In 2017, Monte Warden announced his new Americana project, Monte Warden and the Dangerous Few, a critically acclaimed project of all-original material showcasing Warden’s writing and vocals in the Jazz / Traditional Pop genre that Paste Magazine dubbed “The Great Americana Songbook,” while noting “Warden has created a sound that never before existed.” KUTX opined, “Imagine Gene Vincent singing Cole Porter.” The 2020 debut album received worldwide critical praise as well as first-ballot Grammy nominations in six categories, including Best Americana Album and Album of the Year. Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Parker Jazz Club Owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura plays clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn! His award winning vocals are featured while he explores the timeless music of the American Songbook. Think Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Frank Sinatra... This is the "house band" and is sure to entertain with jazz standards, wonderful arrangements, ridiculous stories, and a whole lotta fun. THIS will be a swingin' affair! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Two masterful guitarists. One unforgettable night. Join Pulkingham Layne—Darin Layne on seven-string guitar and David Pulkingham on six-string guitar—on Sunday, September 21 at Parker Jazz Club for a mesmerizing evening of genre-blending music. Drawing from jazz, Brazilian choro, classical, folk, and contemporary influences, this duo delivers stunning virtuosity, deep musical chemistry, and captivating storytelling through every note. They’ll be performing selections from all four of their acclaimed full-length albums—including their latest release, Free Advice—offering a dynamic journey through their evolving sound. Reserve your table now—seating is limited and this show will sell out.
Please join us at Parker Jazz Club in raising funds for Austin's HAAM. Ticket sales will be donated to HAAM and there we be ways to donate directly at the venue as well. HAAM is very important to Austin musicians and Parker Jazz Club the Elephant Room are all participating this year... both jazz venues are working together to try and raise as much as possible for this wonderful organization! This year, we are presenting TWO FANTASTIC BIG BANDS in one night! The Wasabi Big Band & The Copa Kings will both be performing. This is going to be a great night for an even greater cause! Let us entertain you while raising funds for one of our favorites!
Jacob Khalil is a New York City singer, pianist, and songwriter known for his joyous original songs and “a voice that soothes the soul” (FOX 5 TV). From performing on Saturday Night Live with Sam Smith to headlining sold out shows at Birdland, Jacob has covered a lot of ground — being called “affable and sunny” by The New Yorker and “iconic” by Fox 5 TV. His music has a rich jazz influence matched with a fresh modern sensibility, drawing comparisons to John Legend and Harry Connick Jr. Since moving to New York City in 2020, Jacob has been a regular headliner at Birdland Jazz Club where his performances have been hailed as “a joyful experience of the music, with patrons clapping along and swaying in their chairs…” (Broadway World) Jacob’s live shows move between heartfelt originals, crowd winning improvisation, and inventive interpretations of modern classics. Jacob’s style resonates with fans of jazz-influenced artists like Jacob Collier and singer-songwriters such as Ben Rector. Originally from Houston, TX, Jacob honed his craft in New York City's piano bars, jazz clubs, and professional choirs, which continue to shape his unique sound. He regularly performs at iconic venues like Birdland, City Winery, 54 Below, Mercury Lounge, The Cutting Room, and Minton’s, among others. Jacob's debut album, "Rest Of My Life" drops this summer, followed by a U.S. tour.
The Fall Kickoff Aubrey Logan is back at Parker Jazz Club—and she’s bringing her trademark blend of powerhouse vocals, lightning-fast trombone solos, and laugh-out-loud wit. Backed by her Slightly Bigger than Average Band, this fall kickoff show promises a genre-defying evening that swings from jazz to funk to soul in the blink of an eye. If you’ve never seen Aubrey live, this is the perfect chance to find out why audiences from Boston to Berlin can’t get enough.
Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Parker Jazz Club Owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura plays clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn! His award winning vocals are featured while he explores the timeless music of the American Songbook. Think Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Frank Sinatra... This is the "house band" and is sure to entertain with jazz standards, wonderful arrangements, ridiculous stories, and a whole lotta fun. THIS will be a swingin' affair! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Nat "King" Cole was an American singer, jazz pianist, and actor. Cole's career as a jazz and pop vocalist started in the late 1930s and spanned almost three decades where he found success and recorded over 100 songs that became hits on the pop charts. Join Kris Kimura and the Parker Jazz Club House band as they explore the music performed by Nat "King" Cole. This will be an evening of some of his biggest hits--as well as tunes that weren't huge commercial hits, but fantastic music regardless! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Andy James is a stirring vocalist out of the jazz tradition who spent many years as an acclaimed flamenco dancer based in Madrid, and traveled across the globe with some of the genre's most acclaimed musicians and performers. With her latest album, “Happy People,” James continues to defy categorization, blending genres and collaborating with an ensemble of musical virtuosos from the worlds of jazz & flamenco. This in combination with the brilliant wizardry of the band promises to deliver an unforgettable night. After many years as an internationally acclaimed flamenco dancer, based in Madrid, and traveling the globe with some of the genre’s most acclaimed musicians and performers, Andy James made an artful transition into jazz, both as a singer of heartfelt originals and stellar interpreter of timeless classics and cool renditions of the Great American Songbook era and beyond. In the ever-evolving tapestry of music, few tales resonate as profoundly as that of Andy James. Emerging from Australia and currently living in Las Vegas, NV, James is not just a name; she's an experience, a confluence of dance, song, and soul that traces its roots back to familial ties and an indomitable spirit. Andy spent many years as an acclaimed flamenco dancer based in Madrid and traveled across the globe with some of the genre's most acclaimed musicians and performers. Some of her many collaborations with dancer and choreographer Antonio Canales, Dancer Rafael Amargo and guitarists Paco de Lucia and Ramon Jimenez among others. For all her accolades in the realm of jazz, James' journey remains one of evolution and exploration. With her latest album, “Happy People,” James continues to defy categorization, blending genres and collaborating with an ensemble of musical virtuosos. In a world where commercialism often overshadows authenticity, Andy James stands as a beacon of artistic integrity. Her journey from the Flamenco stages of Milan to the jazz clubs worldwide is a testament to her versatility and a poignant reminder of music's transformative power. With each performance and each album, James reaffirms her place among the pantheon of jazz greats, leaving an indelible mark on the musical landscape and captivating audiences with her unparalleled artistry. LINE UP Andy James & Jon Cowherd All Stars Andy James | Vocals Jon Cowherd | Piano Alex Acũna | Percussion Piero Pata | flamenco Percussion & Jaleos John Ellis | Sax Chico Pinheiro | Guitar Vincente Archer | Bass Clarence Penn | Drums
Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Parker Jazz Club Owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura plays clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn! His award winning vocals are featured while he explores the timeless music of the American Songbook. Think Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Frank Sinatra... This is the "house band" and is sure to entertain with jazz standards, wonderful arrangements, ridiculous stories, and a whole lotta fun. THIS will be a swingin' affair! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Acclaimed saxophonist Woody Witt is thrilled to announce the release of his latest CD, “Awakening.” Recorded in São Paulo with an exceptional Brazilian band, “Awakening” is a vibrant exploration of modern jazz infused with traditional Brazilian rhythms and melodies. “Awakening” features a blend of original compositions by Woody Witt and pianist Felipe Silveira, as well as lesser-known gems from the Brazilian songbook. The album channels the energy of Miles Davis’s mid-60s quintet while embracing the rich tapestry of Brazilian musical traditions, creating a sound that is both timeless and refreshingly contemporary. The lineup includes Felipe Silveira on piano, Daniel D’Alcantara on trumpet and flugelhorn, Thiago Alves on bass, and Paulinho Vicente on drums, with Woody Witt leading on tenor saxophone. Together, they deliver a wide-ranging musical journey that balances free-flowing improvisation with intricate arrangements. “I’m incredibly proud of how ‘Awakening’ turned out,” said Witt. “It’s a celebration of the musical conversations between jazz and Brazilian music, and I think listeners will really feel that spirit.”
Welcome Bobby Sparks returns to Parker Jazz Club! Corsicana, Texas born SPARKCHILD, Bobby Sparks II is a multi-talented Artist, Musician, and Producer who boasts a long list of career accomplishments. Having recorded with and traveled the world sharing stages with Prince, Tower of Power, Snarky Puppy, Herbie Hancock, Ray Charles, Nelly Furtado, Marcus Miller, Kirk Franklin. St. Vincent and a host of other notable artists and celebrities, his influence on music and personalities is far reaching. SHAYLA on Sax This captivating songstress and multi-instrumentalist takes you on a musical journey. Shayla's stage presence brings life to the room in her funky grooves yet also providing a space for relaxation with her smooth jazz vocals and playing. Her original music paired with crowd favorite covers tunes offers a diverse set list connecting to any audience. Shaylas’ smooth and graceful voice, flute playing, alongside her rich sonorous tone on the saxophone resonates through melodic phrasing. She relates to her audience in each performance sharing stories of life experiences in love, triumph and social justice. This is a show not to be missed!
Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Parker Jazz Club Owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura plays clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn! His award winning vocals are featured while he explores the timeless music of the American Songbook. Think Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Frank Sinatra... This is the "house band" and is sure to entertain with jazz standards, wonderful arrangements, ridiculous stories, and a whole lotta fun. THIS will be a swingin' affair! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
"Finding Beauty" Singer, songwriter and entertainer extraordinaire Ann Hampton Callaway makes her triumphant return to Austin Cabaret Theatre! She opened our very first season, 25 years ago, and (just like then) we're presenting her the way we like best--seated at the Steinway and regaling us with songs, stories, standards, and "Ann-dards;" her own gorgeous compositions! Come see how the Tony-nominated, platinum-selling Ann Hampton Callaway will have you "Finding Beauty" in this spectacular evening!
Join us monthly as we “Celebrate Sinatra.” Every month will we will be bringing you a new show with both hits you’ll remember as well as a deep dive into the Sinatra songbook with stories and anecdotes surrounding the songs and recordings. Charismatic crooner Bryan Anthony keeps the legacy of the Great Gentlemen of Song (especially Sinatra) alive and well in his immensely satisfying and sweetly nostalgic performances. A veteran vocalist of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, and Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Anthony provides stunning homages to the Swing Era for contemporary audiences. Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
In 2017, Monte Warden announced his new Americana project, Monte Warden and the Dangerous Few, a critically acclaimed project of all-original material showcasing Warden’s writing and vocals in the Jazz / Traditional Pop genre that Paste Magazine dubbed “The Great Americana Songbook,” while noting “Warden has created a sound that never before existed.” KUTX opined, “Imagine Gene Vincent singing Cole Porter.” The 2020 debut album received worldwide critical praise as well as first-ballot Grammy nominations in six categories, including Best Americana Album and Album of the Year. Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Parker Jazz Club Owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura plays clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn! His award winning vocals are featured while he explores the timeless music of the American Songbook. Think Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Frank Sinatra... This is the "house band" and is sure to entertain with jazz standards, wonderful arrangements, ridiculous stories, and a whole lotta fun. THIS will be a swingin' affair! Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue