The Jazz Voyager
Across the Atlantic once more is where the Jazz Voyager is heading to a jazz club that once hosted an impromptu saxophone performance by former President Bill Clinton. The oldest jazz club in the Czech Republic is located in Prague and is the Reduta Jazz Club. Situated on Národní třída 20 just off Wenceslas Squarein the centre of the city, it is close to the National Theatre and was established in 1957 at a time when Czechoslovakia wasn’t exactly enjoying the warm creative breeze of a liberal renaissance by the bassist Jan Arnet, who gave its name from a term for centers of fun and music,
Focusing on fusing jazz with modern progressive styles, throughout the year they also present swing, Dixieland, mainstream, modern jazz, big band compositions, blues, bossa nova and jazz pop. This weekend the Jazz Voyager will be entertained by Doris Lamos and her quartet paying tribute to Billie Holiday. Perfect acoustics makes this one of the best listening spaces and on the list in the top 10 European jazz spots.
Committed to jazz every night of the week kicking off at around 9.30pm has ensured that tourists and locals alike have stoked up a buzzing atmosphere. Intimate in its atmosphere with seating for 100 with a genuine jazz club vibe has a bar serving pilsner straight from a “saxophone” pump.
General admission from €10.50 with student discounts and it is recommended to purchase tickets in advance to secure entry. More information is available at +420 224 933 487. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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The Jazz Voyager
Philly is the next Jazz Voyager stomping grounds for the famous Tuesday night jam session at the Manayunk Brewing Company. The building was originally constructed in 1822 by Ann Dawson as a cotton mill, to take advantage of the key location at the mouth of the Manayunk Canal before its transformation into a brewery with additions restaurant and recognized as a local jazz spot on Tuesdays.
The historic jam session was started by architect and amateur bassist Herman DeJong in 1990 at Mace Thompson’s now defunct 23rd Street Cafe. The jam session has had hundreds of local, national and international musicians and vocalist sit in weekly. Located at 4120 Main Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19127, the venue offers craft beers and a variety of salads, burgers, sandwiches, plates and desserts to delight the palate while listening. For more info on cover and minimums can be attained by calling 215- 482-8220. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is back in New Orleans, Louisiana on the Frenchman strip for a late night of jazz at the Blue Nile. Situated in the heart of the historic Faubourg Marigny district at 532 Frenchman Street 70016, it is one of the longest standing clubs in the city and offers an eclectic array of music as only NOLA does. Housed in a 1832 building, the decor of this intimate space is blue and gold, giving it a ritzy atmosphere.
Reportedly the first building erected and the first club to institute the culture of live music on the street, this Jazz Voyager checked the clubs calendar and will witness to the talents of Kermit Ruffins and The BBQ Swingers. The set begins at 11:00 and as always it is recommended to make reservations and purchase tickets online or at 504-948-2583. No tickets to purchase means availability at the door only 1 hour before performance. Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday music begins around 7:00pm and there is never a cover unless otherwise specified, however, a drink purchase is required. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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The Jazz Voyager
The Windy City is The Jazz Voyager’s next port of call, heading to the Jazz Showcase, founded by NEA Jazz Master Joe Segal in 1947. Located in Dearborn Station at 806 Plymouth Court in Chicago, Illinois 60605.
This venerable bastion of jazz is the oldest historic jazz club in the city, now operated by Segal’s son Wayne, serving as a launch pad for many a career as well as presenting the best national and local jazz talent live every night.
Catching the performance this weekend, the Jazz Voyager will be privy to the guitar artistry of the Pat Martino Trio with Pat Bianchi and Carmen Intorre with two shows at 8:00 and 10:00pm. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $40 VIP at 312-360-0234. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is heading down to Louisiana to visit what has been hailed as one of the best live jazz clubs in New Orleans at 300 Bourbon Street, 70130. Situated on the lobby level just off the main entrance of the Royal Sonesta Hotel, The Jazz Playhouse showcases the city’s greatest jazz talent for the adult crowd. This luxurious, smoke-free venue opens the bar daily at 4PM. Reservations are not required and there is no cover, however, they do require a one drink minimum per person, per set.
This intimate twenty seat venue offers a limited number of $20.00 preferred seating option that allows guest to arrive at their leisure up until 30 minutes past the start of the show but does not guarantee front row seating. Includes complimentary sparkling or still water. The bar menu has a selection of appetizers, sandwiches and entrees to accompany your choice of juices and cocktails. For more information 305-262-5133. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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