Jon Blondell is one of Austin’s most accomplished and versatile jazz musicians. Best known as a trombonist and electric bassist, he has been a fixture of the Austin music scene for decades, combining traditional jazz with blues, funk, soul, swing, and New Orleans influences. His performances are known for their energy, humor, and musical virtuosity.…
Liz Morphis and the Violet Crown Jazz Revue are the perfect musical fix for any kind of day. They deliver joyful, swinging jazz that lifts your spirits and makes even the crummiest workday end on a high note. Pure feel-good Austin jazz done with style and heart.
John Mills TIMES TEN is a powerhouse 10-piece band playing original jazz fusion compositions with an all-star cast of Austin musicians. Big sound, adventurous writing, and top-tier playing — this is ambitious, high-energy jazz that fills the room.
A live performance by Dr. James Polk’s Centerpeace is a vibrant, masterfully executed celebration of Texas jazz history that completely commands the room. Guided by pianist Morris Nelms and a stellar lineup of horn and rhythm players, the ensemble delivers a high-energy show built entirely around the late “Godfather of Austin Jazz’s” massive library of…
Mitch Watkins is Austin guitar royalty. His trio delivers tasteful, lyrical, and deeply musical playing that spans jazz, folk, and beyond. A master who has backed everyone from Lyle Lovett to Leonard Cohen, Mitch brings that rare combination of chops and soul that makes every note feel right.
Boss Street Brass Band has built its reputation on delivering the energy and spirit of a New Orleans street parade with a modern Texas twist. Founded by former John H. Reagan High School musicians, the seven-piece ensemble blends the traditions of second-line brass with funk, jazz, soul, and contemporary favorites, creating a sound that’s equal…
Experience an unforgettable evening of world-class music as legendary trombonist, composer, and educator Freddie Mendoza takes the stage. Renowned for his warm, expressive tone and dazzling improvisational skill, Mendoza brings decades of musical mastery to life, seamlessly blending the rich traditions of classic jazz with a vibrant, modern energy. Whether leading a powerhouse 13-piece big…
The Waxahachie Horns are a premier Texas-based brass and woodwind ensemble led by multi-instrumentalist Eric Hargett, celebrated for injecting a massive, soulful energy into live and recorded music. The group blends Southern rock, country, deep groove, and jazz to create a signature wall of sound that has made them highly sought-after collaborators in the Texas…
“The sounds on Latin Brew are as clean, flowing, and downright gorgeous as anything digitally etched into recent memory.” – Austin Chronicle Catch The Brew live to experience an electrifying evening of high-energy Latin fusion, where fiery flamenco guitar work seamlessly blends with smooth jazz hooks, rhythmic salsa grooves, and classic rock edge. Driven by…
The Elias Haslanger Quintet is a premier straight-ahead jazz ensemble led by acclaimed Austin, Texas-based tenor saxophonist and composer Elias Haslanger. Known for its infectious, hard-bop-driven energy and classic swing, the group frequently operates as a collaborative powerhouse with a rotating lineup of world-class musicians. This includes prominent partnerships like the Elias Haslanger Meets Mike…