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SUNNOV 1
1:00 PM
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Behind The Scene with The Christopher Brown Quartet

Behind The Scene with The Christopher Brown QuartetSun, Nov 01++ 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)** 01:00 PM SHOW

SUNNOV 1
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
JazzJamsPerforming ArtsLearning & Tech

Artichoke Jazz Jam

Artichoke Community Music2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Enjoy an open jazz jam session for all ages and levels. An opportunity for younger musicians to play with seasoned pros and learn from experience.

Max Tucker is leading the Student Jazz Jam at Artichoke Music. Max, along with the afternoon's house band, will warm up the stage with a short set, and the jam will follow. The backline includes a keyboard and a drum set. Max Tucker is a drummer, producer and educator living in Portland, Oregon. He relocated to Portland in 2018, moving from NYC, where he studied jazz at the New School and studied with master drummer Michael Carvin. He is currently teaching drums and playing actively in the fertile Portland music scene.

WEDNOV 4
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
JamsJazzPerforming Arts

The People's Jam

Revolution Hall1300 SE Stark St Portland

A trio will play the first set. There will be a sign-up sheet with 10 tunes picked out, as well as openings for songs of choice and originals. Not just a jazz jam. Any genre, style and flavors welcome. Please be respectful and wear a mask when not drinking, eating or playing a horn. There will be a PA set with 2 mics, Keys with an amp, a guitar amp, a bass with an amp, Drums, and 2 DI boxes. Bring your sticks, instrument, instrument cable, or anything less than the keys and drums.

Multi-day events

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SUNNOV 1
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+8 dates
21+JamsRockJazzPopSoulBluesVideo GamesPerforming ArtsNightlife & Social

Open Jam and Games

Rock out at the Open Musician's Jam. Join these jam sessions, where music meets fun and friends meet rock 'n roll. It's gonna be a blast. Bring your instruments, your voice, and your A-game.

  • Gear Galore: Pianos, electric/acoustic guitars, tube amps, bass (4 or 5 string), drum set, ukulele, ready for you. Plus, extra mics for singers and whatever else you want to bring.
  • Covers welcome: Bring your band, or team up with fellow jammers. There are often lots of blues, rock, pop, and funk, plus a load of awesome covers from all decades, especially the '90s. This is a jam of any genre, tends to be rock/soul/bluesy pop/fusion/jazzy funk, but whatever you play, that's what it'll be.
  • Game On: Ping Pong tables and arcade machines for friendly competition.
  • No Limits: Bring your musical mojo, and get wild. Whether you're a pro or just here for the good times, it's all about the music and the good vibes.

This venue is 21+

SUNNOV 22
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Cultural HeritageJazzLatinJams

Brazilian Choro Music (Brazilian Jazz)

PortlandMap

Join us every 4th Sunday at 2:30 PM for an afternoon of Brazilian music, community, and improvisation at Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom. Hosted by acclaimed musicians Sean Watson and Tim Connell, Roda de Choro is an invitational jam celebrating the rich tradition of Choro — the lively, virtuosic acoustic music that helped shape Brazilian jazz and samba.

Expect an intimate circle of musicians trading melodies, rhythms, and solos in a welcoming, communal setting. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Brazilian music or just curious to experience something new, this is the perfect Sunday hang: incredible players, great beer, and the joyful spirit of live music shared together.

Tomorrow's Verse Taproom

4605 NE Fremont Street, Portland OR

2:30 PM ‱ Every 4th Sunday

SATNOV 14
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
BluegrassJamsClubs & MeetingsPerforming Arts

Kalama on a String

Event Details

Welcome to Kalama on a String! This group is dedicated to keeping our community connected through the love of live bluegrass and acoustic jams in Kalama, WA. Whether you’re a musician or a fan, stay updated on local gatherings, share event details, and celebrate the music that brings us together! Mountain Timber Market will have tables and chairs set up on the east side, lower level, for community seating.

Musicians will need to bring their own chair to set up and be sure not to block any retailers’ entrances or walkways. Cars may pull up on the curb in the south parking lot for loading and unloading only. Please move your vehicle once finished to keep the area clear.

Please be mindful of the retail merchants, as we will be guests in the Market.

Bring your favorite tunes, and we are looking forward to seeing y’all.

SUNNOV 15
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
All agesJazzJamsNightlife & SocialPerforming ArtsCultural Heritage

Second Sunday Swing Jazz Jam ***3rd Sunday Edition***

Join us at Migration Brewing for swing jazz and dancing.

****PLEASE NOTE**** This month’s jazz jam is on the 3rd Sunday of the month to avoid overlapping with Tracktown Throwdown happening in Eugene the second weekend of the month.

There is no cover for this event, but please purchase food and drink to show appreciation to the venue for hosting us.

No partner needed! All ages welcome!

The jazz jam is open to everyone and highlights swing-era jazz. If you're a musician and you'd like to participate, bring your instrument! We hire a house band and bring a piano, a small sound setup, and fake books.

For more information, click here.

WEDNOV 4
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
+3 dates
JazzJamsPerforming Arts

Jazz at Fortune

Every Wednesday at Fortune. A house set from 8 - 9, then a jam with the jazzcommunity from 9 - 11. Free to attend!
THUNOV 5
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
+11 dates
JamsJazzPerforming Arts

Cake and Jazz

Join Farina Bakery every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night for amazing live performances from local musicians. Open late for delicious desserts, a full coffee bar and free live music. Stay up to date on Instagram for updates, our weekly lineup, and opportunities to play at weekly open jams.

TUENOV 3
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
+3 dates
JazzJamsPerforming Arts

The Session at Keys Lounge, hosted by Pablo Rivarola

The session begins at 8PM every Tuesday with an hour of jazz from a rotating house band led by Portland based band leader and trumpet player, Pablo Rivarola. The last two hours of the session will be a curated jazz jam featuring some of Portland’s best young jazz musicians.

Join us every Tuesday night at your favorite mid-century lounge for some of Portland’s best jazz. No cover charge and happy hour prices all night long!

WEDNOV 4
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
+3 dates
JazzJamsPerforming Arts

Live Jazz at Lulu's

Beginning this fall, Lulu hosts live jazz every Wednesday from 8–11pm.

The night opens with a house set from 8–9pm, featuring:

Dario Lapoma on piano

Patrick Golichnik on bass

Alan Jones on drums

Pablo on trumpet

From 9–11pm, the session opens to guest musicians from across Portland — no two Wednesdays will be alike.

SATNOV 7
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $25+Faith & WorshipJazzWorld MusicCultural HeritageMeditation

Kirtan with Sitaram Dass and Sacred Dharma

ShantiOm Yoga7334 N Chicago Ave

Mantra, music, and storytelling to awaken the heart. Sacred Dharma is a Pacific Northwest kirtan-fusion jam band. At its core, they facilitate the devotional practice of chanting Sanskrit mantra. The music is colored by world influences ranging from Indian classical to jazz and psychedelic rock, enhancing the mood so that each repetition of the Name can awaken the heart.

Led by Sitaram Dass with Jeanette Kangas on tabla, Clark Stacer on bass, Lance Jordan on guitar, and a rotating selection of some of the PNW's finest musicians.

Sitaram Dass (he/him) spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bhakti, the yoga of service and devotion to God. He is an author, teacher, kirtan singer, and spiritual counselor. As the director of the Sacred Community Project, he works to provide affordable, free, and donation-based offerings as a praxis of Sacred Community.

$25 Advance / $30 Door

(No one turned away for lack of funds)

THUNOV 19
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
💰 $20+FilmElectronic & DJJazz

Advanced Composers Ensemble: Live Score to Jem Cohen’s Counting

Clinton Street Theater2522 Southeast Clinton Street

Award-winning composer Todd Marston and Micah Hummel’s Advanced Composers Ensemble performs a live score to Jem Cohen’s Counting, a film in fifteen linked chapters shot from Moscow to New York to Istanbul that blends diary film with personal/political essay. Each chapter is scored by a different A.C.E. composer, sometimes for a single instrument and sometimes for the full eleven-piece ensemble. Music genres will span from modern experimental jazz and rock to electronic music and minimalism.

THUNOV 5
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+2 dates
PopJazz

Solo Pipe Organ Music with Steve Kerin

On Thursdays, Steve Kerin entertains the Chapel Pub by playing all of your favorite songs, but in a way that you have never heard them before - on solo pipe organ! The audience is encouraged to request tunes from a list of nearly a thousand songs. They range all the way from pop to heavy metal, jazz to movie themes, '80s hits to oldies. It's charming and fun to hear these songs on an actual pipe organ - that's with pipes, chimes, and all - in an old church. You've got hear this! The music is piped throughout the pub, so no matter where you sit, you'll be able to enjoy it.

About the Artist

In the spring of 2005 Steve Kerin got in his car in Lafayette, Louisiana, and pointed it west. After camping and gigging his way through deserts, truckstops, bars, and nightclubs he decided to park it in Portland, Oregon.

Born and raised in the Heart of Cajun Country, Kerin discovered piano at the age of four. While studying classical music in college, he discovered such New Orleans piano greats as Dr. John, Professor Longhair and James Booker. He soon found himself playing regularly with such Louisiana greats as "Big Daddy" Harry Hypolite, former guitarist for Zydeco great Clifton Chenier, as well as Grammy-nominated songwriter David Egan. In 2005. he played at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival alongside such artists as Randy Newman and The Black Crowes.

Kerin is a true student of the New Orleans style, and his playing is complex and dense. His voice has the gruff quality needed to 'sound' like New Orleans. His piano performances have been with groups as varied as his musical talents -- from jazz to rock to blues to classical to wherever his talent and soul take him.

SUNNOV 15
7:00 PM
PopRockJazzSoul

Stephen Day

Nashville crooner Stephen Day spans pop, rock, soul, and jazz in his music, recognized for its emotional depth and storytelling. He began to make a name for himself by playing live around the city; his debut full-length studio album, Guess I'm Grown Now, followed in 2019. The record had a fuller, more-produced rock band sound than the EP. Comparisons were immediately drawn to John Mayer, which Day welcomed; he also acknowledged Glen Campbell, D'Angelo, Stevie Wonder, and Frank Sinatra as influences. A second EP, Original Songs and Sound, appeared in 2020, and a second album, The Shapes I'm In, arrived in 2021. Day toured the U.S. as a headliner and as support to the likes of Teddy Swims, Ben Rector, Stephen Sanchez, and Lawrence. He also played abroad in Asia and Europe. Only after his third album, 2024's Gold Mine, did he finally sign a record deal, with Riser House Records. The label released his holiday single "It's Christmas All Over" in October of that year.

MONNOV 2
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
DiningSpiritsJazzCultural HeritageArts & Media

Hà VL at Annam – Three Year Anniversary Dinner

Annam (annamvlpdx)Map

Annam's 3-year anniversary dinner featuring a collaborative kitchen takeover with uncle Peter from @havl.noodles (HĂ  VL). The evening includes deep-cut Ă  la carte Việt food, cognac, live jazz by Brian's Blade (featuring @chochu_local members @cmlgsn, @Aidan.jacobs._, and grateful_marcus), and a custom jade jewelry pop-up by Le Petit Hoa. Menu to be announced closer to the date; available until sold out.

TUENOV 3
8:00 PM
21+R&BElectronic & DJJazzPopSoul

Daley and more

Daley brings his distinctive voice and acclaimed live performance to Portland, blending classic soul with contemporary R&B, alternative pop, and electronic influences. Known for soaring falsetto and personal songwriting, he has earned Billboard Top 10 R&B hits, Grammy recognition, and acclaim for collaborations with artists including Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, Pharrell Williams, and Gorillaz. His performance features new music alongside fan favorites. Opening the show is Portland native Tahirah Memory, a soul and jazz singer-songwriter whose debut album topped the UK Soul Chart. Her warm, honest vocals and heartfelt songwriting complement an evening of soul, R&B, neo-soul, and live musicianship.

WEDNOV 4
3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
PoetryJazzPerforming Arts

Book Bar: Allen Ginsberg Tribute Night

Book Bar is a five-day pop-up bar, café and cultural clubhouse in the heart of downtown Portland during Portland Book Festival week. Stop in for drinks, food, conversation and a rotating lineup of literary-inspired performances, pop-ups and unexpected happenings.

On Wednesday night, 45th Parallel Universe presents a celebration of Allen Ginsberg, featuring live readings of Howl and other works accompanied by live jazz.

The evening brings together voices from Portland’s literary, music, theater and radio communities for a tribute to one of the most influential figures in American poetry, and to Howl, which Ginsberg first read publicly in Portland while studying at Reed College.

Featured participants include Gregory Scholl, Robert McBride, Fred Child, Alexis Hamilton and additional special guests.

THUNOV 19
8:00 PM
R&BJazzSoul

ThundercatDistracted AF Tourfera

In recent years Thundercat, aka Stephen Bruner, has completed his transition from virtuoso bassist to bonafide star and cemented his reputation as a wholly unique voice, transcending genre. He has become a cornerstone of the Brainfeeder label having released 'The Golden Age of Apocalypse' (2011), 'Apocalypse' (2013), 'Drunk' (2017), and his 2020 album 'It Is What It Is' won Best Progressive R&B Album at the 63rd GRAMMY Awards, featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Childish Gambino, Lil B, Kamasi Washington, Steve Lacy, Steve Arrington, BADBADNOTGOOD, Louis Cole, Pedro Martins and Zack Fox. The record was produced by Thundercat and his longtime partner Flying Lotus who was GRAMMY-nominated in 'Producer of the Year, Non-Classical' for his work on the album.

2023 kicked off with a bang, with Thundercat joining Steve Lacy live onstage at the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards to perform the hit single 'Bad Habit.' He also released his latest single 'No More Lies' with Tame Impala, and announced a slew of tour dates spanning 5 continents.

2022 was a banner year, with highlights including his vocals and bass heavily featuring on Gorillaz single and title track 'Cracker Island' which hit #1 on the Alternative radio charts. He also starred in the official music video and performed onstage with Gorillaz at Coachella and the MTV European Music Awards ceremony. He also joined Red Hot Chilli Peppers as support on their North American and EU stadium tour.

Thundercat made his acting debut in 2022 with a recurring role in Star Wars' 'The Book of Boba Fett' on Disney+. He also covered 'Fly Like An Eagle' for the 'Minions: The Rise of Gru' OST executive produced by Jack Antonooff. Other film and TV work has included collaborating with Flying Lotus on the original score for 'Yasuke' on Netflix, as well as an episode of Emmy & Golden Globe winning series 'Atlanta' created by Donald Glover.

Live highlights include duetting with Ariana Grande at Adult Swim Festival 2020, a US tour alongside his friend Anderson .Paak (2019), an appearance at the Nile Rodgers curated Meltdown Festival held at the Southbank Centre, London (2019); and previous festival highlights for Thundercat include Glastonbury, Coachella, SĂłnar, Fuji Rock, Newport Jazz Festival, Primavera Sound and Governors Ball. In 2019 Thundercat was invited by legendary jazz institution Blue Note in New York to play a 14 show residency over the space of 6 days. Special guests for the residency included Reggie Watts, Zack Fox and Hannibal Buress. One memorable sold out show at New York's Irving Plaza in 2017 featured Dave Chappelle making an impromptu appearance as his hype man.

In 2015 he was 'at the creative epicenter' of the 21st century's most influential hip-hop album Kendrick Lamar's 'To Pimp A Butterfly', and he won a GRAMMY for his collaboration on the track ‘These Walls'.

Much celebrated for his inimitable style, Thundercat has appeared as the face of recent fashion/brand campaigns for Kerwin Frost and Kenny Beats, as well as attending Paris Fashion Week as a guest of Spanish luxury designer LOEWE.

Bruner found his instrument at the age of 4. That made him a late-bloomer in the house of Ronald Bruner, Sr., who drummed with the Temptations among others. His first bass was a black Harmony, and he practiced to the Ninja Turtles soundtrack until pops played him Jaco Pastorius. He joined thrash legends Suicidal Tendencies as a teenager, and has spent road and studio time with everyone from Stanley Clarke and Herbie Hancock to Leon Ware, N.E.R.D., Travis Scott, HAIM, Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak), Kaytranada, Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu.

The name Thundercat is a reference to the cartoon he's loved since childhood and an extension of his wide-eyed, vibrant, often superhuman approach to his craft. In 2020 things came full circle when Bruner voiced a character (and penned a song) named 'Grune the Destroyer' in Cartoon Network's Thundercats Roar animated series

THUNOV 19
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $20DocumentariesJazz

Counting with Live Score

A special screening of Jem Cohen’s (Museum Hours) 2015 documentary with a live score by award-winning jazz pianist Todd Marston & Micah Hummel’s Advancing Composers Ensemble.

In fifteen linked chapters shot in locations ranging from Moscow to New York to Istanbul, Counting merges city symphony, diary film, and personal/political essay to create a vivid portrait of contemporary life. Perhaps the most personal of Cohen’s films, Counting measures street life, light and time, noting not only surveillance and over development but resistance and its phantoms as manifested in music, animals and everyday magic

  • Director: Jem Cohen
  • Year: 2015
  • Country: United States
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
TUENOV 3
8:00 PM
21+JazzSoul

AN EVENING WITH JOHN SCOFIELD’S “ELECTROSPECTIVE”

Presented by Soul’d Out at Revolution Hall, this performance spotlights John Scofield’s Electrospective, a project from the three-time Grammy winner that revisits the funk-infused side of his 54-year journey in jazz. Instead of recreating earlier favorites, Scofield brings fresh interpretations drawn from his Blue Matter, Uberjam, and A Go Go periods, alongside new pieces in a similar spirit. He appears with Scofield alum and drummer-producer Adam Deitch (Lettuce), keyboardist Larry Goldings (Scary Goldings, James Taylor), and bassist Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Co., Tedeschi Trucks Band, Allman Brothers). The program leans into the fusion grooves audiences often request, delivered by a lineup assembled to let the music speak.

With featuring OTEIL BURBRIDGE, LARRY GOLDINGS & ADAM DEITCH. Ages 21 and up

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM
JazzSoul

John Scofield

Through his 54-year career, 3-time Grammy Award winner John Scofield has occasionally detoured from the traditions of straight-ahead jazz, exploring a blend of funk and jazz that has led to some of his most popular projects. In late autumn of 2026, Scofield looks back on many of his now-classic fusion-groove compositions with Electrospective. Not intending to replicate the earlier fan favorites, he plans instead to revisit them with the seasoned perspective of several decades, culling tunes from his Blue Matter, Uberjam, and AGoGo bands – each responsible for a few recordings – as well as new material in the same vein. Scofield looks forward to teaming up with a stellar band of colleagues. Electrospective will rely on interpretative input from Scofield alum and super funk drummer/producer Adam Deitch (Lettuce), multidimensional Larry Goldings (Scary Goldings, James Taylor) on keyboards, and legendary bassist Oteil Burbridge (Dead and CO., Tedeschi Trucks, Allman Brothers). With this repertoire so frequently (and loudly) requested by audience members, Scofield is glad to have a band that will truly do the music justice.

SUNNOV 1
6:00 PM
FolkIndieJazzPerforming Arts

Songwriters in the Round

Songwriters in the round with Richard Colombo, Inge Hoogerhuis, Wendy Emerson, and Brent Caldwell, $18.11 including service fee. Featured guest -- Nov 16 (Sun): Beth Wood Richard Colombo - Known for his clear tenor voice, masterful guitar work, and playful energy, Richard’s performances move easily between the profound and the delightfully whimsical — especially when he breaks out his banjo ukulele. A night with Richard leaves audiences feeling uplifted, inspired, and connected. A lifelong educator, Richard discovered early on the magic of music to bring people together. His journey took him from performing in California’s folk scene to Portland, where he co-founded Artichoke Community Music, a nonprofit hub for music lovers and creators. He has released several acclaimed albums, led countless workshops, and continues to teach and perform throughout the community. Inge Hoogerhuis is a singer-songwriter, but that is not how she started out - a lounge and cabaret singer from way back when, who traveled up and down Highway 75, to Las Vegas, and then found a home on the West Coast. She has sung in grange halls to fancy hotels, for 20 people from the back of a pick-up truck to 500,000 in San Francisco‘s Gay Pride. But her favorite thing to do is to write songs that capture both the humor and melancholy of the West, and that ruminate over love and justice, lost and gained. Wendy Emerson is a folk jazz guitarist and vocalist whose music is influenced by ballads and show tunes from the swing era, as well as folk and rock music from the 1950s on. Her repertoire consists of jazzy covers and originals about love and loss served up with a generous helping of speaking truth to power. Brent Calderwood is a Portland-based singer, songwriter, guitarist, and pianist inspired by indie-folk, Americana, and the American songbook.

SUNNOV 8
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
+3 dates
JamsLearning & TechClubs & Meetings

Community Jam Session

Come jam with us in The Riff. House drums, bring breakables if you prefer. Some instruments and amps are available but it's preferred if you bring your own. Learn, teach, jam, improvise.... it's called The Riff intentionally. :)

SUNNOV 1
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
+4 dates
ChessJazzChoralLearning & TechOutdoors

Checkmates and Chill

Director Park815 Southwest Park Avenue

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

SATNOV 7
8:00 PM · Doors 7:00 PM
21+FolkIndieJazzPopSoulPerforming Arts

LILA FORDE AND ZAN FISKUM

Soul'd Out Presents: Lila Forde and Zan Fiskum.
Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
Ages 21+.

Special Note
: Ticket holders for this show receive free admission to Jack London's Burly Q Revue Cabaret after the music!

LILA FORDE
With a voice steeped in jazz, soul, folk, and old-school American songcraft, the Seattle-born, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter has always carried a deep sense of self through her music. But on Life Can Still Be Sweet, her sophomore album, that self comes into fuller focus: A little older, a little wiser, more instinctive, and more firmly in command of the world she’s building. Warm, whimsical, and full of growing pains, the record captures Forde in the thick of her twenties – chasing songs, learning lessons, finding her people, and holding onto beauty even when life gets hard.

“I think I have a really unique voice – not just my literal voice, but my proverbial voice,” Forde says. “In this day and age, and in this industry, there’s a lot of trend following, and there’s a lot of homogeny. I’m just really trying to be my own artist.”

That individuality has been there from the beginning. Raised in a spiritual, music-filled household in Seattle, Forde grew up without a television and with her feet in the dirt – the daughter of a musician and meditation teachers who encouraged her to stay curious, grounded, and creatively free. She sang in choirs, studied jazz in college, and steeped herself in the classics, from Bonnie Raitt and Carole King to Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson, while developing her soulful California sound that feels unmistakably her own. https://lilaforde.com/

Zan Fiskum is a singer and songwriter from Maple Valley, WA, whose music blends folk, soul, and cinematic pop into emotionally vivid storytelling. Known for her commanding vocal range and a diversean diverse sound rooted in the Pacific Northwest, Zan has built a dedicated following through a series of independent releases that have amassed over a million streams. She has opened for artists including The Avett Brothers, Kingfish, Mon Rovia, and shared the stage with John Legend and Dave Matthews. https://zanmusic.net/

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WEDNOV 11
8:00 PM
IndieRockJazzPerforming Arts

The Hails Duck Pond Tour Meldrop

Following a string of encounters too strange to be coincidence, Robbie Kingsley, Franco Solari, Dylan McCue and Zach Levy came together to form The Hails. Despite first playing in an insular Miami high school music scene, the band officially formed at the University of Florida in Gainesville, turning the tattered carpeting and beer bottle lined shelves of their shitty college house into a distinct, refined sound that is now synonymous with their name.

After graduation, the group made the pilgrimage back to their home of Miami, the city that directly influenced the sound of their early shimmering singles "Younger" and "Stay," debut EP He Seems Upset (2020), and the subsequent Alive in Strange Ways (2021).

After releasing their debut album What's Your Motive (2023) and gaining international praise, The Hails have created their own unique style of collaboration with band members living in Miami, DC and Brooklyn. Recent highlights of the road include holding court at festivals like Governors Ball, III Points and Okeechobee, interspersed between sold-out headline shows and tour support for The Revivalists, Quarters, The Beaches, flipturn and the moss. This year will see The Hails back out on the road as they ready for the release of their second full-length album later this year.

Meldrop is a five-piece jazzy indie rock group hailing from the Seattle/Tacoma, WA area. The band originally started as a four-piece in the fall of 2022, when River Esqueda, Elijah Tuncap, Kirran Medchill, and Aidan Goodman worked together at a Tacoma restaurant called the Lobster Shop. After a routine night of bussing tables, the boys got to talking and learned that they all shared a passion for playing music. They immediately planned a jam session later that week and what followed was a spark that inspired them to practice and write together over the next 6 months. Meldrop made their live debut at a college house venue called Cush Hill in April 2023, and continued playing shows through the spring and summer. However, tragedy struck in August amidst the recording of their debut project, when a pipe burst in their practice space, flooding the building and destroying their equipment. A week later, Medchill had to step away due to his ongoing struggle with addiction, forcing the band to cancel their upcoming shows. They spent the next 2 months finishing the EP before resuming rehearsals and bringing in a new member, Aidan Maggi, to fill the vacancy. The new lineup took to the live scene in November, just in time to play a show celebrating the release of their self-titled EP around Christmas time.

In the new year, the band continued playing shows and growing their following into the Seattle scene, also taking the time to record new singles "Coyote Country" and "Nude Walter Beach." During this time, they had planned on letting Maggi step out upon Medchill's return, but when the time came to make the switch, the boys realized that they all meshed together too well to let anyone go. It was clear that yet another lineup change was in order. In June 2024, the band returned to Cush Hill to unveil Meldrop's final form, a five-piece consisting of Esqueda and Medchill both on guitar and vocals, Tuncap on drums and vocals, Maggi on bass, and Goodman on keys. The new-look Meldrop's style blends influences of jazz, rock, and the blues into a truly unique and smooth sound that has encapsulated listeners in the Seattle area and all around the world. Driven by a genuine love for their craft, the band continues to experiment with new ideas, pushing their music to new places and chasing their dreams of pursuing music full-time.

MONNOV 9
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
All agesOpen MicsVarietyStand-UpPoetryJams

Open Mic Night at Rae Loft

Each month, embark on a journey where you showcase your talents. Whether you are a singer/songwriter, a poet, or a solo instrumentalist, here's your opportunity to shine on the stage. Feel free to start a jam as well. The stage is yours.

Get ready to take the stage, cheer on local creatives, and soak up an unforgettable evening of art, music, poetry, and community. The space into a vibrant hub of expression with a monthly Open Mic Night—and you’re invited. Whether you’re an experienced performer or just itching to share something new, the mic is yours. Singers, songwriters, poets, instrumentalists, comedians, storytellers, and more—everyone is welcome to sign up for a chance to shine. Sign-ups begin at 6:00 p.m., and the show kicks off around 6:30 p.m. with short (~10 min) performance slots.

Hosted by Joshua Bennett. All ages, all abilities welcome—bring friends, family, and neighbors.

Whether you’re strumming your guitar, reciting your latest poem, sharing a story, or simply enjoying the show from the crowd, this night is about connection, performance, and inspiration.

FRINOV 27
NOV 27–NOV 29 · Hours not provided
WineJazzHolidays & Seasonal

Thanksgiving Weekend at Resolu Cellars

Thanksgiving Weekend at Résolu Cellars
Wine ‱ Chocolate ‱ Local Artisans ‱ Holiday Spirit
November 27–29 | Historic Downtown Hillsboro

Company in town? Bring them to our place!

The Thanksgiving feast may be over, but there's still plenty to savor!

Whether you're hosting family, reconnecting with friends or simply looking for a little escape from the holiday bustle, we'd love to welcome you to Résolu for a festive weekend of wine, chocolate, holiday pairings and local discoveries.

Gather. Sip. Discover. Shop Local.

A Few Special Discoveries Await
Wine & Chocolate | A Special Collaboration

We're teaming up with Stache Chocolate for a signature artisan chocolate creation made with RĂ©solu wine. A little something special for gifting, sharing—or keeping for yourself!

Holiday Pairings & Specialty Desserts
Enjoy seasonal desserts and holiday-inspired wine pairings created for the weekend. Settle in, sip, and discover a new favorite combination.

Shop Small. Gift Thoughtfully.
Explore our holiday gift station featuring Barrel Craft Studios, Brick & Twine, and other local artisans. Discover handcrafted gifts, unique finds and thoughtful surprises for the wine lovers on your list.

Holiday Wine Bundle Specials
Stock your cellar, find the perfect host gift or get a head start on holiday gifting with special wine bundles available throughout the weekend.

Friday Night Bonus | Wine & Vibes
Friday, November 27 ‱ 6–8pm
We're welcoming Jack Maiolo for an evening of acoustic jazz. Settle in with a glass of wine, enjoy the music and let the holiday weekend unfold at a slower pace.

No cover. Reservations strongly recommended for Friday evening.

Thanksgiving Weekend Hours
Friday, November 27 | 12–8:30pm
Saturday, November 28 | 12–8:30pm
Sunday, November 29 | 12–5pm
Closed Thursday, November 26, for Thanksgiving.

Résolu Cellars | 262 SE 4th Ave | Historic Downtown Hillsboro
Company in town? Friends to catch up with? Holiday shopping to do? Bring them to our place. We'll have the wine ready!

Good wine. Sweet discoveries. Thoughtful gifts. A little holiday cheer.

TUENOV 3
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
+3 dates
BluegrassJamsPerforming ArtsCultural HeritageBeer

Bluegrass and Brews

Tomorrow's Verse ~ Taproom & Bottle Shop4605 Northeast Fremont Street

Every Tuesday, something pretty special happens at Tomorrow's Verse Taproom. Musicians pull up a chair, listeners grab a pint, and for a couple of hours the room turns into the kind of community space that's getting harder and harder to find. No stage, no spotlight, no barriers—just people sharing songs, stories, and a love of live music.

Whether you play, listen, or just enjoy being around good people, Bluegrass and Brews is a place to connect. Discover your new favorite musician, catch up with neighbors, and support a group of local pickers who keep traditional music alive, one tune at a time.

Pull up a chair. Order a pint. Stay awhile. The music's better when the room (or courtyard) is full.

FRINOV 13
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
SoulJazz

đŸ€ The Breaks

The Breaks

Roberts ‱ Walter ‱ Moore

When three modern groove masters of modern funk and soul-jazz converge, sparks are bound to fly. The Breaks brings together guitarist Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds), drummer Stanton Moore (Galactic), and organist Robert Walter (The Greyboy Allstars)—three musicians whose collective groove has shaped the sound of contemporary funk for over two decades.

Rooted in the tradition of late-’60s organ trios and hard-hitting boogaloo, The Breaks pushes the sound forward with deep-pocket rhythms, tight arrangements, and fearless improvisation. Eddie Roberts’ sharp, melodic guitar work dances effortlessly over Stanton Moore’s explosive New Orleans-infused drum grooves, while Robert Walter’s signature Hammond organ tones tie it all together with grit and soul.

Between them, they’ve logged countless tours, recorded landmark albums, and collaborated with a who’s-who of the modern jam, funk, and jazz worlds. But in The Breaks, the chemistry feels spontaneous—three kindred spirits locking into a groove and letting it ride.

From sweaty club sets to major festival stages, The Breaks deliver a sound that’s both deeply rooted and constantly evolving—a raw, joyful celebration of rhythm and musical conversation.

THUNOV 5
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
All ages💰 $50JazzPerforming Arts

The Ben Wolfe Trio with Nicole Glover and Ron Steen

The Ben Wolfe Trio with Nicole Glover and Ron SteenThu, Nov 05

TICKETS $50 | ALL AGES

Ben Wolfe - bass

Nicole Glover - saxophone

Ron Steen - drums

We are thrilled to welcome home two of Portland's favored jazz musicians; acclaimed bassist, Ben Wolfe and renowned saxophonist, Nicole Glover. The two will be joined by beloved local jazz legend, Ron Steen for a homecoming show you won't want to miss!

Wolfe has performed and recorded with some of the most celebrated names in jazz and popular music, including Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall, Wynton Marsalis, and many others. A respected player, composer and Julliard educator, Ben is one of today’s most accomplished jazz bassists. Wolfe brings an extraordinary depth of experience, musicianship, and creativity to the stage.

Joining him is Nicole Glover, whose powerful, adventurous saxophone playing has made her one of the most exciting voices in contemporary jazz. Nicole is a saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and educator based in New York City. In 2026, Nicole was awarded “Up and Coming Musician of the Year” by the Jazz Journalists Association and #1 Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist & #1 Rising Star Soprano Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine. Nicole is also a sought-after collaborator. She is currently touring with groups led by Christian McBride and Renee Rosnes, including the multi-award winning ARTEMIS. She has also toured and recorded with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Additionally, Nicole has worked under the leadership of drummers Al Foster, Billy Hart, Lenny White, Victor Lewis, Kenny Washington, Carl Allen, Gregory Hutchinson, and Joe Farnsworth; Grammy-winning vocalists Dee Dee Bridgewater and Buika; bassists John Patitucci, Reggie Workman, Harish Raghavan, Ben Wolfe, and Or Bareket; vibraphonist Joel Ross; and pianists Bill Charlap, Geoffrey Keezer, Aaron Diehl, Luis Perdomo, Christian Sands, Micah Thomas, and George Colligan, among others.

Alongside these two will be Portland's hometown favorite, Ron Steen, whose decades of contribution to the city’s jazz scene have earned him legendary status. Drummer, bandleader, Ron is known as the Godfather of the Jazz Jam scene in Portland, Oregon. Writes the JJA’s Rick Mitchell: “The jam session is at the heart of the jazz tradition. While high school and college jazz programs have proliferated in recent decades, there is no substitute for the knowledge gained by sharing a bandstand with one’s elders and peers in an exposed and competitive setting." Ron has built and nurtured that philosophy in Portland for decades.

Three exceptional musicians. Two shows. One unforgettable night of jazz. Don’t miss this special 1905 performance!

MONNOV 30
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
💰 $53 - $76JazzFolkClassicalWorld MusicBlues

Jake Shimabukuro: Holidays in Hawaiʻi

Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique, innovative spirit, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz, rock, classical, blues, folk, and traditional Hawaiian music.

Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, Jake began playing the ukulele at age four, quickly developing a unique style that pushed the instrument far beyond its traditional boundaries. He first gained international recognition after his jaw-dropping rendition of George Harrison’s “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” went viral, introducing millions to the ukulele’s untapped potential.

Over the course of his career, Shimabukuro has released numerous acclaimed albums, collaborated with an array of legendary artists—including Bette Midler, Yo-Yo Ma, Jimmy Buffett, Ziggy Marley, and Mick Fleetwood—and performed everywhere from the Sydney Opera House to the Hollywood Bowl and the Kennedy Center. His most recent projects showcase both his dazzling technical command and his growing focus on emotional storytelling through music.

Beyond the stage, Jake is a passionate advocate for music education and community outreach, frequently performing at schools and benefit concerts to inspire the next generation of musicians. Whether playing an intimate solo show or headlining with a full band, Shimabukuro continues to prove that the ukulele is an instrument of infinite possibilities—one that speaks a universal language of joy, connection, and hope.

THUNOV 5
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
FolkJazzPopCountry

Gayle Ritt

Singer/songwriter

Over the decades -- singing, performing, songwriting, collaborating and recording, Gayle Ritt continues to reach listeners with her music and live performances throughout the US and abroad . "The promise of an ongoing love affair with her music will begin the moment you hear the first note." said one friend -- and her live performances are as varied as her styles - from live acoustic at the House of Blues Foundation Room to small club rock shows, hotel residencies, elegant corporate events and picnics. Solo, duo, trio, full rocking band, sweet jazz duo or combo, country, pop, folk, acoustic metal, show tunes, improvisation and freestyles - Ritt sings it all. After 30 years performing, and musical adventures in Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami - she's settled in the NW.

Ritt's National Anthem has been heard over the airwaves and throughout the world for local and National sports teams -- including her standing invitation by the Chicago Cubs. Highlights: Wrigley Field, PGE Park, Dodgers Stadium, The Staples Center, US Cellular Field and the Thomas & Mack Center for the Lakers, Dodgers, White Sox, Timbers and Gladiators. The impact has resulted in millions hearing her voice, news features and national commercials on TV and Radio and her five independent releases have crossed many genres - Acoustic folk, rock, pop, metal, jazz, and improvisation.

Singing throughout the Oregon Countryside with her love and partner, Mike Soto - and their band 23window -- is what she loves best. Having recently released, IN THE RAW, an improvisation project - 13 tracks made up on the spot - she continues to put forward new music. Sweet harmonies on several tracks of the recent Lindsie Feathers release, Neon Renaissance are hers -- and the two perform together in Portland. Releasing from the archives -- live piano and vocals recorded in NYC with Martin Bejerano -- 100% freestyle - a single, "unconditional" Vaut Records 2018. Most importantly -- hearts touched -- souls united and many great times created in the moment.
Endorsements: Levy's Leathers, Dunlop, Gibson Acoustic Guitars, Kyser, Martin Guitar Strings

FRINOV 27
8:30 PM
21+SoulJazzPopR&BNightlife & SocialDiningPerforming ArtsCultural Heritage

Black Friday Neo Soul Supper Club

Notes on Seating: Only tables 1-6 are reservable and come with 2 meals. The Reserved seating is first come, first seated. You may be seated with people not in your party. GA Tickets are not guaranteed a seat, and may be standing room only. Meals are available for the $20 Meal Add On, purchased in advance.

Join our hosts, Elevate Unity & B-Fox Productions for this extraordinary night of live music and soul food at this annual holiday Neo Soul and R&B explosion, featuring PDX's #1 sophisticated show stopping dance band,

Enjoy this super soul music mix featuring hits from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and more!

Feel the essence of the music that defined multiple generations, curated to deliver a seamless musical performance to keep you on the floor.

The band is anchored by legendary PDX producer / vocalist & Oregon Hall of Fame percussionist Brian Foxworth.

He's joined by the legendary National touring bass bad boy, Ben Jones and the New York native and nationally recognized keyboardist Nick Rolfe, plus renowned lead guitarist extraordinaire formerly of the historic 70's R&B hit band "Pleasure"

Running out the band is the incredible lead vocal talent Ms.

It doesn't stop there, we've added performances by smooth special guest vocalists & break out talent Madison Rose "Sade Tribute Band"

Singer-songwriter and Neo Soul fenom croner Mr. Eli Hardy!

The Gold Experience Band takes some of the Northwest’s top, world class musicians and provides the best of the best in many genres of music including but certainly not limited to Soul, R&B, Funk, Jazz Neo Soul & Pop. Individually the lineup has backed artist from Curtis Salgado, Buddy Guy, BB King, The late PeeWee Ellis, The Drifters, Frank McComb, Pleasure and Neville Brothers to Sting, Aretha Franklin and Anita Baker.

Simply put, this is the quintessential show band to fit your needs

Music Millennium, Black United Fund, Music Portland, Kettle One Vodka, Riverpoint Medical

Elevate Unity Inc. is a collaborative nonprofit. It was concived during covid from the necessity to support the local arts and musicians, reconnect our community, and promote unity through the healing message of the music!

Our focus is to advocate for inclusion, equality, and equity for al Black Friday Neo Soul Supper Club

WEDNOV 4
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
All agesBluesFolkJazzSoulCountryR&B

John Bunzow and Friends

John Bunzow brings a mix of eclectic musical influences – melding blues, country, rock and even jazz – that have helped establish him as an original artist of heartfelt depth, substance and style. He’s as likely to draw on his love of the music of scuffling barroom bard Tom Waits as he is the smooth R&B and soul of Marvin Gaye, the iconic folk wisdom of Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Ry Cooder or the blues of Albert King.all ages, free
SUNNOV 1
7:00 PM
LatinJazz

Tracy Kim

Guitarist Tracy Kim is best known as one of Portland's foremost gypsy swing guitar enthusiasts and instructors. He is also well-known for his Latin stylings: bossanova, samba, and other Latin jazz forms. Come sip and enjoy!

FRINOV 20
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $29+FolkIndieJazzLatin

Kristen Ford and Max Hatt / Edda Glass

Artichoke Community Music2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Edda Glass and her long-time collaborator Max Hatt have “forged a unique sound,” says NPR’s Larry Groce. Their alternative musical universe stretches effortlessly from award-winning original material to reinventions ranging from “Wichita Lineman” to “Girl from Ipanema” to “Falling Grace.” Edda’s unmistakable voice and evocative lyrics draw audiences into the immersive textures of Max’s guitar and compositions, creating a cinematic soundscape that resonates like folk, harmonizes like jazz, and grooves like bossa nova.

Ann Powers of NPR Music tags it “Beautiful
 #chills” while Nels Cline (Blue Note, Wilco) finds it “subtly poignant, elegantly funky, and haunting without trying to be.” They have been presented by NPR, PBS, NYC’s Lincoln Center, DC’s Kennedy Center, and Wilco's Solid Sound Festival.

SUNNOV 1
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
+4 dates
21+💰 $6BluesJamsPerforming Arts

Kevin Selfe’s Blues Jam

Kevin Selfe’s Blues Jam is a high-energy Sunday afternoon session kicking off at 5 PM, led by acclaimed guitarist and vocalist Kevin Selfe. Featuring a rotating lineup of top Portland musicians, the jam delivers spontaneous collaborations, extended grooves, and plenty of room for musical surprises.

Band members: Kevin Selfe (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Jimi Bott (drums), Allen Markel (bass), and friends.

Thanks for coming out to The Blue Diamond — we’re excited to have you!

Doors open at 4 PM for dinner & drinks
Music kicks off at 5 PM

Here’s the quick rundown so everyone has a blast:

  • No reservations needed — first come, first served. Grab a good spot early!
  • There’s a $6 cover
  • 21+ show
SATNOV 14
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LatinJazzPop

Live Music | Jessie Marquez Duo

Enjoy the sound of local musicians.

Latin jazz vocalist Jessie Marquez blends Cuban, Brazilian, jazz and pop sounds for music with lush harmonies and cool grooves. While her themes revolve around love and longing, her soothing vocals are a balm for any heart. Marquez got on-the-job training in Havana, where she recorded with members of the Afro Cuban Allstars. Sana Locura (2004) reached the top of Latin jazz and Salsa charts in the US and Europe. A frequent visitor to the island, she has appeared on Cuban television and radio and has performed throughout the country.

FRINOV 13
8:00 PM
21+SoulJazzBluesPerforming Arts

SHELLY RUDOLPH

Leading a stellar six-piece ensemble, Ms. Rudolph belts, caresses and struts

her way through the music of Etta James, Aretha Franklin and Blondie: three

DIVA DELUXE spans Etta’s blues-drenched sass, Aretha’s sanctified soul and

Blondie’s downtown rock-and-roll cool, with iconic hits, hidden treasures and

Rudolph’s own songs woven through the night: music shaped by love,

swagger and tenderness. Shelly Rudolph is a Portland-based vocalist, songwriter and poet known for her “honey-glazed throat” and “powerfully romantic” originals. Her music moves freely between jazz, blues and soul. Her international single “I Love

LOVE,” featuring guitarist Charlie Hunter, has reached radio playlists in 17

countries; her multidisciplinary jazz myth suite Orfea Rising premiered at the

OR Music Hall of Fame saxophonist Renato Caranto has performed with

Soul-fire guitarist Dan Gildea, praised by O ArtsWatch for his “sizzling yet sensitive” playing, has performed with jazz legends Ron Carter and Leroy Vinnegar.

Trumpeter Paul Mazzio is a veteran of the Woody Herman Orchestra who has

performed with Tony Bennett, Larry Carlton and The Moody Blues.

Keyboardist Joe Bagg, hailed by DownBeat as “a highly refined player with a

light touch who listens,” is a longtime member of Jeff Goldblum’s Mildred

Bassist Bill Athens has a beautifully eclectic résumé stretching from Seamus

Blake and Ben Wendell to Stephen Malkmus and Sleater-Kinney.

Muddy Award-winning drummer Edwin Coleman III is a deeply

rooted blues-and-soul player whose credits include LaRhonda Steele and

DRESS to EXPRESS: Feeling fabulous is encouraged! Channel your own inner

diva with sequins, boas, wigs, leather... you do YOU

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JLR Seating Map Notes
: For this show, you may reserve individual tables on the map pictured. Note that some tables have limited sightlines as noted. General Admission ticket holders note that seating and sightlines are limted and may be standing room only. All table reservations include admission.

  1. For Table Reservations: Note the relative location of the stage and bar on the map. Then click a table number to see prices, or click "Show All Tickets". Click the + button to add a specific table to your cart.
  2. For General Admission tickets: click the "GA Standing" area. Click the + button to add additional tickets.
  3. Click "Agree & Checkout"
SUNNOV 1
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
All ages💰 $25Jazz

The Rivkah Ross Quintet

The Rivkah Ross QuintetSun, Nov 01TICKETS $25 | ALL AGESRivkah Ross is a Portland-based drummer, composer, and bandleader. Rivkah’s debut album Dare to Hope (PJCE Records) marks the arrival of an inspiring new voice in modern jazz. Moving effortlessly between beautiful melodies and gritty, angular rhythms, her music embodies defiant triumph and hope. A first-generation American raised by a single mother, Rivkah brings a message of hard-won optimism to every note. Taking a page from her hero, Roy Haynes, and paying homage to giants like Coltrane and Shorter, Rivkah is pushing jazz forward with a sound unapologetically all her own. Rivkah is a native Pacific Northwesterner. She has performed her original compositions at the Montavilla Jazz Festival, PDX Jazz Festival, Mount Hood Jazz Festival, and the Vancouver Jazz & Wine Festival. Her other projects include the Stumptown Sirens, Portland’s first all-female big band, which made their debut appearance on the PDX Jazz Festival in 2026 to a sold-out crowd. Rivkah’s drumming hero is Roy Haynes, and in 2026 she put together The Rivkah Ross Sextet, which played two sold-out Roy Haynes tribute sets at The 1905, Portland’s dedicated jazz club. 05:30 PM SHOW 07:30 PM SHOW

SUNNOV 8
5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
All ages💰 $30JazzPerforming Arts

Dave Tull

Dave Tull Sun, Nov 08 $30 TICKETS | ALL AGES

Dave Tull - drums, vocals

Joe Bagg - piano

Bill Athens - bass

Singing from the drums, Dave brings to the stage a rare combination of joyous songwriting, world-class jazz singing and drumming. Think “Frishberg meets Gershwin”. Dave’s songs have been called both “laugh out loud funny” and inspiring of “soul searching and introspection”. Dave Tull’s latest release, “Texting and Driving” was the #2 most requested new album of 2018 on SiriusXM Real Jazz, and was featured by NPR’s Susan Stamberg on Weekend Edition. “Texting and Driving” rose to #5 on the Billboard Jazz Chart, and #3 on the Billboard Comedy Chart in the same week! Dave’s celebrated first CD, “I Just Want To Get Paid”, continues to get regular airplay many years after its release. When not leading his own trio, Dave is one of the busiest drummers on the scene. In 2016 Dave became the drummer for Barbra Streisand and has played five tours with Streisand including Madison Square Garden in July 2019, and on Barbra’s GRAMMY NOMINATED live Netflix concert video, “Barbra – “The Music..The Mem’ries..The Magic!”. Dave toured from 2000-2010 as drummer and lead vocalist for Chuck Mangione. Dave is the drummer on Pixar’s popular series, “Forky Asks A Question” and Disney’s “Monsters At Work”. Dave has led his trio at the Vail Jazz Festival and Winter Concert Series three times, Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, twice at The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (with a two-hour broadcast on KKJZ), San Diego’s KSDS 88.3 FM “Jazz Live” series (a 90-minute live broadcast and interview), the Newport Beach Jazz Party, The Nash in Phoenix, The Arts Garage in Boca Raton FL, The Miami Jazz Coop in Coral Gables, FL, Jazz Showcase in Chicago, the JazzVox house concert series in Seattle, The Strathallan Hotel in Rochester, NY, the “Jazz at Joe’s” concert series in Bend, OR, The California Jazz Arts Society, and countless times at the iconic Lighthouse CafĂ© in Hermosa Beach, CA. In May 2022 The Dave Tull Songbook was released by Sher Music, including 21 of Dave’s original compositions available in print for the first time.

05:30 PM SHOW 07:30 PM SHOW

SATNOV 14
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $18+FolkIndieJazz

Matty Vƍth with the Oompapas

Artichoke Community Music2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Matty V of Lucky Beaucoup sets down the bass and picks up an acoustic guitar to lead a five-piece combo including Mike Danner (Trashcan Joe), Jesse Lee Young (Swamp Thang), Simon Lucas (Tapwater) and Bernard Gomez (everybody), performing a new body of work called Fever Dream.

James Cook, singer/songwriter extraordinaire of Trashcan Joe, unveils The Oompapas group featuring himself on tenor guitar and vocals, Travis Oakley (Love Bomb Orchestra) on sousaphone and Mike Danner (Saloon Ensemble) on accordion and vocals. The oOOMPAPAs play classic jazz-influenced originals and a few choice Jazz standards, with strong elements of jug-band Americana and polka.

FRINOV 6
7:00 PM
SoulJazzWorld Music

Reb Conner

Come groove to the velvety sound of musical duo Reb Conner and Leon Cotter. Reb and Leon are the Ma and Pa of Portland funk and world band "Reb and the Good News," and their stripped-down duo set retains all that jazzy fullness, scaled to an intimate atmosphere. Multi-instrumentalist Leon is a touring member of the California Honeydrops, and Reb is a singer/songwriter with roots in jazz, soul, and world music. Reb and Leon inspire the heart and nourish the soul, with their curated blend of love songs, jazz standards, and uplifting original work. With a mélange of keys, sax, clarinet, guitar, and lush vocal harmonies, these two take the audience on a sultry, good-time ride that will keep listeners vibing all evening long.

THUNOV 5
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💰 $15LatinJazzCultural Heritage

Bossa PDX

Welcome to Bossa PDX! We’re a Portland-based band that pays tribute to the masters of Brazilian jazz and bossa nova.

Use this link to buy your tickets at the PJCE site.

Treat yourself to an enchanting evening with a minimum purchase of just $20 per person—reservations are key to guaranteeing your place, so don’t wait! Secure your table now on OpenTable

Our inviting venue is conveniently located at the foot of the Broadway Bridge, at NW 6th & Irving, complete with 24-hour security for your comfort.

FRINOV 27
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+1 dates
💰 $39+BluesJazzSoulR&B

Curtis Salgado

Artichoke Community Music2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard

Award-winning vocalist, instrumentalist and songwriter Curtis Salgado, the man NPR calls “an icon” with “a huge voice,” is revered worldwide for his ability to wring every ounce of soul out of every song he performs. Salgado is famed not only for his powerhouse live shows and eleven previous albums, but also for his passionate and insightful original songs. He has been nominated three times for the Blues Music Award for Song Of The Year, winning in 2018 for Walk A Mile In My Blues from The Beautiful Lowdown. In total, he has won eleven Blues Music Awards, including the B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year. DownBeat calls his songwriting skills “an impressive gift.” Billboard says Salgado’s music is “inspired and powerful.”

Now, Salgado is back with Fine By Me, the latest evidence of Salgado wielding his impressive songwriting and vocal skills to a wide variety of styles. His music has dashes of blues, gospel, R&B, jazz, funk, rock ’n’ roll and soul at any given moment.

SUNNOV 1
3:00 PM
FolkJamsOpen MicsClubs & Meetings

Acoustic Song and Tune Sharing Circle

Catherine and Eddie Murphy host this Edinburgh-style session with no stages or mics. A low-key round robin song and tune session, inviting musicians and singers to share music of any acoustic genre.
SATNOV 7
6:00 PM
21+PopJazzCountryPerforming ArtsNightlife & Social

Dueling Piano Show

đŸ’„ 🌟 đŸ”„ ATTENTION PLEASE đŸ”„ 🌟 đŸ’„ Buying tickets separately? Indicate in "Customer Notes" to sit together. Thanks! ‱ VIP Tickets include a front row seat, and are the only guests with table service. ‱ Doors open one hour before showtime. ‱ Online ticket sales end two hours before showtime, after that please call 503-242-0700 for availability. *************************************************************************************************************** đŸŽčđŸŽ¶ Dueling Pianos: A Musical Party of All-Request Fun! đŸŽ¶đŸŽč Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, music, and interactive excitement as our talented dueling pianists hit the keys and bring your favorite songs to life. It's an all-request show like no other, where we fly in top-notch performers from around the country that have an incredible repertoire of thousands of songs spanning every genre imaginable. đŸŽ€ Sing, Clap, Dance Along! đŸŽ€ Be prepared to become an integral part of the show as the dueling pianists engage the audience to sing, clap, and sway along to the tunes that you choose! Whether you're a die-hard fan of rock classics, a pop music aficionado, a country crooner, or a jazz enthusiast, these versatile pianists will take you on a musical journey tailored to your preferences. 💰 The Power of Your Tip! 💰 Want to hear your favorite song right away? The more you tip, the quicker the performers will serenade you with your chosen melody. And here's a twist: if there's a song playing that you'd rather swap out, just tip $1 more than the previous requester and watch the musical magic unfold as your selection takes center stage. đŸč Unwind with Exceptional Libations! đŸč While you enjoy the sensational tunes, make sure to savor our top-notch cocktails crafted by our skilled mixologists. Every month we create custom cocktails to fit the mood. If you're a fan of craft brews, we have a selection of local favorites on tap. And for those with a discerning appetite, our kitchen is continually adding delectable options to the menu. 🎉 Perfect for Celebrations of All Kinds! 🎉 Dueling Pianos at Barrel Room is the perfect place to celebrate life's special moments! Whether it's a birthday, bachelorette party, romantic date night, or simply an evening dedicated to reveling in the magic of music and good vibes, we've got you covered. Share the experience of a night that seamlessly blends music, community, and the vibrant spirit of your local small business scene. Don't miss out on this incredible night of musical camaraderie, laughter, and tip-controlled tunes at Barrel Room. Book your tables now and immerse yourself in a symphony of melodies, memories, and unforgettable moments! *************************************************************************************************************** Questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page!This venue is 21+

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