Sat, Aug 09
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) James Gaiters – Drummer | Composer | Producer | Educator James Gaiters is a dynamic voice in modern jazz, known for his soulful, high-energy performances and genre-pushing compositions. As leader of acclaimed ensembles MUV-MeNT and SoulRevival, he’s performed at top venues and festivals including the Village Vanguard, Newport Jazz Festival, and Detroit Jazz Festival. His work honors jazz tradition while forging new ground, as heard on his albums Looking Back Ahead, Exodus, and Understanding: Reimagined. An Ohio native and dedicated educator, James continues to inspire on stage and in the classroom. James Gaiters - Drums Myles Twitty - Trumpet Christopher Hoyt - Saxophones Alex Nicodemus - Piano Greg Wolfram - Bass
Tue, Aug 12
Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) New York based guitarist Andrew Hartman is “blazing his own trail” writes Chris Spector of the Midwest Record. A bandleader, composer, and member of numerous groups, Hartman has performed and/or recorded with Chris Cheek, Catherine Russell, Ike Sturm, Mark Ferber and Miki Yamanaka, among many others. His original music is featured on two albums to date, Andrew Hartman and Still Motion and Compass.
Sat, Aug 16
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) BUNKERMAN is a collaborative electronic duo project between Galen Bundy and Travis Aukerman; two established composers and improvisers in their own right. Propelled by new age sounds and genre-bending explorations of jazz, indie, rock, and original compositions, the duo contributes a thoughtful and inspired take on the direction of modern music.
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Fri, Aug 22
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Tony Hagood, an accomplished pianist and composer hailing from Westerville, Ohio, earned his bachelor's degree in music performance from Capital University in 2010. With an international presence, Tony has captivated audiences in countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, France, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and various Caribbean nations. In the United States, Tony's musical versatility shines as he performs in diverse settings, from intimate restaurants to grand stadiums. Juggling an impressive array of roles, he leads his own quartet, trio, duo, and performs solo around six times a week. Additionally, he manages his concert series at the Columbus Museum of Art and the McConnell Arts Center. Tony serves as a staff pianist, lecturer, and instructor of commercial, jazz, and classical piano at Otterbein University. He accompanies several High School Choirs, is a collaborative pianist at Hilliard United Methodist Church, heads his music lessons company, Noteworthy Music, and his booking company, A Note Above the Rest Entertainment. You can hear Tony and his trio the 4th Friday of each month at Ginger Rabbit. Tony's rich performance history includes collaborations with Grammy award winners like Tamika Lawrence, playing for the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and Ne-Yo at a sold-out picnic with the pops concert, playing with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra and Byron Stripling’s quintet, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, and performing with various renowned artists across genres including Broadway and American Idol finalists. Whether accompanying orchestras, playing with jazz ensembles, or working with cover bands spanning classic rock, country, R&B, and more, Tony Hagood's musical prowess leaves an indelible mark on every stage he graces.
Wed, Aug 27
Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) The Jerry Powell Experience is an eclectic band that showcases a variety of talent and artistry. Every show has a rotation of some of the best vocalists in Columbus, OH. Performing a refreshing fusion of Jazz, Neo Soul and R&B.
Tue, Sep 02
Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Born and raised in Minot, North Dakota, Jasmine is the daughter of two music educators. She moved to the Columbus area in 2017 to complete her degree in music education at Ohio Wesleyan University. Jasmine teaches middle school for Columbus City Schools and is a teaching artist for the Jazz Arts Group. Influenced by jazz, blues, soul, funk, and R&B, Jasmine brings a diverse body of repertoire to the table. Catch her at Ginger Rabbit on the first Tuesday of every month (and a stray weekend here and there) for an exciting variety of music featuring some of the best musicians Columbus has to offer!
Thu, Sep 04
Show: $15 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Columbus’s own, Mary McClendon, who doesn’t remember a time when she didn’t sing or want to. She was a featured vocalist with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra (JAG) for 20+ years, performing with the Columbus Symphony, Ballet Met, and producing and acting in acclaimed one-woman Shows that tell the stories of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nancy Wilson. She has shared the stage with many national and international Artists and is a voice over talent for commercials, jingles, and corporate/industrial videos. She can be found locally and in the Tri-State area, leading her own Trio of multi-faceted and multi-talented musicians….Vernon Hairston, Chris Brown, Bobby Floyd, Kevin Turner, Jimmi Love, Bradley Mellen, Jon Eshelman, Tom Carroll, and George DeLancey…to name a few.
Fri, Sep 05
"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Erik Augis is a native of Columbus, Ohio. After obtaining his degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music he returned to Columbus and began work as a freelance musician. Erik has been performing in Columbus for several years and works with many of the area’s well-known musicians and bands including Andy Woodson, Kim Pensyl, Dan Faehnle, Louis Tsamous, Pete Mills, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, Jazz 4 Kids, Vocal Impact, and others.
Fri, Sep 05
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15-8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) A native of Toronto Canada, saxophonist and composer Pete Mills’ discography includes 4 solo titles, with his most recent, 2014’s Sweet Shadow. As a sideman he appears on over a dozen CDs including those by The Columbus Jazz Orchestra, saxophonist Chad Eby, the eclectic ensemble Madrugada, guitarist Stan Smith, The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra and The Paul Ferguson Jazz Orchestra. In addition to his performing, Mills teaches saxophone, improvisation and directs the jazz ensemble at Denison University in Granville, Ohio.
Sat, Sep 06
“Power Hour” Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Robert Mason is a pianist, teacher, and organist from Columbus, Ohio. His personal group, the Robert Mason Trio released their debut album, “State of Soul” in 2019, featuring a blend of jazz and soulful sounds. The group has recently released their second album “State of Groove”, which is now available on all streaming platforms. Robert has performed at venues and events such as: Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival, Columbus Jazz and Ribs Festival, the Lincoln Theatre (Columbus, OH), Ginger Rabbit, The Blu Note Jazz Cafe, Blu Jazz+ (Akron, OH), The Refectory (Columbus), Natalies Music Hall & Kitchen
Sat, Sep 06
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) The one word the exemplifies the music performances of 'The Governor' is diversity. Starting with being classically trained at Capital University playing timpani in the orchestra and the wind ensemble to playing in the jazz lab band. Valuable experience in leading music groups was obtained being the band director at Central High School (now COSI). Jazz being the primary music exposure lead to stints with organ greats Hank Marr, Bobby Pierce and Bobby Floyd. Playing extensive music styles was required to go on the road across the country playing top 40, reggae, and a jazz trio. This experience was put to the ultimate text playing drums in the show band for Carnival cruise line. Not only was it necessary to read big band charts for the production shows but also to back up the Motown singer and a Mexican juggler. Expanded percussion skills created to the opportunity to play bongos for Lil’ Red and the Rooster on their new album. It’s a proven fact that a Governor show will cross all of these musical styles and more!