7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 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. 

Oklahoma's premier electronic-instrumental jazz ensemble is performing a fusion of classics by Herbie Hancock, John Scofield, Steps Ahead, and Weather Report, as well as originals from members of the band. at LowDown on Thursday, October 10. Formed in 2017, the group regularly performs at music festivals across the region. The Free Samples includes Tommy Poole (saxophones), Brian Belanus (guitar), Nick Mancini (vibraphone), Aaron Spiers (bass), and Cade Crone (drums). Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. All ages allowed (Ages 21+ please provide valid I.D. at the door) 

Listen to a record-accurate arrangement of the classic "Nancy Wilson & Cannonball Adderley" album. Kendrik McKinney and his jazz trio will feature Tulsa recording artist and jazz vocalist Sarah Maud! She'll be singing the role of Nancy Wilson alongside Logan Gorrell on saxophone, covering the parts played by Cannonball Adderley! You don't want to miss this rare performance of this full record! Hosted by Kendrik McKinney on piano, with Rei Wang-Bowen on bass, and David Bowen on drums swangin’ all evening. Come out and support America’s music! Doors open at 7pm/ Show starts at 8pm 21+ Ages/ Must provide a vialed at the door 

Multi-instrumentalist and singer Paula Atherton is putting on a show that will highlight her sax and flute playing, as well as her singing. Her music runs the gamut from Latin-influenced compositions to old-school R&B, funk, and more. Paula always aims to keep the audience engrossed in what she is doing, making sure the audience has a great time! She will be playing selections from her seven releases. Paula will be joined by Bobby Moffett Jr (piano/keyboard), Edison Hill (drums), Caleb Mendoza (guitar), and Matt Magerkurth (bass). Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT PAUL ATHERTON Saxophonist/vocalist Paula Atherton is a contemporary jazz artist from NYC, with 3 #1s on Billboard/Mediabase, and 12 top 30 singles. Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons, Nick Colionne, Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright, and Chieli Minucci. Paula has worked in the traditional jazz field; one of the notable performances being a week-long engagement at the Blue Note NYC with pianist and jazz legend, Hank Jones. Paula also performed with Grammy award-winning singer Dee Dee Bridgewater at the Annenberg Theater, for the Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival. 

Enjoy an evening of traditional 30s and 40s French Gypsy jazz with some original music from the genre by Gitans Solitaires on Thursday, October 17. The group includes Nathan Wilson (guitar), Mason Chow (violin), Pete Chesser (guitar), and Ben Cassody (bass). Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT GITANS SOLITAIRES Nathan Wilson, Ph.D. is a professor at Oklahoma State University and has played guitar for over 30 years. Mason Chow is a violinist from Tulsa who is involved in jazz studies at the University of Tulsa. Pete Chesser is a guitarist from Tulsa who is involved in jazz studies at the University of Tulsa. Ben Cassody is a local Tulsa bass player who plays jazz, funk, psychedelic rock, and Bossa nova. A graduate of the University of Tulsa, he works in IT System Administration. 

Come dance with us! Join us for an evening of salsa and Latin jazz with live music by Mezclave with DJ VZEN on Friday, October 18. The band includes Edwin Canito (bass), Angela Garcia (maracas and vocals), Jon Bueno (congas), Michael Bremo (timbales), Nick Mancini (piano), Brian Belanus (guitar), Vic Anderson (sax and flute), and Gary Adolph (trumpet). Get your tickets in advance ~ Mezclave salsa nights are sure to sell out! Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid ID)  Buying tickets for a general admission show steps: 1. Select the number of guests 2. Click the dance floor and then click the "next" button at the bottom of the screen to continue the purchasing process. ABOUT MEZCLAVE: 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 this Caribbean and Jazz mixture, this show is for you! Edwin Canito was inspired to start this group in the year 2000. His influences and inspiration from the music of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Conjunto Libre, and the “FANIA” era of salsa music and traditional jazz artists like Joe Henderson, Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, and many more. Angela LeBron Garcia: Co-Founder Percussionist NYC-born Puerto Rican Percussionist, Angela LeBron Garcia, a student of the notable Latin jazz bassist Victor Venegas, resides originally from the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Angela has studied minor percussion in the idiom of Latin jazz and salsa music for over 50 years and has had the opportunity to perform & study with salsa legends such as Oscar D’ Leon, Richie Flores & Frank Valdes. Edwin “Canito” Garcia: Co-Founder Bassist, Educator, Producer Edwin Canito is a NYC-born Puerto Rican Bassist who has had the opportunity to play music in NYC and the greater Oklahoma area for the past 20 years. He has performed and studied with such notables as, Phil Woods, Arturo O’Farrill & the Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra, Paul Bollenback, Tim Ries (Rolling Stones), Ray Ruiz “El Maelo”, Peter Brainin Group, Freddie Bryant Trio, and more. Edwin currently travels to perform with various groups in the Midwest, Nashville, NYC, Phoenix, and occasionally other venues across the United States. Jon Bueno: Conguero/ Percussionist Jon grew up around Latin percussion instruments as a child and was exposed to all types of music from a very young age thanks to his father. He was first introduced to Latin jazz in the 80s by his Venezuelan grandfather and started out playing with jam bands around 1999. For the last 20 years, he has been using that knowledge and discipline in the rhythm sections of numerous bands, from funk to jazz, to fusion, and even Afro-Cuban folkloric ensembles. In 2005 Jon shared a stage with Brian Haas and Edwin Garcia… he was invited to join Edwin Canito’s Latin Jazz Ensemble, “Mezclave” a few days later and has been a key member of the Mezclave group since. Michael Bremo: Percussion master and educator Michael Bremo, known to many as "Bremo" was born and raised on the island of Aruba, and is now based in Tulsa Oklahoma. Bremo is a well-versed percussionist in various styles of music, especially world music and jazz. His versatility has made him a musician on demand internationally, where he has toured and performed at world-renowned festivals. He currently sits as an adjunct professor for many of the local universities and holds an M.M. in commercial jazz Studies from UCO in Edmond, Okla. Nick Mancini: Vibraphonist/Marimbaist and Composer Nick Mancini’s undergrad studies earned him an A.S. from Schenectady County Community College and a B.M. (with honors) from The Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam and then moved to NYC to attend Manhattan School of Music. He has performed and recorded with Arturo Sandoval, Peter Erskine, Poncho Sanchez, and Kenny Werner. As both a band leader and side man, Nick has appeared at some of New York’s most notable venues such as Apollo Theater, Birdland, and Joe’s Pub. Vic Anderson: Saxophonist, flutist, and multi-instrumentalist [Bag Pipes] of Tulsa Edison High School. Studied music at the Vic Anderson studied at the University of North Texas in Denton and worked in the DFW area. He has been a staple for the Tulsa Jazz community for over 30 years as a sideman for orchestral and jazz performances. He has worked for numerous shows and has been a member of MEZCLAVE since the early 2000s. With Special Guest: Brian Belanus on Guitar and Gary Adolf on Trumpet 

Joyce Spencer is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, captivating audiences with her saxophone, flute, and vocals. From traditional jazz to contemporary jazz, R&B, funk, and classic rock, she delivers a dynamic range of soulful ballads and vibrant rhythms. Experience her unique blend of familiar covers and original compositions at LowDown on Saturday, October 19. The show will feature Joyce (saxophone, flute, vocals), Rebecca Cordes (keys), Bailey Ehrghott (lead guitar), Ed Thompson (bass), and Tammy Mitchell-Woods (drums). Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid I.D. at the doors) ABOUT JOYCE SPENCER Joyce Spencer is an award-winning saxophonist, flutist, and vocalist from Dallas, Texas, who covers the gamut of musical influence, style, and genre from traditional to contemporary jazz and classical to R&B, funk, fusion, blues, pop, and Gospel/Christian. The mixing and blending of musical styles in her upbringing are definitely her forte and an asset to writing music and entertainment. 

7 p.m. – 10 p.m. 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. 

Victoria and the Leon Rollerson Legacy are set to deliver a captivating performance, blending the soulful sounds of jazz, R&B, funk, and blues. The fusion of genres and the band members’ energy ensures the audience will be treated to a night of exceptional musical artistry. The show will feature Victoria Ellington (vocals), Mark Furnas (guitar and vocals), Homer Johnson (guitar), Bronko Carr (bass), Jerry Smoot (saxophone), Gary Adolph (trumpet), Jeff Roberson (trombone), Mike Patterson (congas), Spike Gore (drums), and Jack Wolfe (keyboard). Doors open at 6 p.m. | Show starts at 7 p.m. Ages 21+ (Please provide a valid ID)  ABOUT VICTORIA AND LRL Most of the members have been performing together since 2012. The group has honed their craft under the leadership of the late Leon Rollerson; developing a deep expertise across a variety of musical genres. More than just a band, they are like a close-knit family of musicians, united by their passion for creating timeless music. 

Catch Joy Harjo and her band in a rare Tulsa appearance on Friday, October 25. Joy will present an unforgettable evening of jazz, Native rock, and poetic expression. The band includes Joy Harjo (saxophone, flute, poetry), Nathan Eicher (bass), Josh Westbrook (guitar), and George Toumayan (drums). Doors open at 7 p.m. | Show starts at 8 p.m. Ages 21+ (Must provide a valid I.D. at the door) ABOUT JOY HARJO Joy Harjo served three terms as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States from 2019-2022. She is the author of several books of poetry, plays, children's books, and memoirs, and has edited anthologies of Native poetry. She has also produced several music recordings of original music, including her most recent, I PRAY FOR MY ENEMIES. She is at work on a musical, WE WERE THERE WHEN JAZZ WAS INVENTED, and is the co-creator with Doug Miller for an upcoming show at the Bob Dylan Center NATURAL ANTHEM, honoring the guitarist JESSE ED DAVIS. , She has been honored with the Frost Medal from the Poetry Society of America, Yale's 2023 Bollingen Prize for American Poetry, and the National Book Critics Circle Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award among many others, and has honorary doctorates from many universities, including Harvard University, the University of St. Andrews and the Institute of American Indian Arts. She is the first Artist-in-Residence for Tulsa's Bob Dylan Center. She is a Muscogee Nation enrolled citizen and lives in the Muscogee Creek Reservation in Oklahoma. 

On Saturday, Oct. 26th, Rubyland returns to LowDown for our annual Halloween Show! Adorn yourself in your most glamorous gore and ghostly glitz for the costume competition, and be prepared for frights and delights from our spooky, sparkly surprise guests! The show will feature Annie Ellicott (vocals and ukulele), Jordan Hehl (bass), Nicholas Foster (drums), 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 a valid ID) ABOUT ANNIE ELLICOTT A veteran of the stage, Annie Ellicott has been performing for sold-out crowds in theater and music for 30 years. She is the frontwoman for the eight-piece jazz combo, Annie Ellicott and The Lucky 7, and recently dropped an album of upbeat jazz standards, “Happy Talk,” with pianist Scott Mcquade — available on all streaming platforms. Annie has been a reoccurring guest singer with Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, appearing with the ensemble 20 times over the last eight years across the US and Europe, performing jazz, bebop, and comedy improv. Goldblum says of Ellicott, “I always know it’s going to be fun when Annie is on the gig. She’s a wonderful jazz singer who is adventurous and surprising.” The Guardian sums the chanteuse up succinctly, “Annie Ellicott blends coquettishness with cool.” Annie is also the lead singer and songwriter for Rubyland, a cross-genre band based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. ABOUT RUBYLAND Rubyland is a cross-genre band made up of seven songwriters in Tulsa, Oklahoma, who combine elements of jazz, pop, rock, and folk to create a full-bodied and emotionally driven sound. Their live performances are often theatrical and visually colorful with whimsical costumes and set pieces bespoke to the theme of the evening. Veteran Jazz singer and lead songwriter Annie Ellicott fronts the band with dynamically soulful vocals ranging from whisper-soft to thunderous, and an unorthodox approach to the electric ukulele. David Broome (piano), Mark Southerland (saxophone), Peter Tomshany (guitar), Jordan Hehl (bass), and Nicholas Foster (drums) round out the group with a masterful command of their instruments and excellent original songs, making for a beautifully rich and charmingly eclectic ensemble. 

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.