The Jazz Voyager
Nothing like overlooking the City by the Bay as the Jazz Voyager scuttles off to the West Coast for a little jazz at Club Deluxe in the Haight. From the outside, this Haight Street spot looks more like a trashy lounge than a stellar jazz bar situated at 1511 Haight Street (at Clayton), San Francisco, CA 94117. Bringing in local talent event night of the week including live jazz, blues, swing, soul and comedy, serving up wood-fired pizza and slinging solid cocktails, this intimate space is great for dates, but don’t tell too many people: locals like to keep this place on the low.
This swanky retro lounge has bar stools, cushy booths and table seatings where one can sip drinks or dance. Tuesdays call for vintage attire to join the “Church of Frank Sinatra” for a special swing and big band cocktail party. Opens daily at 4:00 pm – 2:00 am, Monday thru Friday and 2:00pm – 2:00am Saturday and Sunday. For more information the number is 415-552-6949 or 415-552-1555. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #music
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The Jazz Voyager
Off to the Nation’s capitol via Reagan National Airport, this week the Jazz Voyager is going to hang out at Twins Jazz Club at 1344 U Street, Top Floor NW, Washington, DC. This Ethiopian-American restaurant has been home for some of the hottest jazz in the city for over 30 years. Its name come from the twin sisters, Maze and Ellen Tesfaye, who run this jazz hangout located on the street once known as The Black Broadway.
Attracting local, regional and national talent, the sisters elegantly make each and every patron feel like they’re home with flowers and candles on each table, baskets and framed photos on the walls. Open on Sunday thru Thursday from 6pm-12am; on Friday and Saturday from 6pm-1am. Live jazz in this intimate 50 seating venue runs Monday – Thursday beginning at 8:00pm and Friday and Saturday at 9:00pm and 11:00pm.
The cover is generally $10-$30 depending on the act with a two-drink minimum per person, per show. Occasionally they turn over the room between shows when required. Anticipating the experience of hearing Dial 251 and enjoying the cuisine which this Jazz Voyager has come to love. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #travel #club #adventure
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is flying off to Houston, Texas to Cezanne upstairs from the Black Labrador Restaurant located at 4100 Montrose Boulevard, 77006. Currently the steadiest place to hear straight-ahead jazz in this town. This small room hosts local artists most nights with occasional touring artists stopping in to perform.
Saxophonist Woody Witt books the club and it is only open Friday and Saturday from 9:00pm -12:00am with two sets each night. General cover is $10.00 except when noted for special shows and events. Parking is available onsite as well as on the street. The club admits on a first come first serve basis and does not take reservations, and the restaurant downstairs offers a limited menu for jazz patrons.
Looking forward to checking out the Bruce Saunders Quartet this Friday evening. More information can be attained by calling 832-592-7464. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager #music
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The Jazz Voyager
Heading back across the pond to New York City, the Jazz Voyager is coming into the city downtown to Greenwich Village to Smalls Jazz Club at 183 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014. A staple on the jazz scene since 1994, it was founded by Mitchell Borden, a former Navy submariner, registered nurse, philosopher & jazz violinist. His initiative was to create an environment that was conducive to jazz music and culture. Under his generous care, a culture of vibrant and newly energized young musicians claimed Smalls as their home base and began to develop their individuality in the music.
This Thursday the Jazz Voyager will be catching an old favorite, Francisco Mela Group from 10:30pm to 1:00am. The cover is $20.00 for the entire evening, Sunday through Thursday with the exception of select shows, so please speak with the doorman.
Fridays and Saturdays the admission is $20 Per Set from 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM on . Patrons will be invited to stay for an extra set depending on availability. $10 Students, generally for the 2nd set and at the discretion of the doorman. $0 Angels, Wizards and Holy People are always free. Smalls never takes reservations, as it is a first come/first serve admission policy. #wannabewhereyouare #jazz #voyager
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The Jazz Voyager
From Copenhagen to London is the flight the Jazz Voyager is on to venture two streets back from Brighton’s pier, where The Verdict jazz club is situated, not in the buzzy Lanes area but in the rather more austere company of the law courts, hence the name at 159 Edward St, Brighton BN2 0JB, UK. Brimming with atmosphere, this purpose-built basement is adorned with original photographs of jazz legends, great acoustics and seats just 60.
If you are unfortunate not to get a seat for the adventurous programming with the Benet McLean-Mark Edwards Quartet, upstairs there’s a cafe that screens the performances. Admission £10-£15, students from £5, live jazz Friday and Saturday, pint £4, booking advised, 159 Edward Street. For more information the phone 01273 674847. #wannabewhereyouare
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