The 1905's Upcoming Shows

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES WELCOME As part of the 2026 Mt. Hood Jazz Festival, we welcome Gina Saputo to our stage! With an alto voice of velvet, “sounding street wise like Carmen McRae yet also as strong as Sarah Vaughan” (Jazzweekly), and a career that spans continents, charts, and generations of jazz history, Gina Saputo stands among the most accomplished and influential jazz vocalists working today. A globally recognized vocalist, educator, composer/arranger, author, and clinician, Saputo released her seventh album, Daydream (2025), to critical acclaim. Her 2019 release Duetto reached #4 on the iTunes Jazz charts—an extraordinary achievement for an independent artist—while her 2004 release climbed to #3 on Japan’s prestigious Swing Journal charts, cementing her international reputation early in her career. Saputo is featured on Jeff Goldblum’s Decca Records release I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This, alongside Gregory Porter, Miley Cyrus, Fiona Apple, Inara George, and others. She has performed regularly with Goldblum’s band for over 13 years, appearing at Walt Disney Concert Hall, Blue Note Honolulu, Al Gore’s 24 Hours of Reality, extensive U.S. and European tours, and major international stages. Her on-screen performances include Amazon’s The Last Tycoon and Good Day LA. Throughout her career, Saputo has collaborated with jazz luminaries including Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Kamasi Washington, Gerald Clayton, Plas Johnson, Jack Sheldon, Benny Green, Jeff Goldblum, and Nnenna Freelon. She was mentored by legendary Count Basie vocalist Carmen Bradford and nine-time Grammy nominee Tierney Sutton. In addition to her solo work, Saputo has provided background vocals for Barbra Streisand, Barry Manilow, and Bonnie Raitt. She has headlined major festivals including the Dubai Skywards Jazz Festival and Savannah Jazz Festival, and has been featured at the Arroyo Seco Festival. Her headlining tours span the United States, Japan, Korea, China, and Vietnam. A dedicated educator, Saputo taught at Musicians Institute in Hollywood and served as Co-Director of Applied Music at Santa Monica College before relocating from Los Angeles to Portland, Oregon. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California and is an alumna of the prestigious Herbie Hancock Institute. The author of four books on vocal technique, Gina Saputo is widely sought after as a performer, arranger, clinician, adjudicator, and educator. She is respected not only for her mastery of the art form, but for her enduring influence on the next generation of jazz artists.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES WELCOME As part of the 2026 Mt. Hood Jazz Festival, we welcome the Michael Raynor Quartet! Randy Portet - piano Michael Raynor - drums Patrick Goličnik - bass John Nastos - sax Drummer Michael Raynor splits his time between Portland and Chicago, where he spent more than twenty years playing with tenor sax icon and NEA Jazz Master, Von Freeman. Raynor also toured with vocalist Kurt Elling and can be heard on two of his Grammy nominated recordings, including “Live in Chicago,” featuring Jon Hendricks. Raynor has worked with Freddie Hubbard, Eric Alexander, Johnny Griffin, Steve Coleman, Tia Fuller, Ira Sullivan, Gary Bartz, Jon Faddis, Bobby Broom, Fareed Haque, Howard Levy, Arturo Sandoval, Chuck Israels, Bob Dorough, and Nancy King among others. In addition to playing festivals and venues throughout Europe, North America and Australia, Raynor has twice toured as a United States Jazz Ambassador. In 2004, under the artistic direction of the Kennedy Center, he traveled across Southeast Asia. And, in 2012, under the artistic direction of Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center, he toured southern Africa as co-leader of the Dennis Luxion/ Michael Raynor Quartet. Both tours included performance, teaching, and collaboration with local musicians. Michael continues to teach privately in both cities.

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES The 2026 Mt. Hood Jazz Festival is proud to present Dan Balmer and Dan Faehnle in collaboration with The 1905. Visit www.mhcc.edu/jazzfestival and follow us on social media for details on our full lineup! From coffee house gigs at fifteen to chart-topping success with the Tom Grant Band in the ’90s, world tours with two-time Grammy Award winner Diane Schuur and contemporary jam-bands, Dan Balmer brings fire and heart every time he plays the guitar. His playing spans nearly one hundred albums, including twelve as a leader from which his original works have appeared internationally in television, film and radio. Dan has performed or toured with Joey DeFrancesco, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Les McCann, Javon Jackson and Karrin Allyson, Benny Golson, Jeff Hamilton, Gerald Clayton, John Clayton, Terell Stafford, Ingrid Jensen, Duduka da Fonseca, Kendrick Scott, Taylor Eigsti, Buddy De Franco, Bruce Forman and countless others. Dan’s love of guitar and making music combined with discipline, technique and restless curiosity provide an ever-deepening experience for himself and his listeners. In every performance he finds himself in the middle of the path, amidst a continuous and compelling process of discovery. There is little doubt that jazz guitar has entered a new and exciting realm when Dan Faehnle takes the stage. With the technical prowess of a jazz giant, Ohio native Faehnle has made an indelible mark upon the music world, receiving high praise from audiences and critics alike. From an up-tempo bebop anthem to a languid, emotional reading of a ballad, Faehnle’s nimble fingers caress his guitar. Whether captivating his jazz club audiences or adding the perfect support to a recording project, this young jazz artist is destined to put his name alongside the other guitar greats. Beginning in 2000, Faehnle stepped into the guitar chair with Diana Krall, performing on numerous world tours, television shows, radio and media events. As an integral part of the Diana Krall quartet for three years, Dan garnered accolades from such publications as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, JazzTimes and Downbeat magazines, as well as many international publications. While based in Portland, Oregon, Dan established relationships with such legendary jazz artists as Leroy Vinnegar, Chuck Israels, Dave Frishberg and Dick Berk. His ongoing association with these musicians has led to numerous live performances and CD recordings. Faehnle has also worked with such noted musicians as Joey DeFrancesco, Eddie Harris, Clark Terry, Zoot Sims, and Jeff Hamilton. Other significant colleagues have been Mel Brown, Ron Steen, Nancy King, Dave Friesen and Rebecca Kilgore.

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES The 2026 Mt. Hood Jazz Festival is proud to present The Superjazzers in collaboration with The 1905. Visit www.mhcc.edu/jazzfestival for details on the festival's full lineup! Superjazzers is a Portland-based jazz quartet comprised of saxophonist Tim Willcox, pianist David Goldblatt, bassist Bill Athens, and drummer Charlie Doggett. They blend diverse influences, including Ornette Coleman, Elliott Smith, Keith Jarrett, and The Beatles, creating a unique mix of classic jazz, experimental music and modern improvisation. Their 17-year long collaboration has resulted in a deeply personal ensemble sound which draws from a large catalog of original compositions.

TICKETS $20 | 21+ PLEASE One of the best kept secrets of the Northwest jazz scene, flutist/vocalist/pianist/composer , Cheryl Alex has been central among the region’s jazz community for decades, appearing regularly with luminaries such as Nancy King, Randy Porter, Leroy Vinegar, Jerry Hahn among others. Cheryl’s versatility shows a masterful command of her instruments (concert C flute, alto flute, vocals and piano.) Influenced in her early years by the music of Herbie Mann, Eric Dolphy, Roland Kirk, Ella Fitzgerald and classical music, Cheryl’s original compositions reflect a deep harmonic sense with melodies and Latin influences. With the release of her CD “Take My Time” Oregonian critic, Lynn Darrick wrote “Your wish for a different jazz voice will also be satisfied, with a sound more akin to Joni Mitchell than Sarah Vaughan.” She has recorded with several Northwest artists over the years and also maintains a solid teaching schedule offering instruction in flute, piano and voice. Cheryl regularly taught and performed with the late jazz vocalist, extraordinaire Nancy King. Cheryl’s quartet features Cheryl Alex, flutes & vocals; Dan Balmer guitar; Ross Garlow, bass; Brent Follis, drums;

TICKETS $30 - ALL AGES "If this band appeared in New York City, they'd be a sensation!" That was guitar great--and one-time Mel Brown bandmate--George Benson's reaction after hearing the Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group open for him back in September, 2003 at Oregon's prestigious Britt Festival. In fact, this true all-star band--each member is widely viewed as tops in the Northwest on his instrument--has been a sensation for a long while now. With a collective resume that reads like a "Who's Who" of jazz, blues, and soul (all four members are Oregon Music Hall of Fame inductees), this group has the talent and confidence to be completely spontaneous--from their blistering solos to their improvised arrangements and segues. No wonder they've thrilled audiences wherever they've played.

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES Minntah Haefker is a young Thai American vocalist from Northwest Oregon. She recently graduated from Lincoln High School and currently attends Portland State University. A rising talent, Minntah is known for her distinctive blend of jazz and classical artistry. From 9 up until 18, she primarily studied classical voice at the Astoria Conservatory and with Angela Niederloh. She began performing on stage at the age of seven as a guest artist with her uncle, Béla Balogh, and the band 3 Leg Torso. In 2022, Minntah shifted her focus toward jazz and has since performed with numerous local groups and artists, including The Single Malt Trio, Pink Martini, Jimmie Herrod, Gina Saputo, Tom Grant, Joe Bagg, Randy Porter, Dan Faehnle, Bill Athens, Tim Gilson, and Christopher Brown, while also collaborating with popular groups in Thailand. Minntah also values learning about different cultures and has a strong international presence. Following an opera workshop in Italy in 2024, she has performed with jazz groups in Berlin, Hamburg, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Hanoi. Minntah has been a special guest of Representative Maxine Dexter at the state capitol, appeared at the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival, performed multiple times at Jazz on the River, and was selected as a featured young artist by Oregon ArtsWatch in 2025. In 2024, The Minntah Quartet was formed, with current core members Brent Follis, Clay Giberson, and Shawn Wang. That same year, Minntah and Brent launched the seasonal jazz series “Minntah and Friends” in Astoria, featuring outstanding guest artists from across the Pacific Northwest.

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES George Colligan is an internationally acclaimed jazz pianist, composer and bandleader, widely respected for his musical depth, versatility and creative intensity. A rare multi-instrumentalist who also performs on organ, drums and trumpet, he is known for his powerful stage presence and his ability to move seamlessly between roles as soloist, ensemble player and leader. Colligan’s music is rooted in the jazz tradition while remaining boldly contemporary, marked by rhythmic drive, harmonic sophistication and a strong personal voice that has made him a distinctive and influential figure on the international jazz scene.

$30 TICKETS | ALL AGES Show details soon! Modern Master, Noah Simpson has become a vital part of Portland's jazz community and we have had the fortune of welcoming him to our stage for over 8 years now. Energetic, dynamic, and attentive describe Noah Simpson’s modern approach to trumpet playing. Simpson is celebrated as a performer, composer, and forward thinking improviser, who has performed with artist like George Benson, Bernard Purdie, and Ron Artis II.

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES A Portland native, Charlie Brown III is a musical director, producer, and keyboardist whose work has gained international renown in recent years. Brown has gained wider exposure when producing for mainstream rap artist, Aminé, and has spent ample time as a fixture in the tight-knit live unit supporting Memphis-based bass guitar prodigy, MonoNeon. Pushing the boundaries of jazz and new music, Brown does so with a unique knack for both composition and improvisation both on stage, and in the studio. He currently splits time producing and performing with his group Greaterkind in Portland, as well as hitting the international touring circuit with a variety of acts. Brown is co-director of the Brown Branch Big Band, and also has music of his own he curates and records.

TICKETS $20 | 21+ PLEASE Led by trumpeter/pianist/composer Cyrus Nabipoor, Quiet Hours explores the depths of simplicity. Guided by the traditions of Folk and American Songbook, the music is introspective and circular, the performance soft and warm. The audience is invited inside to partake in Quiet Hours. featuring Garrett Baxter & Danny Austin-Manning "Come in! and know me better!" -Ghost of Christmas Present

++ PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS EVENT IS FOCUSED ON EDUCATION - PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION ++ In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for teenage musicians (as well as band instructors), drummer/bandleader Christopher Brown will host an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” with his quartet. And what will separate this event from any other like it is that it’ll combine the Jam session, concert, and clinic experience into a collection of transformative moments for all involved. On the 1st Sunday of each month Christopher teams up with Montavilla Jazz to provide our city with an invaluable Jazz workshop that’s designed to adequately prepare young musicians for the most competitive musical environments in the world (namely NYC). So for the cost of a trip to Starbucks, this event provides: • 30 min concert by Christopher’s quartet. • One hour Q & A with the quartet. • 30 min food, beverage, and mingling break. • One hour of interactive music mentoring with members of Christopher’s quartet. • Access to the quartet’s extended network. **THERE IS NO FOOD OR DRINK SERVED AT THIS EVENT (outside food and drinks are permitted)**

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES Mike Prigodich - piano John Nastos - sax Cameron Morgan - guitar Damian Erskine - bass Noah Mortola - drums Mike Prigodich is a trailblazing jazz fusion pianist, composer, and bandleader whose music defies genre boundaries and embraces complexity with unflinching clarity. Based in Oregon, Prigodich draws inspiration from artists like Chick Corea, Dave Grusin, Yellowjackets, and others, but his sound is unmistakably his own—melding jazz with Latin, rock, and global influences to create emotionally rich, rhythmically daring compositions. Prigodich made his mark with the release of his acclaimed 2011 debut album, A Stitch in Time, featuring an all-star lineup including Damian Erskine, Reinhardt Melz, and John Nastos. Funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign following a life-altering cancer diagnosis in 2008, the album was both a personal and artistic milestone. His story—of transformation through adversity—has become part of the music’s emotional DNA. In 2025, Prigodich returned with Stage Magic, a stunning live album recorded at Classic Pianos in Portland. Capturing the unfiltered energy and synergy of his ensemble, the album showcases Prigodich’s signature compositional style: odd time signatures, intricate harmonies, and melodies that are as memorable as they are complex. Stage Magic is a masterclass in 21st-century jazz fusion – “a sonic journey brimming with inventive melodies, rhythmic complexity, and a deep sense of play.” (Jazz Chill Music) His work has earned high praise from jazz luminaries. Chick Corea called his music “wonderful, beautiful, really great,” and George Whitty (Brecker Brothers) described his debut album as “one of those discs you want to hear again as soon as it’s finished.” At once cerebral and soulful, Mike Prigodich’s music offers more than virtuosity—it offers vision. As a composer and performer, he continues to shape the future of jazz fusion with fearless creativity, technical brilliance, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES John Nastos (Alto Sax) Greg Goebel (Piano) Garrett Baxter (Bass) Christopher Brown (Drums) Upon Christopher Brown’s return to Portland in 2012—which was preceded by 13 years in the NYC area, as well as four years in the Marine Corps—the assemblage of his quartet quickly became one of note. And by 2017, his quartet had officially become the most visible Jazz group in all of Portland, with a steady weekly cadence of 3-4 performances, which was maintained until the start of the global pandemic. And even then, it took them no more than three months to return to a similar weekly performance schedule. Since 2017, the quartet has created a home for themselves at the famed 1905 Jazz club in Portland. And through their regular performances, they’ve not only helped to raise the profile of the venue to one of the world’s top 100 Jazz clubs according to Down Beat Magazine, but of Jazz itself in Portland. So in a market where it's difficult to maintain group's with the same personnel, it's arguable that the Christopher Brown Quartet succeeds as being one of (if not the best) Jazz "group" in all of Portland, which in turn gives them such a powerful, polished, and identifiable sound that can now be heard on his debut album "Sole City" on the PJCE record label.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Santiago Larochelle- keys Garrett Baxter - bass Charlie Oakes - drums Chris Clark Johnson - guitar Chris Clark-Johnson is a Portland-based guitarist and songwriter whose music blends American improvisational traditions with global influences, aiming to inspire radical joy, reflection, and connection. A respected presence in the Pacific Northwest jazz scene, he has performed alongside many of Portland’s leading musicians as well as international artists across genres. His debut album, First Frontier, was released in November 2024 and showcases his expansive, genre-crossing style.

TICKETS $40 | ALL AGES Emily Braden is a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter and lyricist. Winner of New York City's 'Best of the Best' Jazzmobile Vocal Competition and two-time cultural ambassador with the US Embassy’s Arts Envoy Program, she has emerged as a commanding and magnetic presence on the global stage. Originally from Boise, Idaho and longtime resident of Harlem, Braden blends jazz, soul and pop to win the hearts of audiences around the world. She has headlined at New York City’s most iconic venues, including Birdland & The Blue Note (Groove Series) with past residencies at the beloved 55 Bar and Minton’s Playhouse. Braden’s international reach continues to grow, with sold-out shows at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and increasing acclaim across European festival and club stages. Her sophomore album, Cannon & Sparrow (2023), is a stirring tribute to resilience — showcasing the vocal prowess, emotional range, and that define her work. See Braden live and she’ll make you a believer.

$30 TICKETS | ALL AGES NICK ROLFE: Musician/ACTOR: Nick Rolfe was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and raised in Seattle, Washington. He began studying piano at the age of six, learning both classical and modern pop repertoire. Rolfe began his collegiate studies at Cornish College of the Arts, the leading music school in Seattle, then moved to New York City and completed his B.F.A, in music performance, at the New School for Social Researches' Mannes Conservatory. Nick has played piano and/or keyboards for numerous musicians including: Aretha Franklin, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, James Taylor, Idina Menzel, trumpeter Chris Botti, Hip-Hop luminary Busta Rhymes, India Arie, Earth, Wind and Fire legend Verdine White, vocal sensation Ledisi, and many others. Nick Rolfe's award winning ( SESAC National Performance Award ) debut as a leader, "The Persuader" (Blue Jay Records) was the number 5 instrumental jazz record in the United States on multiple charts in 2001. Both as a leader and a sideman, Rolfe has toured extensively, nationally and internationally. He has received critical acclaim for performances in support of his most recent albums "The Remedy"[2003], "The Mind Of An Evolutionary"[2005] and "A History of Things To Come" [T.A.C.S. Records 2010] as well as his work as a highly sought-after pianoplayer/keyboardist for other artists. Along with his musical talents Nick has added acting to his resume, appearing on-screen with Academy Award winners Susan Sarandon and Ralph Fiennes in the Emmy Nominated, Golden Globe nominated HBO Film "Doris and Bernard" directed by Bob Balaban, and with Brooke Shields in the NBC series "Lipstick Jungle".

$20 TICKETS | 21+ PLEASE Zsofia Tardy - Vocal Attila Csikos - Guitar Andrew Jones - Acoustic Bass Adam Carlson - Drums Balkan. Bebop. Bela Bartok. In a vibrant celebration of cultural fusion, four musicians from distinct musical backgrounds come together to create an unforgettable evening of jazz. Bill and Adam, hailing from the rich tradition of American music, bring the improvisational spirit and rhythms that characterize jazz in its homeland. Meanwhile, Zsofia and Attila draw upon their Eastern European musical heritage, infusing their performances with the unique flavors and intricate melodies that are hallmarks of their upbringing. As the night unfolds, attendees will be treated to a captivating mix of original compositions crafted by the musicians themselves, alongside innovative jazz adaptations of the renowned works of Béla Bartók—who was celebrated for his ability to blend folk influences with classical music—and jazz hits spiced with odd-meter. Each musician on stage not only showcases their individual talents but also embodies the essence of cultural diversity, weaving a rich tapestry of sound that reflects Portland's dynamic and colorful musical scene. This special evening promises to be a feast for the senses, inviting the audience to experience the beauty and power of music as a universal language that bridges gaps and celebrates differences. Zsofia Tardy is a jazz singer and music educator based in Portland. She earned her BMus and MMus degrees from the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest. With over 30 years in the music industry, she has performed as a lead singer in various genres, including jazz, pop, rock, and gospel, and she sings in multiple languages. Zsofia serves as the Professor of Jazz Voice at Lewis & Clark College and operates a home studio in SW Portland. She has also guest taught at Western Oregon University and in Nanning, China. Attila Csikos, also from Portland, is a multi-genre guitarist, educator, and composer with an MMus from Western Oregon University and a BMus from Liszt Academy. He has performed in numerous bands and major musical theater productions. In 2023, he held a successful solo guitar concert at the PDX Jazz Festival. Currently, Attila is an Adjunct Professor of Guitar at Clackamas Community College and teaches online in Hungary, with a teaching career spanning over 25 years. Many of his former students are now professional musicians. Andrew Jones - Since arriving in Portland in 2009, multifaceted bassist Andrew Jones has been hard to categorize. You might catch him at a jazz club, playing Balkan folk at the Laurelthirst, accompanying experimental theater in deep SE, getting delightfully weird with guitarist Mike Gamble at NO FUN, or singing a haunting duet with Kelli Schaefer at Mississippi Studios. He’s toured Europe, Australia, and North America with artists including Julia Holter, Barbez, and Teton. A prolific session player, improviser, arranger, recordist, and mixer, Jones has appeared on dozens of records and hundreds of gigs—while steadily crafting his own singular musical world. Adam Carlson is a Bend, OR native now living in Portland, Oregon as a freelance musician. He graduated from the University of Oregon in 2014 with a bachelors degree in Jazz Studies (Cum Laude), and has performed hundreds of times around the Northwest. Adam also spent a year in New York City, where he honed his playing style to include jazz, soul, latin, funk, rock, and pop. He has played drums on numerous albums, and has performed with many different Oregon and New York musicians and University of Oregon faculty members. Adam also teaches all ages, skill levels, and styles.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES An evening of modern, original soul & gospel centric jazz led by well-known Portland composer and alto saxophonist Ben Fowler. Matt Sazima - piano Chance Hayden - guitar Ross Garlow - bass Christopher Brown - drums Ben Fowler - sax Ben Fowler is one of the defining alto saxophonists in Portland’s modern jazz scene and has been a fixture at The 1905 since it first opened, helping shape the sound and spirit of the room from the beginning. If you’ve spent time in Portland jazz circles, you’ve likely heard him — his bright, vocal alto tone cutting through a groove one night, leaning into something more conversational the next. Rooted in the lineage of players like Kenny Garrett and David Sanborn, Ben’s sound is direct and unmistakably his own. A Ben Fowler show isn’t a recital — it’s a conversation unfolding in real time. Tunes stretch and reshape depending on the room. Solos turn into exchanges. There’s humor on the bandstand, risk in the improvising, and a genuine back-and-forth between the players that pulls the audience in. By the end of the night, you don’t just feel like you watched a band — you feel like you were part of it.

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES Nick Biello - saxophone Alex Tremblay - bass Jerry Steinhilber - drums "This acorn seems to have dropped from something other than the traditional alto tree. Biello goes his own way, and has the chops to back it up. The result is an individual, identifiable sound of his own, something close to unattainable at this point of the jazz lineage." - Paul Rauch, AllAboutJazz.com Nick has shared the stage with world-class artists, such as Slide Hampton, Cedar Walton, the Jimmy Heath Big Band, and John Benitez. He has performed at the Pescara and Bussi Jazz Festivals in Italy, as well as the Taipei and Taichung Jazz Festivals in Taiwan, and other festivals across the globe. Nick's saxophone has been heard in notable NYC venues such as Birdland, Blue Note, Dizzy's, Lincoln Center, Cellar Dog, Smalls, Mezzrow, Smoke, Zinc Bar, The Kitano, Joe's Pub at the Public Theater, and Sony Hall. Nick has recorded on hundreds of albums, from his own original projects to his work as a sideman for other artists. His debut album, "Vagabond Soul," released in 2017 on the Truth Revolution Recording Collective, features Phil Markowitz, John Benitez, Clarence Penn, Paul Jones, Andrew Renfroe, and Vincent Lionti. “Between Light and Shadow”, a collection of original compositions for the chordless trio format, was released in May of 2024 on La Reserve Records and features Biello’s working trio of Alex Tremblay on bass and Peter Kronreif on drums. His third album as a leader, “New America”, combines the rhythm team of Tremblay and Kronreif and adds the formidable musicianship of trumpet virtuoso Charlie Porter and the eminent pianist George Colligan. Nick teaches Saxophone at The New School and New Jersey City University, is the Artistic Director of the Blaine Harbor Music Festival in Washington.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES GALEN CLARK ORGAN TRIO brings a genre bending approach to the classic organ trio instrumentation, exploring entropic soundscapes, psychedelic funk and groove heavy electronic tinged jazz. The trio features PDX drummer Micah Hummel (Subtonic, Anna Tivel, Quickly Quickly) and Seattle guitarist Andy Coe (Skerik, McTuff, Stanton Moore). Galen Clark is a keyboardist, songwriter, producer, and educator based in Portland, OR. He leads the soul funk collective Outer Orbit and the genre bending group Trio Subtonic and he is 1/3 of the NW collaboration Patterns Fly with D'Vonne Lewis and Andy Coe. He has toured and collaborated with artists such as Anna Tivel, Sarah Clarke, Sleater-Kinney, A Love Electric, Jessica Lurrie, Nicole McCabe, Scott Pemberton and more. ANDY COE: With a rich background in jazz and a joyful enthusiasm for blues and psychedelic rock, Andy Coe is recognized as a deeply intuitive, emotive guitarist. As an architect of sound and style, Coe draws in listeners, making collective exploration and resolution accessible across genres. ​

TICKETS $35 | ALL AGES Ben Cunliffe - piano Ben Scholz - drums Ahmet Turkmenoglu - bass Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and arranger Bill Cunliffe is known for his innovative approach to jazz, from solo to big band and orchestral works, and his exciting straight-ahead jazz performances with classical and crossover appeal. Winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition, graduate of Duke University and the Eastman School of Music, Cunliffe performs globally as a leader and soloist with symphony orchestras. Recent recordings include Trio (2021), featuring bassist John Patitucci and drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, and Border Widow’s Lament (2022), with bassist Martin Wind and drummer Tim Horner. Cunliffe's best known orchestral compositions include Grammy-nominated “Fourth Stream, La Banda”, and his three-part composition “Rainforest,” written for Dick Oatts, Tim Warfield and Terell Stafford. His film scoring work includes a film noir by Singaporean director Ying J. Tan, and films with well-known actress, producer and director Dorothy Lyman. Cunliffe’s score for the documentary "On the Shoulders of Giants," produced by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, was nominated by the 44th NAACP Image Awards both for Outstanding Soundtrack and Outstanding Group Performance. Cunliffe performed and toured with Buddy Rich, James Moody, Freddie Hubbard and Benny Golson, and with vocalists Frank Sinatra, Marlena Shaw, Mark Murphy, Freda Payne, Jane Monheit, Anita O’Day and Natalie Cole. Collaborations include the Joe La Barbera Quintet, the Roy McCurdy Quartet, the Terell Stafford Quintet, the Clayton Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and Clayton Brothers Quintet. A celebrated arranger and composer, Cunliffe earned a Grammy for Best Instrumental Arrangement for "West Side Story Medley" from the album "Resonance Big Band Plays Tribute to Oscar Peterson." Other Grammy nominations include his arrangement of Steely Dan’s “Do It Again,” his orchestral arrangement “Angel Eyes,” written for trombonist Alan Kaplan, and his piano concerto "Overture, Waltz and Rondo." Cunliffe also has written many choral and chamber pieces, and and concertos for guitar, tuba, trumpet and piano. He will record his second piano concerto in 2026 with the Scottish Royal Symphony Orchestra. Bill is dedicated to the future of jazz. He is Distinguished Professor of Music at Cal State Fullerton, teaches at the Skidmore Jazz Institute, the Vail Jazz Workshop, and the InterHarmony International Music Festival. Cunliffe has taught at HBCU Central State University (Ohio), University of Southern California, and Temple University. He has also authored a highly regarded jazz keyboard educational book series for aspiring jazz musicians.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES A native of the Pacific Northwest, saxophonist Kareem Kandi is a performer, composer, and educator, in high demand for his talents both on and off the stage. Kareem is a versatile musician with strong roots in the traditions of Jazz, Blues, Classical and Funk, and has been performing throughout the U.S. and abroad for years, gaining attention from critics and audiences alike. While staying true to musical styles of the past, he also keeps an eye towards the future by composing original music as well as new arrangements of timeless songs from the great American songbook. Since 1996, Kareem has been performing both as a bandleader and as a sideman to enthusiastic audiences around the world at concert halls, festivals, and clubs. Over the years Kareem has performed, toured and recorded with some of the finest musicians in the music industry including: Pete Christlieb, Patti Labelle, Mark Elf, Ali Jackson, D’vonne Lewis, Bill Watrous, The Seattle Symphony, Mordy Ferber, Julian Priester, The Paperboys, The Northwest Repertory Singers, Thomas Marriott, The Tacoma Symphony, Alex Duncan, Frazey Ford, DJ Hapa, The Polyrhythmics, Bill Ramsay, The Staxx Brothers, Jay Thomas, The Sabella Consort, Greta Matassa, The Temptations, Hadley Caliman, The Four Tops, The Harry James Orchestra, Wayne Bergeron, and many others. Because of his musical diversity, his group, The Kareem Kandi Band has a sound that is fresh, innovative, and appeals to a wide variety of audiences. Growing up in the northwest with its vibrant music scene allowed Kandi the opportunity to study with, listen to, and perform with world class jazz artists residing in the area. Artists such as Tracy Knoop, Jay Thomas, Don Lanphere, Bill Ramsay, and Pete Christlieb had a large impact on Kareem early in his musical education. After finishing high school Kareem received a full scholarship to Olympic College in Bremerton WA where he earned an Associate in Arts and Sciences Degree. While completing his degree from Olympic College he received another full scholarship to attend Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle WA. Kareem attended Cornish and continued his music studies with many renowned jazz artists that served on the faculty at the time which included: Jovino Santos Neto, Julian Priester, Hadley Caliman, Dave Peck, Randy Halberstadt, Chuck Deardorf, and Jim Knapp. Kareem completed his Bachelor’s degree from Cornish in 2002 and since then has been very active as a performer, composer, and teacher. As an educator Kareem maintains a busy schedule teaching at The Tacoma School of the Arts as an artist in residence. He also maintains a full studio of forty private students, conducts weekly jazz classes at Ted Brown Music, coaches ensembles for Seattle JazzED, and regularly conducts masterclasses and workshops at schools around the Pacific Northwest. Along with his teaching duties he is also the director of The Kareem Kandi World Orchestra, The Tacoma Jazz Association, and has served on the Tacoma Arts Commission. Kareem is a performing artist and clinician for Conn-Selmer and D’addario Woodwinds.

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Ed Bennett has long been considered one of the West Coast's premiere string bass players. Living in Portland, Oregon since 1990, Ed's work has taken him virtually everywhere in the world. He has worked with, toured internationally, or recorded with many legendary jazz figures, including: Dizzy Gillespie, Curtis Fuller, Terell Stafford, Claudio Roditi, Jeremy Pelt, Joe Henderson, Sonny Stitt, Benny Golson, Frank Morgan, Richie Cole, Pete Christlieb, Bud Shank, Charles McPherson, Hadley Caliman, Bobby Watson, Harry Allen, Pete Jolly, Don Abney, Joe Albany, Dave Frishberg, James Williams, Mike Wofford, Pete Malinverni, Bill Mays, Dick Berk, Lawrence Marable, Frank Butler, Gene Stone, Joey Baron, Chuck Redd, Carmen McRae, Jimmy Witherspoon, Anita O'Day, Nancy King, Ernistine Anderson, Marlena Shaw, Karrin Allyson, Mary Stallings, Dee Daniels, Bill Henderson, The Modernaires, Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabakin Big Band and the Gerald Wilson Orchestra A dedicated, working professional, Ed also majored in music, first attending Los Angeles Valley College. The following year, Ed was accepted to the Berklee School of Music in Boston in 1971. Ed made what he considers to be his first professional jazz engagement doing a week stint at the Jazz Workshop with Brazilian greats Victor Brasil and Claudio Rotiti, while a Berklee student. On his return home to Los Angeles he attended CSUN (Cal State University Northridge) in 1973. In 1974, Ed toured with Jimmy Witherspoon. Between 1976 and 1979 he backed Carmen McRae, making his recording debut on "Carmen McRae at the Great American Music Hall" in San Francisco which was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1977. In 1981, he worked with the Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabackin Big Band, recording the double Grammy nominated "Tanuki's Night Out" (released in Japan as "From Toshiko With Love") Ed Bennett recorded his first album as leader in 1987. A trio date with Kent Glenn (piano) and Jack Ranelli (drums). In 1993 Ed started Saphu Records, an independent jazz record label featuring select West coast jazz musicians. There are currently 23 releases in the Saphu catalog. The fresh sounds of Bennett’s original compositions are be-bop influenced, but unique with twists in their harmonic progressions and unusual forms. “Ed Bennett is one of those powerhouse players whose virtuosity inspires the other participants on the bandstand to give it all they've got”. GEORGE FENDEL / JAZZSCENE

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES Kicking off our Latin Jazz Week at The 1905 is one of Portland's favorite legends! Bobby Torres has been honing his unique Latin Jazz sound in Portland for the last 25 years. Before that, he was all over the world. From New York City, to Woodstock with Joe Cocker, through ten years of touring with Tom Jones, to forming his own Latin jazz group in Portland, Bobby Torres has been on the music scene for over 50 years. Besides performing as a percussionist, Bobby is a record producer, songwriter, percussion instructor, session musician and band leader.

$30 TICKETS | ALL AGES Night number 2 of our Latin Week at The 1905 is a staple here at the club! Led by pianist Kerry Politzer, Bossa PDX is a Portland-based band that pays tribute to the masters of Brazilian jazz and bossa nova. Kerry Politzer is a Portland-based jazz pianist, composer, and educator. She is on the music faculty of Portland State University and Clackamas Community College, and has also taught at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Swing University, the University of Portland, and the University of Manitoba. Prior to her latest album Alternate Route (Whirlwind Recordings), Kerry released eight jazz CD’s 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. The pianist has headlined the Montavilla Jazz Festival and performed at other festivals and venues including the 25th Annual Gene Harris Jazz Festival, the Black Dolphin, Jazz Forum, the Oregon Coast Jazz Party, Jazz in the Valley, Smalls, the Sound Room, and many others.