Stephen Summer, the drummer (credits include Kirk Whalum , BETO y los Fairlanes Tomas Ramirez and The Brew) leads this dynamic jazz trio featuring Glenn Scheutz on bass and Matt Russell on piano & vocals.
The N.O.W. Jazz Orchestra is an 18 piece modern jazz big band based in Austin, Texas. Its repertoire comes from members of the band and national composers.
“Sarah Sharp's soft-spoken singing style and quiet instrumentations offer a living room, fireside closeness that keeps her away from the lounge-singer stereotypes of similarly jazz-influenced performers." — @nprmusic, All Songs Considered
The Sarah Sharp Quintet performs every Thursday evening in the basement, featuring John Fremgen, Masumi Jones, Oliver Steck, and Mitch Watkins.
Writes Michael Toland from the Austin Chronicle - "Using his enhanced chops for tuneful accessibility as often as for hot breaks, Wise entices listeners to enter his world rather than intimidating them."
Guitarist Aaron Frescas brings the blues down to the basement.
Saxophonist, composer, Dr. Gil Del Bosque shares his original music and some classic jazz greats.
THE BREW This band of brothers has been creating stellar Latin infused original jazz since 1980. They are no doubt an Austin treasure!
Bree Romeo, vocalist from Jitterbug Vipers sings with her own quartet.
You never know quite what to expect when Jon Blondell is on bass, but you know it's gonna be good! Jon returns to reclaim his throne on stage in the basement.
Kris Kimura hosts the Monday night JAZZ JAM with Ryan Davis (piano), Ben Triesch (bass) and Mike Koenning (drums).
International quality musicians performing one of the greatest guitar players on the planet in the basement every Tuesday!
Bigger than life, "Fireball Front Man" Jon Blondell and his band bring a fun repertoire of songs from all over the musical spectrum brought to the jazz stage as only Blondell can do. At this point, we celebrate every MONTH with this legend!
Mosey is a musical project led by renowned Texas singer-songwriter Bruce Robison featuring him on piano and vocals. The band creates a "jazz lounge charm" vibe performing American Songbook classics with a focus on standards by artists like Hoagy Carmichael, Cole Porter, and Johnny Mercer. Bruce is backed by a band that includes Josh Hoag (standup bass), and Masumi Jones (drums).
Ten piece band performing original jazz fusion compositions of Dr. John Mills featuring A list musicians in the basement each month.
“Sarah Sharp's soft-spoken singing style and quiet instrumentations offer a living room, fireside closeness that keeps her away from the lounge-singer stereotypes of similarly jazz-influenced performers." — @nprmusic, All Songs Considered
The Sarah Sharp Quintet performs every Thursday evening in the basement, featuring John Fremgen, Masumi Jones, Oliver Steck, and Mitch Watkins.
Guitarist/composer Drew Simpson brings his trio down early presenting original compositions and inspired arrangements blending bebop, bossa, and soul - packed with energy and groove.
CenterPeace performs the music of James Polk, the true Godfather of Austin's Jazz scene who made his mark on this town before most of the local jazz artists were born. His music continues to set the standard for Austin jazz at its best!
Tommy Howard always puts together a band with the finest musicians in the Central Texas area.
DANIEL Durham, DANIEL Raynaud and DANIEL Sanchez present a night of a trio of DANIELS' jazz.
