Formerly held close as one of the Pacific Northwest’s best-kept musical secrets, Jarrod Lawson has exploded as an international sensation, garnering awards, performing at prestigious venues, and spawning fresh notability for Portland’s burgeoning soul/jazz music scene. Ever since Lawson released his eponymous debut album in 2014, the smokey-voiced singer-songwriter and virtuoso pianist has been sending
“Bria Skonberg looks like a Scandinavian angel, plays trumpet like a red hot devil and sings like a dream … Poised to be one of the most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation” – Wall Street Journal “It’s such a groove watching my skol sister follow in the path of Pops, Louis Armstrong, the
Award-winning blues, soul, and Americana singer Shemekia Copeland possesses one of the most instantly recognizable and deeply soulful roots music voices of our time. She is beloved worldwide for the fearlessness, honesty, and humor of her revelatory music, as well as for delivering each song she performs with unmatched passion. Copeland — winner of the
The GRAMMY® nominated vocal supergroup, säje (rhymes with “beige”), is the brainchild of vocalist/composers Sara Gazarek, Amanda Taylor, Johnaye Kendrick, and Erin Bentlage. Born out of close friendship and deep admiration, these world-renowned artists, composers, and arrangers have come together to explore, create, and celebrate the music that moves them. As individuals, each artist has
“Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band feat Elliott Yamin, Eric Marienthal & Karen Briggs, make their return to JAS Cafe’ Series on Sunday, August 18 in support of their forthcoming Summer 2024 album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new
Jazz Aspen Snowmass is excited to announce the upcoming Winter JAS Cafe shows, held at The Little Nell on December 22nd & 23rd, January 5th & 6th & February 16th & 17th. The Nell will be offering select menu items during the Cafe performances - Sample menu below: Truffle Fries Sherry Aioli, Parmesan (GF) Petite
In anticipation of the Jose Luis De La Paz Trio performance at the JAS Cafe on July 9th, we take a look at the history of flamenco guitar. Learn more at Jose's performance, tickets available here. While flamenco dancing may be the most visually stunning aspect of a flamenco performance, the artform revolves completely around
If you are one of the lucky people to have tickets to see Dee Dee Bridgewater at the JAS Cafe on Aug. 12 you are in for quite a treat! Dee Dee is bringing her "Memphis Blues" show to Aspen, honoring her native city and roots, recapturing the magic and history of Memphis Blues, R&B,
