Guitarist Drew Simpson returns with his outstanding quintet. Expect tasteful, swinging, and highly musical guitar-led jazz that showcases his strong compositions and excellent band.
Spend an evening with the Pamela Hart Quintet and experience the timeless elegance of live jazz performed by one of Austin’s most celebrated vocalists. Known as “Austin’s First Lady of Jazz,” Pamela Hart captivates audiences with her warm, expressive voice and effortless interpretations of classic jazz standards, soulful ballads, and select contemporary favorites. Backed by…
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.
The N.O.W. Jazz Orchestra is an 18-piece modern jazz big band based right here in Austin. Their repertoire comes from band members and national composers, delivering fresh, adventurous big band jazz with serious power and creativity.
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.…
The Michael Mordecai Jazz Jam is a true Austin institution — where old pros and young lions mix it up every week. Since the 1980s this has been the place where the city’s jazz community comes to play, listen, and pass the torch. Pure spontaneous magic.
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.
Ephraim Owens is Austin’s trumpet icon — a backline mainstay who has played with everyone from the Tedeschi Trucks Band to local legends. His playing is short, sharp, and full of soul. When he steps up, the music speaks loud and clear.
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…
Milan Moorman is a trumpet and flugelhorn master with serious jazz pedigree. Having played with Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Williams, and many greats, his quartet delivers elegant, swinging, and soulful music with that classic jazz warmth and sophistication