Brass Peacock

Steven Husted Trio
2025-02-21 19:00 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Brass Peacock
Steven began his musical journey at the ripe old age of 6. From there he was always involved in everything musical from school band to private instruction to playing local parties for friends. At age 15, Steven moved from CT. to San Francisco, where he jumped head first into the study of jazz. By the time Steven was 23, he was one of the top call bassists in the San Francisco Bay Area, including 6 years teaching at the acclaimed Stanford Jazz Workshop. Steven has played with many jazz greats including Kenny Burrell, Billy Higgins, and Vince Wallace. Now residing in Austin, TX, Steven remains an in demand bassist/composer and band leader

Blue Dot Swing
2025-02-15 19:00 - 23:30, 2024-12-13 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
Blue Dot Swing is an Austin, Texas-based jazz band, drawing heavy inspiration from Django Reinhardt and the Hot Club du France. Composed of experienced Austin musicians, the band was founded by Will Dickerson and Jacob Harrell. They are dedicated to keeping Austin’s local live music scene vibrant by contributing their distinct style of jazz and community-oriented performances.

Valentines Show with Diminished Returns
2025-02-14 19:00 - 23:30 | Brass Peacock
Straight Ahead Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Funk and more
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DyhJbK7i3/

The Jerrells
2025-02-08 19:00 - 23:30 | Brass Peacock
The Jerrells band from Austin Texas plays a wide variety of American Roots music, from Rockabilly to Country Jazz, and everything in between

Aiden Berg Trio
2025-02-07 19:00 - 23:30 | Brass Peacock
Originally from Houston, Aidan Berg is a 21-year-old bassist in his third year at the University of Texas at Austin pursuing a degree in jazz bass performance. At the Butler School of Music, studying under John Fremgen, he has contributed arrangements and is an active member of the UT Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Diego Rivera. This summer, he was invited to the inaugural Jazz Aspen Snowmass Afro-Caribbean Big Band, led by artistic director Etienne Charles. As a sideman, he has performed with the Mike Sailors Nonet, Diego Rivera Octet, NOW Jazz Orchestra, and among other engagements. As a bandleader, Aidan leads a trio that has curated two shows at Monks Jazz Club focusing on the music of bassist Ray Brown. A positive force on and off the bandstand, Aidan seeks to uplift and honor the rich tradition of jazz music.

Keith Fiala Quartet
2025-02-01 19:00 - 23:30 | Brass Peacock
Keith Fiala is a master LA-based jazz trumpeter, composer/arranger, author, producer, technical consultant, and clinician.
He’s been a featured member of the legendary Maynard Ferguson Band, as well as with Maestro Arturo Sandoval’s various ensembles.
Formerly, Arturo’s assistant, Fiala was an active, integral part of and participant in Sandoval’s recordings, live performances, and film scoring/soundtrack efforts.
He’s authored celebrated trumpet books, including “About Face” and “Secrets to Efficient Brass Playing.”
Fiala is a former faculty member and performer at Temple Junior College in Temple, Texas.
He is a student of Ray Crisara, “Pops” McLaughlin, and Arturo Sandoval.

S7VEN
2025-01-31 19:00 - 23:30 | Brass Peacock
Based out of Austin, Texas, S7VEN plays a variety of styles from the different eras of jazz/pop/rock. S7VEN’s broad repertoire extends from Pat Metheny to the Yellowjackets to Harry Styles and Bill Withers to Eric Clapton and Tom Petty. Whatever your tastes, we’ve got something for you!

The Fellowship
2025-01-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
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oshua Alderete, a dedicated musician and bandleader, proudly calls Pasadena, Texas his home. With a deep love music, Joshua has spent over 15 years honing his craft. Over the last 12 years, he has immersed himself in the rich musical landscape of the Southwest Texas Area, where he serves as a full time musician.

Joshua finds great fulfillment as a founding member of The Fellowship, a band celebrated for its fusion of Jazz, Funk, Neo Soul, Bebop, Latin and many, more influences. In 2018, The Fellowship was formed in San Marcos, Texas. The ensemble flourished, as a collective project led by visionary musicians. The band’s beginning was marked by the creative synergy of its founding members: Gerardo Espinoza on Tenor Saxophone, Christopher Villanueva on Piano, and Andrew Harkey on Bass. Together with Joshua Alderete’s dynamic drumming, they form a cohesive musical unit that embodies the spirit of collaboration and unity. Through their collective talents, The Fellowship continues to inspire audiences, fostering a sense of community and shared passion for jazz music across Texas and beyond. In 2020, the band relocated to San Antonio, Texas, expanding its reach and influence within the local music scene. In 2022, Joshua moved to the bustling city of Austin, TX. This ensemble is comprised of many, talented Jazz artists that share the same passion and drive, for the art.

Joshua strives to foster unity within the vibrant Jazz community and beyond. His belief in the power of music to transcend boundaries and connect people from all walks of life fuels his passion for collaboration and musical expression. Joshua’s journey with The Fellowship exemplifies his commitment to spreading joy and harmony through the universal language of this art form, reflecting his profound dedication to unity in the global music scene.

Colin Houlihan Utopia Quartet
2025-01-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
Austin-based Jazz saxophonist, composer, educator, and bandleader Colin Houlihan has worked as a sideman,

, session musician and live theatre performer, always artfully melding his passion for jazz with a variety of genres and influences. He began his professional music career in 2015 as a part of the award-winning, New Orleans-inspired Big Wy’s Brass Band before starting his own career as a session musician and bandleader. Houlihan was recently featured in Loma’s 2020 album Don’t Shy Away (Sub Pop), an internationally acclaimed album which also featured electro-godfather Brian Eno. That same year, Houlihan performed alongside Tony-nominated actress Mary Bridget Davies in the Zach Theatre’s production of A Night With Janis Joplin, where the band’s work was praised as, “so good, it may be better than the real thing,” (Austin Chronicle).
These days you can find the artist at the helm of Colin Houlihan’s Utopia Quartet, a group of jazz musicians specializing in modernizing standards and presenting avante-garde original compositions. Born from an impromptu jam session during September of 2020, the group’s debut album The Beginning is an unapologetic break from convention and features songs in which commanding saxophone tones lead the group through freely improvised sections. The Beginning is a multi-faceted art piece and is heavily based on Houlihan’s own poetry, and features lush tonal ballads as well as powerful rock-inspired moments. Recently, the group was featured at the 2023 SXSW Music Festival.
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“I like to start each song with a mantra. Whether it’s in the drums, bass, piano, or sax most songs I write revolves around a single, central idea that everything can evolve and devolve around. We go through all sorts of styles. The way I write jazz is a lot like the way I hear EDM and pop music, and people tend to dig it a lot.” -Colin Houlihan

Pendulum Hearts
2025-01-18 19:00 - 23:00
A night of Gypsy Jazz, western swing and more !

The Jerrels Jazz and Swing Show
2025-01-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
The Jerrells bring a high-energy performance to a wide range of American roots music.

Anthony Basini Trio
2025-01-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
Anthony Basini is a true musical chameleon, effortlessly transitioning between guitar, vocals, and the composer’s desk. His journey as a performer has taken him across the United States, where he’s shared the stage with legendary bands like The Bret Michaels Band, Apocalyptica, and the enigmatic Angel Vivaldi.
A product of rigorous musical training at esteemed institutions, including Berklee College of Music, Basini has honed his skills under the guidance of world-class musicians. His academic pursuits have encompassed music therapy, composition/theory, and performance, laying the foundation for a diverse and impactful career. In recent years, he has embarked on a new chapter as an educator, specializing in music instruction for students with special needs.

Sparky Thomson Quintet
2025-01-10 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
Lee “Sparky” Thomason, a versatile musician from Rockdale, Texas, is a force in the jazz world. As a trumpeter, composer, arranger, and educator, he has graced stages with renowned ensembles like The Temple Jazz Orchestra, Tonic Big Band, and the N.O.W. Jazz Orchestra. His compositions and arrangements have been performed by bands nationwide, from high school groups to professional outfits like Mambo Jumbo and Latin Breed. Since 2016, Thomason has been shining a spotlight on Texas jazz through his weekly webcast, Lone Star Jazz.

Swing 512
2025-01-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
Swing 512 is a gypsy jazz/”hot jazz” band from Austin, Texas, in the style of Django Reinhardt & Stephane Grappelli. The band was put together by violinist Liz Mallett, guitarists Matt Montoya and Saul Hernandez, and upright bassist Derek Thigpen, all of whom came from classical backgrounds before discovering an interest in jazz. Swing 512’s sound features fast-paced and intricate improvisation over the swing manouche sound that characterized Django in Paris. Influences range from Django, to more modern gypsy jazz players such as Adrien Moignard, to Charlie Parker, Miles Davis and more.
About the Musicians
Liz Adrienne Mallett began studying classical violin and viola at the age of 9 in the San Francisco Bay area, under the tutelage of Carole Mayedo, along with special instruction from Zoya Leybin and Don Ehrlich of the San Francisco Symphony. After moving to Houston to attend Rice University, Liz now resides in Austin and plays in a diverse array of bands and ensembles, across many genres.
Matt Montoya has a degree in Music Performance from Texas State University. While his degree focused on Classical Guitar, he also likes to play Rock, Flamenco, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz, Blues, and other styles of guitar. Along with performing, Matt teaches classical guitar and jazz studies.
Saul Hernandez studied classical guitar performance at Texas State University, and now teaches music in Austin professionally. Along with classical guitar, he enjoys playing jazz and gypsy jazz music, and has performed with a variety of ensembles throughout Austin and San Marcos.
Derek Thigpen studied music at Texas State, where he is currently a graduate student studying upright bass. He plays upright bass and saxophone with an assortment of jazz and other bands across town, and teaches at Music & Arts.

David Chao Quartet
2025-01-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Brass Peacock
David Chao – Piano
Eric Hargett – Soprano/Tenor Saxophone
Ben Triesch – Double Bass
Danny Sanchez – Drums
In a crazy journey to become a jazz pianist – I’ve been a theoretical particle physicist and a healthcare entrepreneur – I’ve realized that we’re into music for much more than an “upbeat tune” or a “catchy beat.” If we really like a song, there’s always more. It calls to you in a very particular way. It puts you in a place in your storym, the the past or hoped for future, to where you want to be in that moment. A moment which could be very different from the one in which you’re listening.

New Years Eve - Zack Varner Quartet
2024-12-31 19:00 - 2025-01-01 00:00 | Brass Peacock
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Zack Varner remains in constant demand on the stage and in the studio. His quartet has performed at the international Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Santo Domingo Jazz Festivals. In his home city of Austin, Texas, he has performed showcases at the Uplift Jazz Festival and the South by Southwest Music Festival. Varner’s solo album release Blues in the Nude features eleven original compositions and has garnered excellent reviews from several established music critics. The Austin Chronicle’s Jeremy Steinberger writes: “Varner expertly honors tradition with hard bop and swing themes while simultaneously exploring and building on the genre’s evolution through tango, bossa nova, and samba-infused textures.”

As a collaborator, some of Varner’s credits include Jo James, Jungol, Graham Reynolds, the Brooks Prumo Orchestra, the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, Wally Minko, Grupo Bonyé, Red Young, Floyd Domino, Jennifer Holliday, Chad LB, The Christian Wiggs Big Band, The Texas Horns and many other jazz, rock, pop, and Latin ensembles. Zack can presently be found performing at venues throughout Austin and central Texas with his own group, as well as ensembles like the Funktet, the Austin Symphony, and The Sahara Swingtet.
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As an aspiring composer for film and media, Dr. Zack Varner has written numerous scores for independent films, animations, and dramatic shorts. Some of these include “Downbeat!” (Treadwell Productions), “Sunny Afternoon” (Field Films) and the upcoming film “Duel” (Dawnbreaker Studios). Zack was recently selected as a finalist in the International FMC Film Scoring Competition (video game division, 2022)..

The Jerrels- Jazz and Swing
2024-12-28 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
The Jerrells play a wide variety of swangin’ American roots music
https://www.thejerrellsband.com

S7ven Jazz Variety Band
2024-12-27 19:00 - 22:30
Based out of Austin, Texas, S7VEN plays a variety of styles from the different eras of jazz/pop/rock. S7VEN’s broad repertoire extends from Pat Metheny to the Yellowjackets to Harry Styles and Bill Withers to Eric Clapton and Tom Petty. Whatever your tastes, we’ve got something for you!
https://www.reverbnation.com/s7venjazz/songs

Francis McGrath Piano
2024-12-21 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock

Joshua Alderete & The Fellowship
2024-12-20 19:00 - 22:30, 2024-11-22 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
Joshua finds great fulfillment as a founding member of The Fellowship, a band celebrated for its fusion of Jazz, Funk, Neo Soul, Bebop, Latin and many, more influences. In 2018, The Fellowship was formed in San Marcos, Texas. The ensemble flourished, as a collective project led by visionary musicians. The band’s beginning was marked by the creative synergy of its founding members: Gerardo Espinoza on Tenor Saxophone, Christopher Villanueva on Piano, and Andrew Harkey on Bass. Together with Joshua Alderete’s dynamic drumming, they form a cohesive musical unit that embodies the spirit of collaboration and unity. Through their collective talents, The Fellowship continues to inspire audiences, fostering a sense of community and shared passion for jazz music across Texas and beyond. In 2020, the band relocated to San Antonio, Texas, expanding its reach and influence within the local music scene. In 2022, Joshua moved to the bustling city of Austin, TX. This ensemble is comprised of many, talented Jazz artists that share the same passion and drive, for the art.
https://joshuaalderetemusic.com/bio

Troy Kaufman Jazz Trio
2024-12-14 07:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
Celebrating America’s greatest musical tradition through performance of the Jazz standard repertoire and beloved melodies form the great American songbook. Perfect for music lovers and those seeking a sophisticated night out!
Troy has enjoyed performing as a freelance saxophonist in the Greater Austin and Golden-Triangle areas as a member of various big bands, jazz combos, salsa groups, and pop/rock/contemporary ensembles. His experiences in music have also allowed him to travel all throughout the United States and Europe performing with various groups.

Closed Private Event
2024-12-06 00:00 - 23:59

Roberto Aponte Quintet
2024-11-30 19:30 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
Born in South Austin and raised in San Marcos, saxophonist Roberto Aponte earned a bachelors degree in Jazz Studies from Texas Statue University under the tutelage of Dr. Russell Haight. During his time at Texas State, he found inspiration from Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Thad Jones. On top of his Jazz experience, Roberto has played with various Latin, Funk, and Brass Bands throughout central Texas. This performance will have music featured in popular movies throughout cinematic history.
https://www.instagram.com/r_aponte_music/

Colin Houlihan Quartet
2024-11-29 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
Austin-based Jazz saxophonist, composer, educator, and bandleader Colin Houlihan has worked as a sideman, frontman, session musician and live theatre performer, always artfully melding his passion for jazz with a variety of genres and influences. He began his professional music career in 2015 as a part of the award-winning, New Orleans-inspired Big Wy’s Brass Band before starting his own career as a session musician and bandleader. Houlihan was recently featured in Loma’s 2020 album Don’t Shy Away (Sub Pop), an internationally acclaimed album which also featured electro-godfather Brian Eno. That same year, Houlihan performed alongside Tony-nominated actress Mary Bridget Davies in the Zach Theatre’s production of A Night With Janis Joplin, where the band’s work was praised as, “so good, it may be better than the real thing,” (Austin Chronicle).
https://www.colinhoulihan.com/

Steven Husted Trio
2024-11-23 19:00 - 22:30 | Brass Peacock
The Steven Husted trio @ Brass Peacock Saturday 11/23!! W Milo Hehmsoth on keys and Matías Soto Alvear on drums!
https://www.facebook.com/steven.husted.9/
