Upcoming Shows
Mezclave Salsa Dance Party
MEZCLAVE brings Afro-Caribbean rhythms and a unique mix of Neo-Soul, Jazz, and traditional Salsa to each song, creating a one-of-a-kind salsa performance. If you’ve ever wanted to learn to dance to the hot fiery rhythms of salsa music, this show is for you!
Buying tickets for a general admission show: Select the number of guests, click the dance floor, then click the next button at the bottom of the screen to continue the purchasing process.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT MEZCLAVE
The words Mezcla (mixture) and Clave (Afro-Caribbean instrument and Rhythm) combined give us the meaning and understanding of this seasoned group of musicians and what they are all about. Mezclave was formed 23 years ago, providing an outlet and fulfilling a void for Latin Jazz and Salsa music to be performed in the Midwestern part of the United States.
Edwin Canito was inspired to start this group in 2000 after years of influence from the music of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Conjunto Libre, and the “FANIA” era of salsa music.
Co-Founded By:
Edwin “Canito” Garcia: Bassist, Producer, Arranger
Angela LeBron Garcia: Percussionist/ Vocals
SOCIAL MEDIA:
www.linktr.ee/edwincanitogarcia
NSU Jazz Night - All-Ages Show
Join us for NSU Jazz Night on Thursday, May 2. The NSU Combo will perform a variety of jazz standards featuring songs by Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, and Jaco Pastorius
The group includes Larry Poffer (saxophone), Brett Holloway (trombone), Ethan Doty (piano), Dean DeMerritt (bass), Philip Foster (drums), Seth Gioletti (drums), and Dean DeMerritt (director).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
All ages show (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Chanda Graham Blues Jam
Vocalist Chanda Graham returns to LowDown for a soul-filled blues show with a touch of jazz that you have to hear to believe! Chanda will be joined by Adrion Robbins (keys), Trevor Galvin (sax), Gary Mason (bass), Stanley Fary (drums), and Alphaeus Washington (guitar).
ABOUT CHANDA GRAHAM
An attorney, former judge, and professional vocalist, no one who knows Chanda Graham is surprised to see her transition from the courtroom to the stage. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Chanda routinely juggles her attorney and music personas, working through both to enhance the live music scene in Oklahoma.
With deep roots in gospel, Chanda's transition to jazz and blues was a very natural progression. Accompanied by gifted musicians, Chanda weaves a unique tapestry of musical stylings, reflecting the rich heritage of her ancestors' musical expression.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
John Hanrahan Quartet/ A Love Supreme Tribute
Drummer and percussionist John Hanrahan's encore returns to LowDown. The last show was a sold-out celebration! Hanrahan has been performing the music of John Coltrane for over 20 years throughout the United States. Hanrahan has performed nationally as well as at The Monterey Jazz Festival in 2014 and 2022.
The first set will be a performance of John Coltrane's iconic recording: A Love Supreme. The second set will be a mix of the late, great, Wayne Shorter. This group features drummer, John Hanrahan, Mike Cameron on sax, Scott McQuade on piano, and Stephen Schultz on bass.
Doors open at 7 p.m.| Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Mike Cameron Group hosts Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and sheet music to join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations, schools, and varying skill levels.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
Michael Taylor - Classics for a Cause
Michael Taylor presents Classics for a Cause on Thursday, May 16. This classical piano concert will include works by J.S. Bach, Claude Debussy, Franz Liszt, and more. In honor of the recovery of Michael's brother Elijah Taylor: proceeds from this event will go toward funding cancer research and treatment.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Blue Whale Comedy Night Featuring Gavin Matts
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Don’t miss New York-based comedian, actor, and writer Gavin Matts at our next Blue Whale Comedy Night at LowDown! Opening acts include Ava Seay and host Evan Hughes.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show runs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT GAVIN MATTS
Gavin Matts is a New York-based comedian, actor, and writer. Gavin’s debut hour-long special ‘progression’ was released by Bill Burr & All Things Comedy in October of 2023. Vulture said the special, “dark comedy at its best” and NY magazine featured progression on its approval matrix.
Gavin won Canada’s Top Comic in 2017, A TBS Comic to Watch at the 2018 New York Comedy Festival and made his late-night television debut on CONAN in 2019. This led to multiple appearances on Comedy Central’s STAND UP FEATURING, and on Comedy Central’s stand-up showcase, Bill Burr Presents: The Ringers.
Gavin performs regularly in New York at the Comedy Cellar and The Stand.
Tiffany Stone Richter and Friends
Don’t miss Tiffany Stone Richter and Friends on Saturday, May 18 at LowDown. Tiffany is an amazing vocalist, comfortable in many styles from classical to pop, but it's safe to say, her jazz stylings are incredible. This is going to be one swinging, get-down evening, featuring a stellar band with a great 4 piece horn section. In addition, she'll be debuting her new album!
Her band features: Tiffany Stone-Richter (vocals), Brad Henderson (arranger/piano), Stephen Schultz (bass), George Toumayan (drums), Bill Gable (trumpet), Victor Anderson (alto sax), Kyle Fisher (tenor sax), and Rich Fisher (trombone).
Tiffany is originally from Oklahoma, a graduate of NSU Tahlequah, earned her Masters at SW Texas State. She now teaches at Wallace State in Hanceville, Alabama where she resides with her husband and 2 children. Tiffany is in demand nationally as a clinician and performer.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Mike Cameron Group hosts Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and sheet music to join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations, schools, and varying skill levels.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
Ginger Leigh with Straight Up
Listen as pop/rock singer-songwriter Ginger Leigh takes her voice and stage antics to a new style and level on Thursday, May 23.
Ginger is debuting her jazz project, “Straight Up with a Ginger Twist!” Straight Up is Ginger's dream project where she shows off her big and lush voice; sexy, funny, and charming stage style; and skills as a veteran performer. Straight Up with a Ginger Twist will be the next big thing in jazz performance!
This band features Ginger Leigh (vocals), Mike Cameron (saxophone), Clinton Beeler (tenor saxophone), Rod Clark (trombone), Austin Stunkard (trumpet), Scott McQuade (piano), Tye Slagle (guitar), Will Barfield (bass), and Chris Peters (drums).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Tommy Poole Quartet - Yellowjackets Tribute
Dr. Tommy Poole has assembled an all-star group to pay tribute to the Yellowjackets and their 25 albums, 17 Grammy nominations, and 2 Grammy wins. This concert will feature songs from the Yellowjackets 43 year history.
The quartet includes Tommy Poole (saxophones), Max Holm (keyboards), Glenn Dewey (bass), and Cade Crone (drums).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
The Alliance - A Memorial Day Show
Enjoy a special evening of selections of songs from the Great American Songbook on Saturday, May 25. The Alliance will also do a melody of service songs to highlight the veterans' service and sacrifice.
The Alliance is comprised of Stephen Cosper (guitar), Will Kelly (bass), Richard Johns (drums), David Brennen (piano), and Steve Beck (saxophone). Steve is a retired Army Vet who performed with the Jazz Ambassador Band.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Cody Brewer
Banjo and songwriting master Cody Brewer circles his wagons down to LowDown for an evening of originals and cover tunes steeped in Americana, folk, jazz, and country on Thursday, May 30.
Cody will be joined by Chris Combs, Andrew Bones, and Stephen Schultz.
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Brad and Booker with Strings
Booker is combining his smooth voice with a stellar Pino trio and string quartet for an epic show on Friday, May 31. This show will be a rich sonic palette of styles and textures with anything from swing to Latin, and pop to standard jazz ballads.
The group is comprised of Booker Gillespie (vocals), Brad Henderson - (arranger/piano), Dean Demerritt (bass), David Bowen (drums), Dina Litvinova (violin), Elena Gavrilov (violin), Ethan Landis (viola), and Gulnara Hollopeter (cello).
Booker is one of the area's finest male jazz vocalists. His rich baritone voice, teamed with his musical experience and swing factor, make him one of the busiest singers around. Brad has been arranging music and organizing events for decades.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
OK Roots Music Presents Bill Frisell Trio
OK Roots' Music is kicking off its 6th annual Wine and Jazz Fete celebration with a special show by the Bill Frisell Trio on Thursday, June 6.
Jazz icon Bill Frisell’s four-decade career as a guitarist and composer has been cited by Downbeat as “the best recorded output of the decade.” “Frisell has had a lot of practice putting high concept into a humble package,” writes the New York Times. “Long hailed as one of the most distinctive and original improvising guitarists of our time, he has also earned a reputation for teasing out thematic connections with his music… There’s a reason that Jazz at Lincoln Center had him program a series called Roots of Americana.” Critics and peers have lauded Frisell as one of the music’s most treasured participants, praising his playing as well as the anatomy of his compositions — how he structures a form around often a simple melody or progression, creating a gesture at once complex and elemental.
Recognized as one of America’s 21 most vital and productive performing artists, Frisell was named an inaugural Doris Duke Artist in 2012. He is also a recipient of grants from United States Artists, Meet the Composer among others. In 2016, he was a beneficiary of the first FreshGrass Composition commission to preserve and support innovative grassroots music. Upon San Francisco Jazz opening their doors in 2013, he served as one of their Resident Artistic Directors. Bill is also the subject of a new documentary film by director Emma Franz, entitled Bill Frisell: A Portrait, which examines his creative process in depth.
His latest recording is Valentine (Blue Note), recorded with acclaimed bassist Thomas Morgan and drummer Rudy Royston—the same trio that will play this year’s FETE. Valentine has been hailed as “a masterpiece” by Downbeat: “They consistently and strikingly play as one, voices intertwined, completing phrases as if sharing a single thought… Even overdubs are so perfect that everything feels utterly organic… the performances represent jazz playing at its most sublime.”
Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Ages 21+
OK Roots Music Presents Dom Flemons Duo
Join us for night two of OK Roots’ 6th annual Wine and Jazz Fete on Friday, June 7, featuring Dom Flemons Duo.
As a resolute preservationist, storyteller, and instrumentalist, Dom Flemons has long set himself apart by finding forgotten folk songs and making them live again. Lauded with a GRAMMY win and two EMMY nominations, he is widely known as the American Songster, since his repertoire covers over a century of early American popular music. Flemons is a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, actor, slam poet, music scholar, historian, and record collector. Equally virtuosic on the banjo, guitar, harmonica, jug, percussion, quills, fife and rhythm bones, Flemons is host of the American Songster Radio show on Nashville’s WSM Radio. His latest, Traveling Wildfire, is his first album since 2018’s Black Cowboys and second for Smithsonian Folkways. A co-founder of his former band, Carolina Chocolate Drops, with bandmate Rhiannon Giddens, Flemons is originally from Phoenix and currently lives in the Chicago area with his family.
Before the Dom Flemons performance, sample 4 sustainably produced fine wines. Sommelier extraordinaire Sarah Effinger, of Provisions Fine Beverage Purveyors, will take you through each wine. Your ticket includes entry to Dom's concert immediately following the wine tasting. As a wine tasting participant, you get in before the general public & will sit in the front section.
Doors open at 8 p.m. | Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Wine tasting
8:30 p.m. to10 p.m. – Dom Flemons Duo
*Wine tasting ticket includes show ticket.
*Show ticket does NOT include wine tasting.
OK Roots Music Presents Changui Majadero Dance Party
Join us for the final night of OK Roots’ 6th annual Wine and Jazz Fete on Saturday, June 8, featuring Changui Majadero.
Playing ferociously danceable Cuban roots music, Changüí Majadero is a blazing five-piece band that has honed a deeply informed and highly personal take on changüí, a surging Afro-Cuban musical tradition that took shape in the late 19th Century on the eastern side of the island around Guantanamo. It’s one of the foundational styles that gave birth to son, salsa and timba, and in the hands of Changüí Majadero the music feels as fresh and intoxicating as a stiff shot of rum. Founded by guitarist/vocalist Gabriel García, an expert on Cuban tres guitar, the band mixes Cuba’s rural countryside music with L.A. grit for a deeply intoxicating, hip-shaking experience.
“Hypnotically repetitive and gloriously syncopated, Changüí Majadero is captivating and liberating.” —Pop Matters
Before the show, sample 4 south-of-the-border sustainably produced fine wines. Sommelier extraordinaire Sarah Effinger, of Provisions Fine Beverage Purveyors, will take you through each wine. Your ticket includes entry to the Changui Majadero concert immediately following the wine tasting. As a wine tasting participant, you get in before the general public & can choose your seat.
Doors open at 8 p.m. | Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
This is a general admission dance show!
7 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Wine tasting
8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Changui Majadero
*Wine tasting ticket includes show ticket.
*Show ticket does NOT include wine tasting.
Annie Ellicott & Fiawna Forte
Two of Tulsa‘s finest front women will present an evening of original music backed by a powerhouse band on Friday, April 26.
The show will feature Annie Ellicott (vocals and ukulele), Fiona Forte (vocals, guitar, and bass), Phillip Hanewinkel (bass, drums, and guitar), Peter Tomshany (guitar), Mark Southerland (saxophone), and David Broome (piano).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Jonathan Haywood Quintet
The Jonathan Haywood Quintet is a youthful ensemble infusing the timeless sounds of jazz, R&B, and funk with a fresh contemporary twist inspired by the golden eras of the 1940s-1970s. With infectious energy and soulful melodies, they seamlessly blend classic tunes with original compositions, captivating audiences with their dynamic performances. Led by talented musicians, the Jonathan Haywood Quintet embodies the spirit of innovation while paying homage to the rich traditions of the past, promising an unforgettable musical experience for all who listen.
The quintet includes Jonathan Haywood, Sam Krempl, Titus Ott, Naomi Wharry, and Jeffrey Stevenson.
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Celebrate International Jazz Day (April 30) and come play tunes by Django Reinhardt at Free Energy Night on Wednesday, April 24. If you would like to practice in advance, you can download music sheets here. However, prior experience is not required.
Mike Cameron Group hosts Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and sheet music to join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations, schools, and varying skill levels.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
Dean DeMerritt and Friends *All-Ages Show*
Enjoy the acoustical ambiance of an intimate bistro setting featuring Sarah Maud (vocals), Dean DeMerritt (bass), Nick Mancini (vibes), Scott McQuade (piano), and Jared Johnson (drums).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
All ages show (Please provide valid I.D.)
Chamber Music Tulsa Presents: Dali Quartet
Chamber Music Tulsa is hosting a Friday Gallery Series concert at LowDown on Friday, April 19. The show will feature the Dali Quartet, who was recently named “Ensemble of the Year” by Chamber Music Tulsa. The quartet will perform music by South American composers, such as Villa-Lobos, Ginastera, and Piazzolla.
Friday Gallery Series concerts give patrons an up-close-and-personal experience and an opportunity to mingle with the artists.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Earth Day Celebration with 4 Native Women
As part of the annual OK Earth Day Celebration, OK Roots Music presents a song swap by several of Oklahoma’s finest singer-songwriters in English and the artists’ Native tongue. All three Cherokee artists — Monica Taylor, Kalyn Fay, and Ken Pomeroy contributed original songs to Anvdvnelisgi (Horton Records), a contemporary album with original songs performed in the Cherokee language. Chef Nico Albert Williams (who is also Cherokee, a singer, and a contributor to the Anvdvnelisgirecord), is widely known for her traditional Native cuisine. She will be serving complimentary samples at the event.
Doors open at 8 p.m. | Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
7:00-8:00 p.m. – Sustainable/organic wine tasting & traditional Native cuisine samples by Chef Nico Albert Williams.
8:30-10:00 p.m. – Indigenous artists swapping songs in their Native tongues, featuring Cherokee artists Ken Pomeroy, Kalyn Fay, and Monica Taylor. Traditional, sustainable Native cuisine samples by Chef Nico Albert Williams of Burning Cedar Sovereign Wellness.
*Wine tasting ticket includes show ticket.
*Show ticket does NOT include wine tasting.
OSU Jazz Orchestra featuring Terell Stafford (All-Ages Show)
The critically-acclaimed OSU Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Tommy Poole is performing with jazz icon Terell Stafford on Saturday, April 13 at LowDown.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
All Ages show
The orchestra will feature:
Terell Stafford, guest soloist (trumpet)
Saxophones
Hayden Rhoades (lead alto), Olivia Tucker (alto 2), Kyle Fisher (tenor 1), Dominique Frazier (tenor 2), and Tansy Brooks (baritone)
Trumpets
Michael Burish (lead), Aidan Evano (trumpet 2), Mark Connors (trumpet 3), Jackson Keeney (trumpet 4), and Connor Gilbert (trumpet 5)
Trombones
Ethan Do (lead), Dylan Ryan (trombone 2), Tanner Gardner (trombone 3), and Christa Naber (bass)
Rhythm
Eric Eppstein (guitar), Isaac Jones (piano), Cyrus Rowe (bass), Avery Johnson (bass), Cade Crone (drums), and Nicholas Visbal (drums)
Director
Tommy Poole
Blue Whale Comedy Night Featuring Shawna Blake
Laugh out loud with local legend/ stand-up comedian Shawna Blake during our next Blue Whale Comedy Night, presented by Guthrie Green, on Friday, April 12. Opening acts include Alex Sanchez, Brent Deo, Caleb Collins (feature comic), and host Bradly Mcpherson.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show runs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT SHAWNA BLAKE
Shawna Blake delivers surprising and hilarious performances with calm confidence, a wink, and finger guns. She brings a crowd along as if we were all close friends while she divulges embarrassing moments, private thoughts, and personal victories. Her small-town charm and cutting wit have delighted audiences across the country. She’s worked with comics like Dave Attell, Michelle Wolf, and Taylor Tomlinson and was once described by a man she met on Tinder as “I’ve driven further for worse.”
Bandelier
Experience an enchanting evening of original western folk melodies as Tulsa's own Bandelier makes a triumphant return to Lowdown on Thursday, April 11. Gather for an intimate show filled with cinematic sounds and Americana roots music, as Bandelier presents songs from their highly anticipated sophomore album, 'Westhope.' Special guests will join throughout the night, adding layers of musical depth to this unforgettable night of songwriter-based music. Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the captivating tunes of Bandelier at Lowdown in Tulsa.
Bandelier includes Ryan Allen (guitar, vocals), Nathan Wilson (drums), Clay Grogan (keyboard), Rusty Rowe (bass), Will Gibson (guitar), and Jake Dodson (viola, guitar). Eric Noble (trumpet) and Bekah Stoops (trumpet) will also join the band.
Website | Facebook | Instagram
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Mike Cameron Group hosts Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and sheet music to join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations, schools, and varying skill levels.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
Bobby Sparks Group
18-time Grammy award winner Bobby Sparks II is bringing his funk-fueled group to LowDown on Saturday, April 6! Corsicana, Texas-born Starchild, Bobby Sparks II is a multi-talented artist, musician, and producer who boasts a long list of career accomplishments. Having traveled the world sharing stages with Prince, Tower Of Power, Marcus Miller, Snarky Puppy, Herbie Hancock, Ray Charles, Kirk Franklin, and St. Vincent his influence on music and personalities is far-reaching.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Face On
Face On is a live filming of a comedy special written and performed by Lacee Rains. She brings her unique blend of humor and heart to the stage in "Face On.." From her days as an awkward slam poet to her newfound passion for clowning, Lacee's journey is as hilarious as it is relatable.
Lacee Rains is a comedian and clown from Tulsa, OK. As an aspiring clown, Lacee infuses her comedy with whimsy and mischief, delighting audiences with her playful antics and colorful characters.
This comedy special is produced by Evan Hughes and directed by Ethan Cooper.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Nick Mancini and John Daversa
Vibraphonist, composer, and band leader, Nick Mancini partners with John Daversa for a jazz show not to be missed. John is a distinguished trumpet player, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, and educator. He is also a multiple Grammy Award winner and nominee and the recipient of many other awards and honors. In addition to his active career as a performer and recording artist, he is currently Professor and Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music.
The band features Nick Mancini (vibes), John Daversa (trumpet), Kendrik McKinney (piano), Dave Bowen (drums), and Rei Wang (bass).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
All ages show (Please provide a valid I.D.)
ABOUT NICK MANCINI:
Nick Mancini is a vibraphonist and composer of the highest order. He's performed and recorded with greats such as Arturo Sandoval, Herb Alpert, and The New York Voices, and his film and TV credits include Dreamworks "Turbo" and "Family Guy." From the moment Mancini takes the stage, the audience is wrapped and whisked away on a fanciful journey. After 10 years in NYC and 15 in LA, he has decided to make Tulsa his new home. Virtuosic, easygoing, and humorous are the hallmarks of his performances.
CANCELED: Eric Himan Solo
Due to injury, this show is canceled and will be rescheduled for another date.
One of Tulsa's favorite singer-songwriters returns to Tulsa for a rare appearance at LowDown. Tell all your friends he is back in town for one show only!! He will perform all of his favorite hits from the 80's & 90's.
Written Quincey Ft. Tea Rush
Two of Tulsa's top poets are teaming up for an amazing evening of spoken word, poetry, and live music on Friday, March 29. Through this performance, the audience can expect to experience an array of vocal and lyrical prowess that is a compliment to Quincey's study of poetry and love for literature. A combination of poetic emphasis and lyrical engagement will immerse attendees in a vibe that blends jazz and hip-hop. With the collaboration of Tea Rush and this collective of musicians, the night will be a taste of artful creativity.
The band includes Written Quincey (vocals), Tea Rush (vocals), Liza Villarreal (violin), Marcus James (bass), Jerrell Jackson (drums), and Bobby Moffett Jr. (keys).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Deepfake Jazz Quintet
By pulling influences from jazz icons, such as Chick Corea, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver and Sun Ra, Deepfake Jazz Quintet offers a unique new take on post-bop jazz. The quintet combines each players' individual jazz backgrounds and talents coming together in one sonic vibration.
Deepfake Jazz Quintet features Mason Remel (piano/vibraphone), Nicholas Foster (drums), Jordan Hehl (bass), Matt Ziegler (tenor sax), and Matt Leland (trombone).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D.)
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Instrumentalists and singers are invited to celebrate Women’s History Month during Free Energy Night on Wednesday, March 27. Play the tunes of notable female musicians Mahalia Jackson, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughn; and learn about their impact on the jazz industry. Educator, saxophonist, and composer Mike Cameron and vocalist Janet Rutland will lead the session. If you want to learn the songs before Free Energy Night, here are the music sheets. You are not required to know the songs beforehand.
The songs include:
Come Sunday - Mahalia Jackson
Dont Explain, God Bless the Child - Billie Holiday
Don't Get Around Much Anymore, Take the A Train - Ella Fitzgerald
Misty - Sarah Vaughn
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam is held every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations and genres.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
Damion Shade & The Boom Bap Chorus
On March 23, prepare yourself for an incredible night of music and special guests celebrating the release of the Boom Bap Chorus' first single! Damion Shade & the Boom Bap Chorus create an infectious, and passionate spectacle of a live show that's one part howling Pentecostal tent revival, one part lovely lyrical poetry, and one part trap-infused Mississippi juke jam.
The band features Damion Shade (vocals/beats), Nathan Wright (guitar), Jason Bauer (keys), Matt Magerkurth (cello/bass), Bishop Marsh (trumpet), and Jason Brown (saxophone).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT DAMION SHADE
Damion Shade is a multi-talented creative and social justice force in Tulsa. By day, Damion works on criminal justice policy in Oklahoma championing a wide array of social causes. By night, he is one of the most talented musicians in Tulsa – rapping, singing, and playing multiple instruments across various bands and musical projects.
Most recently he has performed as Damion Shade & The Boom Bap Chorus, a ‘supergroup’ of some of the most talented instrumentalists in Tulsa, and one of the most jaw-dropping live shows in town. Damion has dabbled in various genres, but the first Boom Bap Chorus album will be released in 2024.
Maud Squad Featuring Sarah Maud
One of Tulsa’s top vocalists Sarah Maud is bringing her squad of musicians to LowDown on Friday, March 22.
The band includes Sarah Maud (vocals, electronics), Jordan Hehl (bass, vocal, electronics), and Nicholas Foster (drums, vocals, electronics).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Victoria & The Leon Rollerson Legacy
Victoria and the Leon Rollerson Legacy band is set to deliver a captivating performance, blending the soulful sounds of jazz, R&B, funk, and blues. Prepare to be immersed in a world where the music not only entertains but also moves your body involuntarily. The fusion of genres and the energy of the band members ensure that the audience will be treated to a night of exceptional musical artistry. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or just looking for a night of lively and soulful tunes, this performance is bound to leave a lasting impression.
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
*SOLD OUT* Michael Fields Jr. & Tom Braxton
Top jazz musicians Michael Fields Jr. and Tom Braxton are performing an evening of smooth jazz, R&B, and funk on Saturday, March 16.
The band includes Michael Fields Jr. (bass), Tom Braxton (sax), Reggie James (piano), Mark Downing (guitar), and Anthony Ball (drums).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D)
Barron Ryan
Back by popular demand after selling out multiple LowDown shows! Join us in an evening of solo piano and stories by the impeccable Barron Ryan, featuring the funkiest, countriest, most ‘calypso-y’ piano concert you’ve ever heard. Barron will take the piano to places it’s never been before, but this won’t be a show just for piano fans. Make it a night out to enjoy lively music and Barron’s signature storytelling style.
Barron Ryan’s love for music has always been divided. The son of two musicians, he grew up in a house filled with the sounds of artists ranging from Mozart to Michael Jackson. So when it comes to his own performing, he’s not content drawing on just one influence. He combines them all into a musical adventure that’s vintage yet fresh, historical yet hip, classic yet cool.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Chris Combs Quartet with Jesse Aycock
Chris Combs Quartet is presenting a night of new, original material alongside their good friend Jesse Aycock on pedal steel, guitar, and vocals on Thursday, March 14.
The show will feature Chris Combs (guitars), Jesse Aycock (guitar, pedal steel, vocals), Aaron Boehler (bass), and Josh Raymer (drums).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Chris Combs is a guitarist, composer, and producer from Tulsa, OK whose work with Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, COMBSY, and many more has achieved international acclaim for blending jazz, hip-hop, and experimental elements with a love for improvisation. His career has put him on stage and in the studio with legends, including George Porter Jr., Jeff Coffin, Mike Dillon, Matt Chamberlain, and numerous MCs and singer-songwriters. Combs has performed and presented his work at some of the world's most prestigious venues and festivals, including North Sea Jazz, Montreal Jazz Festival, Jazzwerkstatt Bern, SXSW, Blue Note Jazz Festival, and many more. His new EP features beautiful compositions and searing improvisations.
Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam
Mike Cameron hosts Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam every second and fourth Wednesday of the month! All ages are encouraged to bring their instrument and join the fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience unique collaborations between different generations and genres.
LowDown provides a state-of-the-art sound system, Yamaha C7 grand piano, bass amp, and drum set. Guitar players must provide their own amp and guitar.
David Alan Broome
"Music for the Senses" is an evening-length musical composition by David Alan Broome that explores the overlap between artistry and machine learning. Original music is presented through sound, and then analyzed and interpreted into language and movement. The outcome is a new type of musical science theater that embraces broad definitions of music, text, and choreography. This project was supported by the Artists Creative Fund.
The show features David Alan Broome (keyboards/electronics), Aaron Bean (technologist), Annie Ellicott (vocals), Sandie Busby (sign language interpreter), Kiersten Moser (violin), Corbin Bodley (violin), Ethan Landis (viola), and Matt Magerkurth (cello).
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
Blue Whale Comedy Night: Ali Macofsky
Prepare to laugh with stand-up comedian, actress, and writer Ali Macofsky during Blue Whale Comedy Night at LowDown on Friday, March 8.
Comedians Jon Wallen and Chloe Burns, and host Jacob Campbell will open the show.
ABOUT ALI MACOFSKY
Ali Macofsky began her comedy career at the age of 7 when she joined Ryan Seacrest on KIIS FM every weekday morning and prank-called listeners as her character “Lil Ally” and has continued to pursue comedy ever since. Shortly after high school, Ali quickly established herself in the Los Angeles comedy scene, where she became the first regular to perform on over 100 episodes of the Comedy Store’s weekly Kill Tony podcast. This provided further opportunities, leading Ali to headline venues across the country, as well as open for huge names in the comedy world like Russell Peters and Joe Rogan. Most recently, Ali was named a New Face of Comedy at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. She also just completed a tour opening for rock musician St. Vincent. Ali’s stand-up has been featured on Just For Laughs digital, receiving over 3 million views, and her stand-up has been seen on TikTok over 10 million times. She has a popular series on her Instagram (@notalimac) where she talks to strangers online, and she hosts a weekly podcast called “Resting Bitch.” Ali’s voice on and off stage has captured a wide range of fans who gravitate toward her honest, relatable sense of humor and unique perspective on life.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
TU Jazz Night (All-Ages Show)
Join us for a night of jazz featuring the talents of the University of Tulsa Jazz Improv Combo on Thursday, March 7. They will perform works by Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Zawinul, Dexter Gordon, and more. The first set will showcase the TU Jazz Faculty Combo featuring Dean DeMerritt, Nick Mancini, and Sarah Maud.
TU Jazz Improv members include Chase Jackson (trumpet), Steven Huggins (trumpet), Mason Chou (violin), Shaun Roberts (tenor sax), Jadyn Fording (piano), Pete Chesser (guitar), Ethan Spencer (bass), Samuel Bostic (drums), and Cole Eberle (drums).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
All-ages show (Please provide valid I.D.)
*SOLD OUT* Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey
Rare two-night-only homecoming performance by the iconic Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey!
LowDown is thrilled to welcome Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey (JFJO) back to Tulsa in a rare two-night performance at the club! Fans can enjoy live music from the iconic jazz trio featuring Reed Mathis on bass and guitar, Brian Haas on piano and Moog Bass, and Jason Smart on drums, at their special homecoming performances on March 1 and March 2.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT JACOB FRED JAZZ ODYSSEY
While navigating 29 years,16 members, 27 albums, 11 European Tours and sometimes 300 shows a year in the U.S., Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey has become an institution in modern music. Defined by evolution and change, the band has invented it’s own language, one which defies genre. Beginning in Tulsa, OK in 1994 as a funky octet with MCs and horns, JFJO became an instrumental trio in 1999, a quartet in 2007 and expanded to a 9-piece ensemble for 2011's acclaimed Race Riot Suite.
*SOLD OUT* Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey
Rare two-night-only homecoming performance by the iconic Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey!
LowDown is thrilled to welcome Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey (JFJO) back to Tulsa in a rare two-night performance at the club! Fans can enjoy live music from the iconic jazz trio featuring Reed Mathis on bass and guitar, Brian Haas on piano and Moog Bass, and Jason Smart on drums, at their special homecoming performances on March 1 and March 2.
Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Please provide valid I.D.)
ABOUT JACOB FRED JAZZ ODYSSEY
While navigating 29 years,16 members, 27 albums, 11 European Tours and sometimes 300 shows a year in the U.S., Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey has become an institution in modern music. Defined by evolution and change, the band has invented it’s own language, one which defies genre. Beginning in Tulsa, OK in 1994 as a funky octet with MCs and horns, JFJO became an instrumental trio in 1999, a quartet in 2007 and expanded to a 9-piece ensemble for 2011's acclaimed Race Riot Suite.
Casa Nova
Join us for a blend of bossa nova, samba, hip-moving ragtime jazz, and spoken word on Thursday, February 29. Casa Nova is a collective of men from around the Tulsa area whose different beliefs harmonize together and create beautiful music. The group includes classically trained musicians mixed with rock musicians.
Casa Nova will feature Cole Cribbs (piano), Justin (JD) Dennis (vocals), Fulton Eric Pace (drums), Mason Chow (bass /violin), and Benjamin Cassody (bass).
Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m.
Ages 21+ (Must provide valid I.D.)
The fun doesn’t have to stop when your visit to LowDown is over. Use Root to see what else is going on in Tulsa.