Thurs, 5/23: Jan Koenig Trio – Jan Koenig is a charismatic jazz vocalist who dazzles audiences all over Portland. She lights up the room with her sparkling, sultry, and smoky vocal jazz style. Joining her will be pianist and arranger, Bo Ayers, who has accompanied everyone from Elvis Presley, to Barbra Streisand, and female bassist, Andrea Niemiec, who has performed with such artists as Randy Porter. You are in for a delightful evening with this fabulous jazz trio! 8pm - $6. BUY TICKETS
Fri, 5/24: Adlai Alexander Trio – Adlai Alexander is an incomparable jazz vocalist, who’s soulful interpretations, and unusual jazz vocal style sets him apart from the mainstream. Adlai will be joined by groovin’ musicians, Kenny Morse on drums, and Steve Hall on organ. Join the Adali Alexander Trio for an exhilarating evening of jazz grooves! 8pm - $5 BUY TICKETS
Sat, 5/25: Dave Frishberg and Rebecca Kilgore -Renowned piano legend Dave Frishberg and wonderful singer Rebecca Kilgore are reuniting at Camellia Lounge for their fabulous show featuring songs from the Great American Songbook! This class act will dazzle you! 8pm - $10
Thurs, 5/30: “Women With Standards” – Jazz vocalists Lori Boone and Lura Griffiths are taking the town by storm with their “Women With Standards” band, and their eclectic, fanciful, and humorous selection of jazz tunes. Lori & Lura have their own distinct style, singing and swinging tunes from the Great American Songbook. They also sing jazz tunes from the‘60s to the present, some duets, and, SOME JAZZ YOU KNOW, SOME YOU DON'T. Joining them will be the fabulous, “Blueprints” band, with Matt Tabor, piano, Craig Snazelle, bass & Dave Averre , drums. This is going to be a fun night! 8pm - $7 BUY TICKETS
Fri, 5/31: Dan Wilensky Trio – Award winning saxophone player and educator, Dan Wilensky, who hails from NYC, quickly captures the audience with his colorful, sassy and poetic approach to the instrument. Dan has toured with Ray Charles, Steve Winwood, and Joan Baez, and has recorded with Santana and James Brown, among others. Joining him will be bassist and educator, Kevin Dietz, and legendary drummer and bandleader, Ron Steen. Be the first to hear this extraordinary jazz trio!! 8pm - $10. Includes CD. BUY TICKETS
June in the Camellia Lounge
Sat, 6/1: Gordon Lee Trio - Gordon Lee, award winning pianist and composer captivates audiences worldwide with his mesmerizing compositions and his outstanding interpretations of jazz standards. Gordon will be joined by educator & performer, Tim Gilson on bass, and stellar drummer and bandleader Ron Steen. You won’t want to miss these extraordinary musicians! 8pm - $7 BUY TICKETS
Mon, 6/3: Vocalists’ Jazz & Blues JAM! With Joe Millward on piano and drummer, Ron Steen. 7-9:30pm. $5. ages until 9:30pm BUY TICKETS
Tues, 6/4: Steve Christofferson on piano and Tom Wakeling on bass with David Evans on tenor sax, and Todd Strait on drums. What a great venue to see musicians of this caliber - these guys are rocking the house with some outstanding jazz that you NEED to hear! 7pm - $6 BUY TICKETS
Thurs, 6/6: The Ryan Wolfe Group - Ryan Wolfe is a singer/songwriter and jazz pianist from Portland who is currently based in Ann Arbor, MI. His music has a wide range of influences from Prince and Stevie Wonder, to Coldplay, to Björk, and he recently released his second EP of original compositions, which can be found on his newly launched website, ryanwolfemusic.com. Ryan is back home in Portland for the summer months to record a new album of music, and to perform his music alongside his favorite Portland musicians. Come out and hear this talented and vibrant ensemble! 8pm - $6 RESERVE TICKETS
Fri, 6/7: Jeff Baker Quintet - Called “…one of the best male vocalists in the jazz world today,” by WCLK in Atlanta, Jeff Baker has quickly become one of the most significant talents in the next generation of jazz vocalists. His diverse musical recordings, exciting live performances, and infectious energy and personality have gained him accolades from critics and listeners alike. Baker has headlined with Mose Allison, Kenny Werner, Darrell Grant, Karrin Allyson, & Nancy King among others. Joining him will be David Valdez- sax, Darryl Grant - piano, Dylan Sundstrum- bass, Jason Palmer- drums. This show will be smokin’! 8pm - $6. BUY TICKETS
Sat, 6/8: Dave Frishberg and Rebecca Kilgore -Renowned piano legend Dave Frishberg and wonderful singer Rebecca Kilgore are reuniting at Camellia Lounge for their fabulous show featuring songs from the Great American Songbook! This class act will dazzle you! 8pm - $10 BUY TICKETS
Mon, 6/10: Vocalists’ Jazz & Blues JAM! With Joe Millward on piano. 7-9:30pm. $5. ages until 9:30pm BUY TICKETS
Fri, 6/14: : Rich Halley Quartet – Rich Halley has been described in print as one of the world’s finest jazz tenor sax players! No saxophonist out there plays with more fire, muscle, shear guts or wild abandon than Halley. He will be joined by top notch musicians, Michael Vlatkovitch-trombone, Clyde Reed-bass, and Carson Halley-drums. The joint will be jumpin’! 9pm - $6 BUY TICKETS
Sat, 6/15: Diego Garcia - Spanish Guitar Wizard Diego García (aka El Twanguero) is well known in Europe and South America for his exotic mixture of Twang sounds and Root Music. His new album CARRETERAS SECUNDARIAS, was recorded in Buenos Aires (2012) and is a Solo Guitar album and was released in May 2013. This new album reflects travels from his native country Spain to North and South America. Diego is a master of his instrument and this show should not be missed. 8pm - $10. BUY TICKETS
Mon, 6/17: Vocalists’ Jazz & Blues JAM! With Joe Millward on piano and drummer, Ron Steen. 7-9:30pm. $5. ages until 9:30pm
Tues, 6/18: Christofferson, Wakeling, Strait & Evans - Steve Christofferson on piano and Tom Wakeling on bass with David Evans on tenor sax, and Todd Strait on drums. What a great venue to see musicians of this caliber - these guys are rocking the house with some outstanding jazz that you NEED to hear! 8pm - $6 BUY TICKETS
Thurs, 6/20: Paula Byrne, and Craig Bidondo -Charismatic vocalist Paula Byrne, and versatile pianist Craig Bidondo host a candlelight evening of jazz at the Camellia Lounge. From intimate to boisterous, sultry to sassy, this duet weaves classic standards with humor and grace. You are in for a treat! 8pm - $6 BUY TICKETS
Fri, 6/21: The Park Avenue Group – George Colligan-piano, Nicole Glover-sax, Jon Lakey-bass, Jon Huteson-drums, 8pm - $7. BUY TICKETS
Sat, 6/22: River Song - River Song is a Los Angeles-based quintet perform original compositions and arrangements that blend jazz and improvised music with western classical chamber and American folk music. “Sparse and beautiful… mesmerizing and strewn with hauntingly gorgeous vocals." (Jhanne Jasmine, Camellia Lounge), and "… a joyous blending of memorable compositions, artful orchestration, subtle improvisation, and fresh creative energy." (Art Lande, Grammy-nominated pianist). River Song includes Lauren Baba-viola/violin, Alina Roitstein-vocals, Andrew Rowan-cornet, Harrison Kirk-trombone, and Gregory Uhlmann-guitar. Don’t miss this uniquely captivating ensemble! 8pm - $10. BUY TICKETS
Mon, 6/24: Vocalists’ Jazz & Blues JAM! With Joe Millward on piano and drummer, Ron Steen. 7-9:30pm. $5. ages until 9:30pm
Thurs, 6/27: Circle 3 Trio with the great world renowned musicians David Friesen on bass, Greg Goebel on piano and Charlie Doggett on drums, what more do we need to say! 9pm - $6 BUY TICKETS
Fri, 6/28: The Blueprint Trio – Matt Tabor….. In 2012 the Blueprints Trio was formed with the intention of exploring original music. The band features compositions by all three of its members: Dave Averre, Craig Snazelle and Matt Tabor as well as new arrangements of standard jazz repertoire. The Blueprints Trio recently released their debut record “Blueprints” which can be found at www.blueprintstrio.com. This soulful and exciting ensemble is not to be missed! 8pm - $5 BUY TICKETS
Sat, 6/29: Anandi - An enthusiastic fan once told Anandi, “If I bring a date to your show, your music will make her fall in love.” With a name that means ‘bliss’ in Sanskrit, one could easily infer that Anandi was born to create music that is capable of putting the listener in a very pleasant state. With her silky voice, Anandi weaves such contemporary selections as (Mark Murphy's Stolen Moments) with lesser known standards (Undecided) and old soldiers (Teach Me Tonight).Anandi has performed as a jazz vocalist regularly in the Portland area for over a decade and performed in the 2013 PDX Jazz Fest. Her full spectrum repertoire also includes songs in French, Portuguese and Spanish. Joining Anandi will be Mike Horsfall on piano, and Bill Athens on bass. Catch this dynamic Trio! 8pm - $8. BUY TICKETS
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