Monks Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Ken Vandermark | Chicago/Texas Sound Ensemble!

Ken Vandermark – Saxophones

Jonathan Horne – Guitar

Stefan Gonzalez – Vibraphone

Matthew Frerck – Bass

Kory Cook – Drums

Ken Vandermark will present new compositions exploring distinct melodic, rhythmic and architectural strategies for improvisers. Vandermark will work with Texas musicians Jonathan Horne (guitar, Austin), Matthew Frerck (double bass, Denton), Stefan González (vibraphone, Denton), and Kory Cook (drumset, San Antonio) in their new group Chicago/Texas Sound Ensemble that debuted last year as part of the No Idea Festival series at Monk's Jazz Club.

Please Note: MONKS JAZZ IS NOW A FULL SERVICE BAR. As part of this transition, Monks Jazz is no longer a BYOB venue. We invite you to enjoy our thoughtfully curated beverage menu and roll with us through the changes! As always, this is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Free parking is available in the area.

First Show: Doors at 7:00pm, Show at 7:30pm.

Second Show: Doors at 9:00pm, Show at 9:30pm.

For Drummers, Rhythm Section, Open to All

A rare chance to participate in the old school tradition of musical mentorship -- join us with the great Tommy Campbell for perspectives on the drum set, rhythm, jazz and performance.

Tommy Campbell has long learned from legends himself. The son of an organist outside Philadelphia and nephew of NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Smith, Campbell grew up to become a regular ensemble member with Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Rollins, John McLaughlin, The Manhattan Transfer, Kevin Eubanks, Uncle Jimmy Smith, Stanley Jordan, Tania Maria, Gary Burton, and a host of other jazz greats.

Campbell’s long tenure with Dizzy began in the late 70’s, and continued through the 80’s and 90’s, and concluded with a personal jam session with the renowned master several months before Gillespie’s passing in January of 1993.

“Dizzy taught me to be as relaxed and loose about the music. He knew how to have fun while being serious at the same time. It was a balance, like the music. He attracted entertainers, lesser-known musicians, and fans into jazz music. He was a real people person, and a real professional.”

Tommy’s intelligent, authentic drumming and joyful approach has established him as a leading member of a new generation of masters. This is your opportunity to take in an afternoon with one of modern jazz's most steeped musicians.

Presented by The Jazz Purveyor

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for The Jazz Purveyor Presents: Tommy Campbell!

Tommy Campbell – Drums

Joel Frahm – Tenor Sax

Mike Sailors – Trumpet

Bruce Saunders – Guitar

James Suter – Bass

Tommy Campbell has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of Jazz’s leading talents, inspired by legendary drummers such as Buddy Rich, Billy Cobham, Max Roach, the late greats Art Blakey and Tony Williams. He has performed as a regular member with Dizzy Gillespie, Sonny Rollins, John McLaughlin, The Manhattan Transfer, Kevin Eubanks, Jimmy Smith, Stanley Jordan, Tania Maria, Gary Burton, and a host of other Jazz greats.

Tommy Campbell grew up outside of Philadelphia steeped in a musical environment, permeated with the notes of his father, an organist and singer, and his uncle, Jimmy Smith, the renowned Hammond B-3 virtuoso.

“I was surrounded by music from the time I was two years old. My father and drummer Mickey Roker would rehearse at the house a lot. Whenever Uncle Jimmy had a new record he was releasing, he’d come over with a prerelease copy. We would listen to it together as a family. I used to play along with those records for hours.”

Tommy attended the Berklee College of Music, graduating in 1979, later teaching there; he received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 1998.

Campbell’s long tenure with Dizzy Gillespie began in the late 70’s, and continued through the 80’s and 90’s, and concluded with a personal jam session with the renowned master several months before Gillespie’s passing in January of 1993.

“Dizzy taught me to be as relaxed and loose about the music. He knew how to have fun while being serious at the same time. It was a balance, like the music. He attracted entertainers, lesser-known musicians, and fans into jazz music. He was a real people person, and a real professional.”

Campbell has been featured in TV & media including Drummerworld, and Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show on NBC. He's traveled the globe over performing in countries worldwide, and has held residence in both Japan and the New York City area.

Tommy’s intelligent, authentic drumming and joyful approach has established him as a leading member of a new generation of Jazz Masters. Join us for this rare opportunity with one of modern jazz's most steeped musicians.

SEE ALSO: Master Class 2:00p Rhythm Section

Presented by The Jazz Purveyor

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Please Note: MONKS JAZZ IS NOW A FULL SERVICE BAR. As part of this transition, Monks Jazz is no longer a BYOB venue. We invite you to enjoy our thoughtfully curated beverage menu and roll with us through the changes! As always, this is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Free parking is available in the area.

First Show: Doors at 7:00pm, Show at 7:30pm.

Second Show: Doors at 9:00pm, Show at 9:30pm.

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Kelly Doyle | "Thieves" Album Release Show!

Kelly Doyle – Guitar

Sam Pankey – Bass

Kyle Thompson – Drums

Kelly Doyle is a Houston, TX based guitar virtuoso whose work bridges the gap between experimental ambient explorations and high precision technical forays. Cutting his teeth as a side man for many world-touring musicians, Doyle has meticulously honed his craft on stages across the globe. He is prominently featured on Khruangbin’s Late Night Tales compilation, which has introduced his playing to an even wider audience.

On August 14, 2026, he returns with Thieves, a genre-defying instrumental album that feels both grounded and exploratory—less concerned with genre than with following instinct wherever it leads.

Please Note: MONKS JAZZ IS NOW A FULL SERVICE BAR. As part of this transition, Monks Jazz is no longer a BYOB venue. We invite you to enjoy our thoughtfully curated beverage menu and roll with us through the changes! As always, this is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Free parking is available in the area. Doors at 7:00pm, Show at 7:30pm.

GRAND OPENING WEEK | The Jazz Purveyor Presents: David Kikoski with Jazz Orchestra for a listening-room concert & live taping!

A pianist of broad experience and even broader capability. - New York Times

The brilliant playing of David Kikoski just smokes. His playing is sparkling. - Chick Corea

Dave has so much feeling. He can play anything. I can depend on him for so much. - Roy Haynes

David Kikoski is an internationally regarded pianist at the forefront of modern jazz. He emerged onto the New York scene in the 1980s and quickly established himself as a go-to performer, first collaborating with artists such as Roy Haynes, Bob Berg, Randy Brecker, and others. Known for his adept post-bop style and spontaneous, swinging play, Kikoski has become a prominent figure in the global community.

As a leader, Kikoski has released 20 albums, including "Presage" with Eddie Gomez and Al Foster (1989) and "Consequences" featuring Jeff "Tain" Watts and Christian McBride (2015). More recent albums include "Phoenix Rising" (2019) and "Sure Thing" (2021) on High Note Records.

As an invaluable sideman, Kikoski has recorded and toured with icons, legends and luminaries Haynes, Michael Brecker, John Scofield, Ravi Coltrane, Chris Potter, Dave Holland, Roy Hargrove, Donny McCaslin, Mike Stern, Chick Corea, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Toots Thielemans, Tom Harrell, Marcus Miller, Pat Martino, Jack DeJohnette, and many others. A longstanding member of the prestigious Charles Mingus Big Band, co-leader of BeatleJazz, and a member of Opus Five, Kikoski is also part of the newly formed all-star collective called Something Else!

His Grammy acknowledgements include nods for “Best Large Jazz Ensemble” with Mingus Big Band’s 2011 “Live at Jazz Standard” and a nomination for “The Centennial Sessions” in 2024. With Roy Haynes, the ensemble was recognized for “Birds of a Feather: A Tribute to Charlie Parker”.

He performs in NYC clubs and tours all over with his own ensemble (including Billy Hart & Joe Martin, collaborating with Eric Alexander), featuring in festivals and clubs worldwide.

Presented by The Jazz Purveyor, with support from The Live Music Society.

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Please Note: MONKS JAZZ IS NOW A FULL SERVICE BAR. As part of this transition, Monks Jazz is no longer a BYOB venue. We invite you to enjoy our thoughtfully curated beverage menu and roll with us through the changes! As always, this is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Free parking is available in the area.

First Show: Doors at 7:00pm, Show at 7:30pm.

Second Show: Doors at 9:00pm, Show at 9:30pm.