Justin Mandel plays at Bar Botellón

Jazz Guitar

Nick Rolfe & Co. performs at the 1905

Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p

After Six performs at Wilf's

Easy jazz with Graham on piano! After Six combines the musical talents of some of the finest jazz musicians in the Northwest. After Six as been entertaining the region with the music of Ellington, Gershwin, Arlen, Mercer, Rogers, Hefti and many other jazz and blues luminaries for 25 years. Our band members exhibit extraordinary improvisational musicianship at both public and private venues.

Sherwood Summer Jazz is at the Sherwood Center for the Arts

SSJ Big Band with James Miley - 2:00p

Matt Wilson - 7:00p

Lori Boone plays at Sabor Latino

• Lori Boone - vocals
• Patrick Carr - Keys
• Perry Thoorsell - bass

Jazz Interlude Quartet performs at the Burlingame Space

• Joe McCarthy — Special Guest, Trumpet
• Eric Austin — Saxophone
• Kathy James — Keys
• Fred Ingram — Drums
• Steve Morgan — Bass

Barbara Lusch & Friends play at Wilf's

Cathedral Park Jazz Festival Kickoff Event is at the Heathman Hotel

We're presenting a jazz vocalist, Gina Saputo, in an intimate trio setting.

This event is free to Jazz Society members. JSO VIP members get free food and one drink. General admission is $25.

Tommy Whiteside plays at the Rosebud Theater

Tommy Whiteside's "The Majician" Album Release Show

Christopher Woitach Quartet plays at Jo Bar

Early Show - Jazz in the Garder with Tyler Waltner - 4:00p to 7:00p

Piano Bar with Bo Ayars is at Arrivederci's

Farnell Newton and "The Soul of Jazz" is at the 1905

Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p

• Farnell Newton - trumpet
• Tyrone Hendrix - drums
• JP Downer - bass
• Michael Elson - keys
• Kyle Molitor - trombone

They present "The Music of Donald Byrd"

Ron Steen Vocal Jazz Jam is at Wilf's

• Ellen Vanderslice
• Patrick Carr
• Xylyn Hathaway
• Ron Steen

As a songwriter, Ellen Vanderslice deftly covers a variety of moods, penning jazz, country and silly showtune songs of love, loss and longing. Her award-winning tunes have been recorded by some of Portland’s great jazz vocalists, including Rebecca Kilgore, Marilyn Keller, Amandah Jantzen and Tom Grant.

Marilyn Keller sings at Jo Bar

John Jaqua plays Solo Piano at Wilf's

Chuck Israels Jazz Orchestra plays at Jack London

Chuck Israels, revered as one of the preeminent bassists in the world, GRAMMY winner has performed and recorded with Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Herbie Hancock, John Coltrane, Bud Powell, Coleman Hawkins, Stan Getz, Bill Evans, J.J. Johnson, Rosemary Clooney, Tony Williams, Eric Dolphy, Jim Hall, Patti Austin, Gary Burton, George Russell, the Kronos String Quartet, and countless others.

Ron Steen Band plays at Arrivederci's

• George Mitcfhell
• Phil Baker
• Renato Caranto
• Ron Steen

Mel Brown Trio plays at Salty's on the Columbia

Mike Phillips performs at the Jack London Review

World renowned saxophonist Mike Phillips is known as one of the most electrifying instrumentalists today. Mike is the first musician signed by Michael Jordan to the NikeJordan Brand, home of the Air Jordan, and is the only musician in the world to have recorded and toured with the legendary“Big Three”of American soul and pop music:Michael Jackson, Prince, and Stevie Wonder, not only as a member of the band, but as a featured soloist.

Malea and The Tourists play at Wilf's

What a fun way to end your working week than with The Tourists!

Malea has a special way of engaging listeners of all ages regardless of their age or genre preference. She delivers each of her songs with a touch of soulful vulnerability along with a powerful and expressive quality that unfolds and lingers on, leaving you with an unforgettable performance.

46th Annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is in St. Johns

The Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is live for our 46th anniversary of this landmark jazz festival! The event will be held from July 17th to the 19th  2026.

Paula Byrne Trio performs at Sabor Latino

• Paula Byrne, vocals
• Christopher Woitach, guitar
• Tim Gilson, bass

Sophia Bornstein 6/8 Quartet plays at Jazz at the Core

• Sophia Bornstein
• Shawn Cross
• Ron Steen
• With guest appearance by Amber Anderson

Tony Pacini Trio plays at Conway's House of Jazz

• Tony Pacini
• Ed Bennett
• Tim Rap

Della Simone Quartet Covers Anita O’Day at Jo Bar

Jack Radsliff Trio plays at Christo's in Salem

• Jack Radsliff, guitar + compositions
• Christian Ramirez, bass
• Micah Hummel, drums

Elise Franklin Quartet performs at the Commonwealth Pub in Bend

Jammin’ with Steve Christofferson is at Restaurant 503

• Steve Christofferson, piano
• Kathleen Hollingsworth, vocals & piano
• Bill Athens, bass
• Brent Follis, drums

Every Wednesday evening jazz pianist Steve Christofferson leads a jam session with a rotating cast of instrumentalists and vocalists. Rain or shine, all ages.

Ron Steen Vocal Jazz Jam is at Wilf's

• Laura Stilwell on vocals
• Todd Marston
• Dave Captein
• Max Tucker
• Ron Steen

Bluesnik Organ Trio plays at Jo Bar

Barney Stein plays solo Piano at Wilf's

Barney is active in Portland musical theatre, beyond talented and entertaining.

Experience the incredible talent and entertainment of Barney, a standout in Portland’s musical theatre scene!

Mel Brown B3 Organ Group perform at the Jack London

"If this band appeared in New York City, they'd be a sensation!"That was guitar great--and one-time Mel Brown bandmate George Benson's reaction after hearing the Mel Brown B-3 Organ Group back in 2003.

Blue Soul Jazz plays at the Commonwealth Pub in Bend

This is a Jazz Jam event

SoulJazz Collective Featuring Nick Milo play at the 1905

Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p

• Kevin Deitz - bass
• Nick Milo - piano/keys
• Richard Smith - guitar
• LaRhonda Steele - vocals
• John Bishop - drums

Classics and originals from the Great American Soul Songbook.

Nick Milo's career has brought him into the role of long-time music director for

legendary musicians from Joe Cocker and Maria Muldaur to Tower of Power.

Rita Marquez Bossa Nova and Beyond play at Bar Botellón

Charlie Porter Quintet plays at the 1905

Two Shows - 6:30p and 8:30p