Dave Lee (Trumpet) has been an active part of the Austin music scene since moving from the Pacific Northwest in 2001. A versatile freelance musician, Dave performs regularly with NAJO, Mainstream Jazz (his own big band and combo), the Ken Ragsdale Orchestra, and various jazz and pop ensembles across Austin, Houston, and surrounding areas. In addition […]
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 […]
From the heart of Central Texas, Jim Vence has built a reputation as a skilled guitarist, soulful vocalist, and versatile performer whose music bridges genres and generations. Whether he’s playing a tender acoustic ballad, a fiery blues solo, or a groove-driven jazz standard, Jim’s artistry is rooted in both technical mastery and a deep love […]
Antonini & Saether Duo are a pair of rising jazz Musicians from Central Texas, blending youthful energy with a deep respect for the tradition. Rooted in swing, blues, and straight-ahead jazz, their sound feels timeless yet alive, like a late-night set that drifts effortlessly between melody and mood. With upright bass and guitar at the […]
Diminished Returns is a Central Texas jazz trio that channels the smoky elegance of 1930s clubs with a modern swing sensibility. Fronted by sultry vocalist Clara Watson, the group captivates audiences with torch songs, bluesy ballads, and high-energy swing numbers that keep the night moving. Guitarist Glenn Rios lays down sophisticated rhythms and fluid solos, while drummer Ken Fowler drives the […]
Alexander Roddy is a saxophonist from Dallas, Texas, and a senior jazz performance major at Texas State University in San Marcos. He began his musical journey at the age of ten on clarinet, later discovering the tenor saxophone at seventeen during his final year of high school. At Texas State, Roddy has studied under esteemed professors […]
Jake Waylon would be the first to tell you he’s a jack of all trades and master of none. A singer, songwriter, guitarist, and mandolin picker, he can fool you into thinking he’s a drummer if given enough time to shake off the rust. He’ll grab a bass without hesitation, blow a little “trash harp” […]
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 […]
Anthony Basini is an Austin-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter with a refined edge and an easygoing groove. A Berklee College of Music alum, he blends jazz harmony, soulful rhythm, and melodic songwriting into performances that feel intimate, dynamic, and deeply musical. Known in the Central Texas scene as both a performer and educator, Anthony brings […]