The Jazz Voyager
The Buckeye State is the next layover for the Jazz Voyager as he heads to Schwartz’s Point Jazz & Acoustic Club located at 1901 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. The passion of owner Ed Moss, the club operated under his guidance from 2008 until a few months before his passing. This was his home to play the music he composed and where his big band, the Society Jazz Orchestra, could have somewhere to perform.
It opened in speakeasy style with patrons having to know someone in order to be invited to partake of the music and the camaraderie among jazz musicians and enthusiasts. Eventually with popularity comes responsibility and he had to get a liquor license and go legit. His daughter Zarleen took over operations with the zeal of the public and has been presenting top-flight jazz ever since.
The interior of this 1870 flat-iron building is decorated with Oriental carpets lining the walls of this intimate locale featuring a full bar & jazz performances. The cuisine is lauded to offer a healthy, nourishing and delicious fare with gluten free and vegetarian options. This week this Jazz Voyager is anticipating the sounds of the Eric Lechliter Trio from 8:00 pm – Midnight. Because of the intimacy of the space, reservations are highly recommended to reserve a table for two or a party atnd one can do so by calling 513-208-4466. Looking forward to see how far this young man has progressed.
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The Jazz Voyager
The next stop for the Jazz Voyager takes him from Baltimore back to St. Louis, Missouri to a street in midtown, close to the Fox Theater on Grand Street, where the organization Jazz St. Louis, formerly Jazz At The Bistro, is located at 3536 Washington Avenue in the new Harold & Dorothy Steward Center for Jazz, next door to the club. One of the city’s premier jazz presenters bring a mix of top-name national and international performers, up-and-coming musicians and the best local jazz acts.
The intimate two-story club has excellent acoustics and not a bad seat in the house for about 100 people. This weekend I will be experiencing the talented pianist Brad Mehldau at the Ferring Jazz Bistro. Tickets for this performance are $41.50-$46.50. More information can be found on the Jazz St. Louis sight and reservations can be made online or by calling 314-534-3663.
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The Jazz Voyager
From Dallas to the 71901 zip code in Hot Springs, Arkansas is the next journey for the Jazz Voyager to catch a Thursday night session at the Ohio Club with the Clyde Pound Trio. Located at 336 Central Avenue. Known for it 147 degrees Fahrenheit, Hot Springs and the Ohio Club quickly became a destination for a soak in the natural waters that swelled up from the ground.
Established in 1905, the Ohio Club is the oldest bar in Arkansas and with a gambling casino it was a stop off place for celebrities of all walks of life. The club was regularly visited by the likes of Al Capone, Bugsy Siegel, Bugs Moran, Lucky Luciano, Babe Ruth, Al Jolson and Mae West, to name a few. In addition, an entire host of Blues and Jazz performers played though the 60’s.
They serve a cuisine from lite to hearty appetizers, salads, burgers and sandwiches ranging from around $6.00 – $13.00 as well as a full bar to select from. So while there this Jazz Voyager will be delving into some of the delicacies and staying over to take a dip in the springs.
Hours of operation are 11:00 am to midnight Sunday – Thursday, 2:00 am on Friday and Saturday. Must be 21 or older to gain entrance and service. As always, more information can be received by calling 501-627-0702.
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is off to the South Florida pan handle to Miami for a seat in the cellar of Le Chat Noir for a little bit of jazz. This namesake jazz club was originally opened in the Montmartre district of Paris in 1881 by impresario Rodolphe Salis but closed six years later. More than a century later one of his descendants decided to resurrect the iconic establishment and located it in the downtown financial district at 2 South Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33130. He did this with a desire to bring the best of the arts and music to the city.
A former 1940’s bomb shelter, the grotto-like space downstairs with a private club library atmosphere serves a variety of paninis for your munchable delight, they offer a full selection of wine and liquor with your jazz experience. It might get a bit noisy with patron conversation but it is always a surprise as to who will perform, albeit world-class. So check their online schedule for more performer and cover charge information or by calling 305-377-8899.
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is already in the Lone Star State and has visited the jazz spot The Balcony Club to hear Magga 4tet yesterday evening and will be staying through the weekend and checking out The Jonathan Fisher Quartet with special guest Shelley Carrol on Sunday.
The club is located upstairs at 1825 Abrams Road, Suite B, Dallas, Texas 75214 was opened 29 years ago by Burke and Jo Barr. It is a cozy little 1,400 square foot night club that serves up jazz, blues and more so pick your day to get the music you want to hear. Doors open on M-F 5pm – 2am and Sat/Sun 2pm-2am. Most nights there is no cover but as with most venues, I recommend you call ahead.
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