Past Events
LITTLE JUMBO CREATIVE MUSIC SERIES
Little Jumbo's creative music series functions as a cultural incubator, providing space for the genesis of new musical ideas. Every Monday and Tuesday, we showcase world-class musicians performing original, boundary-pushing work, completely free, no cover charge. This isn't background music; it's music in its purest form: live, unfiltered, and pushing the genre forward in real time. As an incubator, we create space where musicians explore new sonic territories and audiences encounter ideas they've never heard before. Democratizing access to exceptional art is who we are; it's the same philosophy behind everything we do.
Sunday
September
10
2023
Craft: Authors in Conversation with Denise Kiernan and Elizabeth Kostova
**Free // Starts at 4:30pm**
Little Jumbo is pleased to join local booksellers [Malaprops](https://www.malaprops.com) for [CRAFT: Authors in Conversation](https://www.denisekiernan.com/craft), a series conceived and hosted by New York Times bestselling author Denise Kiernan. On September 10, Denise's guest will be Elizabeth Kostova, fellow New York Times bestselling author of The Shadow Land.
After years of interviewing fellow authors at local indie bookstore Malaprop’s, Denise wanted t...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
September
5
2023
Jay Sanders, Jason Krekel, Andy Pond, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Just because there's a banjo in the band, don't expect your grandpa's bluegrass, or any bluegrass for that matter, from these lifelong friends. Its simply a musical appreciation society.
Jay Sanders: Guitar
Jason Krekel: Fiddle
Andy Pond: Banjo
Zack Page: Bass
Alan Hall: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
September
4
2023
The Page Brothers Quartet
Twin brothers Andy and Zack Page have been playing music together since.... conception? Their shared life experiences result in a unified sound and unusual affinity whenever they share a bandstand. As the Page Brothers Quartet, the brothers are joined by creative, like-minded sidemen who share the desire to present a diverse program of material that honors the jazz tradition while looking to the future.
Andy Page: Guitars
Zack Page: Basses
Keith Davis: keys
Byron Hedgepeth: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
August
29
2023
Jason Moore, Mike Holstein, & Justin Watt
Jason make wind, Justin hits things with sticks, Mike ties his fingers into knots... These are just a few of the experiences you might encounter when these fearless adventurers take you on a musical odyssey!
Jason Moore: Sax & Electronics
Mike Holstein: 7-String Guitar/Bass
Justin Watt: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
August
28
2023
Will Boyd's Tribute to Wayne Shorter
Come join us as we celebrate the rich legacy left behind by one of the true jazz masters Wayne Shorter. He has been a part of the Jazz Mesengers, Weather Report, Miles Davis Quintet, and collaborator with Carlos Santana just to start. Not to mention the long list of his compositions that have become an important part of the jazz lexicon.
Will Boyd: Saxes
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Bill Bares: Piano
Josef Butts: Bass
Alan Hall: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
August
22
2023
Michael Rabinowitz
Whether blowing bebop over a Mingus tune or freely improvising with Anthony Braxton, Michael Rabinowitz's contributions have changed the conception of what the bassoon can do. Since graduating with a BFA in music performance from SUNY at Purchase in the late seventies Michael's improvisatory skills opened the door for the bassoon to enter a variety of musical environments not traditionally associated with the instrument.
He has recorded with Ira Sullivan, Red Rodney, Wynton Marsalis, John ...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
August
15
2023
Jay Sanders & Jason Krekel
Jay Sanders: Guitar
Jason Krekel: Fiddle
Bob Songster: Bass
Alan Hall: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
August
14
2023
Asheville Jazz Collective
Composer and Drummer [Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com/) has performed and/or recorded with international jazz artists Lee Konitz, Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Ed Simon, Geoffrey Keezer, Kenny Washington, Rebecca Parris, and Joyce Cooling. He has taught at Berklee College of Music, California Jazz Conservatory, Monterrey Jazz Festival Middle School and High School Summer Camp, JazzCamp West, Cal State East Bay, and Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Camp
Seeking a broader palette for his ...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
August
8
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
[Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com) has been...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
August
7
2023
Michael W Davis
Former Ashevillian, Michael W. Davis is a drummer, educator and recording artist based in Brooklyn who has worked with such artists as Wayne Krantz, Joshua Redman, Jason Moran, Tim Lefebvre, James Genus, Sara Caswell, Cyrus Chestnut, Bob Sheppard, Gregory Tardy, Gregg Belisle-Chi, Bob Lanzetti and many others. He is also a founding member of soul-rock band Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast, with whom he records and tours internationally. He has earned degrees from Manhattan School of Music and C...
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
August
6
2023
AVLFest: The Asheville Improvisational Canvas
Little Jumbo is excited to join AVLFest to highlight Asheville's Improvisational Music scene.
**4:00 - 5:30 Sanders, Page, and Hall**
Jay Sanders: Guitar
Zack Page: Bass
Alan Hall: Drums.
**6:00 - 7:30 Brian Felix Quartet**
Brian Felix: Organ
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Tim Fischer: Guitar
Evan Martin: Drums
**8:00 - 10:00 The Jacob Rodriguez Quartet**
Jacob Rodriguez: Saxophone
Michael Libramento: Guitar
Zack Page: Bass
Michael W. Davis: Drums
Tuesday
August
1
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
[Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com) has been...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
July
31
2023
The Brian Felix Organ Quartet
Brian Felix is widely recognized as an accomplished and versatile jazz keyboardist. He was co-leader of OM Trio, an acclaimed San Francisco-based jazz-rock group that toured internationally between 1999-2004. Brian is active today as a performer and recording artist with his Brian Felix Organ Quartet and other prominent groups in Western North Carolina.
Felix has shared the stage with well-known musicians such as Joshua Redman, Charlie Hunter, Umphrey’s McGee, Sara Caswell, Billy Hart, Joe...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
July
25
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
[Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com) has been...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
July
24
2023
Justin Ray Quintet featuring Mark Small
As a professional touring musician and educator, [Justin Ray](https://justinraymusic.com/) recently retired from Michael Bublé’s orchestra where he spent almost two decades as trumpet soloist, vocalist, and arranger. He has toured 45 countries, appeared on Grammy-winning recordings, and has performed at the Sydney Opera House, Radio City Music Hall, and the Hollywood Bowl along with multiple performances on The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show (with both Jay Leno and Jimmy Fal...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
July
22
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Lil Meow Meow
DJ Lil Meow Meow is back for another Saturday night dance party! Come out from 10pm-1am for a guaranteed good time. $5 suggested donation at the door. Keep an eye out for a theme announcement!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
July
18
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
[Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com) has been...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
July
17
2023
Jason Moore, Mike Holstein, & Justin Watt
Jason Moore: Sax & Effects
Mike Holstein: Bass
Justin Watt: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
July
16
2023
CLOSED FOR STAFF APPRECIATION PARTY
Hey, it's the height of summer and we all need to blow off some steam every now and then. Little Jumbo is taking the day off so that we can show some love and appreciation to our amazing staff. Life jackets and summer spritzers highly encouraged.
Saturday
July
15
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with Iffy
Don't miss a special Saturday night dance party with local DJ Iffy! Stay tuned for more details. 10pm-1am and no cover!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
July
11
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
[Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com) has been...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
July
10
2023
The Jacob Rodriguez Quintet ft. Jean Caze
Jean Caze is a Miami-based trumpet player with firm roots in Queens, NY. He has performed with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bublé, and Roy Hargrove, to name a select few. His Haitian heritage shines bright through his recording “Amédé”, infusing traditional rhythms and melodies with his American jazz education and upbringing.
Jean and Jacob (The Core, Coconut Cake, Michael Bublé...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
July
8
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ EK Balam
Little Jumbo is excited to welcome one of Asheville's finest DJs, EK Balam, to the decks on Saturday, 7/8! You might know him from his celebrated nights at Ben's Tune Up, Shakey's, Lazy Diamond, pr many places around town. This is a dance party you won't want to miss! 10pm-1am and no cover.
Admission:
$10
Monday
July
3
2023
The Page Brothers
Twin brothers Andy and Zack Page have been playing music together since.... conception? Their shared life experiences result in a unified sound and unusual affinity whenever they share a bandstand. As the Page Brothers Quartet, the brothers are joined by creative, like-minded sidemen who share the desire to present a diverse program of material that honors the jazz tradition while looking to the future.
Andy Page: Guitars
Zack Page: Basses
Admission:
FREE!
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