Kareem Kandi Trio :: 03/09/25 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmA native of the Pacific Northwest and producer/host of Jazz Northwest: KNKX Public Radio, Kareem Kandi is a versatile saxophonist and composer with strong roots in the traditions of Jazz, Blues, Classical and Funk, and is in high demand for his talents both on and off the stage. While staying true to musical styles of […]
Pat Metheny: A creative genius :: 02/20/25 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmGuitarist/Composer Pat Metheny started playing guitar at the age of 12 and continues to this day. Winner of 20 Grammys, he’s the only artist to have ever won Grammys in 10 categories. He’s recorded and released over 55 recordings, and in his early 70’s, shows no sign of slowing down. Join us for a partial […]
Swing Dances for All! :: 02/15/25 – 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmJoin us from 3-5 pm on February 15, March 22, May 24, June 28, and 7-9 pm on April 19 for Swing Dances for Everyone, presented by the Manieri Endowment at the Anacortes Public Library.
Nick Biello Trio :: 02/11/25 – 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmSaxophonist/multi-instrumentalist and composer Nick Biello. Nick has shared the stage with world-class artists, such as Slide Hampton, Cedar Walton, the Jimmy Heath Big Band. Nick has been recorded on hundreds of albums, from his own original projects to his work as a sideman for other artists. “Between Light and Shadow”, a collection of original compositions […]
Sharp Five Collective :: 02/09/25 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmThe Sharp Five Collective formed because of their mutual love of post-bop quintet and sextet jazz of the late 50’s to early 60’s and beyond. It was conceived as a collective to provide an opportunity to welcome other like-minded players in the area who love this music to rotate in and bring this material to […]
Janette West Quartet :: 01/12/25 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmJanette West is a jazz vocalist who has been working up and down the West Coast for over 5 decades, fronting R&B, jazz, and big band outfits. Early career highlights include opening for Jimi Hendrix and Tina Turner, but the quartet she and husband drummer/percussionist Marty Tuttle have developed really showcases West’s rich, lustrous alto […]
Jingle Jazz :: 12/21/24 – 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmCome join Anacortes’ own A’Town Big Band for the 5th annual Jingle Jazz concert. A magical evening of your favorite holiday songs performed by a 17-piece big band. Enjoy a wonderful evening of exciting music to brighten your holidays a few nights before Christmas. Sponsored by the Manieri Endowment. Brodniak Hall at Anacortes High School.
Joan Penney Presents “Holiday Jazz with a Twist of Unordinary” :: 12/19/24 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmJoin Joan Penney as she shares some tasty holiday jazz recordings with interesting backstories. Your fancy will also be tickled with some very inventive holiday interpretations. Audience participation moments may break out at any time!
Kevin Woods Trio :: 12/08/24 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmTrumpeter/composer Kevin Woods is emerging as one of the most melodic and emotive voices in improvised music in the Northwest. Woods lives in Bellingham, Washington where he is active as a performer, educator and composer/arranger, and serves as Associate Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Studies at Western Washington University. He leads the Kevin […]
Art Farmer’s Music, Life, and Legacy :: 11/21/24 – 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmAmerican jazz legend Art Farmer (1928-1999), was one of the most lyrical improvisers in history. Farmer’s style was characterized by “a sensitive warm tone and a melodic approach to phrasing”. Flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny discusses the music, life, and legacy of his mentor and friend, jazz legend Art Farmer, sharing colorful anecdotes from a decade under […]
