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Jeff Harmon Jazz Jeff Harmon Jazz has been pleasing Evansville jazz fans in a variety of configurations for the past sixty-eight years. They feature jazz standards as well as a little Dixieland. The current configuration features Jeff Harmon, the Godfather Of Evansville Jazz, on bass and valve trombone; his lovely wife and compelling songstress, Jane Harmon, noted for entertaining the dinner crowd at The Quarter Note; pianist, Chuck Eakins; and drummer Preston Phillips. Jeff Harmon Jazz is familiar to patrons of The Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe, Firefly, Casino Aztar, and many other local venues.
Bob Minnette Quartet
Monk Trane
Bookie & The Boobs
From his days as a young sax phenom and protégé of the late, great Boots Randolph, Bookie has played in virtually every venue in and around Evansville as both a leader and sideman and his 1980's superb jazz/fusion album, Bookie On The Ohio, is currently getting airplay on WUEV's Jazz Flight.
After Hours Jazz After Hours Jazz has been one of Evansville's premier jazz groups for that past 16 years. Founded by bassist, Michael Gray, the group features swinging jazz vocalist, Cary Gray, guitarist Matt Kincaid, and drummer Gregg Martin. After Hours Jazz has performed Friday nights at The Pasta Grill, for various Philharmonic social functions, and at many private parties and clubs. They are always polished, sophisticated and stylish.
Monte Skelton & Montourage Monte Skelton is an Evansville native and University of Evansville Senior. Despite his young age, Monte has been a fixture in the Evansville jazz scene for many years as sax and flute player and recently on his EWI (electronic wind instrument). Monte plays everything from jazz standards to post-modern jazz, is active as a music teacher and is also both a DJ and Station Manager at WEUV. Monte has played regularly at Taste, The Deerhead, and numerous other venues. His Montourage consists of some of Evansville's best young jazz talent.
Trio Jazz with Roy Carter Trio Jazz plays a unique blend of jazz, from bebop to fusion. The group was formed in the 70’s to play straight-ahead jazz without compromise and was reunited in 2007. TrioJazz members are: Brian Hunt, piano/keys; David Schnerr, bass guitar/guitar and Dave Coker, drums. Hunt and Schnerr have both received classical and conservatory training and Schnerr is a classical and jazz composer/arranger/orchestrator. Coker, a member of the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus, rounds out the trio as its rhythmic heartbeat. TrioJazz is joined by long-time friend and saxophonist Roy Carter. Carter, also formally trained, has worked with various west coast bands including John Carswell of Rare Earth.
Trio Jazz w/ Roy Carter and Barbara Santora Trio Jazz will feature jazz vocalist, Barbara Santora in the second set. Barbara studied vocal performance (opera) at Indiana University and then spent 14 years performing jazz in Las Vegas and on 3 USO tours. Always the consummate entertainer, Barbara features jazz and Broadway standards.
Trio Jazz with Julie and Danny Schembre Trio Jazz will feature Julie and Danny 'Saxman' Schembre in the third set. Julie retired from the USAF bands after 20 years as a captivating big band singer, including a tour with The Glenn Miller Band in Europe. Husband Danny (sax and flute) also played in The Glenn Miller Band and then gigged around the world, wherever Julie was stationed. Julie studied music at San Antonio College and graduated with an MSM degree from Oakland City University. Danny received his Bachelor of the Arts degree in Music Performance from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas. After performing on numerous Air Force Band recordings, Julie and Danny recorded their first solo album in 2002 - Starting All Over; A Veteran's Legacy.
All Put Together All Put Together is a jazz and R&B band that pays tribute to artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire and Grover Washington Jr. They have been heard across the tri-state at Evening on the River, the 2008 Kenny Kent Lexus Jazz, Wine & Arts Festival and Family Day at the Park. The band consists of Don Baxter (lead guitar), Robert Howell (bass guitar), Tim Parker (percussion/vocals), EJ Simmons (keyboard/vocals), Chris Fruit (sax/Trumpet/vocals), Jeff Reynolds (trumpet) and Emily Baxter (lead vocals).
Carl Rodenberg Carl Rodenberg and Company live in the groove between jazz and blues. Carl has been performing professionally since the early 1960's with a variety of bands: Rogues Blues Band, Blues 4U, The Beat Daddy's and Stillwell Rodenberg & Co. and as a solo performer. He has opened for Elvin Bishop, Three Dog Night, Dr. Hook and The Guess Who. Locally, Rodenberg has performed regularly at the Petroleum Club, The Alley Savant, and The Quarter Note and numerous other venues. He has two CD's: Cravin' Pain, and Second Set (recorded at The Quarter Note and released in 2009). Carl will be performing with his brother, Michael Rodenberg, on upright bass and Tommy Stillwell on guitar.
Matt Clark Matt Clark is an Evansville native singer/songwriter and keyboard player. Matt has performed solo and with a variety of bands both here and in Cincinnati since the 1980's. He continues to work as a songwriter with former band mate, Andy Timmons, world renowned guitarist and music director for Olivia Newton John. Matt has played regularly at Cavanaugh's Piano Bar, The Petroleum Club, The Jungle, Edgewater, Raffi's, Taste and private engagements. Matt's first original solo CD, Matthew and The 2nd Thought, is scheduled for release in August, 2009.
Brett Birkhead Brett Birkhead is an Indiana University graduate and music major (trumpet performance) who works continually in and around Evansville in local theatre orchestras, and jazz groups, including The Doc Stocker Band. Brett is always stylish and completely at home with jazz styles from Dixieland to modern jazz. The Quartet will feature favorites Matt Kincaid on guitar, rock-solid David Tester on bass, and Gregg Martin, on drums - all top-drawer players.
Jerry and Gloria Glore Gloria and Jerry Glore are two of Evansville's most sophisticated and best jazz players. Jerry plays a silky smooth jazz guitar and Gloria adds a rock solid bass and enchanting vocals. They are always tasteful and energizing. Jerry and Gloria also perform bluegrass and gospel music, but prefer jazz. Locally, they can often be heard at Firefly and at private functions.
Cynthia McDonald and Bob Green
They focus on jazz standards - White Glove Jazz from the Golden Era. Cindy, ever the sultry and stylish songstress, performs tunes from the 30's and 40's - the era of smokey clubs and great jazz. Bob is Mr. Everything behind and beside her on keyboards, sax, flute, and occasionally trumpet and bass.
Gina Moore and Bob Green Gina Moore is one of Evansville's most dynamic and popular performers. As The Brown Sisters, she and her sister Joan were named Evansville's Best Entertainers by Evansville Living magazine from 2002 to2005. Gina has been singing jazz, R & B, and Gospel styles for the past 32 years. She has opened for The Neville Brothers and sung with Josh Groban. Gina is a full-voiced and energetic singer who delights crowds wherever she performs - from the Kenny Kent Lexus Jazz, Wine & Art Festival in 2008 to Roberts Stadium to other public and private venues around town. Gina will perform with keyboard, sax, and flute master, Bob Green - one of Evansville's finest jazz players.
Bob Ballard Bob Ballard is a New Orleans native who spent most of his career singing and playing in piano bars in and around the Big Easy, including Jads, Harrah's Casino, and at Ivory's on Bourbon Street. He is steeped in N'Orleans jazz and blues traditions. He has opened for Garth Brooks, Irma Thomas, Asleep At the Wheel, T. Graham Brown, and Moe Bandy. Ballard moved to Evansville in 2002 and has since anchored piano bars at The River Bend and Executive Inn before opening his own club, The Quarter Note. While his club has since closed, Bob has become an Evansville fixture and favorite. His pop, country, R&B, blues, and jazz repertoires and huge voice keep him employed in a variety of venues. His CD, Long Cold Summer remains popular.
Rob Dixon Trio
Charlene Blay & The 2nd Edition
This 4 piece jazz ensemble performs a wide range of traditional jazz classics, contemporary vocal standards, and light jazz, including music by Johnny Mercer and Nat and Natalie Cole. The group features Greg Franzman on drums, Sherrie Lansing on keys, and the inimitable Roy Carter on tenor sax. Cynthia Layne
Layne, who has been performing for about 15 years, initially plans to tour the Midwest this winter with her band. "We have a lot of energy and passion that translates to the music when we are onstage," she said. "Our vibe is great and we play with a lot of dynamics so you actually feel the music. I use live horns, drums and keyboards. 'I've always loved music, especially live music. My younger sister always encouraged me to sing. As a girl, I listened to Natalie Cole and Diana Ross and emulate them all the time. In the mid 90's, I saw Dee Dee Bridgewater live when she was promoting her "Tribute to Ella" CD and was blown away. I was able to spend some one-on-one time with her and she was very encouraging. She is an incredible vocalist and was very inspiring." Layne also cites Phyllis Hyman, Teena Marie and Barbra Streisand as musical influences.
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Saturday, September 19, 2009 1 p.m. until 11 p.m. Downtown Evansville, Indiana For Tickets: (812) 401-9999
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Bob Minnette Quartet plays straight ahead jazz. The group features Bob Minette on trumpet and vocals, Danny Erkman on Drums, Matt Kincaid on guitar and David Schnerr on bass. The group has been delighting audiences for some time. Bob started playing trumpet professionally at age seventeen in the USAF bands and received his first degree in music at Indiana University after his tour of duty. Danny Erkman works regularly in Nashville. Matt Kincaid and David Schnerr are staples of the Evansville jazz scene.
MonkTrane is anchored by phenom Ed Dansereau on keyboard and Roy Carter on tenor sax. They are dedicated to honoring and preserving the heritage of the jazz created by Thelonius Monk and John Coltrane. Bob Minnette (drums) and John Fickas (bass) round out this unique and entertaining group that always satisfies. They frequently perform at The Deerhead.
Bookie and the Boobs were formed in the 1960's by Bookie Buchenberger, Rody Hoefling, and Dave Fox as a fun and madcap rock/jazz fusion band that have maintained their local popularity for the intervening 50 years. They all have matured as musicians and, while they perform a variety of other musical styles, they are still known as one of Evansville's finest jazz bands - and still always fun. 
Cynthia McDonald and Bob Green are two of Evansville's most popular performers - familiar to those who frequent Firefly Southern Grill, Raffi's, Madeline's, and Casino Aztar. Cindy and Bob have been performing together for four years and have two CD's out: Jazzafloozie, and Jazzafloozie Twoozie. 
Charlene Blay & 2nd Edition are comprised of four very talented individuals with unique and diverse musical backgrounds. 
Midwesterner Cynthia Layne has loved live music since the moment she attended her first concert at the tender age of seven. Since then, live music has become a regular part of her life with both the general public and media impressed by her performances. Now she is poised for national attention with the release of Beautiful Soul, an album showcasing her vocal stylings in both the R&B and jazz arenas.
