Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the JJ Johnson Quartet! J.J. Johnson - Drums Sam Pankey - Bass Sean Giddings - Keys Eli Menezes - Guitar Growing up in San Antonio and Austin, TX, JJ Johnson has built a tremendous reputation as a masterful drummer with his polyrhythmic grooves and pin-dropping dynamics coupled with his thunderous power and intensity. He has backed some of music’s most talented artists such as Tedeschi-Trucks Band, John Mayer, Lenny Kravitz, Sugarland, Doyle Bramhall II, Boz Scaggs and many others. "You've got to put the work and time in, to be armed and prepared, Being in position is being in any position. Then, also doing it with feeling, and learning from it. Those are important principles for me. The camaraderie of a unit on tour and the energy of playing for a live audience is incredibly special. When the lights go down and everyone hits the stage, it brings you to life and reminds you what you’re here to do.” JJ currently resides in Austin, TX and is endorsed by Gretsch Drums, Istanbul Mehmet Cymbals, Vic Firth sticks, Remo drumheads and DW Hardware. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for AJS Presents: Jessica Healey Quintet | Tribute to Jon Hendricks! Jessica Healey - Vocals Elias Haslanger - Saxophone Tommy Howard - Guitar Sam Pankey - Bass Brandon Guerra - Drums Jessica Healey is a full-time singer-songwriter and jazz vocalist in Austin, Texas. Originally from Fort Worth, she joined the local live music scene just over a year ago and has quickly built a name for herself in Austin and beyond. Jess performs as lead vocalist and bandleader for her straight-ahead jazz ensemble, the Jessica Healey Quintet. She has been featured in ensembles led by renowned musicians such as Gerry Gibbs, Mike Sailors, and Kevin Lovejoy. Jess is also the songwriter, bandleader, guitarist, and vocalist of her indie-pop band, which showcased at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival. Drawing from rock, folk, soul, and jazz influences, she’s been compared to artists like Madison Cunningham, Fiona Apple, and Corinne Bailey Rae. Known for her brutally honest lyrics and unique sound, Jess has earned showcases with both SoFar Sounds and the Austin Music Love Concert Series. Stream her music, follow her on socials, and check out her website to stay posted on upcoming shows and new releases—like her debut EP in the spring! ——— Make a donation to be recognized: Supporter Level: Donate $50 or more, and we'll mention your name as a Supporter of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series, as part of the mission to creating more sustaining performance opportunities for Austin jazz musicians! Sponsor Level: Donate $100 or more, you’ll be recognized as a Sponsor of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Eli Menezes Quartet! Eli Menezes - Guitar Matt Chiasson - Saxophone Ryan Hagler - Bass Daniel Watson - Drums Eli Menezes is a Brazilian multi-instrumentalist, arranger and producer based out of Austin and New York City. His talent began at the early age of 12 while playing guitar, bass and keyboards in church and local bands in Rio de Janeiro. Since moving to NYC in the Spring of 2000 he’s been to over 60 countries and has worked with a diverse spectrum of artists and musicians from every style such as: Lauryn Hill, Richard Bona, Rita Ora, Faith Evans, Common, Ashanti, Estelle, Thalia, Fred Hammond and David Bisbal among many others. Eli currently lives in Austin, TX and is deeply involved in the Austin recording and live music scene where he often plays with Austin based artists such as David Grissom, Andrea Magee, JoJames, The Kill Tony Band, Gina Chavez and also FORQ from Snarky Puppy’s ground up music label. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Jalen Baker Quartet! Jalen Baker - Vibraphone Dayne Reliford - Piano Corey Dosier - Bass Gavin Moolchan- Drums Jalen Baker, born in Washington DC and raised in Houston, TX, is a vibraphonist and composer whose early training involved both classical and jazz. Jalen received his BA in Jazz Studies from Columbia College Chicago. He distinguished himself as a jazz vibraphonist and received several accolades including outstanding soloist at both the Notre Dame and Elmhurst Jazz Festivals. Jalen was accepted as a Graduate Assistant in the Jazz Performance program at Florida State University and in 2019 received his MM in Jazz Studies. During his tenure at Florida State he was chosen as a Ravinia Jazz Fellow in 2018. He has been a performer with the Johnathan Blake Quintet, The Ulysses Owens Trio and Quartet, Jeremy Pelt Quintet, Tim Warfield Sextet, Michael Mwenso, Paul Cornish Group, Leon Anderson Quartet as well as leading his own band in venues all over the country. In 2021 Jalen released his Debut Album “This Is Me, This is Us” which was chosen as the #4 best Jazz Debut of 2021 and in 2023 released his second album “Be Still” that made it as high as #24 on the international jazz charts. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Progger! Brian Donohoe - Saxophone, Keyboards Matt Muehling - Guitar Carter Arrington - Guitar Ryan Hagler - Bass Daniel Watson - Drums What began as a jam session at a rehearsal space in Austin has become an international collection of gifted musicians whose captivating live performances and studio releases have garnered acclaim from fans and publications around the world. Progger is held together by a passion for music that balances sophisticated harmony and melody with visceral beats and riffs. Through four critically-acclaimed releases and live tours supporting acts like Parliament/Funkadelic, Snarky Puppy, and the Funky Knuckles, Progger has developed an international following of devoted fans. Despite the inevitable cancellations caused by the world-changing Covid-19 pandemic, Progger’s constituent members began working with a staggering variety of prominent artists across numerous genres. The likes of Bruno Mars, Jon Batiste, Janelle Monáe, the Black Pumas, Kool and the Gang, and the Kill Tony Show have been keeping various Progger people quite busy. Nonetheless, the band will be rehearsing and performing its piles of new music throughout late 2024 in eager anticipation of producing its fifth album. This show is presented by and supported in part by the Austin Live Music Fund. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Sofia Kriger Quartet! Sofia Kriger - Voice Sander Pinheiro - Guitar James Suter - Acoustic Bass Michael Longoria - Drums Sofia Kriger is a singer, songwriter and improviser. She was born and raised in Brazil. At the age of 16, she decided to move to NYC to study music and pursue a career. She graduated from the New England Conservatory with a Bachelor's in Jazz Performance, and her music currently embraces a variety of styles and sounds, including Brazilian music, jazz and pop. Sofia has also lived in South Korea for a music residency before she moved to Austin in 2024. Throughout her career, she has performed in several renowned venues including Jordan Hall, The Velvet Note, High Museum of Art and The Museum of Fine Arts. In her past, she was the co-leader of the Mojubá Ensemble, a modern world-jazz quintet that explored the meeting points between Afro-Brazilian and Afro-Cuban music. She also led the Solos de Ave Ensemble, a group that explored and reconstructed music of renowned Brazilian composers. Sofia also co-leads the Sofia and Sander project, with Brazilian singer/guitarist Sander Pinheiro. This project emerged when Sofia and Sander started creating and performing their arrangements of different types of World music (in Portuguese, Spanish, and English), including Brazilian music, jazz and pop. Since then, they have been recording original compositions and arrangements, and performing in several venues around the US. Their Brazilian roots from the Southeast and Northeast along with their experiences in different genres is what characterizes Sofia and Sander. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Bidwell/Marshall Quintet! Paulo Santos - Saxophones Erik Telford - Trumpet Sam Pankey - Bass Jaron Marshall - Piano Stephen Bidwell - Drums Stephen Bidwell and Jaron Marshall have been members of Austin’s psychedelic-soul hitmakers, Black Pumas, since their breakout in 2019. Often on the road—in bus lounges, green rooms, and hotels—one would say to the other, “We should book a hard bop date when we’re home for a minute.” When a date finally became available, they called some friends and selected a setlist featuring some of their favorite tunes from the funky early-'60s Blue Note catalog. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Eloise Carter Walne Quintet! Eloise Carter Walne - Vocals Gil Del Bosque - Tenor Saxophone Dan Redner - Piano James Suter - Double Bass Aaron Parks - Drums Growing up as the sole Ella Fitzgerald and Natalie Cole enthusiast in the household, Eloise’s passion for jazz blossomed naturally. She began voice lessons at age 13 at the San Fransisco Conservatory of Music. In high school, she shifted to an independent coach, oscillating her study between musical theater and jazz traditions. While studying Theater and Education Psychology at Sarah Lawrence College, Eloise’s step-father encouraged her desire to sing by producing a house concert series during her semester breaks from school. After receiving her bachelors degree, Eloise attended The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater, a two year acting conservatory in New York City. Her postgraduate pursuit of music began as side project with a friend as a way to feel invigorated while auditioning. A few gigs later, Eloise decided to investigate a career in music more seriously. Now she is fresh out of the Tribeca Jazz Institute’s Vocal Intensive, taught by Lucy Yegazarian. An emerging artist in both the acting and music fields, Eloise was recently in a short film premiering at the Austin Film Festival, is working on a Shakespeare adaptation entitled Gents Can’t Measure, writing her first short film script, and planning to release her debut EP in 2025. With deep Texas roots, she’s thrilled for her debut at Monks Jazz Club in Austin. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Ephraim Owens Quintet! Bill TBA Austin Music Hall of Fame inductee, Ephraim Owens, began playing trumpet in elementary school, continued his music education at the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas, Texas, and eventually earned a music scholarship to Texas State University, where he studied under Dr. James Polk. After moving to Austin, Texas in 1994, Owens quickly became a fixture in the city's thriving music scene. In addition to leading numerous jazz ensembles in the Austin area, Owens has also been a member of the Tedeschi Trucks Band since 2015. He has toured and recorded with Mumford and Sons, Sheryl Crow, Patty Griffin, Gary Clark Jr., Alejandro Escovedo, Jimmie Vaughan, Okkervil River, and many others. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Horace Bray Trio! Horace Bray - Guitar Mike Luzecky - Bass Matt Young - Drums Horace Bray is a guitarist, composer, and producer based in Los Angeles, California. Horace studied jazz performance and music theory at the University of North Texas (UNT). As part of the internationally recognized jazz studies program, he was the first undergraduate in 15 years to hold the guitar chair in the Grammy nominated One O’clock Lab Band. After graduating from UNT in 2015, Horace debuted his self produced and critically acclaimed jazz album, Dreamstate, before moving to New York City. While living in New York City, Horace released two singer/songwriter EPs which are now found under the name “H. Bray”— How It Ends and Rosa. In addition to performing his own music, Horace has played for Maggie Rogers, Benson Boone, Blu Detiger, India.Arie, Jordan Fisher, Taylor Dayne, Sofia Carson, Sam Fischer, John Splithoff, Michael Blume, Abir, Jordin Sparks, Dove Cameron, Victor Ray, and more. Horace is an accomplished educator, teaching college clinics on improvisation, jazz, and songwriting around the world. After moving to Los Angeles in 2019, Horace launched a lofi hip hop project, Felty, under the Dutch label Chillhop. The debut EP, Movement, received 600k plays in the first month and features producers Blue Wednesday, Ezzy and G Mills. Horace has amassed millions of views on different platforms and has attracted over 134K international followers. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Sweet Megg! Sweet Megg - Vocals Ryan Hagler - Bass Daniel Dufour - Drums ...More TBA! Sweet Megg is set to bring her captivating voice and magnetic stage presence to Monks in Austin, Texas for an unforgettable night of jazz standards. Accompanied by her stellar 4-piece band, Megg will transport the audience through the rich traditions of jazz, blending the soulful blues of Billie Holiday with the swinging rhythms of Anita O'Day. Known for her deep emotional resonance and dynamic vocal delivery, Sweet Megg has become a favorite among jazz enthusiasts for her ability to reinterpret classic tunes with a modern flair while staying true to their roots. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Austin Django Project | Django Reinhardt's Birthday Celebration: Year Two! Jamey Cummins - Guitar Jacob Harrell - Guitar Jan Flemming - Accordian Allen Cileli - Violin Phil Spencer - Bass Lead by Jamey Cummins, The Austin Django Project is a collective of Austin-based guitarists and string players. Honoring one of the greatest to ever do it, the collective brings to life the inspired work of the father of Gypsy Jazz, Django Reinhardt. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for E.A.R.S. | Easley/Arrington/Read/Satterwhite! Aaron Easley - Drums Carter Arrinton - Guitar Matt Read - Guitar Billy Satterwhite - Bass For over 20 years, Aaron Easley has been one of the most in-demand drummers in Austin, Texas. His regular projects include the Kenny Williams Quartet, Double Vision with John Mills and Hank Hemsoth, the Tony Bray/Toro Flores Quintet, Kevin Flatt and Friends, and the Urban Achievers Brass Band. He’s also performed and recorded with some of Austin’s finest musicians, including Adrian Ruiz, Gabriel Santiago, Andre Hayward, Ephraim Owens, Mitch Watkins, Elias Haslanger, Alex Coke, Rich Harney, Tony Campise, Jeff Hellmer, and John Fremgen.  Aaron is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the jazz department at Austin Community College, and has worked with some of the most prestigious High School and Middle School music programs across Central Texas. Drumlines under his instruction have won both the PASIC and Lone Star drumline competitions, and his private students have achieved Texas All-State honors in Jazz Band, Concert Band, and Orchestra. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and New York University, he’s studied with such jazz icons as Ari Hoenig, John Scofield, Chris Potter, Wayne Krantz, Jean-Michael Pilc, and Brannen Temple. Carter Arrington’s lifetime of professional live performance and academic training has made him one of the most sought-after guitarists in Austin. Growing up in Roanoke, Virginia, Carter discovered the guitar at age twelve, and his passion for music solidified during a trip to Berklee’s summer guitar sessions in Boston. Later, in Atlanta, he attended the Atlanta Institute of Music while still in high school and eventually taught classes there. Moving to Austin in 2003 to attend The University of Texas, he immersed himself in the city’s vibrant live music scene, balancing study, instruction, and performance. Driven and dedicated, Carter Arrington continues to make music the center of his life, earning a reputation for excellence in every endeavor. Matt Read is an Austin, TX based guitarist, composer and private instructor. Matt began his professional career at the age of 16 while recording a guest solo on the track “Brave New World” by Dallas based band Blu Shale. Matt would soon be asked to join that band and play shows around the Dallas/Ft. Worth area for several years. At the age of 19 he started teaching privately at The Master’s Touch School of Music in Grapevine, TX while also studying jazz guitar at The University of North Texas under guitarists Joe Lee and Fred Hamilton. In 2009 Matt was awarded a scholarship to study at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. Matt studied composition, arranging, and jazz guitar with guitarists Tim Miller, Julian Lage, and other outstanding faculty members. Now residing in Austin, TX for over 10 years, Matt has established himself as an in demand guitarist and teacher known for his outstanding tone, time, taste, and professionalism. Matt is also proud to be a Collings Guitars artist. Billy Satterwhite is regarded as one of the top call double bassists for Jazz and Improvised music in Central Texas. Born and Raised in Houston, he found a love for the Double Bass late in his teenage years, and quickly dove head first into Jazz and Classical music. He studied Jazz and Improvisation at Texas State University and The University of Michigan, where he studied with legendary Detroit bassist Robert Hurst and the late great pianist Geri Allen. He arrived in Austin in 2012, establishing his roots in the local music scene. In addition to performing Billy is passionate about teaching, and as one of the few Suzuki Method trained double bass instructors in Texas he has helped students from ages 5 to 50+ find joy in playing the bass. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the UT Jazz Faculty Ensemble | “The Music of Billy Strayhorn” Directed by Diego Rivera, Director of Jazz Studies Diego Rivera - Saxophone Mike Sailors - Trumpet Paul Deemer - Trombone Bruce Saunders - Guitar Ross Margitza - Piano John Fremgen - Bass Adam Jackson - Drums The University of Texas Jazz Faculty Ensemble is a dynamic collective of world-class musicians and educators performing programs that span the full spectrum of jazz. Under the direction of Diego Rivera, Director of Jazz Studies at UT Austin, the ensemble showcases the exceptional talent and versatility of the university’s jazz faculty. Comprising seasoned professionals who are deeply committed to both performance and pedagogy, the ensemble performs a rich blend of original compositions, inventive arrangements, and timeless jazz standards. The ensemble offers a unique and vibrant sound, reflecting the individual voices of its accomplished members, each a respected performer and educator. While upholding the traditions of jazz, the group also pushes its boundaries, producing innovative music that exemplifies the excellence and forward-thinking spirit of the University of Texas jazz program. The ensemble’s performances are a testament to the faculty’s deep expertise, creative energy, and collaborative spirit. Each concert showcases the seamless intersection of artistry and education that defines the UT Austin jazz community. Regularly performing throughout the academic year, the University of Texas Jazz Faculty Ensemble remains a vital part of Austin’s rich cultural landscape, inspiring audiences with both technical brilliance and emotional depth. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Laura Anglade/Ben Rosemblum Quartet! Laura Anglade - Vocals Ben Rosenblum - Piano/Accordion Marty Jaffe - Bass Ben Zweig - Drums French/American singer Laura Anglade is reminiscent of many of the great traditional vocal stylists of the 20th century, but her voice is uniquely her own. As she digs emotionally and eloquently into a lyric, her story-telling abilities portray a soul beyond her years. Her debut release, ‘I’ve Got Just About Everything’ (Justin Time Records, 2019) saw the vocalist, along with her quintet, fearlessly plunging headlong into a wide range of material drawn from both the Broadway stage as well as the Great American Songbook. On her Juno-nominated sophomore recording, ‘Venez Donc Chez Moi’ (Justin Time Records, 2022), Laura teams up with Montreal guitarist Sam Kirmayer and New York based accordionist Benjamin Rosenblum on two tracks. It is an homage of sorts; a nod to Laura’s beloved France. The record features French classics made famous by Barbara, Charles Trenet, Edith Piaf, and Michel Legrand to name a few. Laura leads an active international touring schedule and has performed at venues including Olympia (Paris), Royal Festival Hall (London), Town Hall (New York City), the Ace Theatre Hotel (Los Angeles), and the main stage at the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. She opened for Gregory Porter at the Victoria Jazz Festival (summer 2022), and Melody Gardot (fall 2022), joining her across the east and west coasts of the US and Europe. She is currently based in Toronto. Award-winning New York City jazz pianist and accordionist Ben Rosenblum has been described as “mature beyond his years,” (Sea of Tranquility), an “impressive talent” (All About Jazz), who “caresses [the music] with the reverence it merits” (Downbeat Magazine). Since the release of his debut trio album, Instead (4 stars, Downbeat), Rosenblum has toured extensively with his trio and sextet throughout the United States, including multiple trips to the Northeast, Midwest, South and West Coast, as well as internationally in Canada, Europe and Japan. He was a featured soloist at Carnegie Hall's Stern-Perelman Auditorium – with Reona Ito's New York Harmonic Band – and has appeared at prestigious venues throughout the world, including at the Appel Room at Lincoln Center, Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Ravinia, Himawari-No-Sato Concert Hall in Yokohama, Bird's Eye in Basel and the Library of Congress. Rosenblum's second trio album in 2018, River City, was called “richly romantic” and “well-realized” by JAZZIZ Magazine, which featured the title track as part of their Best of Fall 2018 CD. Rosenblum released his third album, Kites and Strings, in 2020, which is the first to feature him on both piano and accordion alongside his new sextet, the Nebula Project. In 2020, the Nebula Project was voted runner-up for Best New Artist in JazzTimes' Readers' Poll. After the Nebula Project's follow-up album in 2023, A Thousand Pebbles, Rosenblum was featured in an article in Downbeat Magazine's May 2023 issue. Rosenblum has been privileged to share the stage with many highly acclaimed jazz musicians, including extensive work with Curtis Lundy, Winard Harper, Deborah Davis and Chris Washburne, as well as appearances with Bobby Watson, Sean Jones, TS Monk, Warren Wolf, Eliot Zigmund, and many others. Rosenblum's musical interests also extend beyond jazz to include work in numerous world music scenes, including musical styles from Brazil, Peru, Croatia, Bulgaria, India, Ireland, Jewish traditions and more. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for the Bruce Saunders Quintet! Bruce Saunders - Guitar Joel Frahm - Tenor Sax Andy Langham - Piano James Suter - Bass Daniel Dufour - Drums Bruce Saunders is a guitarist, composer and educator currently residing in Austin, TX. After receiving his Masters degree in jazz/classical guitar from the University of North Texas in 1986 he moved to New York City where he was a resident until late 2013. During his tenure in NY he recorded, performed and toured with some of the worlds best jazz musicians. Since moving to Austin he has played with many of the world class jazz musicians in the city and state. Saunders is currently a lecturer at the University of Texas/Austin’s Butler School of Music where he teaches private guitar lessons and a faculty member of Berklee’s Online University (BOL) where he developed and teaches two jazz guitar courses. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for AJS Presents: Joshua Alderete and the Fellowship! Joshua Alderete - Drums Mark Scott III - Guitar Dan Thomas - Saxophone Mike Perez - Bass Joshua finds great fulfillment as a founding member of The Fellowship, a band celebrated for its fusion of Jazz, Funk, Neo Soul, Bebop, Latin and many, more influences. In 2018, The Fellowship was formed in San Marcos, Texas. The ensemble flourished, as a collective project led by visionary musicians. Together with Joshua Alderete's dynamic drumming, they form a cohesive musical unit that embodies the spirit of collaboration and unity. Through their collective talents, The Fellowship continues to inspire audiences, fostering a sense of community and shared passion for jazz music across Texas and beyond. In 2020, the band relocated to San Antonio, Texas, expanding its reach and influence within the local music scene. In 2022, Joshua moved to the bustling city of Austin, TX. This ensemble is comprised of many, talented Jazz artists that share the same passion and drive, for the art. Joshua strives to foster unity within the vibrant Jazz community and beyond. His belief in the power of music to transcend boundaries and connect people from all walks of life fuels his passion for collaboration and musical expression. Joshua's journey with The Fellowship exemplifies his commitment to spreading joy and harmony through the universal language of this art form, reflecting his profound dedication to unity in the global music scene. ——— Make a donation to be recognized: Supporter Level: Donate $50 or more, and we'll mention your name as a Supporter of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series, as part of the mission to creating more sustaining performance opportunities for Austin jazz musicians! Sponsor Level: Donate $100 or more, you’ll be recognized as a Sponsor of the "AJS Presents: Midweek @ Monks" series. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Scotty Graves 4 Peace! Grant Hudson - Guitar Wiley Greene - Keys Sam Pankey - Bass Scotty Graves - Drums Scotty Graves is a New Orleans-based drummer & percussionist. A native of Austin, this show will be his first time leading a band in his hometown. In accordance with his debut solo record, Here at the End of the World, the crowd can expect a high-energy, improv-heavy night of grooves, solos, and everything in between. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm. 

Join us for a live taping and listening-room concert for Courtney Santana! Lineup TBA Courtney Santana has been in music, live music theater, and dance for over 30 years. She has been a featured vocalist and background vocalist on over 15 albums and she has performed with and alongside Brannen Temple, Guy Forsyth, Patrice Pike, Strings Attached, Malford Milligan, Matt Wilson, Nakia, Chanel Haynes, Shinyand more. She has also opened for national acts like Kirk Whalum, Kyle Turner, Salt N Pepa, and Musiq Soulchild. She is currently singing with the world renowned ShinyRibs and performing in venues as Courtney Santana. She releases her first full length album in 2022. As a member of Austin’s theater community, she has performed in some of Austin’s most loved musical performances including Dreamgirls, Fame, Porgy & Bess, and RENT. She also made it to the final producer rounds of NBC’s The Voice twice. Please Note: This is a live-taping, so we'll be enforcing a whisper-policy! Cold bottles of still and sparkling water will be available for purchase, but this event is BYOB. Ice will be available if needed, wine keys and 9oz cups provided! 22 free parking spaces onsite are first-come-first-serve. First Show: Doors at 7:45pm, Show at 8pm. Second Show: Doors at 9:45pm, Show at 10pm.