George Colligan and Holly Resnick at The 1905
The 1905, 830 N Shaver St, Portland, OR 97227, USA
The duo of George Colligan on piano and Holly Resnick on vocals is delightful mix of sultry jazz classics and a unique take on pop and R&B classics. The two have built up a substantial repertoire working together for the past 5 years. Come hangout for the late set and hear Resnick’s mellifluous vocals masterfully accompanied by Colligan’s virtuoso piano stylings.
Tickets available hereJazz at Jo Bar
Jo Bar & Rotisserie, 715 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210, USA
Enjoy live jazz from Portland's most talented musicians every Wednesday and Sunday night from 7PM to 10PM.
See the upcoming shows here, then make your reservation by selecting one of the times that say “Jazz at Jo Bar.”PDX Jazz Thursdays at The Hoxton: Tim Willcox Trio
The Hoxton, Portland, 15 NW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA
Join us for our spring jazz series with The Hoxton. Every Thursday, from April 11 - May 30, at 5PM-7PM, we’ll feature PDX-based musicians for a night of jazz, cocktails, and bar bites at Lovely Rita.
Portland saxophonist Tim Willcox was born in Eugene, OR. Taking up saxophone at the age of eleven, Tim quickly fell in love with jazz music. He was exposed to great jazz recordings by two very inspirational teachers, Carl Woideck and Joe Ingram.
Moving to New Jersey in 1994 to attend the internationally acclaimed William Paterson University, Willcox got the chance to study with jazz greats Kenny Burrell, Harold Mabern, Vic Juris, Rufus Reid, Steve Wilson, and John Riley, as well as taking lessons outside of school from Rick Margitza, Lee Konitz, and the NY Philharmonic’s David Demsey.
After graduating in 1998, Willcox moved to New York City where he played with Marc Copland, Jeff Hirschfield, Vic Juris, Reid Anderson, Ben Monder, Matt Penman, Sunna Sunnlaugs, Scott McLemore, John Hebert, Michael Kanan, and Allison Miller.
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Kerry Politzer "Ruminations" Album Release and Bossa PDX at The 1905
The 1905, 830 N Shaver St, Portland, OR 97227, USA
Kerry Politzer is a Portland-based jazz pianist, composer, and educator. She is on the music faculty of Portland State University, and she has also taught at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Swing University, the University of Portland, and the University of Manitoba.
Kerry received a Bachelor of Music from the New England Conservatory of Music, where she studied improvisation and composition with the late jazz guru Charlie Banacos, and a Master of Music from Rowan University.
Prior to her new album Ruminations (PJCE Records), Kerry released seven jazz CDs as a leader, including Blue in Blue, which featured saxophonist Donny McCaslin and was termed a “first-rate jazz outing” by AllAboutJazz.com. She has also been a featured sideman on albums of George Colligan, Laura Dreyer, and the Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble (PJCE). Her commissions include works for the PJCE as well as a solo piano piece, "Microclimates," for the pianist Andree-Ann Deschenes. This piece was featured on Modern Notebook with Tyler Kline.
In 2019, Kerry was awarded a Regional Arts and Culture Council Artistic Focus grant to explore the music of Brazilian composer Durval Ferreira. The project culminated in the August 2019 release of Diagonal: The Music of Durval Ferreira. Kerry continues to be inspired by Brazilian music and studies Portuguese in her spare time.
Tickets available hereMel Brown B3 Organ Group with The Caranto Sax Brigade
The Jack London Revue, 529 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA
Thursday night gigs at the JackLondon Revue featuring the Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group are always memorable, butthis is one you DEFINITELY don’t want to miss: the debut performance bythe Caranto Sax Brigade! We’re talking three generationsof HOT SAX: father, son & grandson (Renato, Renato Jr., and Nat)blowing their horns with Mel Brown, Dan Balmer, and “King Louie” Pain.
RenatoSr. is considered one of the top saxophonists in the country, having toured& recorded in recent years with numerous top artists, includingmulti-Grammy winners Esperanza Spalding and the late Merle Haggard. Butthe younger Carantos are amazing in their own right; this is going to be a saxshowdown like you’ve never seen before!
We’reanticipating a sold out show, so you’re advised to purchase your tickets ASAP.
"If this band appeared inNew York City, they'd be a sensation!" That was guitar great--andone-time Mel Brown bandmate--George Benson's reaction after hearing the MelBrown B-3 Organ Group.
In fact, this true all-star band(all four members are Oregon Music Hall Of Fame inductees) has been asensation going back to 1997, when they began a 20-year run on Thursdayevenings at Portland’s legendary “Jimmy Mak’s” (The Oregonian dubbedthem “Jimmy Mak’s signature group”). They’ve continued their Thursdaynight tradition at the Jack London Revue for the past 6 years. With acollective resume that reads like a "Who's Who" of NW jazz, blues,and soul, this group has the talent and confidence to be completelyspontaneous--from their blistering solos to their improvised arrangements andsegues. No wonder they've thrilled audiences wherever they've played.
Count among the band’s fans jazzgreat Christian McBride, host of National Public Radio’s “Jazz Night InAmerica.” In an October 2021 broadcast, McBride interviewed Mel andplayed excerpts from a Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group festivalset. At one point in the program, McBride exclaimed, “My mind isblown!”
https://www.ticketweb.com/event/mel-brown-b3-organ-group-jack-london-revue-tickets/13425764Mel Brown Trio at Salty's
Salty's on the Columbia River, 3839 NE Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97211, USA
Live Jazz Friday Nights Salty’s on the Columbia is thrilled to have live jazz performed by the magnificent Mel Brown Trio in our café dining room. This trio of world-class jazz players features Jof Lee on piano, Tim Gilson on bass, and Mel Brown on drums. Drummer Mel Brown is known as Portland’s ultimate timekeeper and ‘Mister Groove.’ An Oregon icon in jazz, Mel Brown has been labeled the ‘Gentleman of Jazz’, with a career spanning over 40 years. Mel first made his mark as a Motown staff drummer, recording and touring with Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson, and others. He subsequently spent ten years working with Diana Ross and other pop acts before giving up the road in 1991 and returning home to his first love – jazz. This fabulous trio is a treasured part of the Salty’s family.Jazz Night featuring BrandonLee Cierley's Belated Birthday Show and Noah Simpson at The 1905
The 1905, 830 N Shaver St, Portland, OR 97227, USA
Two Shows: 6 PM (DOORS 5 PM) All Ages | 8:15 PM (DOORS 7:30 PM) 21+
Artist: BrandonLee Cierley
Tickets: $20
This night of music will consist of original compositions from BrandonLee Cierley off his first 2 records, “Here Comes a New Challenger” & “Camaraderie” as well as never before heard compositions that are set to be recorded this year for his third album. The band will also be playing some unique arrangements of cover tunes spanning from Modern Jazz, Groove & Hip Hop.
Late show: 10 PM (DOORS 9:45 PM) 21+
Artist: Noah Simpson
Tickets: $15
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.
Noah has performed with renowned musicians such as Bernard Purdie, Lewis Nash, Alex Acuna, Jaleel Shaw, Sean Jones, and Dennis Rowland. In addition he has also toured around the country with groups such as Ron Artis II, Climbing Poetree, and Taina Asili.
Tickets available hereRivkah Ross Quartet
Burlingame Space-Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra, 8423 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97219, USA
PDX Jazz Presents: Lenny White - Buster Williams - Noah Haidu (Early & Shows)
The Jack London Revue, 529 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97204, USA
Buster Williams has played, recorded and collaborated with jazz giants such as Art Blakey, Betty Carter, Carmen McRae, Chet Baker, Chick Corea, Dexter Gordon, Jimmy Heath, Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis, Gene Ammons, Sonny Stitt, Herbie Hancock, Larry Coryell, Lee Konitz, McCoy Tyner, Nancy Wilson, Elvin Jones, Miles Davis, The Jazz Crusaders, Sarah Vaughan, Benny Golson, Hank Jones, Lee Morgan, Bobby Hutcherson, Sonny Rollins, Count Basie, and Freddie Hubbard to name a few.
Lenny White is still best-known for being part of Chick Corea's Return To Forever in the 1970's. He largely started his career on top, playing regularly with Jackie McLean (1968) and recording "Bitches Brew" with Miles Davis in 1969. White was soon working with some of the who's who of jazz including Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson, Woody Shaw, Gato Barbieri, Gil Evans, Stanley Clarke and Stan Getz among others.
Pianist Noah Haidu has arrived as an important new voice in jazz who combines modernism, soul, and swing into his own unique approach. Recently the national media has focused on Noah as a force to be reckoned with: The Wall Street Journal singled out Haidu for a major write-up stating that “by now he has his own unique approach…sounding buoyant and and free like a pent up spirit released.”
Tickets available hereMississippi Studios Presents Night Heron / The Apricots
Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227, USA
Night Heron
Night Heron is the creation of Cameron Spies, former frontman for Radiation City. After Radiation City broke up Cameron enlisted some of his favorite musicians. The players on this record hail from other projects (currently or formerly) such as: Y La Bamba, Reptaliens, Nicole McCabe, and Aan
The Apricots
The Apricots are an indie-folk-rock band from Portland, OR that thrives on vocal harmony. At their core, they're just a group of best friends that have found purpose in this band. Their songs will make you swoon one minute and groove the next.
Shawna Pair
Shawna Pair’s music has been described as Depeche Mode meets Olivia Newton John. It’s urgent and primal in its groove. Her melodies soar and they balance anthemic tension and release.
Cameron Spies, from Radiation City and Night Heron, produced, engineered, and mixed Shawna’s debut album, ACTIVATOR.
From the start, Shawna and Cam got along famously. Something just felt special. Many studio sessions were filled with laughter as well as crying over the wounds life had inflicted.
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