Live Jazz in Chicago

Back to All Events Relax Attack Jazz Series: Chicago Experiment Organ Trio Wednesday, June 10, 2026 9:00 PM 10:00 PM Google Calendar ICS The Chicago Experiment was formed in 2025 out of Connor Bernhard's desire to perform more on guitar and realize the dream he had since he was in high school of having an organ powered band. The trio features himself on guitar, trumpet, arrangements, and compositions along with the inimitable Zack Marks on drums and Andrew "Larry" Lawrence on Hammond B3 organ.​ The three met nearly a decade prior to play in the band New Nostalgia and have been friends and accomplices in musical crime ever since with that group, Bonzo Squad and many others. These three musicians share a passion for the harmony and intellectual prowess of jazz, but are also captivated by the infectious groove and melodies of vernacular musics in the popular music genre. Together they synthesize those two commonly separated worlds into the funky fire that is The Chicago Experiment. Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation. Tagged: Wednesday Previous Previous June 10 Test Literary Series (June 2026 Edition) Next Next June 11 Blesstonio presents: Fusion (June 2026 Edition)

While hosting his residency at Le Piano, Paterson has become one of the top Hammond B3 players on the jazz scene today, combining influences from his home town of Chicago, in addition to his 10 year residency in NYC. Together, this trio follows Paterson's lead, bringing unique style and sound renderings to the classic organ trio format! Don't miss the opportunity to hear this internationally acclaimed, award-winning artist. THURSDAYS 7-10. There will always be guest artists in the house,

(8pm – 12am) SOUL MESSAGE Sunday June 14 8:00pm - 12:00am $10 COVER Soul Message featuring: Chris Foreman – Hammond B-3 organ Greg Jung – alto sax Greg Rockingham – drums

Fulton Street Collective presents a return performance with QRUNCH on Wednesday, June 17th at 7:30pm. The evening will feature live painting from visual artist TBA “…a unique fusion of jazz and pop that breathes new life into familiar tunes specializing in reharmonizing and arranging popular songs alongside timeless jazz standards, creating an eclectic vibe that appeals to all music lovers. The ensemble features a vibrant horn section, guitar, bass, keys, synths, organ, drums, and a captivating vocalist, all coming together to deliver an unforgettable musical experience. Join QRUNCH as they explore the rich textures and improvisational spirit of contemporary jazz, funk, and r&b!” ~qrunchband.com Keys/MD: Eddy Shin Trumpet: Aidan Buck Trumpet: TBD Alto Sax: TBD Tenor Sax: Mark Cambinian Bari Sax: Tommy Shermulis Vocals: Gina Montalvo Drums: Eric Galvan Bass: Andrew King 7pm Doors 7:30pm Show (2 Sets) $15 FREE PARKING

Back to All Events Relax Attack Jazz Series: GARM (June 2026 Edition) Wednesday, June 17, 2026 9:00 PM 10:00 PM Google Calendar ICS PHALANX by GARM GARM is an electric organ quartet led by drummer/organist Isaiah Keith with Rufus Parenti on saxophone, Ben MacDonald on guitar, and Charlie O'Neill on drums. Every Tuesday & Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation. 6pm doors / 9pm show / 2 sets / no cover Tagged: Wednesday Previous Previous June 16 Relax Attack Jazz Series: Interim Assassin Next Next June 19 Buen Viaje (June 2026 Edition)

Soul Message Band is founded on the enduring partnership of Chris Foreman, the Chicago-based and nationally celebrated Hammond B3 Jazz Organist, and award winning solid swinging drummer, Greg Rockingham, aka “The Rock.” Greg and Chris have a 38-year history of collaboration, including groups like the award winning Deep Blue Organ Trio. Mr. Rockingham and Mr. Foreman have an unmistakable chemistry that has taken them from Chicago to Jazz Clubs and Arenas around the world as both headliners (Umbria Jazz Festival Italy) and opening group for Steely Dan for 8 years. Soul Message band featuring Chris & Greg were inducted into the Hammond B3 Hall of Fame. Soul Message can be seen in a worldwide attraction at Navy Pier, called Fly Over Chicago. The band adds the captivating alto saxophonist, Greg Jung. Greg Jung is the trio’s newest and youngest member. He is a wonderful human being and educator. He also is a world class musician. The powerful trio is not to be missed. $15 Cover

(8pm – 12am) SOUL MESSAGE Sunday June 21 8:00pm - 12:00am $10 COVER Soul Message featuring: Chris Foreman – Hammond B-3 organ Greg Jung – alto sax Greg Rockingham – drums

Cameron Pfiffner/ Saxophones and Flute Pat Mallinger / Saxophones Pete Benson / Organ Neil Hemphill/ Drums Founded around 1990, Sabertooth is led by two saxophonists: Cameron Pfiffner & Pat Mallinger. The band started out with the unique pairing of its two lead reedmen at an old musicians hang called Jazz Bulls in Lincoln Park West neighborhood of Chicago. From that night’s collaboration the idea of Sabertooth began to take shape with a driving force behind the widely varied stylings best summed up as, “just groove it”. Sabertooth has often ventured beyond soul-jazz and hard bop and moved into post-bop and modal territory with John Coltrane’s modal recordings of the early to mid-’60s influencing the groups sound. Sabertooth is both a post-bop group and a soul-jazz/hard bop group with a highly diverse repertoire that includes many original compositions and jazz classics by Duke Ellington, Horace Silver, Wayne Shorter, Lester Young, John Coltrane, as well as covers by the Beatles, Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Bob Marley. Special invited guests who have performed with Sabertooth have included Harry Conick Jr., Kurt Elling, Joe Lovano, Roy Hargrove, Wynton Marsalis Band, Jack McDuff, Joey DeFrancesco, Umphrey’s Mcgee Band, and many others. Sabertooth has also performed for numerous jazz festivals, concerts and private engagements.