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.
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.…
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.…
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.
Chase Baird is the future of the saxophone — fearless, melodic, and deeply musical. Having worked with heavyweights like Chaka Khan and Chris Botti, his quintet brings modern jazz with edge, beauty, and serious improvisational fire. This is forward-thinking jazz that still swings.
Attending a Dave Scher live show offers an immersive look into why he is widely regarded as one of Austin’s absolute virtuoso multi-instrumentalists and vocalists. Whether he is commanding the stage during an intimate, acoustic “An Evening with Dave Scher” set or letting loose with his full power trio at a staple venue like The…
Sarah Sharp is one of Austin’s elite vocalists — intoxicating tone, deep musicality, and that rare ability to make every song feel personal. Her quintet delivers sophisticated, swinging, and emotionally rich jazz that showcases why she’s a mainstay in the city’s top circles.
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…
Trip Trio serves up groovy, feel-good tunes with a loose, fun, and highly musical vibe. Featuring Lissa Hattersley, this group knows how to lock in a pocket and keep the good times rolling. Easygoing yet tight — pure Austin musical camaraderie.