack released his own record Migration Patterns. It is available on iTunes, CDBaby, Spotify and Bandcamp.

Christopher Woitach and the Pedal Steel Quartet perform at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

• Christopher Woitach
• Charlie Doggett
• Tim Gilson
• John Moak

Ron Steen Jazz Jam at Clyde's Prime Rib

• Bill Beach
• Dave Captein
• Ron Steen

Machado Mijiga's Album Release Birthday Bash at the 1905

Two shows - 6:00p and 8:00p

THE PORTLAND YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT

The Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra perform at the Alberta Rose Theater

It’s time for the PYJO Winter Concert!

Come see what they have been working on for the last year!

Tickets:
$12 General Admission

Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Bo Ayars plays Piano Bar at Arrivederci's

Dan Balmer Group performs at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Spell 31 performs at the Aladdin Theater

This show was moved from Crystal Ballroom to Revolution Hall on 9/19/22 and subsequently rescheduled to 3/14/23 at Aladdin Theater. All tickets purchased for Crystal Ballroom or Revolution Hall will be honored at Aladdin Theater.

Ibeyi: Spell 31, an essay by Janaya Furture Khan

LaRhonda Steele + Joe Millward perform at de Fuego / the Underground

Christopher Brown Quartet perform at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Rebecca Kilgore Trio performs at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

Shelly Rudolph sings at Arrivederci's

• Eric Ching
• Shelly Rudolph
• Clay Giberson
• Tim Gilson 

Marcelo Murillo and Friends Swing Collective - One Set Wednesday at the Jazz Station in Eugene OR

Marcelo's One Set: With influences stemming from Art Blakey to Roy Hargrove to Samara Joy, tonight features some of his favorite artists.

Crosstalk Trio perform at the Corkscrew

• Joshua Hegg (piano)
• Madison DeSantis (drums)
• Paul Stewart (bass)

With a repertoire that includes original compositions and arrangements of jazz standards & pop tunes, the Crosstalk Trio combines a musical sense of adventure with a classy cocktail lounge vibe.

Holly Resnick + George Colligan perform at de Fuego / the Underground

Ron Steen Quartet plays Arrivederci's

• Ron Steen
• Renato Caranto
• Tom Grant
• Dave Captein

Vanessa Collier performs at the Alberta Rose Theater

Tickets:
$25 Advance
$30 At the Door

Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

“There’s a young lady [Vanessa Collier] came onstage with me, I forget where I was, but she’s playing an alto saxophone, and man, she was amazing.”

 Those are the words of Buddy Guy in a recent issue of American Blues Scene, describing an impromptu performance with Vanessa Collier on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise.

Stephan Crump plays the Jazz Station in Eugene

Grammy-nominated bassist/composer brings fan-supported solo project "From Tunes to the Moon" live to The Jazz Station

Cowboy Jazz performs at the Corkscrew

•  Bryan Smith, Alto Saxophone
• Ryan Meagher, Guitar
• Shao Way Wu, Bass
• Jonas Oglesbee, Drums 

Originally composed modern jazz with Americana flair. Travis picking, singable melodies, slide guitar, triads... but also complex harmony, high-flying solos, and modern jazz sensibilities. Think Merle Haggard meets Pat Metheny.

Billie Eidson Band performs at de Fuego / the Underground

• Billie Eidson
• Bryn Roberts
• Renato Caranto,
• Kevin Deitz
• Ron Steen

Brandon Nelson (opening)

Govreen/Sørensen/Baxter/Rodriguez from NYC plays the 1905

Two Shows - 5:30p and 7:30p

Malea and The Tourists perform at Wilf's

What a fun way to end your working week than with The Tourists!

Malea & The Tourists Band features some of the Northwest’s most dynamic musicians. The group is recognized as one of PDX’s hottest variety bands with a repertoire’that spans all ages and genre preferences.

The Ryan Meagher Duo perform at Vino Veritas

Waffle Taco Plays the Blue Room Bar

“Aurally, wierdly delicious,” Waffle Taco is a Portland based jazz trio. The trio consists of Ben Beauvais (bass, vocals), Kyle Linneman (trumpet), and Andrew Lawless (Sax). Waffle Taco’s main ingredient is jazz, but added notes of moving trumpet melodies and poignant songwriting give this group their delicious sound. Waffle Taco has 4 albums and an EP, and has notably performed at NW LoopFest and Portland Saturday Market.

Rob Scheps/Wes Georgiev Quartet: Swing into Spring event at the Jazz Station - Eugene OR

• Rob Scheps saxophone/flute
• Wes Georgiev piano
• Patrick Golichnik bass
• Tim Rap drums

Two generations of Eugene-born jazz musicians will take the stage together at the Jazz Station on March 17th, 2023 in downtown Eugene, Oregon. 

Stephan Crump presents Solo Bass at Mt Hood Community College

Mt Hood Community College Studiio Theater (Building 11)

“Crump plays the bass with an effortless balance of molten flow and forceful power.  For a listener, the result is another kind of healthy tension: between dynamic uncertainty and deep reassurance.” The New York Times

Swing & Standards Jazz Band VX-74 Vancouver

Chuck Israels Jazz Orchestra plays the Jack London

Chuck Israels is a composer/arranger/bassist who has worked with Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Coleman Hawkins, Stan Getz, Herbie Hancock, J.J. Johnson, John Coltrane, and many others.  He is best known for his work with the Bill Evans Trio from 1961 through 1966 and for his pioneering accomplishments in Jazz Repertory as Director of the National Jazz Ensemble from 1973 to 1981.  

The Ron Steen Band plays de Fuego / the Underground

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

Wes Georgiev (opening)

Govreen/Sørensen/Baxter/Rodriguez from NYC plays the 1905

Two Shows - 5:30p and 7:30p

Chris Lee and Shao Way perform at Vino Veritas

As a composer, vibraphonist and drummer Chris Lee brings a distinct perspective to his music. He attended Marylhurst College and Portland State University, where he was a member of the percussion ensemble under the direction of Tomas Svoboda. He also attended the Ornette Coleman's Creative Music Studios, where he studied with Karl Berger and Jack DeJohnette on vibes and drums, respectively and the Cornish Institute with Sam Rivers and Dave Holland.

Andrei Kitaev performs at The Boulevard Taphouse

Norman Sylvester Band performs at Wilf's

Norman Sylvester “The Boogie Cat” was Inducted into the Oregon Music Hall Of Fame on October 8, 2011 at the Newmark Theater in Portland Oregon. This honor has given the Boogie Cat a new surge of energy. Norman has releases a new CD of 10  original songs “Blues Stains on my Hands”, a tribute to all the Pioneers of Blues who traveled the Chitlin’ Circuit keeping the Blues and It’s History alive.

Gina Saputo Jazz Quartet presents a Vocal Series at the Jazz Station - Eugene OR

• Gina Saputo vocal
• Joe Bagg organ
• Joe Manis tenor sax
• Charlie Doggett drums

Adlai Alexander performs at the Corkscrew

• Adlai Alexander
• Cheryl Alex
• Kevin Deitz

Ural Thomas and the Pain perform at the Goodfoot

Ural Thomas is a soul legend. The 83 year old singer has graced the famed Apollo Theater (40+ appearances) , recorded for multiple major labels and continues to be the reigning Soul man in the Pacific Northwest! Tonight he and his crack backing band, The Pain, return to the goodfoot for another dance floor burning evening of soul

Jack Radsliff Quartet Featuring Rasmus Sørensen play the 1905

3 shows - 4:00p Jam, 7:00p, and 9:00p

• Jack Radsliff, Guitar
• Rasmus Sørensen, Piano
• Patrick Golichnik, Bass
• Michael Raynor, Drums

Wes Georgiev performs solo at Vino Veritas

The Tracy Kim Trio play at the Jo Bar and Rotisserie

Ron Steen Jazz Jam at Clyde's Prime Rib

• Gorson Lee
• Dennis Caiazza
• Ron Steen

Itamar Borochov Quartet performs at the 1905

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

Heavy Sugar Quartet performs at Justa Pasta

• Justin Copeland

Itamar Borochov Quartet performs at the 1905

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

The Bylines perform at de Fuego / the Underground

Christopher Brown Quartet performs at the 1905

Two Shows - 7:00p and 9:00p

Jammin' with the Pros play the Jazz Station - Eugene OR

• Gerry Rempel guitar
• Michael Anderson bass
• GT Albright drums 

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.

Mike Horsfall and Kevin Deits perform at the Corkscrew

Vibraphonist Mike Horsfall is in demand as a composer, arranger, recording artist, concert soloist and educator. He's performed with, Leroy Vinegar, Rebecca Kilgore and Gary Hobbs, and recorded with Pink Martini, and Tall Jazz, a trio he co-founded in 1989 which was voted into the Jazz Society of Oregon’s 2010 Hall of Fame.

Michael Raynor Quartet plays the 1905

Two Shows - 7:30p and 9:30p

Kit Garoutte plays the Roland Winery

Kit Garoutte Trio with Ted Swenson and Alan Cook play the Roland Winery in Longview, WA

Chris Lee + Tim Gilson perform at de Fuego / the Underground

Ron Steen Band plays Arrivederci's

• Ms. Vee

The Bridgetown Sextet performs at Mississippi Pizza

The Ben Graves Trio performs at the Corkscrew

Expert jazz guitarist Ben Graves plays intimate sophisticated jazz. Joining Ben are Tim Rap on drums and Brian Healey on bass.