Barron Ryan All-Ages Show

Barron Ryan All-Ages Show

Thu, Nov 21

Come for an evening of music and stories by the impeccable Barron Ryan, featuring the funkiest, countriest, most ‘calypso-y’ piano concert you’ve ever heard. Barron will take the instrument 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. Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show runs 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All-Ages (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT BARRON RYAN 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 performing, he’s not content drawing on just one influence. He combines them into a musical adventure that’s vintage yet fresh, historical yet hip, classic yet cool. 

Jesse Aycock & Friends

Jesse Aycock & Friends

Fri, Nov 22

Tulsa's finest singer-songwriter gathers his tribe for an intimate evening of music at LowDown. Enjoy a set of original songs followed by covers of hits by famous Oklahoma artists, including J.J. Cale, Hoyt Axton, Leon Russell, and more. Jesse Aycock will be joined by John Fullbright, Joleen Brown, Beau Roberson, Paddy Ryan, Stephen Lee, and Aaron Boehler. Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) 

Charlie Redd & Friends

Charlie Redd & Friends

Sat, Nov 23

For the hottest Soul, and Funk grooves in town join Charlie Redd & Friends and get all the way down at LowDown. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid ID) 

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Wed, Nov 27

Door open at 7 pm and ends at 10 pm 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. 

Gabriel Royal

Gabriel Royal

Fri, Nov 29

Tulsa's home town gem in a rare appearance at LowDown. An evening of Cello and Piano based original music. Ages 21+/ Doors open at 7pm/ Show runs 8-11pm. (Please provide a valid ID at the door) 

Blue Whale Comedy Night feat. Lizzy Cooperman

Blue Whale Comedy Night feat. Lizzy Cooperman

Sat, Nov 30

Join us for our last Blue Whale Comedy Night at LowDown of the year! Don't miss comedian, actor, and writer Lizzy Cooperman on Saturday, November 30 hosted by Josh Fadem. Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ ABOUT LIZZY COOPERMAN Lizzy Cooperman is a comedian, actor, and writer who has been named one of TimeOut LA's “Comedians to Watch.” She’s appeared on Lights Out with David Spade, Comedy Central's Corporate, E!'s The Soup, Kirby Jenner on Quibi and Send Help on AMC's Allblk. Lizzy opened for Bikini Kill at the Greek Theatre and has performed at Bentzen Ball, The New York Comedy Festival, Haha Harvest Festival, Red Clay Comedy Festival, RIOT LA, Bridgetown Comedy Festival, JFL in Montreal, and The Las Vegas Comedy Festival. She was featured on PBS’s Monty Python: Best Bits Celebrated and co-hosted the Spotlight series That Detox Life. She’s written for several shows including The Eric Andre Show, Not Safe w/ Nikki Glaser, We’ve Got Company! With Marc Ribellet, Ryan Doesn't Know with Ryan Reynolds, TBD’s The Link, The Soup, and The Dish. She's been featured on Netflix Radio, Super Deluxe and Funny Or Die and played Marsha Tanley in the videos for Lord Huron's album Vide Noir. 

Matt Wilson's Christmas Tree-O

Matt Wilson's Christmas Tree-O

Thu, Dec 05

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O is bringing holiday cheer to LowDown on Thursday, December 5. The TREE-O set will take you on a sleigh ride through the joyous holiday song canon, from reinvented classics ("Winter Wonderland," "Silver Bells") to the Lennon-McCartney songbook ("Wonderful Christmastime," "Happy Xmas (War is Over)") and a raucous take on a Hanukkah number ("8 Little Candles"). The evening of mistletoe-tapping tunes (and a stocking full of holiday jazz puns) will feature Matt Wilson (drums), Jeff Lederer (reeds), and Paul Sikivie (bass). Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show runs 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT MATT WILSON Drummer, composer, bandleader, and teaching artist, Matt Wilson has released eighteen albums as a leader and has appeared on more than 500 others as a sideman. He has played with an impressive array of the most legendary names in jazz including Wynton Marsalis, Lee Konitz, Dewey Redman, Charlie Haden, Joe Lovano, Pat Metheny, Herbie Hancock, Bill Frisell, and more. Wilson was named 2018 Musician of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and his album, Honey And Salt (Music Inspired by the Poetry of Carl Sandburg), won the Jazz Journalists Association Album of the Year award. That recording, along with his previous release, Beginning of a Memory, accomplished the rare feat of an artist receiving consecutive 5-star (masterpiece) reviews from DownBeat magazine. Wilson’s commitment to jazz goes far beyond his estimable skills as a drummer and bandleader. Also a renowned educator, he is on a tireless mission to foster a lively and deep connection between music and people, whether they be playing or listening to it. To that end, he is extremely passionate about bringing jazz to new audiences and inspiring students to be as individualistic and imaginative as possible. Matt Wilson is on the faculty at the New School, San Francisco Conservatory, SUNY Purchase, and Sarah Lawrence College. 

Shawna Blake Comedy Special

Shawna Blake Comedy Special

Fri, Dec 06

Join Shawna Blake for a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy on Friday, December 6. With calm confidence, a wink, and finger guns, Shawna Blake delivers surprising and hilarious performances. She brings a crowd along as if we were all close friends while divulging embarrassing moments, private thoughts, and personal victories. Her small-town charm and cutting wit have delighted audiences across the country. This show will be a taping event for her comedy special and will include multiple cameras set up to film. Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show runs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) 

Jonathan Kreisberg Quartet

Jonathan Kreisberg Quartet

Sat, Dec 07

Guitar master Johnathan Kreisberg is making his first appearance in Tulsa at LowDown on December 7! This killer show is not to be missed. The quartet will feature Jonathan Kreisberg (guitar), Martin Bejerano (piano), Luca Alemanno (bass), and Colin Stranahan (drums). Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT JONATHAN KREISBERG Guitarist and composer Jonathan Kreisberg has built a strong worldwide following and has influenced the next generation of musicians with his unique combination of timeless melodicism and forward-thinking lines and textures. He frequently tours worldwide and records with his own groups and has played for 12 years with the late Dr. Lonnie Smith, who said of Kreisberg "He is a passionate musician with great vision, and he is constantly in fiery pursuit of innovation.” 

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Wed, Dec 11

Door open at 7 pm and ends at 10 pm 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. 

Annie Ellicott & Lucky 7 "On Ice"

Annie Ellicott & Lucky 7 "On Ice"

Thu, Dec 12

Enjoy holiday songs with warm, nostalgic arrangements by the seven-piece jazz band. "the Lucky 7". This is a show great for traditional jazz lovers and jolly spirits! The Band: Annie Ellicott - vocals Brad Henderson - Piano Jordan Hehl – bass Jared Johnson – drums Bill Gable – Trumpet Tommy Poole – sax Victor Anderson - sax Rod Clark - Trombone Doors open at 6pm/ Show runs 7-9pm/ Ages 21+ Valid ID required 

Organ Breath

Organ Breath

Fri, Dec 13

Tulsa's newest hot-soul-fueled band presents “ORGANBREATH in the Funky Holiday Spirit: An Homage to American Soul & Organ Music and the Booker T & the MG’s, Classic Holiday Album!” on Friday, December 13. The band started as an homage to American Black music, American Soul and Organ Music. This month the band is paying a special tribute to the Booker T and the MGs: In the Christmas Spirit classic holiday album featuring some local legends and very special guests! Come see ORGANBREATH leads you through instrumental and improvised versions of some of your favorite holiday songs and classic R&B, soul, funk, and Latin-jazz tunes. This will be a rare and unique show, not to be missed! ORGANBREATH includes Matthew L. Edwards (drums & percussion), William Barfield (bass), Nathan Glaser (keys & trumpet), Cole Seigel (organ & keys), and Nate Belatti (guitar). Special guests David B. Smith (organist, Tulsa Legend) and LoveLace The Dragon (vocalist, rapper, producer) will join the band. Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door)  ABOUT ORGANBREATH Root-down, soul/funk, midwestern style, organ music with lots of guitar that STAX like an R&B band and takes flight like a late 70’s Santana Jazz Odyssey. Big eared-instrumental music is front and center, but sometimes, we love to have our friends sing and play with us too because variety is the spice of life, and so is this groove machine; energized like a breath of fresh air – ORGANBREATH! 

Cynthia Simmons

Cynthia Simmons

Sat, Dec 14

Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Well-known for her fabulous live performances, Jazz Vocalist Cynthia Simmons is also a national recording Artist whose music can be purchased or streamed on all music platforms. Her music can also be heard on both national and international Jazz radio stations including her own radio page on Spotify. https://taylorentertainmentgroup.wordpress.com/teg-artists/cynthia-simmons The band features: Cynthia Simmons-Vocals Brad Henderson-Piano Tommy Poole-Saxophone Dean DeMerritt-Bass George Toumayan - Drums Ages 21+ Must provide a valid ID 

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Free Energy: All-Ages Jazz Jam

Wed, Dec 18

Door open at 7 pm and ends at 10 pm 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. 

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

Thu, Dec 19

The Vince Guaraldi sound track of our childhood brought to life by Tulsa's finest Jazz musicians. In our annual three night run!!! The Band: Tommy Poole: Sax Dean DeMerritt: Bass Max Holm: Piano David Bowen: Drums Family Night! All-ages show featuring holiday drink specials Doors open at 6pm/ show runs 7-8:30pm Please provide a valid ID. 

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

Fri, Dec 20

The Vince Guaraldi sound track of our childhood brought to life by Tulsa's finest Jazz musicians. Join us in our annual celebration along with a package of holiday classics. The Band: Tommy Poole: Sax Dean DeMerritt: Bass Max Holm: Piano David Bowen: Drums Doors open at 7pm/ Show starts at 8pm Ages 21+/ Please provide a valid ID 

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

LowDown presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

Sat, Dec 21

The Vince Guaraldi sound track of our childhood brought to life by Tulsa's finest Jazz musicians. Join us in our annual celebration along with a package of holiday classics. The Band: Tommy Poole: Sax Dean DeMerritt: Bass Max Holm: Piano David Bowen: Drums Doors open at 7pm/ Show starts at 8pm Ages 21+/ Please provide a valid ID 

Poppa Foster

Poppa Foster

Thu, Dec 26

Listen to Poppa Foster perform original soul, blues, jazz, and ragtime songs and compositions while telling stories of how, when, and why the tunes were written. The show will be a live recording, which he plans to release in the spring. Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show runs 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT POPPA FOSTER Chris "Poppa" Foster is a Tulsa-based singer, songwriter, and pianist who masterfully blends the sounds of New Orleans jazz, Memphis soul, Delta blues, and Tulsa Americana. Rooted in Southern tradition, his music is both nostalgic and innovative, fusing his dynamic piano style with vivid storytelling. With decades of experience, Chris has shared the stage and studio with a wide range of artists, including John Moreland, Todd Clouser, and the late Steve Pryor. One of his career highlights includes stepping in for the legendary Leon Russell, playing and singing with Russell's touring band during the iconic musician’s 75th birthday and memorial celebration at Circle Cinema. A true musical craftsman, Poppa Foster continues to captivate audiences with his soulful performances and rich, genre-defying sound. 

Deep Fake Jazz Quintet

Deep Fake Jazz Quintet

Fri, Dec 27

Deepfake Jazz Quintet combines each players' individual jazz backgrounds and talents coming together in one sonic vibration. 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. Band features: Mason Remel - piano/vibraphone Nicholas Foster - drums Jordan Hehl - bass Matt Ziegler - tenor sax Matt Leland - trombone Doors open at 6pm/ Show starts at 8pm Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid ID) 

Valarie Harding and Friends

Valarie Harding and Friends

Sat, Dec 28

End the year on a sweet note, join us in an evening of music by Valarie Harding and Friends. A former contestant on The Voice, Valarie will present a mixture of classic soul, jazz, and R&B. Valarie Harding is a soul singer from Muskogee, OK. She started her musical path as a young child, singing in church and with her musical family, learning how to harmonize and direct music. Valarie became the lead vocalist of Wall Street band in 2004, where she was introduced to Tulsa. Over the years, she has become a Tulsa legend, sharing her gift and captivating audiences. Recently, Valarie represented Tulsa as a contestant on NBC's The Voice season 22, where she impressed John Legend and secured a spot on his team. The band includes Valarie Harding (lead vocalist), Parry Harding (guitar), Brian Jones (keys), Bobby Moffett (keys/keybass), Elijah Hill (drums), Alexandria Moore (background vocals) and Daniel McHenry (background vocals). Doors open at 7pm/ Show starts at 8pm Ages 21+/ Valid ID required at the door 

THE ZUITS! NEW YEARS EVE BIG SWING PARTY

THE ZUITS! NEW YEARS EVE BIG SWING PARTY

Tue, Dec 31

Swing into the new year with the Zuits at LowDown's annual New Years Eve Show. Bring your dancing shoes. Doors open at 9:30pm/ Show starts at 10:30pm 21+ Ages (Please provide a valid ID at the door) Grazing Table/ Party Favors & Champagne toast included! The Zuits are a talented neo-swing jazz band hailing from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Since their formation in 2004, they have captivated audiences with their energetic performances and dynamic sound. The band consists of Katie Triplett on vocals, Doug Styers on vocals and trombone, Eric Noble on trumpet, Brent Baldwin on alto and baritone saxophone, Chuck Fluker on guitar, Mark Lee on piano, Andrew Ralston on bass, and Chris Wylie on drums. With a deep appreciation for the swing era, the Zuits infuse their music with modern influences and a playful spirit, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and fresh. Their tight arrangements and powerful horn section have made them a favorite among swing dancers and jazz enthusiasts alike.Swing you