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Relax Attack Jazz Series: Filharmonic
May
6

Relax Attack Jazz Series: Filharmonic

  • Mark Cabinian - Tenor Saxophone

  • Irvin Varquez - Keys

  • Oz Ordonez - Bass

  • Paris Catura - Drums

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation.

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Relax Attack Jazz Series: Morgan Turner Quartet
May
12

Relax Attack Jazz Series: Morgan Turner Quartet

The Morgan Turner Quartet features:

  • Arman Sangalang / sax

  • Kyle Paul / guitar

  • Morgan Turner / bass & compositions

  • Paul Barrilles / drums

Morgan Turner is a Chicago-based bassist and composer whose work bridges tradition and innovation in contemporary jazz. A member of the acclaimed Chicago collective IRIS, she appears on their self-titled debut album (Shifting Paradigm Records, 2024) and performed with the group at the Chicago Jazz Festival alongside trumpeter Russ Johnson. A 2023 Women in Jazz Organization mentee under composer Ayn Inserto, Turner has also performed nationally with IRIS, including at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass Academy. She holds music degrees from Northern Illinois University and Western Michigan University.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation.

6pm doors / 9pm jazz / 2 sets / no cover

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Relax Attack Jazz Series: The Samples
May
13

Relax Attack Jazz Series: The Samples

Drummer Isaiah Spencer explores organic concepts in improvisational music through his collaboration with Brother El on electronics/hardware and Matt Davis on tuba.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation.

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Relax Attack Jazz Series: Marisa Cravero X Ella Grace
May
19

Relax Attack Jazz Series: Marisa Cravero X Ella Grace

Dallas-based jazz vocalist Marisa Cravero and Chicago-based jazz trumpeter Ella Grace join forces for a Midwest tour supported by local rhythm sections. With Marion Mallard on bass, Isaac Lavigne on drums, and Miles Richey on keys, the band presents a dynamic blend of original compositions and unique arrangements.

  • Marisa Cravero — voice

  • Ella Grace — trumpet

  • Marion Mallard — bass

  • Isaac Lavigne — drums

  • Miles Richey — keys

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation.

6pm doors / 9pm jazz / 2 sets / no cover

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Poetry Night at The Whistler
May
20

Poetry Night at The Whistler

Poetry Night at The Whistler

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Relax Attack Jazz Series: Max Brown Quartet
May
26

Relax Attack Jazz Series: Max Brown Quartet

Max Brown is a Chicago-based trombonist, composer, and arranger whose sound blends classic jazz tradition with adventurous improvisation. A graduate of Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music and Butler University, he studied under Wayne Wallace, John Raymond, and Tom Walsh. Before arriving in Chicago, Brown was an active voice in the Madison and Milwaukee scenes, where he continues to perform. His group, the Max Brown Quartet, showcases original compositions and imaginative takes on straight-ahead jazz.

  • Max Brown — Trombone & Compositions

  • Ryan Flannery — Guitar

  • Galen Morris — Bass

  • Colin Dorion — Drums

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, we present Chicago’s top jazz artists in a lively atmosphere, full of cocktail-shaking and spirited conversation.

6pm doors / 9pm jazz / 2 sets / no cover

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poets’ club of chicago anniversary reading
Apr
7

poets’ club of chicago anniversary reading

Join poets’ club of chicago as we celebrate our one-year anniversary as a digital poetry community, alongside five featured readers.

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