Outdoor Jazz Shows in Chicago

Wed, Aug 5, 6:30 PM

PATIO JAZZ w/ HENRY CARPENDER!

FitzGerald's / Berwyn / Map

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: · FITZGERALDS PATIO · (Doors: 5:00 pm )

Wed, Aug 5, 7:00 PM

Wednesday: Liz Mandeville's Bourbon and Blues Review

Le Piano / Rogers Park / Map

Chicago Blues Hall of Fame artist and Red Hot Mama, Liz Mandeville, brings her soaring voice and groovy guitar trio to La Piano, every Wednesday starting April 1st. Liz is celebrating the 30th Anniversary of her recording debut. Live From Buddy Guy’s Legends and Look At Me were both released by the Earwig Music Label in ‘96. She is an award winning songwriter and her band will be performing some of her original songs as well as Blues, Boogie, Rockin Rhythms and a whole lotta fun. Special guests expected, bourbon specials selected, dinner perfected! Reservations suggested! 7- 10 PM $15 Cover

Thu, Aug 6, 7:00 PM

Thursday: Ben Paterson Organ Trio | Bobby Broom Guitar | Greg Artry | Honoring Laurens Hammond's B3 Organ

Le Piano / Rogers Park / Map

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. Doors open at 6 Show THURSDAYS 7-10. There will always be guest artists in the house. $15 Cover

Thu, Aug 6, 8:00 PM

Dee Alexander Quartet

Jazz Showcase / South Loop / Map

Dee Alexander - vocals Miguel de la Cerna - piano Jeremiah Hunt - bass Charles Rick Heath IV - drums Born on Chicago’s west side, DEE ALEXANDER is one of Chicago’s most gifted and respected female vocalist/songwriters. Her talents span every music genre, from Gospel to R&B and Blues to Neo-Soul, yet her true heart and soul are experienced through her performance of Jazz. Whether in a soft, sultry ballad or a scat-filled romp, she delivers with a passion for music that comes across in every note, and a grace that is truly her own. Alexander boasts long and fruitful associations with Chicago’s jazz elite, including Ramsey Lewis, Orbert Davis, Nicole Mitchell, Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM). She leads her own Dee Alexander Quartet, as well as the Evolution Ensemble, whose music ranges from original compositions to renditions of James Brown and Jimi Hendrix. Her Jazz Institute of Chicago-commissioned tribute to Nina Simone and Dinah Washington, Sirens of Song, marked the beginning of worldwide recognition, and her performance on the Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion stage launched a period of extensive touring in Europe. Alexander has received the Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz award and the 3Arts Award for Music. Her CD, Wild is the Wind, was named the album of the summer in France; earned her top votes in Downbeat ’s Readers’ and Critics’ polls; received 5 stars in Downbeat ; and was chosen as one of the magazine’s top ten recordings in the first decade of the new millennium. She has garnered accolades in African, Australian, European, and North American press. She is currently a host on the WFMT Jazz Radio Network.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: BRASS QUEENS Brass Queens is a female-led, New York-based brass band that has been dominating the brass band scene since 2019. Finding that they shared similar frustrations about the emerging brass band scene in New York City, co-founders Alex Harris and Ally Chapel came together to form a group dedicated to showcasing the talents of female musicians in a landscape that was dominated by male musicians and bandleaders. After debuting in March 2019, Brass Queens grew to be a fixture in the local music scene and was dubbed the hardest working band in town by their peers. The Queens gained a dedicated following through outdoor performances on the streets of Brooklyn and playing pop-up events in their community through the pandemic. Now, a core value of the band is to play for as many audiences as possible to increase the visibility of female musicians. FREE SHOW! Click Book Now to RSVP for guaranteed entry.Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. ***AGE RESTRICTIONS***21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

Thu, Aug 6, 10:00 PM

Dee Alexander Quartet

Jazz Showcase / South Loop / Map

Dee Alexander - vocals Miguel de la Cerna - piano Jeremiah Hunt - bass Charles Rick Heath IV - drums Born on Chicago’s west side, DEE ALEXANDER is one of Chicago’s most gifted and respected female vocalist/songwriters. Her talents span every music genre, from Gospel to R&B and Blues to Neo-Soul, yet her true heart and soul are experienced through her performance of Jazz. Whether in a soft, sultry ballad or a scat-filled romp, she delivers with a passion for music that comes across in every note, and a grace that is truly her own. Alexander boasts long and fruitful associations with Chicago’s jazz elite, including Ramsey Lewis, Orbert Davis, Nicole Mitchell, Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM). She leads her own Dee Alexander Quartet, as well as the Evolution Ensemble, whose music ranges from original compositions to renditions of James Brown and Jimi Hendrix. Her Jazz Institute of Chicago-commissioned tribute to Nina Simone and Dinah Washington, Sirens of Song, marked the beginning of worldwide recognition, and her performance on the Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion stage launched a period of extensive touring in Europe. Alexander has received the Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz award and the 3Arts Award for Music. Her CD, Wild is the Wind, was named the album of the summer in France; earned her top votes in Downbeat ’s Readers’ and Critics’ polls; received 5 stars in Downbeat ; and was chosen as one of the magazine’s top ten recordings in the first decade of the new millennium. She has garnered accolades in African, Australian, European, and North American press. She is currently a host on the WFMT Jazz Radio Network.

Fri, Aug 7, 6:30 PM

Friday: Chris White Quartet

Le Piano / Rogers Park / Map

Le Piano is thrilled to present our newest ensemble in residence. Experience the pinnacle in jazz with an unforgettable night featuring the incomparable Chris White on piano with a rotating roster of featured guest performers. These artists are seasoned pros and no strangers to Le Piano. Loaded with talent, they present stylistically, seamless renders of jazz classics. Who knows, it could lead to dancing! Doors open at 6 Show runs 6:30 - 9:30 General Admission $20 See you at the show! EARLY SHOW ENDS AT 9:30PM! There is a second seating for our Late Night show from 9:30 - midnight. To ensure a smooth transition between shows, we kindly ask that tables be returned at the conclusion of your performance time. Thank You!

Fri, Aug 7, 8:00 PM

Dee Alexander Quartet

Jazz Showcase / South Loop / Map

Dee Alexander - vocals Miguel de la Cerna - piano Jeremiah Hunt - bass Charles Rick Heath IV - drums Born on Chicago’s west side, DEE ALEXANDER is one of Chicago’s most gifted and respected female vocalist/songwriters. Her talents span every music genre, from Gospel to R&B and Blues to Neo-Soul, yet her true heart and soul are experienced through her performance of Jazz. Whether in a soft, sultry ballad or a scat-filled romp, she delivers with a passion for music that comes across in every note, and a grace that is truly her own. Alexander boasts long and fruitful associations with Chicago’s jazz elite, including Ramsey Lewis, Orbert Davis, Nicole Mitchell, Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM). She leads her own Dee Alexander Quartet, as well as the Evolution Ensemble, whose music ranges from original compositions to renditions of James Brown and Jimi Hendrix. Her Jazz Institute of Chicago-commissioned tribute to Nina Simone and Dinah Washington, Sirens of Song, marked the beginning of worldwide recognition, and her performance on the Millennium Park Pritzker Pavilion stage launched a period of extensive touring in Europe. Alexander has received the Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz award and the 3Arts Award for Music. Her CD, Wild is the Wind, was named the album of the summer in France; earned her top votes in Downbeat ’s Readers’ and Critics’ polls; received 5 stars in Downbeat ; and was chosen as one of the magazine’s top ten recordings in the first decade of the new millennium. She has garnered accolades in African, Australian, European, and North American press. She is currently a host on the WFMT Jazz Radio Network.