Concerts
Join us at one of our upcoming concerts!
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Join us at one of our upcoming concerts!
New York based and Canadian born singer, trumpeter, and songwriter BRIA SKONBERG has been described as one of the “most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation” (Wall Street Journal). Bria has stormed onto the jazz scene with her smoky vocals, blistering trumpet, and compelling compositions and arrangements.
Put two monster saxophonists in front of a hot rhythm section – that's the Kansas City based quintet PAGANOVA!
The musical duo of Jesica Poell and Clayton Delong, blending theatre with French and Gypsy Jazz! A show you won’t want to miss!
8 piece KC Jazz saxophone ensemble, with rhythm section, playing jazzy saxophone arrangements that are both beautiful and gutsy.
October 13, 2024
Bassist Bob Bowman returns with 7 other outstanding musicians to open our Fall 24 season. This will be a well-known, fun group of musicians playing great music with a big full sound that will be exciting and enjoyable.
November 3, 2024
Lucy is a recent semi-finalist in the annual Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition. Downbeat Magazine calls her “An Outstanding Jazz Vocalist.” Her accompanist-father, Bram, a highly respected stride pianist and piano technician, has graced our stage numerous times and has cared for our TJW grand piano for many years. This will be a very special afternoon.
November 24, 2024
Well known to our Topeka Jazz audiences as well as throughout the Midwest, Joe brings his rich, full and emotional stylings back to our stage. He is excited to be returning to our series.
December 1, 2024
In 1991 Stan Kessler, trumpet and flugelhorn, put together a group of then-young KC jazz musicians to play nothing but Brasilian jazz with a flavor and passion that one might think could only be found at a nightclub in Ipanema or Leblon. Thus, The Sons of Brasil sprung to life from the members love and admiration of “musica bem brasileira.”