Mile Davis "Kind of Blue" Tribute Show - March 17th
March 17, 2010
Now is your chance to see a once in a lifetime experience – an authentic recreation of the greatest jazz album of all time, Miles Davis’ “Kind Of Blue”. Some of the most respected and internationally recognized jazz artists of North Texas come together to pay tribute to Miles Davis on the 50th Anniversary of this seminal recording. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear the entire “Kind of Blue” album, exactly as recorded by the Miles Davis Sextet, along with other classic Miles Davis compositions.
The Miles Davis Tribute Band is led by bassist Paul Unger of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Paul’s diverse abilities have also allowed him to perform with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bobby Shew, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, Jay Clayton and Andrea Bocelli. He also composed the soundtrack for the recently released film, Seventy-8.
Other band members include:
Trumpet - Chris McGuire.
Chris is a veteran of the Duke Ellington Orchestra, and has performed with Natalie Cole, Diana Ross and Lou Rawls.
Alto Sax – Brad Leali.
Grammy Award winning Mr. Leali is the former leader of the Harry Conick Jr. He also won a Grammy as a member of the Count Basie Band and has perfomed with Freddie Hubbard, Clark Terry, Joe Williams, Jimmy Cobb, Nancy Wilson, Roy Hargrove, The Mingus Big Band, George Duke, Jimmy Smith, Billy Joel, Robert Downey Jr. and Brain McKnight.
Tenor Sax – Dave Monsch.
Currently, Dave is the leader of the Ricki Derek Big Band and the avant garde jazz group, Flipside. Dave’s resume covers the gamut of the music world from Funk, Blues, Pop, Jazz and Avant Garde music. He has performed with such diverse artists as the pop band Deep Blue Something, Bubba Hernandez y Los Super Vatos, Red Young, Bernard Wright, Naked Luch, Lou Marini, Little Jack Melody and Shibboleth.
Piano – John Case.
John is the “Godfather” of the local Fort Worth jazz scene and has played and recorded with such legendary jazz artists as James Clay, Billy Hart, Dewey Redman, Colin Bailey, Marchel Ivery and David “Fathead” Newman.
Drums - Andrew Griffith
Andrew is one of the hardest swinging drummers on the planet. A long time member of legendary, Marchel Ivery Group, he has also performed andrecorded with David “Fathead” Newman, Joey Defrancesco, Shelley Carrol and Corner Pocket. Please copy and paste the following link for reserved tickets: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?date_id=4101
Ricki Derek and his Big Band Return for Big Band Tuesdays
March 9, 2010
Ricki Derek and his 15 piece Big Band perform JMarch 9th for the return of Big Band Tuesday. It's a once a month chance to see his amazing show. This will be a great chance to feel the power of a swingin Big Band. The show starts at 8:30, but the club opens at 5pm. Don't miss out on this one of kind evening and come see how cool a Tuesday can be with Ricki Derek and his Big Band. Tickets available now through www.ticketstothecity.com, just copy and paste the following link:
https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?date_id=4045
Scat Named as One of the Best Jazz Clubs in the World
January 8, 2010
Scat Jazz Lounge was named in the February 2009 issue of Downbeat magazine as one of "the Best 100 Jazz Clubs in the World"! Not too shabby for only being a year old. Thanks to all of you we're making headlines.
Scat Turns Two
December 9, 2009
We're having our 2nd Year Birthday Party at Scat. December 9th marks a celebration of two years in Ft Worth's Sundance Square. For two years now you have been coming down the alley to your favorite speakeasy and we appreciate it. We're opening the doors at 8pm with no cover charge and great drink specials all night long. On stage will be some of the performers we have had over the last couple years...a jam, if you will.
Brave Combo to Perform Holiday Show
December 4, 2009
Trying to describe Brave Combo’s music requires a pretty extensive vocabulary – at least when it comes to musical styles. For the past three decades the Denton, Texas based quintet has perfected a world music mix that includes salsa, meringue, rock, cumbia, conjunto, polka, zydeco, classical, cha cha, the blues and more. They are America’s Premier Dance band and a rollicking, rocking, rhythmic global journey -- offering what one critic recently wrote, “Even if you come for the party, you'll leave with something of a musical education.” It's a special Holiday Show. Check out their site www.bravecombo.com.
Scat's Roaring Twenties Halloween Party
October 31, 2009
It's the Roaring 20’s when Gangsters ruled, Jazz was king, and “Bathtub Gin” was the drink of choice. Come down to the Scat Jazz Lounge ‘Speakeasy’ this Halloween and be a part of "A Roaring Twenties Halloween Party.”
No Cover if dressed in themed 1920’s costume (ex: gangster, flapper, Charlie Chaplin)
Free Appetizers from 8:00-10:00, “Bathtub Gin” cocktail specials, $50 Scat Gift Card for ‘best dressed’. Plus entertainment by The Shawn Pickler Trio with Katrina Cain.
New Orleans in Sundance Square
October 17, 2009
"Have you ever been to New Orleans? Would you like to party New Orleans style? Adonis Rose and the Krewe of Swing will bring New Orleans to the Scat Lounge October 17. Come out and get your party on!
Adonis Rose is bringing the authentic sounds of the Big Easy to Scat. Scat is looking to make this a regular thing so come on out and get a sneak preview of this full sensory experience.
The Music of Betty Carter
September 26, 2009
Carla Norris-Hopkins will present the music of the "The Godmother of
Jazz", the consummate Jazz innovator and a school of music unto herself,
Miss Betty Carter. One of few women in Jazz to form her own jazz record
label and mentor young talented musicians through the Jazz Ahead program
at Kennedy Center.
Help Make Scat Top of the A-List
May 29, 2009
Scat has been nominated for the best Jazz club in the area on the WFAA.com "A-List". Please got to the site and vote for your favorite jazz club. Simply go to WFAA.com and look up A-List the rest is easy. Thanks for your support!
Chicago's Own Kimberly Gordon Returns Jan 16th &17th
January 16, 2009
One of our favorite entertainers returns for a two night engagement...Kimberly Gordon. When Scat first opened, Kimberly was our first "National Act". If you love great jazz singers, the you will love this show. Friday and Saturday January 16th & 17th staring at 9pm.
Chicago native Kimberly Gordon has been a part of the national jazz scene for over fifteen years, playing top venues and receiving high acclaim from critics and musicians. During her four-year stint in New York City, Kimberly's sang at The Village Vanguard, Bradley's and Sweet Basil and regularly at Smalls and Cleopatra's Needle. She shared the stage with jazz greats including Roy Hargrove, Harry "Sweets" Edison, Wynton Marsalis and The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Betty Carter, Marcus Roberts, Captain Jack McDuff, Von Freeman, and others. San Francisco and the Bay Area jazz fans were dazzled when Kimberly sang at the Club Deluxe,Café du Nord, Club Jazz and others. Kimberlys' sound reflects the old school style of delivering standards. She is deeply rooted in the ways of the masters always true to the melody as written; this separates her from the rest.
Adonis Rose Birthday Party and Jam
January 11, 2009
Our old friend Adonis Rose is having a little birthday party and we're hosting it at Scat. Many of you know Adonis as a promoter and performer of Jazz. This night he's the birthday boy! This should be a cool night and most likely amount to and "All Star Jam". The fun starts at 8PM and no cover. It all takes place Sunday, January 11th.
Nnenna Freelon Comes to the Lounge
September 12, 2008
Scat's Summer concert series continues with the incredible Nnenna Freelon, an American jazz singer, composer, producer, and arranger. She has been nominated for five Grammy Awards for her vocal work, and has performed and toured with such top artists as Ray Charles, Ellis Marsalis, Al Jarreau, Anita Baker, Aretha Franklin, Dianne Reeves, Diana Krall, Ramsey Lewis, George Benson, Clark Terry, Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, just to name a few.
One critic described her as "a spell-binding professional, who rivets attention with her glorious, cultivated voice and canny stagecraft". She has performed at Carnegie Hall, Hollywood Bowl, Ellington Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Apollo Theater, Montreux Jazz Festival, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and more.
This is a two night show engagement with shows at 8:30 and 10:30
Tickets are available here.
Curtis Fuller Tickets On Sale Now
August 8, 2008
The amazing Curtis Fuller will be performing two nights at Scat August 8th & 9th. We continue our Summer concert series as Adonis Rose Presents Curtis Fuller. Don't miss this rare chance to see Curtis in a small setting, and in the metroplex for that matter.
Tickets are now available exclusively through www.frontgatetickets.com.
These are non-smoking/reserved seating shows. 21 and up.