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Monks Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows

Amina Scott Quartet

Amina Scott Quartet

Sat, May 30

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Amina Scott Quartet! Amina Scott – Bass Jalen Baker – Vibraphone Dayne Reliford – Piano Gavin Moolchan – Drums Amina Scott, born and raised in Oakland, CA, is an upright and electric bassist, composer, and arranger. Her interest in music began at an early age when her grandmother began giving her piano lessons. From then, her love and passion for music has yet to cease, playing electric bass at the age of twelve and was soon playing gigs with local bands in Oakland. In Oakland, Amina has ties to the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music (OPCM) which was started by trombonist Angela Wellman to provide arts and music classes to the Oakland community in an economical way. Through OPCM, Amina was able to take her skills to Lima, Peru to be part a of a group that represented the United States at the first Festival of Music and Dance in the African Diaspora where she played various concerts around Lima and held seminars discussing the music of the African Diaspora in the United States. In 2017, Amina joined the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra led by Adonis Rose. Now based in New Orleans, Amina leads her own band and she has performed with various artists including Dee Dee Bridgewater, Steve Turre, Wessell “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Nicholas Payton, David Murray, Jamison Ross, Joanne Brackeen, Don Vappie, Herlin Riley, Christian Scott Atunde Adjuah, and more. NEW ADDRESS | 310 E SAINT ELMO ROAD AUSTIN TX 78745 Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! First Show: Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:15pm, Show at 9:30pm.

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The 4th Annual Rich Harney Jazz Festival

The 4th Annual Rich Harney Jazz Festival

Sun, May 31

The annual Rich Harney Jazz Festival celebrates musician and prolific jazz composer Rich Harney. Now in it's 4th year, this year's concerts will feature dynamic ensembles playing Rich's original tunes at Monks Jazz. We hope you will join us for this special early afternoon concert. Come in honor and memory of our great friend, swingin' composer, and beloved community member, Rich Harney, and to enjoy some truly great homegrown jazz. ~ with ~ The Daniel Durham Quintet featuring Daniel Durham – Musical Director, Bass Sam Lipman – Woodwinds Marcus Graf – Brass Ryan Davis – Piano Michael Longoria – Drums Solo Piano from Ross Margitza The Alex Coke Quintet featuring Alex Coke – Saxophone and Flutes Bruce Saunders – Guitar Andy Langham – Piano Michael Stevens – Bass Masumi Jones – Drums Can't be there but want to donate to the future of the festival? Please visit: https://www.texasjazzsociety.org/donate and designate your donation to Rich Harney's Memory NEW ADDRESS | 310 E SAINT ELMO ROAD AUSTIN TX 78745 Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 1:45 PM.
Amanda Bellitto Sextet

Amanda Bellitto Sextet

Sun, May 31

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Amanda Bellitto Sextet! Amanda Bellitto – Vocals Paulo Santos – Saxophone Thomas Wenglinski – Piano Matt Berger – Guitar Nick Davis –Bass Zach Kursman – Drums – Featuring Guest Artist Kimbo on Violin Originally hailing from Fairfield, Connecticut, Amanda Bellitto is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and educator currently based in Austin TX. Starting early on with a formal training in jazz, she studied with luminaries such as Sheila Jordan. She has built a career spanning many genres including folk, bluegrass and pop. Her artistic pursuits have led to performances across the United States and Australia. NEW ADDRESS | 310 E SAINT ELMO ROAD, UNIT B AUSTIN TX 78745 Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm.
Marco Antonio Santos | IN RAIN/BOWS

Marco Antonio Santos | IN RAIN/BOWS

Tue, Jun 02

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Marco Antonio Santos | IN RAIN/BOWS!


Marco Antonio Santos – Guitar, Arrangements

Phil Spencer – Bass

Brennan Howell – Drums


Camille Schiess – Violin

Kimbo – Violin

Diana Burgess – Cello


IN RAIN/BOWS is a project created by guitarist Marco Antonio Santos to explore the music of Radiohead through new arrangements shaped by jazz and chamber music influences. The sextet brings together two trios: guitar, bass, and drums alongside a string trio of two violins and cello.


Each musician approaches the music as a collaborator and arranger, resulting in performances that are always fresh, spontaneous, and rich in texture. The string players bring a modern edge, incorporating effects pedals, extended techniques, and open-ended improvisation. The result is a dialogue between jazz, rock, and classical traditions, centered on the intricate and compelling music of one of the most influential bands of the past 35 years.


The setlist spans Radiohead’s entire discography, and every musician has moments to be featured throughout the performance.


Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm.

Bruce Saunders | Wes Montgomery Birthday Celebration

Bruce Saunders | Wes Montgomery Birthday Celebration

Wed, Jun 03

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Bruce Saunders | Wes Montgomery Birthday Celebration!


Bruce Saunders – Guitar

James Suter – Bass

Daniel Dufour – Drums


Bruce Saunders is a guitarist, composer and educator currently residing in Austin, TX. After receiving his Masters degree in jazz/classical guitar from the University of North Texas in 1986 he moved to New York City where he was a resident until late 2013. During his tenure in NY he recorded, performed and toured with some of the worlds best jazz musicians. Since moving to Austin he has played with many of the world class jazz musicians in the city and state. Saunders is currently a lecturer at the University of Texas/Austin’s Butler School of Music where he teaches private guitar lessons and a faculty member of Berklee’s Online University (BOL) where he developed and teaches two jazz guitar courses.


Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm.

Jessica Healey Quintet

Jessica Healey Quintet

Thu, Jun 04

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Jessica Healey Quintet!


Jessica Healey – Vocals

Chase Baird – Saxophone

Tommy Howard – Guitar

James Suter – Bass

Gerry Gibbs – Drums


Jessica Healey is a full-time singer-songwriter and jazz vocalist in Austin, Texas. Originally from Fort Worth, she joined the local live music scene just over a year ago and has quickly built a name for herself in Austin and beyond.


Jess performs as lead vocalist and bandleader for her straight-ahead jazz ensemble, the Jessica Healey Quintet. She has been featured in ensembles led by renowned musicians such as Gerry Gibbs, Mike Sailors, and Kevin Lovejoy.


Jess is also the songwriter, bandleader, guitarist, and vocalist of her indie-pop band, which showcased at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival. Drawing from rock, folk, soul, and jazz influences, she’s been compared to artists like Madison Cunningham, Fiona Apple, and Corinne Bailey Rae. Known for her brutally honest lyrics and unique sound, Jess has earned showcases with both SoFar Sounds and the Austin Music Love Concert Series.


Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! Doors at 7:15pm, Show at 7:30pm.