Updated! - Gigs added - kirtan w Gina Sala, the El Malecon jazz orchestra, Thomas Marriott @ Egans, Greek Night @ Harrissa's, and Faith's Fusion of Sounds on Queen Anne! and...Violinist Gordon Assadi in a multi-media house concert/benefit for Nepalese schoolgirls, Jovino plays the blues (really - I'm not making this up!) w Guitarist Michael Shanks, Crystal Beth blows out the Royal Room, Stephanie Porter lights up Tula's,plus WAY MORE cool gigs you'll have to browse the blog to find out about...

Wed 9-25-13

8pm
Open Mic
The Royal Room in Seattle, Washington
Hi everyone! We are back on for the the open mic! Bring your singing voice, spoken word or instrument and come and express yourself! This is a place for everyone to shine!
https://www.facebook.com/events/569362113112185

8:30pm
SJCE Quintet at the Musiquarium
The Triple Door in Seattle, Washington
The Seattle Jazz Composers Ensemble's Quintet is returning to the Musiquarium at The Triple Door. Playing all original music by local composers ranging the wide world of Jazz. Featuring: Beth Fleenor - clarinet, Jacques Willis - vibraphone, Michael Owcharuk - keyboard, Nate Omdal - bass, Max Wood - drums
https://www.facebook.com/events/663892603622344

Thurs 9-26-13

5pm
Open jam -- Freedom Thursday
Blue Moon Tavern in Seattle, Washington
come join us for post bop favorites, stream of consciousness, and sonic serendipity
https://www.facebook.com/events/393135077482319

8pm
Elnah Jordan Experience
New Orleans Creole Restaurant, 114 1st ave S
A Evening with Elnah and The Charles Mack Band
https://www.facebook.com/events/540299902691314

8pm
Music of Wayne Horvitz - with Trio Pardalote & Cristina Valdes
Cornish Music Series in Seattle, Washington
Trio Pardalote, pianist Cristina Valdes, and composer Wayne Horvitz perform new works by Horvitz for piano, strings and electronics. https://www.facebook.com/events/1418428158373224

8pm
Waldo's Jam #22 with Polecat and Joel Gamble
Waldo's North Lynnwood- Official in Lynnwood, Washington
It just keeps getting more awesome
https://www.facebook.com/events/375979432505091

Fri 9-27-13

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The Garden House-Gordon Assadi
The Garden House in Seattle, Washington
It's the visual violin concept with large screen projection of digital photography, artwork and video that visually tells the story of each piece. It's like going to the movies, but with live music : )I will be playing with two excellent musicians; Larry Mahlis - percussion and Josh Philpott-guitar. It is a benefit for a foundation that supports Nepalese women and they are raising money to build a school. Please join us if you can it will be great entertainment in a nice venue.
https://www.facebook.com/events/449391961842885

7:30pm
NIKKI DEE & BLUE HAWAIIAN - Back in the Fireside
Sorrento Hotel in Seattle, Washington
We're back at the Fireside Room after a two-month hiatus, and couldn't be happier about it! We are post-launch and sounding better than ever, making Seattle music history with every show. Come 'n get it!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/586678544726085

7:30pm
STEPHANIE PORTER LIVE @ TULA'S
Tula's in Seattle, Washington
Ring in the fall season with an evening of great music with Stephanie Porter! Featuring Darin Clendenin piano, Steve Yusen drums, Mike West saxophones and Dan O'brien bass. A long time headliner at Tula's, Stephanie will warm you up with her vocal pyrotechnics!
https://www.facebook.com/events/226069814223647

7:30pm
JAY THOMAS & FRIENDS - JAZZ & SUSHI FINALE
Hiroshi's Restaurant & Catering Services in Seattle, Washington
After 7 1/2 great years of guests and musicians and wonderful sushi - we're coming to an end of the era. Hiroshi's catering business, Uwajimaya business, and stadium sushi stands have done so well - he has built a larger catering kitchen... and will be moving in October, 2013. We will look forward to some special event JAZZ & SUSHI in the future.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1381851888716536

8pm
Jovino Santos Neto with Houston-based guitarist Michael Anthony Shanks
Gallery 1412 - 1412 18th Avenue on Capitol Hill, Seattle
We will be playing some Texas blues, Brazilian tunes and a lot more. Michael’s recent release is “Shankster Style”, on which I played on a couple of tracks. All ages, entrance by donation.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1413615218853057

8pm
Anubis Nights at Harissa
Harissa Mediterranean Cuisine in Seattle, Washington
Please join us for an evening of delicious food, masterful live music with George Sadak and Bahaa Sadak, as well as wonderful middle eastern dance. With guest dancers Adriana Lippy and Hallie Segelhorst, with featured performer Nadira Booth Swanson
https://www.facebook.com/events/374969885966630

8pm
Kirtan with Gina Sala & Friends -benefit this Friday!
Samadhi Yoga in Seattle, Washington
Chant, lay back, dance, sing, as the mind rests in the heart and the heart spreads her wings. As Hafiz says, “the subject tonight is Love…and every night…” $15 -25 appreciated for space, charities and musicians. No one turned away for lack of funds.
https://www.facebook.com/events/165403060329642

8:30pm
Picoso at the Royal Room, part deuce
The Royal Room in Seattle, Washington
We had such a blast getting down with y'all at the royal room last time we decided to do it again. 3 sets of original salsa, cumbia, son, and reggaeton. First set (at 8:30) is all ages, entrance by donation.
https://www.facebook.com/events/237690576378338

9pm
Thomas Marriott & Flexicon at Egan's Ballard Jam House
Egan's Ballard Jam House in Seattle, Washington
Thomas Marriott, D'Vonne Lewis, Phil Sparks and Rick Mandyck blow up Egan's jam house this Friday Night!
https://www.facebook.com/events/427246044052622

Sat 9-28-13

7pm
Los Buhos
El Quetzal in Seattle, Washington
We're back from a fabuloso honeymoon! Laura Oviedo &, Marc Smason trombone/voice, with Jacque Larrainzar & Bruce Barnard play one 4 Trane & Ray Charles - Comida Sabor!
https://www.facebook.com/events/410284705738419

7:30pm
Jovino Santos Neto Quarteto
Tula’s in Belltown 2214 2nd Avenue, Seattle
I will be joined by Ben Thomas on vibes, Chuck Deardorf on bass and Jeff Busch on drums and percussion. This gig often sells out. Please make reservations by calling 206.443.-4221. All ages until 10 PM.
(No FB Page)

8:30pm
Greek night at Harissa
Harissa Mediterranean Cuisine in Seattle, Washington
Zaphara , Zena , Athena , John Novakis and The Grecian Sounds, Hank Bradley, and George Sadak will give you a taste of how Greek and Arabic clubs were like back in the 1980's
https://www.facebook.com/events/1410423675852870

10pm
Faith's Fusion of Sounds - Queen City Grill
Queen City Grill in Seattle, Washington
Faith Beattie (vocal/flute)
Leif Totusek (guitar), Phil Sparks (bass), Ricardo Blanco Guity (percussion)
https://www.facebook.com/events/437425269702224

Sun 9-29-13

6:30pm
Full Circle Jazz Ensemble at El Malecon
El Malecon in Seattle, Washington
This month at El Malecon we have guest saxophonists Alex Dugdale and Michael Edwards added there unique stylings to the blend. The first set will feature the music of the Dave Pell Octet courtesy of our trombonist Bill Anthony. All the gang including Bob Hammer, Bernie Jacobs, Wayne Bliss, Bobby Medina, Ron Barrow, Garey Williams, Frank Seeberger, Tim HIckey and yours truly look forward to sharing the music with y'all.
https://www.facebook.com/events/202834029895927

7:30pm
SUNDAY NIGHT OPEN JAM @ CCs LOUNGE~BURIEN | SUN SEPT 29 @ 7:30 pm
CC's Lounge in Burien, Washington
am will start off with a short set by Lynn, Manuel and Doug.
All Musicians and All Types of Music Welcome...Play with the Host Band or Play on Your Own...Solo or Full Band...Acoustic or Electric...Bring Your Voice-Your Instruments and Let’s ROCK!!!(PA, Mics, Amps and Drum Kit Provided)
https://www.facebook.com/events/530737056976784

8pm
Darrell's Monster Jazz Jam!
Darrells Tavern in Shoreline, Washington
The weekly jam continues! Hosted this week by: Al Lindbom - guitar Steve Yusen - drums Kevin McCarthy - bass and MC Instrumentalists and vocalist welcome to sit in! This is where Sunday night jazz LIVES in the north end!
https://www.facebook.com/events/171651673024855

Mon 9-30-13

8pm
Crystal Beth & the Boom Boom Band / Horvitz + Fleenor Duo
The Royal Room in Seattle, Washington
Crystal Beth* (aka: Beth Fleenor) brings her personal brand of posicore purge-pop-punk-hop ritual trance psychedelia to the Royal Room.Wayne Horvitz (piano/keyboard/electronics) & Beth Fleenor (clarinets/voice/electronics) start the evening with an improvised set of music ranging from pastoral to raucously visceral.
https://www.facebook.com/events/164260233770218

9pm
EntreMundos World Music Jam
Tiny Ninja Cafe, 3510 Stone Way N Seattle
THE World Music Jam in Seattle. Hosted by master world percussionist Jeff Busch and Brazilian singer Adriana Giordono. These are magical nights, folks. Nuff said. Motor-vate churself on Monday nights and get on down there. You'll be glad you did.
https://www.facebook.com/events/147519458790942