Jun 21 Saturday
Sponsored by KNKX. Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many celebrated recordings, whose catalog has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade”.
His latest recording is Valentine, on Blue Note (8/2020), a trio album with Thomas Morgan (bass) and Rudy Royston (drums) that has been hailed as “a masterpiece” by Downbeat. “They consistently and strikingly play as one, voices intertwined, completing phrases as if sharing a single thought… Even overdubs are so perfect that everything feels utterly organic… the performances represent jazz playing at its most sublime.”
Recognized as one of America’s 21 most vital and productive performing artists, Frisell was named an inaugural Doris Duke Artist in 2012. He is also a recipient of grants from United States Artists, Meet the Composer among others. In 2016, he was a beneficiary of the first FreshGrass Composition commission to preserve and support innovative grassroots music. Upon San Francisco Jazz opening their doors in 2013, he served as one of their Resident Artistic Directors. Bill is also the subject of a documentary film by director Emma Franz, entitled Bill Frisell: A Portrait, which examines his creative process in depth. He has received an honorary doctorate from the Berklee College of Music.
The TD Victoria International JazzFest is the longest-running professional music festival on Vancouver Island. This iconic event, the “grandfather” of music festivals serving audiences on Vancouver Island and beyond, has evolved from a four-day festival to a vibrant, 10-day celebration of jazz and its associated genres located in the heart of Victoria. Attracting over 40,000 people every year, TD JazzFest is an integral part of the local, national, and international jazz scene, and the highlight of the Victoria Jazz Society’s annual presentations. The 2025 lineup includes Madeleine Peyroux, Eliane Elias, Richard Bona, Artemis, Marquis Hill, the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio and LowDown Brass Band.
Presented by KNKX. The Rumba Kings (Summer 2025) featuring the Arcobaleno String Quartet and Special Guests - Experience Two Unforgettable Nights of Passionate Music.
These extraordinary performances offer a chance to witness The Rumba Kings in an intimate theater before they soar to international acclaim.
Friday, June 20, 20256:00 PM9:00 PM
Saturday, June 21, 20256:00 PM
9:00 PM
$59.99 General // $69.99 Premium
Jun 22 Sunday
Presented by KNKX. Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the golden era of psychedelic blues and the seeds of the ‘jam band’ scene as Live Dead & Brothers takes the stage. Comprised of actual and legacy members from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers families, this exceptional ensemble is set to revive the timeless magic of the late 1960s and early 1970s, bringing fans an experience like no other.
The line-up is pedigree and generational featuring Berry Duane Oakley from The Allman Betts Band, Mark Karan from Bob Weir & Rat Dog, Scott Guberman from Phil Lesh & Friends, Pete Lavezzoli from Oteil & Friends and very special guest, slide guitarist, Steve Kimock. Together, these accomplished musicians skillfully recreate the magic of the Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers Band's co-billed concerts during the period of 1969 to1973. Their performances capture the raw energy, improvisational prowess, and soul-stirring melodies that defined an era of musical innovation.
After a 13 year absence (!), we are thrilled to have saxophonist extraordinare Branford Marsalis return to perform with us! As one of the most prolific musicians alive today, Branford is an award-winning musician, band leader, featured classical soloist, and a film and Broadway composer.
Join us as Branford takes us on a wide ranging journey from the popular songs of his hometown of New Orleans to the most beloved jazz classics - including Wild Man Blues, When It's Sleepy Time Down South, plus Michael Brockman's arrangement of Billy Strayhorn's Lush Life and the Spencer Williams classic, Basin Street Blues.
Jun 24 Tuesday
Sponsored by KNKX. Fresh off their 2nd consecutive win for “Jazz Group of the Year” in the Downbeat Readers Poll, ARTEMIS returns with their third Blue Note album ARBORESQUE out February 28, 2025. A paean to the sheer joy of collaboration and creativity, the album also explores a theme of natural and environmental beauty. The album is testament to the group’s evolving musical landscape featuring stellar arrangements and riveting originals contributed by all members of the band.
Each member of Artemis is a bandleader and composer, and the repertoire draws on each of their distinctive personalities, from original music to imaginative arrangements of eclectic material. Artemis performs with joy, power, passion, and high-wire intensity
Performances across North America and Europe at major venues and festivals have garnered high praise from audiences and critics alike. NPR hailed the band as “a killer line-up of players, composers and performers…who converge on an extremely cosmopolitan, sleek, rhythm-forward, modern sound.” It is no wonder that ARTEMIS has been awarded #1 Group of the Year in the Annual Downbeat Readers Poll in both 2023 and 2024.
The group is distinctive not only for bringing together singular artists, each renowned for their own remarkable solo careers; but for its multi-generational and globe-spanning line-up. Despite its relatively brief existence, ARTEMIS has been featured in Vanity Fair and on NPR’s Jazz Night in America, and has performed on some of the country’s most iconic stages, from Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Tisch Center for the Arts to the Newport Jazz Festival.
Jun 26 Thursday
Supported by KNKX. Multi GRAMMY and Multi LATIN GRAMMY Award-winning pianist/singer/composer/arranger Eliane Elias’ distinctive musical style is one of the most unique and immediately recognizable sounds in jazz and Brazilian music. She blends her Brazilian roots and alluring voice with her virtuosic instrumental jazz, classical and compositional skills, while she consistently displays her pianistic mastery and ability to integrate the many artistic roles she takes on. With the release of her Grammy-nominated 2024 recording Time and Again, Eliane Elias proves again that she’s a multifaceted, groundbreaking artist who continues to reach new heights in a brilliant career spanning decades. The music on Time and Again reflects the same level of artistry and ingenuity Elias has demonstrated throughout her career. She surprises us time and again with her creative ability, this time, producing an entire album of her own compositions with lyrics in English and Portuguese.
To date, Eliane has won two GRAMMY awards (2016 and 2022) and two Latin GRAMMY awards (2017 and 2022) and has been nominated in 5 different categories, having received 11 GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY nominations thus far.
Vivid paintings of local forests, trails and natural landmarks by Port Townsend artist Patricia Hagen beckon in this exhibit at Northwind Art's spacious gallery. For this one-woman show, Patty painted many of these en plein air, inspired by her surroundings in green, woodsy Port Townsend and Chimacum. Owls, deer, old-growth trees — and an observant human — share the space on her canvases. "Nature reveals itself as both nurturing and commanding, whether viewed from a mountain peak or an ancient forest path," says Patty. Her exhibit of more than 40 paintings and ceramic works is on view through July 7; the gallery is open 12 noon to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays, and more information is found at Northwind Art's website, NorthwindArt.org. Art Walk on June 7 and July 5 means the gallery stays open till 8 p.m.; Patty will give a free artist talk open to everyone at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 8.
Northwind Art gallery shows are always free to the public.
Live Music Returns to the Waterfront This Summer!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer on the water—Oodalalee: Concerts at Pier 62 is here. Brought to you by your friends at The Crocodile, this brand-new summer series transforms the recently renovated Pier 62 into a beautiful open-air concert venue, right on the edge of Elliott Bay.
Kicking off June 1 with a performance from Hermanos Gutiérrez, the series brings a stacked lineup all summer long, including Silversun Pickups, Watchhouse, Deltron 3030, Cosmo Sheldrake, Blind Pilot & John Craigie, Fruit Bats, and Otoboke Beaver with even more to be announced.
We’re continuing our hybrid festival model in 2025! Watch films remotely from the comfort of your own home, or join us at Northwest Film Forum for our in-person screenings where you can attend Q&As after the films, meet filmmakers, and say hello to the SAAFF team!
SAAFF is the only film festival to provide a space for pan-Asian American voices, perspectives, and histories told through multimedia arts in Seattle. Our volunteer-run organization empowers and uplifts Asian American creatives and builds community connections through our annual festival and other year-round events. We aim to be a platform that broadens the understanding of our community’s stories through elevating independent films that reflect the diversity and richness of Asian Americana and Asian diasporas.
Get ready for The Couth Buzzard Solstice Jazz Festival – June 20-22, 2025, presented by Kenny Mandell and hosted by The Couth Buzzard bookstore/cafe!
This exciting musical weekend features jazz performances ranging from contemporary composed and improvised music to the avant-garde - "From the Ancient to the Future" (Art Ensemble of Chicago).
Festival Director, Kenny Mandell has been leading ensembles, jam sessions & percussion collaborations and providing jazz education for over 15 years. This will be your opportunity to experience and support the sparkling Seattle talents he's gathered!
Your generosity is deeply appreciated as we bring back the Couth Buzzard Jazz Festival. Money raised for this event will go toward the creation and implementation of the festival and provide a stipend for the performers. Greenwood businesses and those who frequent the Couth Buzzard are encouraged to support this gift to the community. General admission will be available at the door (space available) and on a pay-as-you-can basis, NOTAFLOF (No one turned away for lack of funds).
Whether you're a seasoned musician or just a music lover, there's something for everyone to enjoy during the festival. Enjoy live performances by regional bands, and local singers, and instrumentalists, plugged in and unplugged. Learn an instrument at a workshop or sing along at an open mic session. Visit The Music Project and learn why Aberdeen is the cradle of grunge music. Take a guided tour and walk in the footsteps of Kurt Cobain. And be sure to join in with other festival goers in a sing-along of Nirvana's "Come as You Are," at 7:30pm at the Music Project Main Stage, backed by a marching band.
Musicians are invited to come as you are and play on sidewalks throughout downtown Aberdeen. All ages, all skill levels are welcome to participate. No pre-registration necessary. Many musicians play unplugged or through a small battery powered amplifier. Bands should plan to bring their own PA systems, unless pre-arranged. Some businesses have stages; others may only provide power to the sidewalk.
June’s Words of a Feather: the Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest
Step into a vibrant celebration where Whatcom County's most captivating poems come alive alongside stunning artwork they've inspired! For two decades, the Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest has connected our community through the power of words—and this landmark anniversary exhibition showcases this creative partnership like never before.
Each year, distinguished judges carefully select exceptional poems from writers of all ages, transforming these literary gems into visual art for the entire community to enjoy on WTA buses. Now, Allied Arts brings this cherished tradition indoors with a special gallery exhibition featuring this year's winning entries alongside colorful artwork paired with memorable selections from past contests—creating a retrospective that honors both fresh voices and the rich poetic history of our community.
Visitors can immerse themselves in the complete experience through a commemorative anthology spanning ten years of winning compositions, alongside collections from celebrated local poets. Throughout June, the Whatcom Poetry Series will enhance your experience with engaging poetry readings and interactive workshops hosted in the gallery space.
Don't miss this extraordinary intersection of literary and visual arts that represents the heart and voice of our community. Come celebrate the creative spirit that continues to inspire Whatcom County!
You can find out more about the poetry contest at https://thepoetrydepartment.wordpress.com/contest/. For any questions about the contest, email BoyntonPoetryContest@hotmail.com. Donations are always necessary to keep the contest running year after year.
Allied Arts is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go towards supporting the arts in our community.
For more information visit www.alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.
Dinner and speaker program to benefit the $80,000 Freedom Socialist newspaper fund drive!
5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle On #7 bus line. Near Columbia City Light Rail Station
For information, contact Radical Women or Freedom Socialist Party at (206)722-6057; rw.seattle@radicalwomen.org or SeattleFSP@socialism.com
The Monroe Community Band presents “Pixelated Melodies”Join us on Saturday, June 21, at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable concert celebrating iconic music from the world of video games.
Experience powerful themes from Civilization IV, Dragonborn (Skyrim), The Legend of Zelda, and more!
Perfect for gamers, music lovers, and families alike—don’t miss this nostalgic and thrilling musical journey!
Tracy Knoop Quartet. Sax player Tracy Knoop is a Berklee College of music graduate. He has performed with the Tommy Dorsey tribute orchestra and bands led by Mel Torme, Ray Charles and Natalie Cole. Tracy is one of the top Jazz musicians in the PNW.Tracy Knoop-SaxophonesJohn Hansen-PianoGreg Fiengold-BassAdam Kessler-Drumset
June 20 - August 1, 2025 Summer Festival 2025 The World’s Largest Chamber Music Party returns!
This five-week celebration of extraordinary music and first-rate artists presents 12 mainstage concerts at Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, each including a free pre-concert recital; two outdoor concerts in idyllic parks in Seattle and Bellevue; 18 concerts aboard The Concert Truck; the live music and cooking event Tasting Notes; an exciting variety of community and education programs, and for those who can’t attend in person, the return of our live streaming and on-demand, state-of-the-art Virtual Concert Hall.
Among the renowned artists participating this year are violinists James Ehnes, Elena Urioste and Noah Bendix-Balgley; pianists Yulianna Avdeeva and Inon Barnatan; and cellists Bion Tsang and Sterling Elliott. Highlights include masterpieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Fanny Mendelssohn, Mozart, Schubert, Schumann, and Tchaikovsky; music by important 20th-century composers, such as Mieczysław Weinberg, Rebecca Clarke and Amy Beach; and a selection of lesser-known works handpicked for the festival, including neglected pieces by Mel Bonis, Charlotte Sohy, and Moritz Moszkowski.
