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.
Tuesday
June
27
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental musica universalis focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
Known for many years for his work with Acoustic Syndicate, the Snake Oil Medicine Show, The E.Normus Trio, Donna the Buffalo, AVAS, and many others, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) has since returned to his musical roots as a composer and guitarist. His debut solo record, Évanescent, (much of which was honed while...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
June
26
2023
Tim Fischer Quartet
Dr. Tim Fischer has participated as an active member in Los Angeles, St. Louis, and the coastal southeast performance communities as a solo artist, bandleader, sideman, and concert organizer. He performs both traditional and modern styles of jazz, as well as contemporary classical and popular music. He also serves as an arranger and composer in a variety of ensemble settings. As a bandleader, he has organized national and international tours, and performed in multiple festivals and concert se...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
June
24
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Lil Meow Meow
DJ Lil Meow Meow is BACK with her legendary monthly dance parties at Little Jumbo. If you've been, you know the drill. If you haven't, this is one to put in your calendar. Follow @djlilmeowmeow on social media for updates!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
June
20
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental musica universalis focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
Known for many years for his work with Acoustic Syndicate, the Snake Oil Medicine Show, The E.Normus Trio, Donna the Buffalo, AVAS, and many others, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) has since returned to his musical roots as a composer and guitarist. His debut solo record, Évanescent, (much of which was honed while...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
June
19
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!
Saturday
June
17
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with The Free Range DJ
On Saturday, 6/17, the Free Range DJ returns with his masterfully curated mix olf 80s and 90ps vinyl with other goodies mixed in. Come dance with us from 10pm-1am. No cover!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
June
13
2023
Bill Bares and Billy Cardine
Master musicians and brothers in Bill, Bares and Cardine will be bringing a mix of jazz, old time, Hawaiian, and world music
Bill Bares: Piano
Billy Cardine: Dobro
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
June
12
2023
J Ray meets the Rahm Squad
Asheville's most sophisticated musical ambassador joins forces with one of Asheville's tastiest musicians. You know you want to sample the flavors!
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Rahm Mandlekorn: Guitar
Asher Hill: Bass
Paul Gladstone: Drums
Tyler Housholder: Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
June
10
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Scotty Styles
We're welcoming back DJ Scotty Styles for his bimonthly dance party Mainstream Time Machine, featuring your favorite top 40 hits from across the decades. Don't miss this one!
**No cover — 21+**
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
June
6
2023
Brian Felix Organ Quartet LIVE RECORDING
In the spirit of the many legendary Live at the Village Vanguard recordings, The Brian Felix Organ Quartet is making a LIVE RECORD at Little Jumbo and YOU are invited to participate! Join us over two nights as our local heroes make their magic. Don’t be shy, we want your cheers, applause, laughter, and presence to be forever captured on vinyl!
*One small detail: Presence in the bar is viewed as an agreement to be recorded. If you’re anywhere near an open microphone (especially the drums) d...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
June
5
2023
Brian Felix Organ Quartet LIVE RECORDING
In the spirit of the many legendary Live at the Village Vanguard recordings, The Brian Felix Organ Quartet is making a LIVE RECORD at Little Jumbo and YOU are invited to participate! Join us over two nights as our local heroes make their magic. Don’t be shy, we want your cheers, applause, laughter, and presence to be forever captured on vinyl!
*One small detail: Presence in the bar is viewed as an agreement to be recorded. If you’re anywhere near an open microphone (especially the drums) d...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
June
3
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with Brandon Manitoba
Come out Saturday, June 3rd for Dancing Therapy with local DJ Brandon Manitoba. Expect party music from start to finish to keep you dancing all night!
**No cover — 21+**
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
May
30
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental musica universalis focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
Known for many years for his work with Acoustic Syndicate, the Snake Oil Medicine Show, The E.Normus Trio, Donna the Buffalo, AVAS, and many others, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) has since returned to his musical roots as a composer and guitarist. His debut solo record, Évanescent, (much of which was honed while...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
May
29
2023
Pavel Wlosok Quartet
The unique sound of the Pavel Wlosok Quintet is an intoxicating blend of jazz traditions including swing, modal, and Latin jazz, along with influences of contemporary twentieth-century music, World music, and Czech folk music. Most of the repertoire is based on original compositions, exciting new arrangements of jazz standards, as well as personal takes on traditional styles of modern jazz ranging from the pre-swing era, through swing, be-bop and cool, to modal and beyond. The Czech-born Amer...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
May
27
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Otto Maddox
Come out Saturday Night from 10pm-1am for eclectic get down vibes from places and times with DJ Otto Maddox!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
May
23
2023
The CORE Live Recording
In the spirit of the many legendary Live at the Village Vanguard recordings, The CORE is making a LIVE RECORD at Little Jumbo and YOU are invited to participate! Join us over two nights as our local heroes make their magic. Don’t be shy, we want your cheers, applause, laughter, and presence to be forever captured on vinyl!
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Jacob Rodriguez: Saxophone
Bill Bares: Piano
Zack Page: Bass
Evan Martin: Drums
One small detail: Presence in the bar is viewed as an...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
May
22
2023
The CORE Live Recording
In the spirit of the many legendary Live at the Village Vanguard recordings, The CORE is making a LIVE RECORD at Little Jumbo and YOU are invited to participate! Join us over two nights as our local heroes make their magic. Don’t be shy, we want your cheers, applause, laughter, and presence to be forever captured on vinyl!
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Jacob Rodriguez: Saxophone
Bill Bares: Piano
Zack Page: Bass
Evan Martin: Drums
One small detail: Presence in the bar is viewed as an...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
May
20
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with Ek Balam
For the first time ever, we welcome local hero Ek Balam to the Little Jumbo dance parties! You might recognize him from his sets at Shakeys, Ben's, and Lazy Diamond, among other Asheville party spots. This is a DJ who knows how to make you move. See you Saturday from 10pm-1am! No cover!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
May
16
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Evan Martin
Every Tuesday, savor experimental musica universalis focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
Jay Sanders: Guitar and Effects
Zack Page: Bass and Effects
Evan Martin: Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
May
15
2023
John Coltrane's "A Love Supreme" with the Justin Ray Quartet
Join us as the Justin Ray Quartet play John Coltrane's "A Love Supreme" in its entirety. Guaranteed to be a magical evening of brilliance.
Justin Ray: Trumpet
Bill Bares: Piano
Zack Page: Bass
Michael W Davis: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
May
14
2023
Daniel Seriff, Jake Wolf, and Jeff Sipe
Seriff, Wolf, and Sipe feaures Daniel Seriff on electric guitar, Jake Wolf on electric bass, and Jeff Sipe on drums. They create music that pushes the boundaries of instrumental jazz music with original compositions and covers of songs by various artists including Radiohead, Patsy Cline, and The Beatles. Their sound is imaginative, atmospheric, and vibrant, featuring each player’s unique instrumental voice.
Daniel Seriff: electric guitar and effects
Jake Wolf: electric bass and effects...
Saturday
May
13
2023
Taco Billy Montford Opening
Starting Saturday 5/13, Taco Billy will be serving food out of their new food truck directly behind Little Jumbo. They have vegan, gluten-free, and [whatever]-friendly dishes. Also, it’s illegal to have alcohol on the sidewalk, so please leave your drink on the table when going out to get your food. If you’d like to bring your drink to the bar, the bartender would be happy to keep an eye on it for you.
Admission:
$10
Saturday
May
13
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Cole
DJ Cole makes his Little Jumbo debut this Saturday! Expect a fun mix of disco, house, and dance music all night long.
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
May
9
2023
Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental musica universalis focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
Known for many years for his work with Acoustic Syndicate, the Snake Oil Medicine Show, The E.Normus Trio, Donna the Buffalo, AVAS, and many others, [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) has since returned to his musical roots as a composer and guitarist. His debut solo record, Évanescent, (much of which was honed while...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
May
8
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
Admission:
FREE!
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