TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Anna Meyer “Zyanna” is a Portland and Los Angeles jazz and contemporary vocalist, bassist & educator. Zyanna became a bandleader for her trio in 2024 and has found success as a jazz/contemporary electric bassist. Her trio is a blend of is R&B classics, Jazz Standards and Originals with influences of hip hop, spoken word & experimental art rock. Her recent project “Dance of the Dragonfly”, released October 2024, features local Portland Musicians and Los Angeles saxophonist and creator, Nicole McCabe. Zyanna is currently a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Portland State University, pursuing university level jazz vocal education and upright bass. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Album Release : Before The Sky Turns Gold Zach Connolly - Vocals Marshall Peterson - Bass Michael Raynor - Drums George Colligan - Piano Max Reynolds - Guitar Thomas Tuerff - Tenor Sax / Flute Zach Connolly is a jazz vocalist based in Portland, Oregon, by way of Greentown, Indiana. Since 2018, he’s been singing around town at spots like The 1905, Wilf’s, Jo Bar, Alberta Street Pub, Haymaker, the Alberta Rose Theatre, and The Underground, and has appeared at the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival. Known for his warm tone and easy connection with audiences, Zach brings a mix of classic charm and personal style to every performance. Zach fell in love with jazz as a teenager, drawn to the sounds of singers like Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan, Kurt Elling, and Mark Murphy. He studied Vocal Jazz Performance at Portland State University, where he learned from some of the city’s finest musicians, including Sherry Alves, Kerry Politzer, Darrell Grant, George Colligan, and Todd Marston. In 2025, he recorded his debut album, capturing the energy of a live jazz ensemble and his own take on the vocal jazz tradition. The album is set for release on January 30th, 2026, and this show will be the ultimate send-off for all who would like to attend. When he’s not making music, you can usually find him outside camping, hiking, or wandering through the woods somewhere in the Pacific Northwest. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Hailing from the vibrant musical landscape of the Pacific Northwest, Pablo Rivarola stands as a beacon of creativity and innovation in the realm of jazz and improvised music. Born in Houston and raised in Seattle, Rivarola's journey into the world of music began with the comforting melodies of the trumpet echoing through his childhood home. Inspired by the likes of Miles Davis and Maurice Ravel, he found solace and inspiration in the emotive power of their compositions, setting the stage for his own artistic evolution. After honing his craft at Whitman College, Rivarola made the decision to settle in Portland in 2018, drawn by the city's eclectic music scene and vibrant community of artists. Since then, he has become a fixture in the city's musical scene, captivating audiences with his poignant performances and boundary-pushing improvisations. Rivarola's music is a reflection of his innermost thoughts and emotions, a journey through the depths of human experience expressed through the language of improvised music. His trumpet playing is characterized by its beauty, thoughtfulness, and emotional depth, weaving intricate melodies that transport listeners to new places. In Portland, Rivarola has quickly made a name for himself as one of the top trumpet players and most sought-after artists in the city. Whether performing alongside fellow musicians or leading his own ensemble, he brings a unique blend of passion, skill, and creativity to every stage he graces. With each note he plays, Rivarola invites audiences to join him on a sonic voyage, exploring the boundless possibilities of music and unlocking the hidden depths of the human spirit. As he continues to push the boundaries of his artistry, Pablo Rivarola stands as a testament to the transformative power of music and the enduring legacy of jazz in the modern era. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Charlie Brown III Feat. Xavier Lynn Cory Limuaco Sam Arnold Coming in from Dallas, Texas and the road, Charlie Brown is looking to feature a good friend and road buddy of his Xavier Lynn. Xavier currently tours with MonoNeon, Ledisi, and John Cleary. Mixture of jazz, fusion, blues, and a lil funk. Come to hoot and holler. Charlie Brown: 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. 

++ 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 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. In Portland, Ed has been a member of the Mel Brown Quartet for over 20 years. He has been the bassist for the Tony Pacini Trio since 1999. Ed performs with his Quintet focusing on his original compositions, and a bass duo with Shao Way Wu called Two Bass Hit. 

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 $30 | ALL AGES Wil Blades No less a jazz organ authority than the legendary Dr. Lonnie Smith has called Wil Blades “the future,” anointing him the heir apparent to “carry on the legend and the legacy of the organ, of the B-3.” Over the past twenty plus years, Blades has grown to be one of the most in-demand Hammond organ players, achieving international recognition. He is known for his innovative approach to the Hammond organ, utilizing effects and modern techniques to expand the instrument's capabilities, while his energetic live performances have earned him a dedicated following. In 2017, he won Downbeat Magazine’s “Rising Star” critic’s poll for organ, after being nominated every year since 2006. Blades has performed and recorded with a who’s who of legendary musicians including John Lee Hooker, John Scofield, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Nicholas Payton, Idris Muhammad, Charlie Hunter, Bernard “Pretty” Purdie, Terrace Martin, Melvin Sparks, Joe Louis Walker, Donald Harrison Jr, Karl Denson, Adam Deitch, Stanton Moore and many more. His solo records ‘Sketchy’ and ‘Field Notes’, as well as his collaborative projects with Billy Martin, Amendola Vs. Blades and Charlie Hunter have all received acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Hailey Niswanger Saxophonist and composer, Hailey Niswanger (pronounced “NICE–wonger”), graduated in December of 2011 with a B.A. in Jazz Performance from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, on a full scholarship. Born February 12, 1990 in Houston, Hailey grew up in Portland, Oregon, and now currently lives in Los Angeles, CA, after spending 7 years in Brooklyn, New York. Hailey has shared the stage with Esperanza Spalding, Terri Lyne Carrington, Harvey Mason, Mike Clark, Michael Wolff, Ralph Peterson Jr., and other jazz greats. Hailey has been listed among the DownBeat critics poll for rising star on alto and soprano saxophone for the past nine consecutive years. Her self-produced and self-released recording debut as a leader, Confeddie, (2009) established her throughout North America. Hailey demonstrates even greater virtuosity on her horns—alto and soprano saxophones—and deeper grounding in tradition with her second release, The Keeper, (2012). She showcases her original compositions which reflect her abiding affinity for the bop and post-bop genres of jazz and profound respect for her mentors. Her third release, PDX Soul, (2015) was featured on NPR. Hailey also recorded flute on Terri Lyne Carrington's GRAMMY award winning album, The Mosaic Project, as well as on GRAMMY award winning song ‘Black Parade’ by Beyonce. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES “Tom Guarna is one of the brightest lights on guitar today. He has a good sound, amazing facility, great ideas, but most of all, taste” - Russell Malone Tom Guarna - guitar George Colligan -piano *More details to come! Juilliard graduate, Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer and arranger Tom Guarna is an unparalleled artist, incorporating many styles into his own blend of unique and engaging music. His artistry has been a fixture on the international jazz scene since the Miller, Fred Wesley, Mike Clark, The Yellowjackets, and Gary Bartz. Guarna toured five continents as a bandleader and a top sideman in several exciting groups led by Lenny White, George Colligan, Les McCann, and many more. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Clay Giberson - piano Paul Mazzio - trumpet Mike Horsfall - vibes John Nastos - sac Mike Snyder - drums Kevin Deitz - bass Kevin Deitz is a composer/arranger, and multi-instrumentalist currently teaching History of Rock and Roll, Contemporary Music Ensemble (rock band), string bass and electric bass at Clackamas Community College. As a classical bassist, he has worked with many symphony orchestras including the Oregon Symphony, Portland Opera and Ballet Orchestras, and has played in the pit with national Broadway touring companies including Victor/Victoria, Grease, Big as well as many regional productions. Jazz bass performances include concerts with Mose Allison, Terrence Blanchard, Dave Brubeck, Paquito D’Rivera, Kurt Elling, Herb Ellis, Dave Frishberg, Benny Golson, and Diane Shurr. Pop performances include concerts with Frankie Avalon, Andrea Bocelli, The Eagles, Sheena Easton, Fabian, Marvin Hamlisch, Il Divo, The Moody Blues World Orchestra, Kenny Rankin, The Shirelles, Toni Tenille, Mason Williams and Brian Wilson. Kevin has appeared on 20 album/CD projects to date and on numerous recordings for commercial clients like Music Minus One, Oregon Catholic Press, Roland Musical Instruments, QFC Foods and Nike. Kevin’s critically acclaimed CD of original jazz compositions, “Skylines,” was released on June 16th, 2009 on the Origin Arts label. https://originarts.com/artists/ artist.php?Artist_ID=154. Jazzweek Magazine ranked it in the top 50 jazz recordings in its first week of release, and it is currently receiving international radio airplay. Kevin is an artist/clinician for Conklin basses and Conklin Sidewinder strings. 

$25 TICKETS | ALL AGES Andrew Oliver, Piano Sam Dechenne, Trumpet John Moak, Trombone David Evans, Clarinet & Tenor Saxophone Doug Sammons, Guitar & Banjo Chris Shuttleworth, Tuba Tyson Stubelek, Drums The Bridgetown Sextet has been providing Portland and the Pacific Northwest with authentic and energetic 1920s and 30s jazz, stomp, blues, and swing for over 15 years, with a trademark sound evoking Creole New Orleans, the stomp of prohibition-era Chicago, raucous and wild 1920s Memphis and Kansas City, fast-paced Harlem stride piano, and the tight swing of depression era Manhattan. Performing music by icons of early jazz such as Jelly Roll Morton, Duke Ellington, Clarence Williams, and Bix Beiderbecke, as well as lesser known musical stylists, territory bands, and innovators such as Bennie Moten, Alex Hill, and Jabbo Smith, the Sextet has cemented its reputation as a favorite among both listening audiences and dancers. The band has performed at the Portland Jazz Festival, Portland Lindy Exchange, Camp Jitterbug in Seattle, the Seaside Jazz Festival, and all the major Portland area clubs past and present including Jimmy Mak’s, the Blue Monk, Secret Society and Duff’s Garage. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES Integer Trio began in 2018, led by award-winning composer/pianist Todd Marston, featuring Andrew Jones (Teton, And/Or You) on bass, and Micah Hummel (Anna Tivel, Quickly Quickly) on drums. Marston’s compositional influences range from post rock to classical music, and his emotive compositions share a strong sense of melody and rhythm. Ranging from groove-based tunes to more straight ahead modern jazz, integer’s music will bring the listener on a unique & inspiring adventure. 

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES Olivia is bringing an exciting new quartet to The 1905- a chordless group consisting of Portland luminaries Leon Cotter (tenor saxophone), Patrick Goličnik (bass), and Noah Mortola (drums). This group aims to function as an organism; living, breathing and creating by way of deep communication and creativity. In centering the ethos of the organism, the Olivia Fields Quartet creates distinctly fresh, compelling, and beautiful music. 

$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". Photo Cred: Reed Ricker at The 1905 

TICKETS $20 | 21+ PLEASE Join us for the 10 o'clock, Pre Valentines Day Love Lab with Zach Connolly! Featuring: Zach Connolly - Vocals Matt Sazima - Piano Marshall Peterson - Bass Michael Rodenkirk - Drums Zach Connolly is a jazz vocalist based in Portland, Oregon, by way of Greentown, Indiana. Since 2018, he’s been singing around town at spots like The 1905, Wilf’s, Jo Bar, Alberta Street Pub, Haymaker, the Alberta Rose Theatre, and The Underground, and has appeared at the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival. Known for his warm tone and easy connection with audiences, Zach brings a mix of classic charm and personal style to the shows he crafts. Zach fell in love with jazz as a teenager, drawn to the sounds of singers like Chet Baker, Nat King Cole, and Sarah Vaughan. Upon moving to the PNW, he discovered the stylings of legendary singers Nancy King and Rebecca Kilgore. He studied Vocal Jazz Performance at Portland State University, where he learned from some of the city’s finest musicians, including Sherry Alves, Kerry Politzer, Darrell Grant, George Colligan, and Todd Marston. In 2025, he recorded his debut album, capturing the energy of a live jazz ensemble and his own take on the vocal jazz tradition. The album is to be released on January 30th, 2026. When he’s not making music, you can usually find him outside camping, hiking, or wandering through the woods somewhere in the Pacific Northwest. 

$30 TICKETS | ALL AGES Celebrate Valentine's Day at The 1905! Treat your sweetie to a special evening of jazz and swoon featuring Chance Hayden and Shelly Rudolph, musical partners and real-life Valentines. Spotlighting their favorite love songs—from re-imagined classics to hidden gems, soul serenades to torchy tangos—this intimate performance is truly one of a kind as their undeniable connection shines brightly through every note. Reserve your spot now and make this Valentine’s Day truly magical and memorable! Always on the move as one of Portland’s most trusted string-slingers, Chance Hayden has been an avid performer since the mid 2000s, working as both bandleader and sideman with a wide range of acclaimed artists including Jarrod Lawson, Farnell Newton, Darrell Grant, Devin Phillips, Ben Fowler, Ms Vee, Lloyd Jones, LaRhonda Steele, Mel Brown and many more. Hayden plays over 150 shows a year and has supported national touring acts from Marc Broussard and John Primer to Maimouna Youssef and The Drifters. He has also opened for artists such as jazz fusion heroes Marbin and the legendary Booker T. Jones. Hayden’s albums Get Somethin’ (2018) and Grab Go (2020) paved the way for the 2022 single Shag Bag, featuring iconic keyboardist Ronnie Foster. The track earned international praise for its classic, early 70s Blue Note style groove. His latest full-length release Baritone Gold (2024) spotlights a guitar rarity in an eclectic 60s inspired set which feels as much like a Tarantino soundtrack as it does a timeless organ trio session. “A captivating and robust vocalist”(Jazz Times) Shelly Rudolph is a singer, songwriter and poet whose sound blends jazz, soul, and lyrical storytelling. With a career spanning more than three decades, she has performed across the U.S. and internationally—from Los Angeles to Tokyo, Bali to the Bahamas—bringing warmth, sophistication, and magnetic presence to every stage. Her latest work includes the atmospheric chamber-jazz album The Way We Love with “maverick cellist” David Darling and the sumptuous single I Love LOVE featuring Charlie Hunter. In 2026, she steps onto the PDX Jazz Festival stage to open for Ms. Madeleine Peyroux. Rooted in a lifelong connection to creativity—shaped by her upbringing in her mother’s contemporary art gallery—Rudolph’s work spans jazz, soul, chanson, and spoken word. Whether performing an intimate duo set or a full-band concert, she brings a captivating blend of power, nuance, and originality to the stage Details coming soon on this special night with Shelly and Chance! 

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES Chuck Israels is a composer/arranger/bassist who has worked with Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Coleman Hawkins, Stan Getz, Herbie Hancock, J.J. Johnson, John Coltrane, and many others. He is best known for his work with the Bill Evans Trio from 1961 through 1966 and for his pioneering accomplishments in Jazz Repertory as Director of the National Jazz Ensemble from 1973 to 1981. 

$15 Tickets | 21+ PLEASE The 1905 is excited to host the after party again this year for the Mississippi Ave. 2026 MardiGras Parade! Bring your beads, and head down to The 1905 - let's party! River City Riot Brass Band brings a full throttle, New Orleans-style brass party straight to the dance floor! Thundering horns, deep funk grooves, and second-line energy turn every late night into a thumping Mardi grass street celebration. So, natrually, we made sure they'd be back again this year to end the parade at our spot, and dance the night away like it's not a Tuesday! We are clearing most of the table out so we can DANCE and enjoy this Fat Tuesday celebration together. See you there! 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES From straight ahead jazz, funk and pop, to the avant garde, Greg Goebel is considered one of the Northwest's first call pianists. Praised by critics for "manifesting his ideas with the immediacy and sureness of a master craftsman" (Jazz Times) and as "a force that is stretching known boundaries and moving the music into new territory" (Larry Koonse), pianist Greg Goebel shows himself as firmly rooted in tradition while simultaneously proving to be a unique voice among a new generation. “Greg has personally done more to elevate the performance level of our students than any other person, graduate or undergraduate, who has attended the University of Oregon in at least the last fifteen years,” said the school upon his graduation. Since school, Goebel has recorded and toured extensively in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, South America, and Asia. Touring, recording and co-producing with singer Gino Vannelli for over 10 years, his contributions can be heard on the CD, The Best and Beyond,the DVD, Live in L.A., as well as the most recent Wilderness Road. A long time member of David Friesen's Circle 3 Trio, his work can be heard on Friesen’s 2009 CD, Five and Three, the 2011 CD, Circle of Three, the 2013 release, Brilliant Heart, 2014’s Where the Light Falls and Triple Exposure released in 2016. In 2013, Greg’s first album as a leader, Rainy City, was released to critical acclaim. “Goebel deserves all the praise hereabouts. He’s a burner!" (George Fendell/JSO) "Greg Goebel is one of about half a dozen pianists that are redefining the instrument, the literature and the useful purpose of the piano and doing it with the skills of a master. 5 Stars!" (Brent Black/@CriticalJazz) In addition to keeping a busy schedule in Portland, Goebel has had the pleasure of performing with notable musicians such as John Handy, Antonio Hart, Dick Oatts, Terrell Stafford, Dave Pietro, Larry Koonse, Houston Person, Byron Stripling, Pete Christlieb, Ken Peplowski, Ben Wendel, Allison Miller, Eric Marienthal, Steve Wilson and many others. When not touring, Greg enjoys performing locally with a wide variety of artists and teaching motivated students of all experience levels. 

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES Jazz pianist/composer Kerry Politzer leads Bossa PDX, Portland's classic Brazilian jazz and bossa nova ensemble. The group, which performs music from a different Brazilian composer each month, has been featured at the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival, the Oregon Coast Jazz Party, and Jazz in the Valley, among other venues. Politzer has released nine albums as a leader, the most recent of which is "Alternate Route" (Whirlwind Recordings). An alumna of the New England Conservatory of Music, she currently teaches at Portland State University and Clackamas Community College. 

TICKETS $25 - ALL AGES Jack Radsliff - guitar + compositions Randy Porter - piano + compositions Garrett Baxter - bass Michael Raynor - drums 
As a bandleader, Jack’s group is a fixture at clubs and festivals throughout the region including The 1905, Seattle Jazz Fellowship, PDX Jazz Fest, Mt Hood Jazz Fest, Little Big Fest, and Anacortes Arts. His records, Migration Patterns (2017), Barefoot (2024), and Living/Live (2025), have all been well received; the first two making it onto critics “best of” lists and the latter being called “one of the best albums to come out of Portland’s jazz scene so far this year” (Willamette Week). 
As a collaborator, Jack is a first-call for many. He maintains a steady performance schedule working in bands led by local heavyweights Ron Steen, Alan Jones, Christopher Brown, Michael Raynor, Cyrus Nabipoor, Galen Clark and Kerry Politzer in addition to work with Greg Ward, Jonathan Pinson, Chuck Israels, George Colligan, Leon Cotter, Nicole McCabe, Dan Balmer, the Brown Branch Big Band and many more. Jack’s playing can be heard on more than a dozen records to date including releases from Tony Glausi, Martina DaSilva, Cyrus Nabipoor and Xavier Lecouturier. 
Sign up for Jack’s mailing list (jackradsliff.com) to see when and where he’s performing next. 

TICKETS $30 - ALL AGES Kareem Kandi - saxophone Greg Feingold - bass Jacques Willis - drums 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 $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 Social Music is built on a simple truth: we’re all in it together. The band doesn’t just play at people—they play with them. Every show is a conversation, a risk, a leap. The musicians listen as much as they lead, and the audience? They help create the whole thing. At the center of it all is drummer and composer Alan Jones, joined by four of Portland’s most electrifying young players: Noah Simpson on trumpet, Leon Cotter on tenor sax, Matt Sazima on piano, and Garrett Baxter on bass. These aren’t hired hands—they’re fearless collaborators, in it for the feeling, the surprise, the realness of the moment. Alan says it best: “Musicians can’t do it without the listener, and the listener’s got nothing to listen to without the music. In a live performance, we work together—what the audience brings has a huge influence on what the musicians deliver. When we play, every listener knows they’re part of the creation.” The band just spent a long weekend in the studio putting down all original compositions, never before recorded, but tested and stretched over countless live shows. These are pieces the band knows deep in their bones. The melodies and forms are so ingrained that they can approach them like standards—free to explore, improvise, and take chances. That’s what you’ll hear tonight. 

TICKETS $30 | ALL AGES A Love Electric: Todd Clouser - guitar, voice Aarón Cruz - bass Jorge Servín - drums Special Guest - Galen Clark - organ “A savage guitarist, a ruthless drummer, an enormous bassist” - Vive Latino, MX City. “Fuzzed out guitars and acid rock” - Time Out NYC Psychedelia, surf, obtuse spoken word and groove meet for an unforgettable trip with this Mexico City throwback power trio led by Todd Clouser (guitar/voice). Think Band of Gypsys meets Kerouac on a beach in Mexico. 

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES George Colligan - drums Kerry Politzer - piano Xylyn Hathaway - bass Joe Manis - sax