Shaymus Hanlin and The Dear Hearts

TICKETS $25 | ALL AGES

Shaymus Hanlin & The Dear Hearts are a Portland-based jazz band with a deep affection for the songs and sounds of early American jazz. Led by vocalist Shaymus Hanlin, The Dear Hearts draw from traditional jazz, swing, and the Great American Songbook, pairing unforgettable standards with overlooked gems from the 1920s through the 1950s. Their goal is simple: take great care of the melody, listen hard, and swing harder. The band’s name even came from one of those overlooked tunes. After years of searching for the right name, a late-night listening session led Hanlin to Gordon MacRae’s recording of “Dear Hearts and Gentle People.” The song immediately became a favorite, and The Dear Hearts stuck. The Dear Hearts bring together some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest jazz musicians, all sharing a genuine love and respect for the music and musicians who came before them. Above all, The Dear Hearts believe in playing for the audience, with each show built to entertain, engage, and connect with whoever is in the room. Whether playing a jazz club, festival, concert, or swing dance, Shaymus Hanlin & The Dear Hearts are after the same thing: great songs, classic entertainment, and a band that swings as hard as they can all night long.