QUINN STERNBERG
2023-11-17 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | bar centro, 804 E. Center St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53212
Quinn Sternberg is an Asheville bassist, composer and bandleader recently relocated from New Orleans and originally from Bloomington, Indiana. His four albums “Weird World,” “Mind Beach,” “Cicada Songs.” and 2023’s “Walking on Eggshells” draw influence from Quinn’s Midwest musical upbringing, his decade performing in New Orleans, and contemporary musical elements. The result is a fresh perspective on the jazz tradition that is simultaneously melodic and groovy, “complex but digestible” (DownBeat Magazine), and soulful while highly interactive. Quinn’s band has wowed audiences at venues ranging from listening rooms to rock clubs to festival stages with their intense live energy. Quinn’s musical approach relies upon providing functional and supportive bass lines, while still generating intense live energy and creative interaction. This individualistic style has made him a much sought after voice in the South, his native Midwest and beyond.
DOORS AT 7

MJI NIGHT - ABIGAIL RICCARDS QUARTET
2023-11-18 20:00 - 22:30
DOORS AT 7

GARRETT WAITE TRIO
2023-11-24 20:00 - 22:30

THE MUSIC OF THELONIOUS MONK - ISAIAH KITTS QUINTET
2023-11-25 20:00 - 22:30

HARRY TONCHEV TRIO
2023-12-01 20:00 - 22:30
Harry Tonchev is a Bulgarian-American jazz guitarist who currently lives and performs in the Chicago and central Illinois area. He holds a B.A. in music performance from University of Central Oklahoma, B.S. in electrical engineering from University of Oklahoma and M.S. in electrical engineering from Oklahoma State University. While living in Oklahoma, Harry has performed with Oklahoma City Jazz Orchestra, OKC Lyric Theatre, Brian Gorrell and the Jazz Company, and many other jazz and rock groups. As time permits, Harry enjoys the company of his wife and two kids, going to jazz jam sessions and further developing his improvisational music skills.
DOORS AT 7

ELEVATOR JAZZ QUARTET
2023-12-02 20:00 - 22:30
Acoustic Jazz featuring guitar, mandolin, accordion, and bass.
Styles of swing, Latin, and hot club.
DOORS AT 7

JAZZ JAM - every 1st Wednesday
2023-12-06 20:00 - 23:30, 2024-01-03 20:00 - 23:30
DOORS AT 8

JAZZ & TONIC THURSDAY - live jazz no cover
2023-12-07 20:00 - 22:30

FAITH HATCH
2023-12-08 20:00 - 22:30, 2024-01-05 20:00 - 22:30
Faith Hatch is a multi-genre vocalist, pianist, and guitarist based in Milwaukee. Her solo act features songs reimagined, based in soul, R&B, and jazz. Faith earned her Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in 2019 and was awarded Vocal Jazz Soloist by Downbeat Magazine in 2020.

DOORS AT 7

THE LYONSDOVE DUO - free show
2023-12-09 20:00 - 22:30
Deb & “Stu Daddy Dove” have played music together for decades. Stu is a guitarist with Kristin Urban and The Urbanites, The JD One Love Band, King Solomon and many other bands over the years. Deb loves to sing any chance she gets. They perform a wide variety of songs from Amy Winehouse to a little ditty from Porgy & Bess.
NO COVER
DOORS AT 7

JAZZ & TONIC THURDSAY - live jazz no cover
2023-12-14 20:00 - 22:30

THADDEUS TUKES DUO - vibraphone + piano & Faith Hatch on vocals
2023-12-15 20:00 - 22:30
Presented as the “World’s best vibraphonist” by World Expo 2020 in Dubai, composer and percussionist Thaddeus Tukes honors the legacy of the vibraphone within the jazz tradition and beyond. His virtuosity and creativity “brings poetry to the vibraphone” (Chicago Tribune, 2019), which has captivated audiences from Carnegie Hall in New York to the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Thaddeus says he is a proud practitioner of the “Chicago Vibe,” and hails his hometown as the foundation of modern jazz aesthetic. The future of jazz tradition has arrived and Thaddeus Tukes is at the forefront.
DOORS AT 7

HEIRLOOM
2023-12-16 20:00 - 22:30

Jazzy Joan Kicks off New Series: "Jazz Where it is and Where it's Going." December Feature: Artists from Italy!
2023-12-21 19:00 - 23:30
Make the jazz hang part of your holiday plans with Jazzy Joan as she kicks off her hew recorded jazz series. She will take you on an exploration where contemporary jazz “is” stylistically and/or geographically. This month: destination ITALY, featuring Aldo Romano, Mario Biondi, Eric Legnini and more. Free admission. Joan introduces the show at 7:00, so get there early for the hang. No cover. Molto bene!

DOORS AT 6:30

JASON FABUS TRIO
2023-12-22 20:00 - 22:30
Devin Dropka – drums
Tim Ipsen – bass
DOORS AT 7

The GIL Jazz Combo
2023-12-23 20:00 - 22:30
Joel Lehman; band leader, trumpet, and vocals
Joel Lehman has played throughout Milwaukee since moving to town in 2018. His voice and collection of unique Monette trumpets bring new life to the standards and his story telling carries the audience along for the ride.
DOORS AT 7

ANTHONY DEUTSCH TRIO fenestrated groin vault
2023-12-27 20:00 - 22:30
Anthony eutsche – keys
Julian Singh – drums
Lucas LeBeau – keys
doors at 7

SHOW CANCELED DUE TO STAFFING ISSUES
2023-12-28 20:00 - 22:30

LUCAS LABEAU QUARTET
2023-12-29 20:00 - 22:30
Lucas Labeau – piano
Clay Lyons – sax
Yishay Levin – bass
Julian Singh – drums
DOORS AT 7

SHUGA BLU
2023-12-30 20:00 - 22:30
Shuga Blu is a dynamic Milwaukee-based band that combines jazz, soul, blues, reggae, and pop genres to create a unique and infectious sound. The tight rhythm section and intricate guitar work are a solid foundation for soulful vocals provided by their lead songstress.
Q Holloway a.k.a. Mr. Shiny Shoes – bass
Tommy Gallagher – auxiliary percussion
Demetrus Ford/Derrick “Greyhound” McDonald – drums
Thomas Malloy & Nathan Pflugheoft – guitar
Stuart Greenbaum – saxophone
Keshena Armon – vocals and musical director
DOORS AT 7

Ambient Piano - no cover
2024-01-04 20:00 - 22:30
Forrest Jackson

CAM SPANN
2024-01-06 20:00 - 22:30

Ambient Piano - no cover
2024-01-11 20:00 - 22:30
Jane Han – piano / violin
Sam Kacala – drums
Come enjoy some live music with the spirit of collaborative improvisation!
this duo explores classicial pieces ranging from Bach to Joplin on piano and drums, medleying with jazz and original compositions. We also like to make music on the spot with some audience participation.
DOORS AT 7:30

B. D. and the gents
2024-01-12 20:00 - 22:00

TAEL ESTREMERA 4TET
2024-01-13 20:00 - 22:30

Jazzy Joan: "Jazz Where it is and Where it's Going." January Feature: Sweden!
2024-01-18 19:00 - 23:30
Jazzy Joan welcomes you to her new monthly recorded jazz show featuring contemporary jazz artists. Jazz from Sweden, perfectly written for a winter night. Beautiful soprano Amanda Ginsburg sings in English, Swedish and French. Also featuring harmonicist Filip Jers, multi-instrumentalist Robert Elovsson, pianist Jan Lundgren and more. IT’S BIG SWEATER NIGHT! Wear yours! Joan introduces the show at 7:00. Get there early for the hang. No cover.
DOORS AT 6:30

HEIRLOOM
2024-01-19 20:00 - 22:30
From soaring melodies to infectious grooves to exhilarating ensemble interplay, Heirloom is Milwaukee’s most exciting modern jazz group helmed by drummer Hannah Johnson and guitarist Ben Dameron. Joining them on the 19th will be Sam Taylor on tenor saxophone and Eli Naragon on upright bass.
DOORS AT 7

MJI NIGHT
2024-01-20 20:00 - 22:30
MJI PRESENTS: LENARD SIMPSON TRIO
Originally hailing from Milwaukee, Chicago-based alto saxophonist Lenard Simpson is “quickly becoming one of the most important saxophonists of this generation” (Kiefer) and has secured a spot as a rising star among his contemporaries. From his early days in Milwaukee to formal studies at Northern Illinois University (B.M., jazz performance) and UCLA’s Herbie Hancock Institute (M.M., music performance jazz), Simpson’s natural ability and outstanding musicianship have been recognized by some of the most celebrated jazz musicians and pedagogues across the world, including Herbie Hancock, Christian McBride, Wayne Shorter, and many more. Don’t miss this chance to hear this all-star trio.
Featuring:
Lenard Simpson – alto saxophone
Runere Brooks – bass
Samuel Jewell – drums
Seating is limited. Get your tickets today!
DOORS OPEN AT 7 PM
