Swing 512 is an Austin-based gypsy jazz (jazz manouche / hot club jazz) ensemble inspired by the fast-swinging, acoustic sound pioneered in 1930s Paris by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. The band features violinist Liz Mallett, guitarists Matt Montoya and Saul Hernandez, and upright bassist Derek Thigpen—classically trained musicians who bring fiery improvisation, tight ensemble work, and infectious swing to […]
Based in Austin, Texas, Aiden Berg is a jazz guitarist and composer whose playing blends the sophistication of classic jazz with the modern edge of today’s improvisational scene. Known for his warm tone, inventive phrasing, and intuitive interplay with fellow musicians, Aiden brings a fresh, dynamic energy to every performance. Aiden’s influences range from the […]
Joshua Alderete is a dedicated musician and bandleader based in Central Texas, originally from Pasadena, Texas. With over 15 years of experience as a drummer, Joshua has spent more than a decade immersed in the rich musical landscape of South and Central Texas, working as a full-time musician and collaborator. Joshua is a founding member of The […]
David Chao is an Austin, Texas–based jazz pianist known for his expressive touch, deep respect for the jazz tradition, and fluid command of both classic standards and modern jazz language. As a bandleader and collaborator, he brings a thoughtful, swinging approach to the piano that emphasizes melody, harmony, and dynamic interaction within the ensemble. Rooted […]
On the first Friday of every month, S7EVEN Jazz brings their full 7-piece ensemble to Brass Peacock, filling the room with layered horns, locked-in rhythm, and polished vocals that feel tailor-made for a speakeasy night. Rooted in jazz and stretching confidently into soul, R&B, funk, and reimagined classics, the band delivers a sound that moves […]
When the lights dip low and the glassware catches gold, Rosie Flores steps into the kind of room she was born to haunt. An Austin icon with San Antonio roots, Rosie has spent more than five decades shaping American roots music. A trailblazer in rockabilly and country, she became the first Latina to chart on […]
The Violet Crown Affair unites the soulful voice of the cello with the rare harp guitar, creating music that feels both timeless and new. Their repertoire spans continents—tangos from Argentina, ballads from Mexico, choros from Brazil, dances from Ireland and Spain, and beyond—each piece infused with elegance, fire, and heart. https://youtu.be/DlmHXuhS6-o?si=JMSB4fTLVzykaCH2
