Ricki and his Big Band Return
May 13, 2008
Ricki and his 15 piece big band return to Scat for an amazing evening of great music on May 13th. This is the day before the anniversary of Frank Sinatra's passing (10years) Most of the charts performed will be in the Count Basie style, so you know it will be swingin' just like Frank liked it. This was a smash success last month so we thought we'd keep it running. The fun begins at 9PM but you'd better get a table early.
Adonis Rose presents Mulgrew Miller
May 13, 2008
The one and only Mulgrew Miller will perform 4 shows on the weekend of July 11th and 12th 2008. Stayed tuned for ticket info and other details...COMING SOON.
April 9th, 16th, & 23rd - A Frank Rosolino Tribute
April 2, 2008
After dabbling with guitar, Rosolino took up the trombone while in his teens.
After military service during World War II he played in a succession of big bands, including those of Bob Chester and Glen Gray. In 1948 he was one of several bebop-influenced musicians playing in Gene Krupa 's big band (contributing the scat vocalizing on the band's hit record of 'Lemon Drop').
After playing in several other dance bands he briefly led his own group before joining Stan Kenton in 1952. Two years later he left the band and settled in California, where he divided his time between studio and jazz work. He recorded with Dexter Gordon Stan Levey Conte Candoli and many of the musicians who frequented the Lighthouse.
In the mid-70s Rosolino again worked with Candoli, visiting Europe, and he also played several times with Benny Carter who was one of the trombonist's greatest admirers. Also in the 70s he played in Med Flory 's band, Supersax and with Quincy Jones A brilliant technician with a precisely articulated attacking style, Rosolino was one of the finest trombonists of his time and one of few practitioners on the instrument to adapt fully to bebop. His later work showed him to be a consummate section player whether in big bands or small groups.
He died in 1978 in acutely tragic circumstances.
David Pierce and his stellar line up pay tribute to the life and music of Frank Rosolino for three amazing nights in April.
Thursdays in April with Johnny Reno
March 25, 2008
Ft Worth's own Johnny Reno comes to Scat Jazz Lounge for Swingin' Thursdays. That's right, every Thursday night in April Johnny and his great band will liven things up in Sundance Square. Johnny has been a staple in the music scene locally and nationally for a good while playing with Stevie Ray Vaughn, Chris Isaak, and scoring films with Robert Rodriguez...and now's your chance to see why. Thursdays will never be the same.
Valentines at Scat
February 14, 2008
Scat presents Corner Pocket for intimate Valentines evening. What better way to spend Valentines than in a cozy, cool lounge? Have a little dinner and head over to SJL for a martini or nice bottle of wine while you take in the sounds of Corner Pocket. It's our first Valentine's so come be a part of the vibe. It kicks off at 8PM so call for your table today.
Remembering Marchel
January 29, 2008
Scat is proud to host a tribute to the late, great Marchel Ivery on January 29th. Marchel passed away not long ago but his memory and talents are still with us. Musicians who played alongside Marchel will perform throughout the evening as well as those who admired and knew him. It is destined to be a great night of music and memories.