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
March
21
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
March
20
2023
Asheville Art Trio
When the originators of the Asheville Original Music series—bassist Mike Holstein and drummer Justin Watt—teamed up with pianist Dr. William Bares (Harvard ethnomusicology Ph.D and professor of music at UNC Asheville) a decade ago to create a working jazz piano trio, the result was a new musical concept that has blurred the lines between art and entertainment, structure and spontaneity. The group has has evolved a sound that combines elements of global music, Americana and jazz in ways that a...
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
March
19
2023
Daniel Seriff, Jake Wolf, and Alan Hal
Daniel Seriff, Jake Wolf, and Alan Hall explore the boundaries of modern electric jazz with a trio that features original music as well as songs by everyone from Patsy Cline to Radiohead. The music they create is inventive, ethereal and dynamic, showcasing each players, extraordinary talents, resulting in an evocative sound that both comforts and excites the listener.
Daniel Seriff: electric guitar and effects
Jake Wolf: electric bass and effects
Alan Hall: drums and percussion
Saturday
March
18
2023
Saturday Night Dance Party with the Free Range DJ
We'll be slingin' drinks and spinnin' tunes every Saturday from 10p - 1a. Sweat bands and leg warmers optional, but encouraged!
**No cover — 21+**
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
March
14
2023
Kafka's Hat
With the rain falling
surgically against the roof,
I ate a dish of ice cream
that looked like Kafka's hat.
*~Richard Brautigan*
Jay Sanders: Guitar and Effects
Zack Page: Bass and Effects
Taylor Pierson: Keys and Effects
Micah Thomas: Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
March
13
2023
Justin Ray Sextet
What else can be said about Asheville's most sophisticated musical ambassador? When Justin supplicates the muse, she listens, and you will too!
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Justin Ray (trumpet)<br />
Dylan Hannan (sax)<br />
Nick Garrison (trombone)<br />
Brian Felix (organ)<br />
Tim Fischer (guitar)<br />
Justin Watt (drums)
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
March
11
2023
Tuesday
March
7
2023
Jay Sanders, Jake Wolf & 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.
Jay Sanders: Guitar and Effects
Jake Wolf: Bass and Effects
Alan Hall: Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
March
6
2023
The Page Brothers Meet Wes Montgomery
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, they 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.
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Andy Page: Guitars<br />
Zack Page: Basses
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
March
4
2023
Tuesday
February
28
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.
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Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
February
27
2023
The CORE
The CORE returns to Little Jumbo! Come enjoy piquant cocktails and titillating tunes from Asheville's most prodigious jazz quintet.
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Justin Ray: Trumpet<br />
Jacob Rodriguez: Saxophone<br />
Bill Bares: Piano<br />
Zack Page: Bass<br />
Evan Martin: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
February
25
2023
PJ DJ Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Lil Meow Meow
You heard that right. We’re having a pajama party. Can’t wait to see you there 💋
Thanks to everyone who comes out to these dance parties. Y’all are so much fun and I am excited to do it with you again. Needless to say, pajamas are encouraged. 💤
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
February
21
2023
Celebrate Mardi Gras w/ 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.
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Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
February
20
2023
Asheville Jazz Collective
Drummer Alan Hall, seeking a broader palette for his compositions, has added several new musicians to his quintet, Asheville Jazz Collective.
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For this Little Jumbos date, Alan Hall, Bill Bares (keys), Josef Butts (bass) and Dylan Hannan (reeds) will be joined by
Christian Howe on violin, Allen Watsky on acoustic guitar and Ariana Varvaro on oboe.
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The new line-up will definitely bump up the eclectic factor! We hope you can come along for the ride.
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Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
February
19
2023
The E'Lon JD Trio
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E’Lon Bruce Jordan-Dunlap a.k.a E’Lon JD is an American bass player, songwriter, performer and educator. E'Lon has performed on stages as far east as Almaty, Kazakhstan and as far west as Los Angeles, California and can be found on tour anywhere in between. His sound combines elements of soul, funk, jazz, and rock and could be described best as groovin', melodic ...
Tuesday
February
14
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.
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Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
February
13
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!
Sunday
February
12
2023
The E'Lon JD Trio
E’Lon Bruce Jordan-Dunlap a.k.a E’Lon JD is an American bass player, songwriter, performer and educator. E'Lon has performed on stages as far east as Almaty, Kazakhstan and as far west as Los Angeles, California and can be found on tour anywhere in between. His sound combines elements of soul, funk, jazz, and rock and could be described best as groovin', melodic driven, feel good music. He has recorded with acts such as, Phony Ppl, and The Gregory Bros., and has shared the stage with Belá Fle...
Tuesday
February
7
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.
<br /><br />
Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
February
6
2023
Asheville Art Trio
When the originators of the Asheville Original Music series—bassist Mike Holstein and drummer Justin Watt—teamed up with pianist Dr. William Bares (Harvard ethnomusicology Ph.D and professor of music at UNC Asheville) a decade ago to create a working jazz piano trio, the result was a new musical concept that has blurred the lines between art and entertainment, structure and spontaneity. The group has has evolved a sound that combines elements of global music, Americana and jazz in ways that a...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
January
31
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.
<br /><br />
Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
30
2023
Fly Casual Organ Quartet featuring Brian Felix
Brian Felix is Associate Professor and Chair of the Music Department at UNC Asheville, where he teaches classes on jazz theory and improvisation, jazz history, keyboard skills, music business, the Beatles and the Grateful Dead. He was co-leader of OM Trio, an acclaimed jazz-rock group that toured internationally between 1999-2004. More info at <a href="http://www.brianfelix.com">brianfelix.com</a>.
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Fly Casual Organ Trio will bring an evening of swinging and soulful organ jazz t...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
January
24
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.
<br /><br />
Jay Sanders ~ Guitar and Effects<br />
Zack Page ~ Bass and Effects<br />
Alan Hall ~ Drums and Percussion
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
23
2023
Justin Ray Sextet
What else can be said about Asheville's most sophisticated musical ambassador? When Justin supplicates the muse, she listens, and you will too!
<br /><br />
Justin Ray (trumpet)<br />
Dylan Hannan (sax)<br />
Nick Garrison (trombone)<br />
Brian Felix (organ)<br />
Tim Fischer (guitar)<br />
Justin Watt (drums)
Admission:
FREE!
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