BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//centro - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for centro REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260318T155354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T155354Z UID:10000798-1776456000-1776463200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:JIMMY FARACE - Album release DESCRIPTION:Big Shoulders\, Big Sounds  Album Release Party\nJimmy Farace Trio\nJimmy Farace – Sax\nEthan Philion – Bass\nDevin Drobka – Drums\n\nBaritone saxophonist Jimmy Farace brings his trio to Bar Centro in support of his new album Big Shoulders\, Big Sounds. Following his 2025 debut Hours Fly\, Flowers Die—named one of the Best Jazz Albums of 2025 by All About Jazz and a Top 100 Jazz Album of 2025 by Bill Milkowski—Farace strips things down to a pianoless trio: baritone saxophone\, bass\, and drums. Joined by Ethan Philion and Devin Drobka\, two of the Midwest’s most trusted musicians\, the group explores music rooted in lineage\, risk\, and the thrill of seeing how much three artists can create together. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/jimmy-farace-album-release/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Big-Shoulders-Cover-Art-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T163737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T163737Z UID:10000792-1776366000-1776382200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Jazzy Joan Presents: European Gentlemen of Jazz – Italy\, France & Germany DESCRIPTION:There is such a wealth of outstanding current-day jazz in Europe… which posed a problem for Joan: How could she narrow her selections to a single night? It wasn’t easy\, but she was up for the task. \nWhat you can expect is a night of recorded jazz brought to you by artists from Italy\, France and Germany – specifically\, European gentlemen of  jazz. (A night of European gentlewomen of jazz  is coming soon). \nYou’ll hear a mix of instruments recorded by artists whose names are household names in their respective countries. From Italy\, Paolo Fresu (trumpet)\, Mario Biondi (voice)\, Giuseppi Millaci (bass)\, and Max Ionata (sax). From France\, Richard Galliano (accordion)\, Ludovic Louis (trumpet)\, Manu Katche’ (percussion). From Germany\, Till Bronner and Jeff Cascaro (trumpet and voice)\, Wolfgang Haffner (percussion) and Wolfgang Lackerschmid (vibes). \nGet there early! Joan starts her show at 7pm with an intro of the night’s musical experience. No cover. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/jazzy-joan-presents-european-gentlemen-of-jazz-italy-france-germany/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JazzyJoan_020925-e1739202338360.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T155027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T163304Z UID:10000790-1775937600-1775944800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:MIKE ARNDT II QUINTET DESCRIPTION:Join the Mike Arndt II Quintet for an electrifying evening of jazz at Bar Centro on July 19th from 8:00 to 10:30 PM. Led by the dynamic saxophonist Mike Arndt II\, this stellar ensemble will pay homage to jazz legends John Coltrane\, Chick Corea\, Charlie Parker\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Miles Davis\, Kenny Garrett\, and more. Expect a vibrant performance filled with virtuosic improvisations\, soulful melodies\, and swinging rhythms that capture the essence of these iconic artists. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of classic and contemporary jazz! \nMichael Arndt II – Alto Saxophone \nRobert Martin – Piano \n  URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/mike-arndt-ii-quintet-2/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-6123.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260319T210756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T210756Z UID:10000799-1775851200-1775860200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:MJI PRESENTS: TIERNEY SUTTON & TAMIR HENDELMAN DESCRIPTION:9-time GRAMMY®-nominated vocalist and Milwaukee native Tierney Sutton and virtuosic pianist Tamir Hendelman celebrate the release of their new duo album\, Spring. Recorded live after a run of Spring 2025 tour dates\, the album captures the effortless chemistry between two voices as they bloom through moods that feel hopeful\, tender\, swinging\, and quietly electric. Drawing from a beautifully curated songbook that includes Antônio Carlos Jobim\, Johnny Mercer\, Peggy Lee\, and Paul Simon\, they reimagine these classics with warmth\, restraint\, and a sense of discovery that makes each track feel freshly born\, just like the season that inspired them. Though cut as a live set\, Spring delivers audiophile-level polish\, blending spontaneity with exquisite sonic craft—an album that feels intimate\, alive\, and made for repeat listens as the days get longer and the light shines through.\n https://springthealbum.com/about\n\n\n\nSeating is limited. Get your tickets today!\nDOORS OPEN AT 7 PM URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/mji-presents-tierney-sutton-tamir-hendelman/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MJI-@-bar-centro_April-2026_Tierney-and-Tamir-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T161601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T162542Z UID:10000791-1775764800-1775772000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:YONAT PIVA; Daughter Undone - brooding indie grooves DESCRIPTION:This is music in the act of becoming. Drawing from the wells of jazz\, blues\, experimental indie\, and world music\, the ensemble blends a distinctive voice that ranges from sultry to fierce\, driving bass and electronic layers under blues-infused guitar. \nopening band to be announced \n  \n  \n  URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/yonat-piva-daughter-undone/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG-5436.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T164650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T164940Z UID:10000793-1775332800-1775340000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:ANTHONY DEUTSCH SOLO - An Evening of Musings DESCRIPTION:Join Anthony for an evening of eclectic musings and explorations of tunes ranging from old jazz favorites to pop classics\, folk\, gospel\, originals and beyond! \n“Anthony Deutsch is a Wisconsin-based pianist and vocalist with a passion for improvisation.  Drawing from a vast array of genres and influences\, he performs from the heart\, weaving together jubilant gospel melodies\, tripped-out piano musings\, and classic songs by the likes of Duke Ellington\, the Beatles\, Dolly Parton\, and Muddy Waters – his music spans great distances!  Anthony shines as a jazz pianist\, captivating audiences as a soloist\, with his piano trio\, and through a diverse palette of creative ventures including: Father Sky\, an original music project offering heart-song medicine music for the masses; WITH\, a future-pop duo collaboration with producer Isaiah Leavitt; and Fraktal Frank\, his explorative/production moniker.” URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/anthony-deutsch-jerry-grillo/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Deutsch-Dopo-Tin-Type-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T153126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T170156Z UID:10000789-1775246400-1775253600@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:JULI WOOD with Mrs Fun. & Outer Limits Duo DESCRIPTION:Complex. Sophisticated. Adventurous. The music of MRS..FUN is a unique blend of off-center jazz\, ultra-funk\, spoken word rap\, and neo-cabaret. MRS FUN is Connie Grauer- keyboards and Kim Zick -drums. \nDrummer Kim Zick and saxophonist Juli Wood have performed together over the years in many configurations.  As the Outer Limits Duo\, the MRS. FUN drummer and onetime R&B Cadets saxophonist (living now in Chicago) venture to places explored by jazz avant-gardists such as Archie Schepp and Max Roach in a relentless sonic assault. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/juli-wood-with-mrs-fun-outer-limits-duo/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cidf_mkbhdom10.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260316T151336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T151336Z UID:10000788-1775161800-1775172600@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:JAZZ JAM - every 1st Thursday - no cover + drink specials DESCRIPTION:doors at 7 / no cover URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/jazz-jam-every-1st-thursday-no-cover-drink-specials-23/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T150009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T182156Z UID:10000786-1774728000-1774735200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Los Nenes Del Lago - Sabor Latin Night DESCRIPTION:A vibey night of live Latin music & drinks with Los Nenes del Lago.  Los Nenes del Lago return for another edition of Sesiones del Lago (The Lake Sessions) Part 5 — this time bringing their signature Latin blend to the cozy\, stylish setting of bar centro. Settle in with a cocktail or glass of wine and let the sounds of bachata\, salsa\, and cumbia set the mood. \nDoors at 7pm \n$10 in advance & $15 at door URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/los-nenes-del-lago-sabor-latin-night-4/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Facebook-Post-Fiesta-Latina-Latin-Themed-Party-for-Clubs-Pubs-and-Gigs-Red-and-Blue-Latin-Tropical-Poster-Square.png.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T145842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T145842Z UID:10000785-1774641600-1774648800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:CLAUDIA JOHNSON TRIO DESCRIPTION:Claudia Johnson’s music is an eclectic mix of rock\, pop and contemporary singer songwriter styles and represents various musical influences.  With Paul Westfahl on drums and Chris Newlin on guitar\, both incredible writers and performers in their own right\, the three celebrate an organic and intimate approach to the music. \nDOORS AT 7 URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/claudia-johnson-trio-8/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/CLAUDIA-JOHNSON-SQUARE-GTR-EFFECT-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T145637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T145637Z UID:10000784-1774555200-1774562400@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Troubadours of Rhythm DESCRIPTION:Jon Mroz – string bass \nAidan White – guitar & banjo \nS.A. Anderson – piano \nKyle Samuelson – cornet & trombone \nJon Lovas – clarinet \nDebuting in 2023\, the Troubadours of Rhythm are a captivating journey through time\, skillfully led by string bassist Jon Mroz.  Drawing inspiration from the electrifying ambiance of the late 1920s and early 1930s south side Chicago (and north side Milwaukee!)\, the Troubadours are a musical time machine\, transporting listeners and dancers to an era of exuberance and innovation. \nFrom stomps to rags; from blues to swing\, Mroz and his musical comrades have traveled the country to cleverly revive the syncopated rhythms\, timeless melodies and improvisational spirit that defined the golden age of jazz on the cusp of swing.  This eclectic five-piece combo features guitar\, banjo\, upright string bass\, acoustic piano\, cornet\, clarinet\, trombone\, washboard with vocal shouts and harmonies. \nEmbark on a sonic journey with the Troubadours as they pay homage to the timeless magic of early jazz & blues\, ensuring that its infectious excitement resonates with audiences\, both nostalgic and new. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/troubadours-of-rhythm-9/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Troubadours-Square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T145329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T151206Z UID:10000783-1774123200-1774132200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:MJI PRESENTS: GABRIEL WADE QUINTET DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special performance by a tight-knit ensemble active on the Chicago jazz scene\, performing at venues such as the Jazz Showcase. \n  \nThe Gabriel Wade Quintet is composed of a group of friends who first connected at Northern Illinois University\, though they hail from various parts of the United States. This dynamic ensemble features Jared Schultz on alto saxophone\, Isaiah Jones Jr. on piano\, Nat Lin on bass\, Jonathan Garrett on drums\, with Gabriel Wade on trumpet. \nLittle Rock\, Arkansas\, native Gabriel Wade is a versatile trumpeter\, pianist\, and educator with a rich performance history. He has shared the stage with iconic ensembles and artists such as the Count Basie Orchestra\, as well as Chicago staples like the Clif Wallace Big Band\, Tom Garling Jazz Orchestra\, Marlene Rosenberg Quartet\, and the Afro-Caribbean Jazz Collective. \nAs a sideman\, he has appeared at notable venues\, colleges\, and festivals across the United States\, including various colleges in Wyoming; Dazzle (Denver\, CO); the Bop Stop (Cleveland\, OH); Merriman’s Playhouse (South Bend\, IN); the Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts (Milwaukee\, WI); the Elmhurst Jazz Festival (Elmhurst\, IL); and the Chicago Jazz Festival (Chicago\, IL). As a bandleader\, he has performed on stages in Arkansas\, Milwaukee\, and Illinois\, including Chicago’s Fulton Street Collective\, Andy’s Jazz Club\, and the Jazz Showcase. \nRecent achievements include qualifying as a semi-finalist in the Jazz Improvisation Division for the International Trumpet Guild’s 2024 and 2025 Ryan Anthony Memorial Trumpet Competition\, being selected for the prestigious 2024 Jazz Aspen Snowmass Academy Big Band led by artistic director Christian McBride\, and earning 1st place in the 2024 Tom Williams Jazz Division of the National Trumpet Competition. \nGabriel Wade is also an avid music educator. His roles include Adjunct Professor of Trumpet at Harper College (Palatine\, IL) and College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn\, IL)\, Trumpet Instructor for the Ravinia Lawndale Family Music School (Chicago\, IL)\, Combo Instructor for the Milwaukee Jazz Institute (Milwaukee\, WI)\, and trumpet/piano teacher at the Northern Illinois University Community School of the Arts (DeKalb\, IL). \nSeating is limited. Get your tickets today! \nDOORS OPEN AT 7 PM URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/mji-night-gabriel-wade/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MJI-@-bar-centro_March_2026_Gabriel-Wade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T145049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T145049Z UID:10000782-1774036800-1774044000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:ANDREW TRIM TRIO - jazz and improvised music DESCRIPTION:Andrew Trim is a guitarist and composer. He can regularly be found working with many talented and unique musicians in the midwest region and creating everything from mind-altering improvised flights to tightly contained\, composed melodies. He has released 7 albums as a leader with his groups Hanami\, Retroreflector\, & Dim Lighting. His most recent release\, Ordinary Poems (2024)\, is a duo collaboration with Milwaukee based trumpeter Jamie Breiwick and features the gorgeously sparse instrumentation of trumpet and acoustic guitar. \n\n\n\nFor this performance at Bar Centro\, Trim will lead a trio featuring two of Milwaukee’s very best through an organic mix of standard and original material. Their deeply creative approach to jazz & improvised music\, further enhanced by their decade-long musical relationships with each other\, is undeniable – not to be missed! \n\nAndrew Trim – Guitar\nClay Schaub – Bass\nDevin Drobka – Drums URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/andrew-trim-trio-jazz-and-improvised-music/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/61925359_10161694689030063_1022602052133453824_o.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260221T033949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T034215Z UID:10000787-1773950400-1773957600@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:THE SAM TAYLOR SOUND DESCRIPTION:Sam Taylor is a saxophonist\, composer and educator based in Chicago after spending almost a decade in New Orleans. Originally from South Florida\, Sam has performed with International artists such as The Temptations\, Chicago\, and Marcus Roberts as well as New Orleans jazz legends Jason Marsalis\, Roland Guerin\, Kermit Ruffins\, Wess ‘Warmdaddy’ Anderson\, Ashlin Parker and Steve Masakowski. In Chicago\, Sam has a year round residency at Andy’s Jazz Club with The ‘Mario Abney Quintet’ every Thursday night. He also performs regularly with Milwaukee based quartet\, ‘Heirloom’. In addition to keeping a busy performance schedule\, Sam has taught clinics and masterclasses at Tulane University\, University of New Orleans\, Louisiana State University\, New Orleans Center for Creative Arts High School and the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/the-sam-taylor-sound/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-0902.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T143758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T143758Z UID:10000780-1773518400-1773525600@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:BEN DAMERON QUARTET - modern jazz DESCRIPTION:Ben Dameron – guitar \nSolomon Lindenberg – piano \nHannah Johnson – drums \nEthan Philion – bass \n  URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/ben-dameron-quartet-modern-jazz-3/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Untitled-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T142741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T143110Z UID:10000779-1773432000-1773439200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Russ Johnson Quartet DESCRIPTION:Russ Johnson – trumpet\nMark Feldman – violin\nEthan Philion – bass\nTimothy Daisy – percussion\n\nPerforming a book of new compositions for an upcoming recording following the critically acclaimed “Reveal\,” released in 2023 on Calligram Records.\n\n“From the opening intervals of “Skips\,” trumpeter and composer Russ Johnson’s “Reveal” makes good on the promise inherent in the album’s title. Slyly unveiling interconnected themes and infectious grooves\, the chord-less quartet — an unusual front-line of Johnson’s trumpet and Mark Feldman’s violin with drummer Timothy Daisy and bassist Ethan Philion — revels in a vast palette of sonic combinations and permutations. Along the way Johnson and his associates navigate an impressive range of material\, from the funky odd-meter groove that suddenly emerges in “Skips” to a masterful plunger elegy for Jamie Branch (“The Long Branch”) and a synthesis of the structured freedom of the AACM with lush post-Romantic harmonies (“The Slow Reveal”). “My entire career has been built on playing music in the cracks between ‘modern jazz’ and more ‘improvised’ musics\, says Johnson. “I do not draw a distinction between the two.”” URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/russ-johnson-quartet/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Russ-Johnson-Headshots-June-2022-Web-5-of-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260216T141026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T141026Z UID:10000778-1773345600-1773352800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:GLEEFUL - jazz-funkified Leonard Cohen DESCRIPTION:Gleeful is a Milwaukee-based jazz-funk band consisting of Preston Carr on vocals and drums\, Sam Patterson on keys\, Liam Phillips on bass\, and Tommy Zaliewski on guitar.  They’ve developed a set featuring jazz-funkified hits and deep cuts from the catalog of legendary singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen\, revitalizing these monumental songs with a contemporary\, eclectic jazz-funk sound and a soulful manner inspired by the likes of Bobby Womack\, Steely Dan\, and KNOWER.  Having coalesced through Riverwest/east side music scenes of different genres\, Gleeful revere the musical past and reach into the stylistic future. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/gleeful-jazz-funkified-leonard-cohen/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG-3870.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260212T175511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175511Z UID:10000777-1772913600-1772920800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:JULIA DANIELLE - dynamic jazz vocalist DESCRIPTION:Julia Danielle is a dynamic vocalist\, arranger\, educator\, and composer making a significant impact in the jazz scenes of Chicago and New York. In 2022\, she won the prestigious International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition\, which propelled her into the spotlight\, leading to performances alongside The Tierney Sutton Band at the esteemed Blues Alley Jazz Club in Washington\, D.C. Julia has since headlined her own shows\, showcasing her unique voice and engaging stage presence. \nHer debut album\, released in November 2024\, has received critical acclaim\, with Jazz Weekly describing it as “a fresh voice” with “a folksy wisp that floats with a bohemian glide.” Julia has collaborated with numerous celebrated artists\, including Ben Paterson\, Clark Sommers\, and Sharel Cassity\, enriching her musical experience and expanding her creative horizons. A 2024 Luminarts Winner and recognized by DownBeat Magazine as an “Outstanding Vocal Soloist” in its 46th annual Student Music Awards\, Julia is widely acknowledged in the jazz community. \nCurrently\, Julia is pursuing a Master of Music in Jazz Studies at The Juilliard School\, where she is mentored by renowned artists such as Charenee Wade\, Kenny Washington\, Gerald Cannon\, and Marc Cary. Her studies focus on vocal interpretation\, composition\, and improvisation\, further refining her artistry. Julia’s performance history includes esteemed venues such as The Jazz Showcase and Chris’ Jazz Café\, as well as festivals like The Hyde Park Jazz Festival\, establishing her as a prominent figure in the jazz scene. \nWith a foundation in classical training at Northwestern University and experiences such as touring with the Campanella Children’s Choir\, Julia’s musical journey began early. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from DePaul University in 2023\, where she explored Black American Music and pedagogy under the guidance of esteemed faculty such as Dana Hall and Jeremy Kahn. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/julia-danielle-dynamic-jazz-vocalist/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/7A8A0106-scaled-e1770918824815.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260212T174501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T174501Z UID:10000776-1772827200-1772836200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:BULL FIDDLE FOUR - post-war electric blues DESCRIPTION:Jon Mroz & His Bull Fiddle Four is a Milwaukee-based post-war electric blues combo featuring Jon Mroz on upright bass and vocals. \nMroz\, known for leading the Swingin’ Kools in the 1990s and the early jazz band Troubadours of Rhythm today\, assembled his Bull Fiddle Four to celebrate the raw energy and pioneering sound of late 1940s and early 1950s blues legends like Muddy Waters\, Jimmy Rogers\, and Little Walter. \nThe lineup features some of the Midwest’s most accomplished musicians: \nBig Al Dorn\, Wisconsin’s premier harmonica talent (2025 WAMI winner!) and a protégé of blues icon Jim Liban. \nPaul Stilin\, a veteran guitarist with a storied career in Milwaukee’s blues and jazz scenes. \nTael Estremera\, a multi-instrumentalist whose virtuosic piano playing adds a rich dimension to the band’s sound. \nPatrick Morrow\, a powerhouse drummer of taste who has toured with roots acts across the country. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/bull-fiddle-four-post-war-electric-blues-2/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Untitled-design.png.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260212T174312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T181840Z UID:10000775-1772742600-1772753400@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:JAZZ JAM - every 1st Thursday - no cover + drink specials DESCRIPTION:doors at 7 / no cover URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/jazz-jam-every-1st-thursday-no-cover-drink-specials-22/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260124T170752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T170752Z UID:10000774-1772308800-1772316000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:ALEC BACA'S Jazz In Vivo - Wayne Shorter Tribute DESCRIPTION:Jazz In Vivo is a Milwaukee-area jazz project led by trumpeter Alec Baca with a passion for swing\, bossa nova\, bebop\, and modern jazz. Join them for a night celebrating the music of the esteemed hard bop and post-bop saxophonist Wayne Shorter with a performance featuring many of his greatest works.\n\nAlec Baca (Trumpet)\nLuis Solis (Tenor Sax)\nSam Catral (Guitar)\nAlex Julien (Bass)\n Christian Fox (Drums) URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/alec-bacas-jazz-in-vivo-wayne-shorter-tribute/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alec-Bacas-Jazz-In-Vivo-Square-Promo-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260120T134117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T134117Z UID:10000772-1772222400-1772227800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:BLACK COW TRIO - A Steely Dan Revue DESCRIPTION:  \nNeil Davis – guitar \nEthan Keller – guitar / voice \nEmory Keller – piano / keys URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/black-cow-trio-a-steely-dan-revue/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/503024498_688487893792570_4841688408463368427_n-e1750790678419.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260120T131131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T131131Z UID:10000770-1772136000-1772143200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:FERNANDO FERRARONE QUARTET - jazz trumpeter and alto saxophonist DESCRIPTION:Jazz Trumpeter and alto saxophonist Fernando Ferrarone will be performing with his quartet music from his recently released debut Album titled ‘Now till Forever’.  Fernando is a 2-time DownBeat Award winner on trumpet and alto saxophone.  He is a band leader\, composer and arranger. Fernando attended Berklee College of Music on a full tuition scholarship in Boston. He has performed in various jazz festivals such as the Pompano Beach Jazz Festival\, Monterey jazz festival and the Montreal jazz festival in Canada. Fernando has performed throughout New York City jazz clubs such as Smalls\, Ornithology\, Birdland and many others. He has also performed with bands like La Legendaria Sonora Dinamita and Grupo Rebolu. Internationally he has performed extensively in Peru and Colombia. Beyond leading his own ensemble\, Ferrarone is a sought-after sideman\, having recorded various albums for diverse artists including Tony Succar\, The Horizons Jazz Orchestra and many others. He was also presented an Outstanding Trumpet Soloist Award from Wynton Marsalis at the 2013 and 2014 Essentially Ellington Competition at jazz at the Lincoln Center. \nFernando Ferrarone – Trumpet\nSam Hart – Drums\nBob Bruya – Upright Bass\nRoberto Acosta – Piano URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/fernando-ferrarone-quartet-jazz-trumpeter-and-alto-saxophonist/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Outlook-rrabnk4j-e1768914620898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260115T032914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T160350Z UID:10000767-1771704000-1771713000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:MJI PRESENTS: "A" TRAIN ENSEMBLE DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATING MJI’S AWARD-WINNING STUDENTS FRESH FROM NYC\nSelected through a competitive recorded submission process\, MJI’s “A” Train ensemble has been invited\, for the second year in a row\, to compete in the Charles Mingus Festival & High School Competition in New York City this February. The “A” Train Ensemble was selected as one of only three schools nationwide in the Specialized School Category of this prestigious competition.\n\n\n\nThe ensemble is made up of four dedicated young musicians who have been putting in the work\, week after week\, under the direction of MJI Artistic Director Mark Davis:\n\n\n\n\n\nEmmet Fettig\, alto saxophone\, senior at Fort Atkinson High School\n\n\nSam Caiola\, piano\, senior at Beloit Memorial High School\n\n\nThomas Renz\, bass\, senior at Madison West High School\n\n\nAdrian McCants\, drums\, junior at Milwaukee High School of the Arts\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter returning from New York\, the “A” Train will bring the music home with this special performance\, sharing what they’ve learned with our local community. We would love to see you there and celebrate this milestone together. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/mji-night-4/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/MJI-@-bar-centro_Feb_2026_A-Train.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260115T032450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T034232Z UID:10000766-1771617600-1771624800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:TLALOK RODRIGUEZ QUARTET - latin\, r&b\, jazz DESCRIPTION:Tlalok is a bilingual singer / songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Milwaukee.  Originally from Chicago\, Tlalok comes from a long line of musicians dating back to his great-grandfather\, a composer from Vicente Guerreo\, Mexico.  A century later he keeps the family tradition alive through boleros\, bossa novas\, and vibrant performances channeling the passion of his ancestors. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/tlalok/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/TLALOK-LOGO-SQUARE.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T233000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260115T032150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T155027Z UID:10000765-1771527600-1771543800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Jazzy Joan Presents: Love Songs from the Lost and Found DESCRIPTION:During this month of valentines\, chocolates and kisses\, Jazzy Joan takes us on a tour of love songs. Whether you’re riding high\, bewitched\, bothered and bewildered\, or feeling low\, there’s a ballad for it. \nThe gorgeous voices of Sarah\, Ella\, and Johnny will take us down the road of love paved by George and Ira\, Rogers and Hart\, and Irving Berlin.  \nWe also hear contemporary vocalists Jose’ James\, Martina DaSilva\, Paul Marinaro and others. We may not fully understand love\, but it’s certainly a trip worth taking! \nIt’s a delightful night of recorded jazz with commentary. Her show starts at 7:00\, so get there early! No cover. URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/jazzy-joan-presents-love-songs-from-the-lost-and-found/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JazzyJoan_020925-e1739202338360.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260120T173008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T173008Z UID:10000773-1771356600-1771367400@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:FAT TUESDAY - Big Style Brass Band - no cover DESCRIPTION:7:15 pm Second Line (weather permitting) meet out front! \nReserve a table beforehand at centro for a Jamablaya dinner special!! URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/fat-tuesday-big-style-brass-band-no-cover-2/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 CATEGORIES:bar centro ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-9360.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260115T031747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T160535Z UID:10000764-1771102800-1771108200@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:ANTHONY DEUTSCH TRIO - Singing Songs of Love - 9PM SHOW DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of love and longing; American Songbook classics\, ballads\, a Beatle song or two\, and perhaps a few poems! \nClay Schaub – bass \nDevin Drobka – drums \n\n  URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/anthony-deutsch-trio-singing-songs-of-love-2/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/deutsch_vday_26-scaled-e1768838619942.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260115T031420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T160800Z UID:10000763-1771095600-1771101000@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:ANTHONY DEUTSCH TRIO - Singing Songs of Love - 7PM SHOW DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of love and longing; American Songbook classics\, ballads\, a Beatle song or two\, and perhaps a few poems! \nClay Schaub – bass \nDevin Drobka – drums URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/anthony-deutsch-trio-singing-songs-of-love/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/deutsch_vday_26-scaled-e1768838619942.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T040701 CREATED:20260119T155646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T131630Z UID:10000768-1771016400-1771021800@centrocaferiverwest.com SUMMARY:Lovers and Friends with Faith Hatch - 9PM SHOW DESCRIPTION:Ease into Valentine’s Day weekend with Lovers and Friends\, an evening of heartfelt jazz led by vocalist\, Faith Hatch\, at bar centro. Whether you’re celebrating romance\, friendship\, or simply a love for great music\, Lovers and Friends sets the perfect mood. This special Valentine’s show blends timeless love songs\, soulful melodies\, and swinging grooves in an intimate\, candle-lit setting made for connection. \nTicket information coming soon! URL:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/event/lovers-and-friends-with-faith-hatch-9pm-show/ LOCATION:bar centro\, 804 E. Center St.\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://centrocaferiverwest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG-8162-e1768914954460.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR