The Music City Review

Vocalist Sarah Jane Nelson combines influences from country, jazz, blues, and musical theater for a unique voice that has earned her descriptions as a “knock-‘em dead singer,” “sultry jazz goddess,” and “a first rate singer”.  

I couldn’t make a list of Rudy’s events without including a shout-out for the regular weekly Jazz Jam the club hosts every Sunday night. Whether you are a jazz musician and you want to jam with your fellow artists, orRead More

This five-piece band is heavily influenced by classic jazz cutting-edge artists like Thelonius Monk, Wes Montgomery, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, and more. The band consists of Brian Cornish on saxophone, Regi Wooten on bass, Daryl Johnson on drums, Adam CharneyRead More

One of Nashville’s preeminent guitar talents will perform several times at the Underdog. More blues and country than jazz, Trapp’s intricate and highly technical guitar playing will surely interest those who love the technicality of jazz music. His trio featuresRead More

A favorite on the Nashville Latin and jazz scene, multi-instrumentalist Giovanni Rodriguez presents an electric night of salsa, along with his band consisting of Rodriguez (bass/vocals), Melvin Macias (piano/vocals), Jesus Agreda (Timbales), Lorenzo Molina Ruiz (Trumpet), and Manuel 'Manotas' RamierezRead More

Every Monday night at Rudy’s Jazz Room, the Caribbean sun comes alive with the vibrant beats of the congas. Giovanni Rodríguez, a versatile artist with Dominican roots now based in Nashville, leads this project alongside some of the city's topRead More

Originally from Illinois, guitarist and harmonica player Bergeson was brought to Nashville by Chet Atkins after a decade in NYC. Bergeson then appeared on two of Atkins’ recordings, after which he worked with a number of industry legends, including DollyRead More

Coming from a distinctly talented musical family, Regi Wooten is one of the most innovative and dynamic musicians on the scene today, pushing the boundaries of the traditional genres. Equally at home playing Hendrix as Wes Montgomery, Wooten assembles aRead More

Every Thursday night, Rudy’s honors its New Orleans and French roots by celebrating the vibrant music of Gypsy Jazz. These nights feature a variety of small groups either led or curated by New Orleans native Brook Sutton, all performing musicRead More

Jack Ruch returns this month with his organ trio, a classic jazz format.  

Prominent Nashville pianist and Rudy’s regular Pat Coil leads a quintet for a special tribute to Lyle Mays, with whom Coil had a personal and professional relationship. Along with Pat Metheny himself, Mays was the other powerhouse that drove theRead More

Degey is a Nashville-based guitarist originally from Paris, France. His family heritage also features Afro-Caribbean roots, and together with his longtime interest and study of Brazilian culture, these influences create a rather unique musical blend. This quartet will feature DonRead More

January Highlight! Percussionist and composer John Arrucci makes his Nashville debut with his quartet, which he will lead on vibraphone. The group also features Josh Karas on piano, Thomas Altman on bass, and Brian Czach on drum set. Arrucci hasRead More

Richard Wagner: Overture to The Flying Dutchman Julia Wolfe: Flower Power | Live Recording Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 One of the hallmarks of Giancarlo’s tenure has been the relationships he has developed with composers, inviting them to Nashville to make definitive recordings of theirRead More

Directed by Emily Pulley Conducted by Dean Williamson Featuring the Nashville Opera Orchestra Sung in English with projected English lyrics Score by Sir Arthur Sullivan Libretto by Sir William S. Gilbert Premiered in London, Opera Comique, May 25, 1878 H.M.S. Pinafore was the showRead More

Another frequent visitor to the Rudy’s stage, award-winning vocalist, songwriter and vocal coach Stephanie Adlington is known as the “Siren of the South,” with an “unrivaled” take on the Great American Songbook.  

Jazz and fusion guitarist Aaron Lessard returns to Rudy’s with his trio, featuring Brook Sutton on bass and Nioshi Jackson on drums.  

This Miles tribute act returns to Rudy’s, now under the leadership of drummer Brian Czach. The quintet is made up of some of Nashville’s top jazz talent, and pays special attention to the two “great quintets” Davis led in theRead More

The Analog continues its Analog Soul series, featuring some of the city’s most promising emerging talent who are redefining soul music. Both shows this month will feature Will Davenport and The Smoke Show. These shows are 21+.  

Directed by Emily Pulley Conducted by Dean Williamson Featuring the Nashville Opera Orchestra Sung in English with projected English lyrics Score by Sir Arthur Sullivan Libretto by Sir William S. Gilbert Premiered in London, Opera Comique, May 25, 1878 H.M.S. Pinafore was the showRead More

Drummer John Alvey makes his NJW debut to perform music from his album “Loft Glow,” which features Nashville mainstay musicians Roland Barber (trombone), Joel Frahm (tenor sax), Jovan Quallo (alto sax), Matt Endahl (piano), and Jacob Jezioro (bass).  

Richard Wagner: Overture to The Flying Dutchman Julia Wolfe: Flower Power | Live Recording Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 One of the hallmarks of Giancarlo’s tenure has been the relationships he has developed with composers, inviting them to Nashville to make definitive recordings of theirRead More

A special jazz trio presented by three of Nashville’s top players. Chris Walters is a pianist who served as music director for Barbara Mandrell and toured with the band Alabama for many years, among many other positions he has held.Read More

Pianist Will Padgett brings his trio to Rudy’s, featuring Thomas Altman on bass and Brad Covington on drums. The group will present some of Padgett’s original compositions, which can be heard in a number of different mediums, including TV, videoRead More