Parker Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows
Wed, Oct 14
piano & vocals - Rique Pantoja
sax / flute - Jake Lampe
bass - Ismael Ciriaco
guitar - Dave Scher
drums - Lucio Vieira
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Rique Pantoja is a celebrated Brazilian jazz pianist, composer, and educator now based in Austin, Texas.
Rique has performed with icons like Chet Baker, Carlos Santana, Gloria Estefan and Brazilian pop legends Milton Nascimento, Gilberto Gil, Ivan Lins and Djavan. Known for his innovative jazz style, rich harmonic textures, and global collaborations, Rique is a standout voice in today’s music world.
Fri, Oct 16
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, Oct 17
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
Tue, Oct 20
The Texas State University Jazz Studies program prides itself on providing an intensive, nurturing environment that emphasizes student-faculty interaction and encourages its diverse student population to find their own voices as performers. Proximity to both Austin and San Antonio enables students to pursue external performance opportunities that enhance their education. The jazz faculty comprises first-call players who help students network as they transition into a full-time careers in performance, composition, and education.
The Texas State University Jazz Faculty performs advanced arrangements of contemporary popular music in various styles, under the direction of Dr. Utah Hamrick. All ages welcome.