The Jazz Kitchen

Head-bopping rhythm and grooves continue Indy Jazz Fest Sunset Series with Steve Turre, Marquis Hill, and MonoNeon! https://mailchi.mp/thejazzkitchen/swingin-rhythm-grooves-continue-the-indy-jazz-fest-sunset-series-with-steve-turre-marquis-hill-mononeon

🎷 Get ready for a weekend of post-fusion jazz with Jeff Lorber, Paul Jackson Jr., and Everette Harp! This powerhouse trio is bringing the jazz, funk, and soul to The Jazz Kitchen on September 13th and 14th. You won’t want to miss these two nights of contemporary jazz excellence! 🎸🎶

Link: https://www.instantseats.com/?fuseaction=home.venue&artistID=23407&venueID=222

Jeff Lorber
Paul Jackson Jr.
Everette

Cathy Morris Music brings everything to the stage on September 15! A blending of genres and imaginative arrangements that will have you on the edge of your seat!

Don't miss out and get your tickets now at www.thejazzkitchen.com

Cathy Morris

🎺 Experience the big band sounds of the Serenade Jazz Orchestra at The Jazz Kitchen on September 10th! From Basie to Maynard, this 16-piece ensemble will take you on a musical journey through swing, rock, Latin, and blues. Don’t miss this classic big band experience! 🎷

Link: https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=C6982373-E617-1E0D-BAFF3AB2471CB486

The Serenade Jazz Orchestra

Latin Night at The Jazz Kitchen
Teresa Reynolds
The Slick Tones
The Wickliff Project
Stephen Helpling

TICKETS: https://thejazzkitchen.com/shows/

🎉 Celebrate the Labor Day Street Fair - Presented by The Jazz Kitchen and Yats at the corner of 54th & College Avenue in Indianapolis this coming Monday, September 2nd, 2-8p

Join us for a day filled with music, food, and fun community vibes.

🎟 Sign-up for the drawing to WIN a pair of tickets to the Indy Jazz Fest Grand Finale!

Catch live performances from ...

🎹 Pavel and Direct Contact - 2:30-4p

🎤 The Divas!! - 4:30-6p
Brenda Williams, Wendy Reed,
Yvonne Allu, and Sandy Lomax

🎷 Rob Dixon and Trilogy - 6:30-8p

Presented by The Jazz Kitchen & Yats, this is an event you won’t want to miss! 🎶🍴

Pavel & Direct Contact
BRENDA WILLIAMS ENTERTAINMENT
Wendy Reed Vocalist
Yvonne Allu
Sandy Lomax
Rob Dixon
Richard Sleepy Floyd
Reggie Bishop
Leah Crane
Leah Crane, Vocalist
Rich Cohen

Meridian-Kessler Neighborhood
Broad Ripple / SoBro

Yats
Joe Vuskovich

🎵Take a listen and enjoy this curated playlist of compilation of UPCOMING September performers at The Jazz Kitchen!

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5MOVKH3z2hNuGmpnQns7PV?si=8e266f5a9b804ea2

🎶 Join us for an intimate evening with The Wickliff Project, featuring Dion & Sue Wickliff, on Sep 8th at The Jazz Kitchen. With a lineup that includes soulful vocals, dynamic percussion, and rich guitar and bass lines, this performance promises to be a memorable one. 🎤🎸

Link: https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=0A2667F0-CBA3-69D1-CF76A7D36429A378

Wickliff

🎤 Get ready for a night of pure musical energy with Teresa Reynolds & The Slicktones at The Jazz Kitchen on September 7th! Combining pop, R&B, jazz, and disco, this band will have you dancing from start to finish. Don’t miss this dynamic group as they light up the stage! 🌟

Link: https://www.instantseats.com/?fuseaction=home.venue&artistID=23834&venueID=222

Teresa Reynolds
The Slick Tones

Leading ladies Kandace Springs, Bria Skonberg, & Lakecia Benjamin kick-off Indy Jazz Fest Sunset Series this September! https://mailchi.mp/thejazzkitchen/leading-ladies-kandace-springs-bria-skonberg-lakecia-benjamin-kick-off-indy-jazz-fest-sunset-series

RIP Jimmy Guilford

This week on Echoes of Indiana Avenue, hear a tribute to the famed Indianapolis soul singer Jimmy Guilford, who passed away earlier this month.

📻 Tune in for on Sundays at 7 p.m. and Thursdays at 8 p.m. 90.1
📲 Stream anytime with the podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/EchoesWFYI
🎧 at WFYI.ORG/LISTEN
🗣️ Tell your smart speaker to play WFYI

Jimmy Guilford started his career singing doo-wop on the streets of Indiana Avenue. His talents would eventually carry him to the Apollo Theater in New York, the nightclubs of Las Vegas, and the recording studios of Detroit, where Jimmy cut a series of classic soul singles.

Guilford’s career in Indianapolis spanned over six decades of music making. He worked with some of the greatest music legends in Indianapolis, from the jazz icon Wes Montgomery to the rock and roll star Thurston Harris.

We’ll share a 2019 interview Guilford recorded with WFYI’s Kyle Long, along with rare singles he recorded with the Lamplighters and Four Sounds.

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🎤 Don’t miss an unforgettable night of “Indy-Soul” with Bashiri Asad at The Jazz Kitchen! Known as the "Everyday Soul Singer," Bashiri's powerful voice and soulful melodies are sure to captivate. Join us on September 6th for a night that celebrates soul, passion, and pure musicality. 🌟

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The Official Bashiri Asad Fan Page

Celebrate Shawn McGowan's Album Release Party "Vista" this Friday for 2 shows! https://mailchi.mp/thejazzkitchen/shawn-mcgowan-debuts-his-newest-album-vista-this-friday

Indy, Rob Dixon presents.....Wah Wah & Whatnot: A Love Note To Jazz, this Wednesday, August 28, at 7 PM for Watch Out Wednesday! 🎉 Wah Wah & Whatnot explores the contours and creative boundaries of jazz improvisation and poetry by blending live instrumentation and spoken word poetry. Join us for a carefully curated evening of creativity and fun featuring musical and poetic tributes to various Jazz icons and history.

Featuring Lazana Kazembe (spoken word), Rob Dixon (saxophone), Brandon Meeks Music (bass), and Richard Sleepy Floyd (drums). Reserve your seats today. https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=6D11BB09-C0A2-D377-9E8FF177CC79F61D🏃🎫

Yvonne Allu
Lasana D. Kazembe
Rob Dixon
Richard Sleepy Floyd
Brandon Meeks Music
Latin Night at The Jazz Kitchen
Shawn McGowan
Jeffery Thomas II
Bluewater Kings Band

TICKETS: https://thejazzkitchen.com/shows/

Dear family, friends, and fans of Russell Malone,

We at The Jazz Kitchen and the Indianapolis jazz community are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of guitar great Russell Malone. An amazing guitarist and equally kind, upbeat, and vibrant individual, he touched many lives through his music and attitude. His music and creativity will live on.

As an admirer of Indianapolis great Wes Montgomery, Russell frequently visited Indianapolis. In 2016 and again in 2023, he took part in Indy Jazz Fest festivities honoring Wes' legacy. Last year was extra special as Russell spent the week performing shows around the Midwest, dining with us, and getting to know the fine people of Indy.

Russell also visited several times with his projects, always leaving a memorable musical and personal impression. He engaged his audiences, always including them in his remarkable artistry. His live performance of "Alfie" here at The Jazz Kitchen is one of those musical moments that remains fresh in our minds—a testament to his artistic greatness and impact on his audience. We are better for it.

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his wife, family, friends, and all those who cherished him during this challenging time.

R.I.P. Russell Malone

📷 Mark Sheldon-A Photographer

The music world mourns the loss of acclaimed jazz guitarist Russell Malone WBGO's Doug Doyle reports on the death of celebrated guitarist Russell Malone, who died Friday, August 23 at the age of 60

Indy Jazz Fest Sunset Series continues with Marquis Hill, Steve Turre, & MonoNeon! https://mailchi.mp/thejazzkitchen/indy-jazz-fest-sunset-series-continues-with-marquis-hill-steve-turre-mononeon

Rob Dixon presents...

Wah Wah & Whatnot: A Love Note to Jazz

Blending live instrumentation and spoken word poetry, Wah Wah & Whatnot explores the contours and creative boundaries of jazz improvisation and poetry. Join us for a carefully curated evening of creativity and fun featuring musical and poetic tributes to various Jazz icons and history.

Featuring: (spoken word); (saxophone); (bass); Richard Sleepy Floyd (drums)

Reserve your seats today. https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=6D11BB09-C0A2-D377-9E8FF177CC79F61D🎉🏃🎫

Official Indy Jazz Fest Kick-Off Celebration | 7:30p - 12:30a
PRESENTED BY VAN RIPER - WOODARD FAMILY FOUNDATION
7 Bands | 50+ Artists

$50 for entry | 1/2 priced after 10p (at door only)
Food Buffet: 6-9p at $20pp
Note: The regular Jazz Kitchen menu will not be available

An unforgettable evening featuring an extensive mix of notable Indianapolis jazz performers. The ultimate jazz hang and all-star affair. Mingle, listen, and support Indy Jazz Fest!

Times and line-up subject to change 😃

INDIANA ALL-STATE JAZZ COMBO - 7:30 - 8p
Directed by Chris Drabyn

FREDDIE HUBBARD TRIBUTE
featuring INDIANAPOLIS JAZZ COLLECTIVE - 8:10 - 8:50p
Pharez Whitted, Derrick Gardner, Rob Dixon, Steve Allee, Kenny Phelps, Nick Tucker

VOCALEASE - 9 - 9:30p
Wendy Reed, Sandy Lomax, Rebecca Rafla, Emma Hedrick

BASHIRI ASAD - 9:40 - 10:10p

THE BLUE SIDE - 10:20 - 10:50p
featuring Tad Robinson, Gordon Bonham, Goldie Ingram, Kevin Anker, Reggie Bishop, Kenny Phelps, Rob Dixon

PAVEL & DIRECT CONTACT - 11 - 11:40p
Pavel Polanco-Safadit, Leah Crane, Steve Dokken, Matt McGraw, Gerardo Beccera, Rich Cohen, Vic Luna, David Allee

• SleepyNap AFRO-BEAT EXPERIENCE - 11:50p - 12:30a

Steve Allee Music Rob Dixon Rob Dixon Tad Robinson Gordon Bonham Blues Band Richard Sleepy Floyd Goldie Ingram Pavel & Direct Contact Pavel Polanco-Safadit Leah Crane Leah Crane, Vocalist David Allee Rich Cohen Steve Dokken Reggie Bishop Sandy Lomax SANDY LOMAX Emma Hedrick Jazz Valerie Phelps Pharez Whitted Derrick Gardner & The Jazz Prophets Rebecca Rafla Steve Allee Music Steve Allee

Sponsors

Citizens Energy Group OneAmerica Financial Eskenazi Health IU Health Lilly Endowment, Inc. Gilley's Antique & Decorator Mall Taft Law Scofield Digital Storytelling National Endowment for the Arts Indy Arts Council Indiana Arts Commission WICR WFYI IndyStar Visit Indy Visit Indiana

Cool City Jazz
Toy Factory
Latin Night at The Jazz Kitchen
DANIEL WEATHERSPOON
Richard Sleepy Floyd
Pavel Polanco-Safadit
Pavel & Direct Contact
Monika Herzig

TICKETS: https://thejazzkitchen.com/shows/

Don't miss your chance to catch chart-topping artist Daniel Weatherspoon this weekend Friday, August 23! https://mailchi.mp/thejazzkitchen/chart-topping-keyboardist-daniel-weatherspoon-this-weekend

TONIGHT, SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 5:30P, DOUBLE THE JAZZ & SOUL WITH OPAL & ISAIAH!

This show-stopping act has provided stunning performances at national celebrations and venues worldwide! Opal Staples Music, a member of the iconic musical family The Staples Singers, is a force of nature with a presence that commands any stage! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Isaiah Sharkey is an American guitarist, singer-songwriter, producer, and Grammy Award winner! Currently, Isaiah performs with Robert Glasper and has performed with John Mayer, Patti LaBelle, Chris Martin, Paul Simon, Corinne Bailey Rae, Mike Posner, Keith Urban, Brian McKnight, Boyz II Men, Lalah Hathaway, among others. 🏆

Click below to reserve your seats. Prime seating is still available. 🎫🎉
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🎹👑 Celebrate a decade of groundbreaking jazz with Monika Herzig's Sheroes on August 25 at 6:30PM!
This all-female ensemble, led by prolific pianist and composer Monika Herzig, has been challenging stereotypes and elevating women in jazz for 10 years. Experience their latest project, "All In Good Time," featuring iconic composers and players.
Who's your favorite female jazz musician? Share in the comments!

🎟️ Don't miss this empowering night of jazz. Reserve your spot:
https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.event&eventID=CA2CA951-0EA9-8424-4354331363002388