Quentin Coaxum Satellite (trio) @ Dorian's
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets starting at 6:30pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets starting at 6:30pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets starting at 6:30pm
HOUSE BAND: July 12
Luc Mosley - woodwinds
Ben Zucker - vibraphone
Jeff Swanson - guitar
Ben Dillinger - double bass
Lily Finegan - drums
Impro Jam is an engaging free improvisation jam session that embraces an egalitarian approach to participation and organization. The format encourages creativity and collaboration among artists from various backgrounds. At the beginning of each session, every participant writes their name on a slip of paper and places it into a hat. A die is then rolled, and the resulting number indicates how many names will be drawn from the hat for that round. The selected individuals come together to perform a spontaneous improvisation piece lasting between 10 to 15 minutes. This process is repeated throughout the event, allowing for a dynamic range of combinations and artistic expressions.
From 2018 to 2020, Impro Jam was hosted at Slate Arts and Performance.. From 2021 to 2022, the event moved to Cafe Mustache, a local hotspot that further fostered the community spirit of the jam sessions. Throughout its three-year journey, Impro Jam welcomed a vibrant mix of participants, including acoustic musicians, electronic musicians, video artists, dancers, and even comedians, creating a rich tapestry of artistic collaboration and innovation. Each session offered an opportunity for performers to explore new ideas, experiment with different styles, and engage with one another in a supportive environment. Impro Jam will be hosted at Comfort Station beginning March 2025.
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets starting at 6:30pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets starting at 6:30pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets at 6pm & 8pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets at 6pm & 8pm
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets at 6pm & 8pm
Late Nite Jazz at Lemon
Featuring
Jeff Swanson - Guitar
Matt Ulery - Upright Bass
Jon Deitemyer - Drumset
Doors at 10:30pm
2 Sets Starting at 11pm
$5 cover
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP-404, Compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitar, FX
Two sets at 6pm & 8pm
Quentin Coaxum’s Satellite
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP404, compositions
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
Micah Collier - Bass
Marcus Evans - Drumset
JS - Guitar, FX
(4pm – 6pm) CHICAGO JAZZ COMPOSERS COLLECTIVE
4:00pm - 6:00pm
$10 cover charge
Chicago Jazz Composers presents:
Jeff Swanson Trio
Jeff Swanson composer, guitar
Katie Ernst bass
Willis McKenna woodwinds
Maddie Vogler Quintet
Maddie Vogler composer, saxophone
Victor Garcia trumpet
Jake Shapiro piano
Sam Peters bass
Juan Pastor drums
@lemon_chicago
11:00pm
sp404 + op1 + guitar + jazz
original music
fall thru.
✌🏾🛰️
featuring
Quentin Coaxum - Trumpet, SP404
Dustin Laurenzi - Saxophone, OP-1
JS - Guitars + FX
One Set with Erthe St. James and the Erthetones
9pm-10pm
tribesupperclub.com
Afternoon Delight Series at The Promontory featuring the Greg Artry Jr. Trio
Greg Artry Jr. - Drumset and Vocals
John Tate - Bass
JS - Guitar
With special guest
Meagan McNeal - Vocals
https://www.promontorychicago.com
2 sets beginning at 4:30pm in the upper lounge
Clif Wallace - Drums & Cymbals
Ivan Taylor - Bass
JS - Guitar
Free/All Ages
With over a decade of collaboration, Chicago artists Jeff Swanson (guitar) and Wills McKenna (woodwinds) present new original compositions in a special duo performance. Blending jazz and improvisational sensibilities with an affinity for both acoustic and electronic sounds, the duo strikes a balance between the familiar and the innovative. Their music explores recognizable forms while venturing into fresh textures and melodies, offering a unique and engaging musical experience.
Find Jeff and Wills on Instagram
2 sets starting at 6:30pm
One set at 10:30pm featuring SamThousand live for Diaspora NYE 24’ at Willis Tower on the Blue Lounge Performance Stage
SamThousand - Vocals/Trumpet/Samples
Jeff Swanson - Guitars
Joshua Boyd - Bass
James Minor - Drums
2 sets beginning at 4:30pm in the upper lounge
Clif Wallace - Drums & Cymbals
Ivan Taylor - Bass
JS - Guitar
Free/All Ages
Wills McKenna - tenor saxophone, alto flute, effects pedals
Matt Gold - guitar
Jeff Swanson - guitar
Justin Peterson - bass
Mehtab Kirtan - drums
8pm
2 sets/no cover/21+'