The Music City Review

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This iteration features the Josh Karas Trio.

Shawn E. Okpebholo’s THE COOK-OFF (World Premiere) Libretto by Mark Campbell Sung in English and Spanish with projected English supertitles Featuring Lee Hoiby’s BON APPÉTIT! (The Julia Child Opera) Sung in English with projected English supertitles THE COOK OFF DirectedRead More

Nashville vocalist and flutist and host of Rudy’s semi-regular Ladies of Jazz series Wendy Burns presents and evening of all the most classic jazz tunes from the Great American Songbook. Having studied this music literally her entire life, Burns offersRead More

For three years, Steve Roper was the band leader and music director for the Steven Roper and the B.B. King Allstars band at the B.B. King Club here in Music City. His primary genres are jazz and blues, but hisRead More

  The Analog continues its Analog Soul series, featuring some of the city’s most promising emerging talent who are redefining soul music. The performance on the 17th will feature Analog regulars Will Davenport, Alex Slay, and Jon “DJ Smoke” Lucas,Read More

Vanderbilt's student small jazz ensembles perform.

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

Viktor Krauss is a bassist that has called Nashville home since 1992, and has over 600 credits to his name as either bassist, composer, or producer.

Sambuca’s Dinner Over Jazz series continues, this time featuring Lindsey Webster.

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

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

Known for an energetic personality and audience interactions, Sarah J’s music combines R&B, pop, and contemporary jazz.

Nashville native Bizz Bigsby shares his very personal music which tells the story of his life, influenced by everyone from Bill Withers to George Jones to James Taylor.

Likai He, violin | Charissa Leung, violin | Anthony Parce, viola | Keith Nicholas, cello Join us for an evening of chamber music, curated by the musicians of your Nashville Symphony! Enjoy an evening of Shostakovich string quartets, followed by a Q&A with ensemble members. PROGRAM Dmitri Shostakovich: String Quartet No.Read 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

November highlight! Saxophonist Sam Greenfield’s music is upbeat, funky, and features intricately written harmonic lines. His sound will hit home for any jazz fan.

November highlight! Blending jazz, funk, rock, and psychedelia, Dogs in a Pile is a band from Asbury Park, New Jersey, continuing the rich musical legacy of that town while forging ahead with their own original sound.

Jazz and blues vocalist Rebecca Carlson has made a name for herself across the country, taking stints based in New York City, Tucson, Los Angeles, and now Nashville. An extensive touring and recording career has made her quite an in-demandRead More

This month Arrington will also feature a series of dedicated jazz concerts on Fridays on the Hillside Stage. This iteration features Andrew Carney and the Essentials.

The violinist and online sensation Ray Chen is the centerpiece of this concert, with his flashy rendition of Sibelius’ violin concerto. Giancarlo highlights the woodwinds in Dvořák’s joyous Carnival Overture and showcases the power and virtuosity of the entire orchestra in Shostakovich’sRead More

November highlight! Chicago-based James Austin Jr is an accomplished jazz pianist and bandleader who has studied under the tutelage of a number of legendary jazz musicians, including extensive study with Barry Harris. “Songs in the Key of Wonder” is aRead More

Nashville trumpetist Andrew Golden, host of the weekly Bohemia After Dark jazz show over at Old Glory, and his band Farm Feelings present a rather unique farm-themed performance. Infused with soulful melodies and foot-tapping rhythms, the band’s farm-inspired tunes offerRead More

Arrington Vineyards features concerts of Jazz and Bluegrass every Saturday and Sunday. This iteration features the Miles Damaso Group.

Prominent Nashville pianist Jody Nardone brings his trio to Rudy’s for a classic jazz set. With a growing national reputation, Nardone seamlessly shifts from the “whispered beauty of Bill Evans to the percussive flights of McCoy Tyner.” (Michael McCall, NashvilleRead More

The violinist and online sensation Ray Chen is the centerpiece of this concert, with his flashy rendition of Sibelius’ violin concerto. Giancarlo highlights the woodwinds in Dvořák’s joyous Carnival Overture and showcases the power and virtuosity of the entire orchestra in Shostakovich’sRead More

Bruce Dudley is a Steinway Concert Artist who has over 40 years of experience performing jazz all throughout North and South America. He has recorded a number of albums as bandleader, as well as performed with big industry names likeRead More

One of Nashville’s most active and accomplished saxophonists, Aliquo will be leading performances with his trio twice this month.