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 […]
Michael Alexandersson is a Salado-based crooner serving up swing, soul, and rock ’n’ roll classics with modern charisma. From Sinatra and Bobby Darin to Elvis and Don Gibson, he delivers the timeless tunes you know and love with a smooth voice and undeniable stage presence. Born into a family of musicians, performing is in his […]
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 […]
Pierson Keating is an Austin, Texas–based musician known for his thoughtful, groove-forward approach to jazz and classic American standards. Rooted in piano traditions that balance swing, harmony, and feel, his playing emphasizes musical conversation over flash, serving the room as much as the song. Active in the Central Texas music scene, Pierson performs regularly in […]
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 […]
