Fri, Oct 17
"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Andy Woodson is one of the most in-demand bassists in the central Ohio area, and has been a vital part of the Columbus music scene since 1985. He was Jazz Bass professor at Ohio State University 2004-2018, and is a member of the band FLIPPO.
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Tue, Oct 21
Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Columbus-based artist Christina ‘Chrissy T’ Turner is a multifaceted vocalist, actress and educator, weaving her passion for storytelling into a vibrant artistic journey. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Music Performance from Central State University, Chrissy's soulful and eclectic voice blends various genres captivating audiences across local to international stages. With nearly two decades of experience, she has showcased her talents in numerous theatrical productions, earning acclaim and two prestigious drama awards for her performances. Chrissy released her debut EP, “Metamorphosis,” featuring her breakout single, "Stuck in Limbo," which reached #1 on Amazon Music's UK R&B Hot Releases Chart. As a dedicated performing arts teaching artist with organizations like CAPA, The Lincoln Theatre and The Ohio Arts Council, Chrissy has spent over 13 years teaching, nurturing and inspiring young creatives in Central Ohio. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family, cuddle up with a book, and learn about her family's ancestry.
Fri, Oct 24
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.
Tue, Oct 28
Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Ben Maloney is a pianist, composer, and arranger from Toledo, Ohio. He was motivated and drawn to music early in life, beginning piano lessons at the age of six. This early musical intuition led Ben to explore improvisation and Jazz. He developed his craft within the University of Toledo Music Department, graduating with a Bachelors degree in music performance with a Jazz concentration. During his time at UT, Ben had the opportunity to be mentored by and play with acclaimed Jazz and Classical musicians including Claude Black, Tim Whalen, Gunnar Mossblad, Jon Hendricks, and Tad Weed. He has also had the opportunity the to share the stage with other notable jazz greats such as, Shawn and Darden Purcell, Gilad Atzmon, Vic Juris, Michael Cox, Shawn Dobbins, Bobby Sanabria, and many others. Ben is active in the Greater Toledo and Columbus music scenes, as a new Columbus Ohio resident, as both a bandleader and an accompanist. Notably, he has been featured twice at the Jazz Master’s Concert Series at the Kerrytown Concert House in Ann Arbor, and was a finalist in the 2013 ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Competition. Ben is a member of the creative music group Talking Ear and is the pianist of the Columbus based band Waves de Ache
Wed, Oct 29
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.
Fri, Oct 31
Please note: These performances are not seated and will be general admission/standing room only. Show: $35 Showtimes: 7:00 - 8:30(Doors Open 6:30) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Nathan Paul and The Admirables embody energy in their music, drawing inspiration from legendary forces like James Brown, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Stevie Wonder. Their style fuses hip-hop attitude, James Brown’s dance grooves, John Coltrane’s soaring saxophones, and Miles Davis’ experimental sounds. Prepare for an exhilarating roller coaster of emotions, as they take you on a funk-induced trance, delivering a diverse mix of hip-hop grooves, jazz solos, and funk loops. Don’t miss this epic party!
Sat, Nov 01
“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
Tue, Nov 04
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, Nov 06
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, Nov 07
"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, Nov 07
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, Nov 08
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Olivia Van Goor - Vocals Erik Augis - Piano George DeLancey - Bass Zach Compston - Drums Olivia Van Goor is a Detroit-based jazz vocalist, band leader, arranger, and composer. She has built a reputation for not only being an excellent vocalist, but a creative force not to be reckoned with. Her hard work has yielded two EPs, first “When the Shadows Fall” in 2021 and the second being “Don’t Be Mad At Me” in August of 2023. These recordings have taken her to tour in surrounding major cities such as Ann Arbor, Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Southbend, Chicago, and Pittsburgh. Additionally, she received nominations for Best Vocal Jazz Album of 2021 by the Detroit Music Awards, Outstanding Vocalist in 2023, and recognition by many Michigan-based publications.
Tue, Nov 11
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15-8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Colin Lazarski began playing guitar at the age of 10 and went on to play in numerous jazz and blues bands throughout his high school and college years. After studying at Capital University under local jazz great Stan Smith, Colin became a professional musician in and around central Ohio. An incredibly versatile guitarist, Colin is accomplished in a variety of styles including jazz, blues, rock, funk and even calypso. It is that very flexibility that allows him to easily meld with a wide range of players.
Sat, Nov 15
"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30 - 6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Born and raised in Summit, New Jersey, Andy Sipe started playing guitar at the age of eight. Taking lessons at the School of Rock Chatham, he took lessons for guitar and piano for nine years, being immersed in genres ranging from classic rock to extreme metal and progressive rock. At the age of seventeen, Andy made the choice to continue his studies in music at a collegiate level. First attending The University of the Arts on a scholarship, Andy pursued a degree in music business and technology for one year before transferring to The Ohio State University, where he would complete his studies, and shift his focus towards jazz. Graduating with a degree in Jazz Studies with a concentration in composition and a minor in Music Enterprises, Andy continued his music career teaching guitar, bass, piano, and vocals for the past year and a half.
Sat, Nov 15
Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15-8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Jon Beshay - saxophone Eddie Bayard - saxophone George Delancey - bass James Gaiters - drums Quickly becoming a fixture in the New York Jazz scene, Jon Beshay has proven himself to be a skilled and versatile instrumentalist, performing with a variety of musicians and ensembles from the WDR Big Band in Cologne to jazz titans Eric Reed and Christian McBride and even with playwright Taylor Mac. Often featured on multiple instruments, his ability to transition between multiple instruments has added to his flexible nature as a performer. Originally from southeast Michigan, Beshay’s musical interest first manifested itself while hearing musicians from Detroit’s vibrant jazz scene. Detroit would go on to play a pivotal role in shaping his musical style during his early education as an artist. One can hear the driving hard bop style and blues that is quintessential to the Detroit jazz aesthetic. He has served as musical director for both Winard Harper and Philip Harper, providing arrangements and compositions to both bands that have become lasting contributions to each band’s repertoire. He also served as composer and musical head for the off-Broadway production, (a) Loft Modulation. Written by Jaymes Jorsling and directed by Christopher McElroen, the music added a “vital burst of inspiration” to the production. Currently residing in Brooklyn, Beshay leads his own band performing original works, with regular appearances as both a leader and sideman at NYC venues including Smalls, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Ornithology and Birdland. He is a graduate of Michigan State’s Jazz Studies program and holds a masters degree from Manhattan Schools of Music.