Parker Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows
Fri, May 22
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!
This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society.
Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue
Sat, May 23
Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics.
The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz.
This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society.
Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue
Sun, May 24
Texas Jazz Society Presents…
The Bowie High School Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Jennifer Hanford.
This is an ongoing series presented by Parker Jazz Club in conjunction with the Texas Jazz Society to provide opportunities for local area high school programs to perform and raise money for their music programs. 100% of ticket sales go directly back to the high school! All of these concerts are livestreamed for family and friends for free. Please consider helping us support these fine young musicians!
Tue, May 26
Parker Jazz Club presents a special program celebrating the witty, wonderful music of American composer Cole Porter.
Enjoy an intimate evening of charming compositions by Porter as performed by the Parker House Band: Ryan Davis (piano), Ben Triesch (bass), Jeremy Bruch (drums), and Kris Kimura (woodwinds/vocals), featuring the lovely Jennifer Johnson (vocals). With lighting and sound engineer Mac McDonnell.
Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue
Wed, May 27
Let Emilie-Claire Barlow and her stellar band transport you with an evening of songbook classics, rhythmic bossa novas, elegant ballads, and French chanson, re-imagined in her distinctive style. In this new show, she presents some of her favourite pieces from La plus belle saison, her most recent project, a love letter to Québec and the soundtrack to a new chapter in her life.
Emilie-Claire Barlow’s generosity on stage, combined with the remarkable chemistry she has with her musicians, makes every performance a truly unique and unforgettable experience. This is a perfect opportunity to discover (or rediscover) this exceptional artist, full of charm, humour, sophistication and a voice of unforgettable beauty.
Emilie-Claire Barlow is not only an exceptional singer, but also a talented arranger, producer, and band leader. With over 500 million online streams and an impressive discography of 14 albums, she has made a significant imprint on the Canadian music scene, receiving numerous awards including one Félix and two JUNO Awards.
Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue