Parker Jazz Club's Upcoming Shows

Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics. The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Texas Jazz Society Presents… The McCallum Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Carol Nelson, is delighted to entertain audiences at this lively annual spring show. This is an ongoing series presented by Parker Jazz Club in conjunction with the Texas Jazz Society to provide opportunities for local area high school programs to perform and raise money for their music programs. 100% of ticket sales go directly back to the high school! All of these concerts are livestreamed for family and friends for free. Please consider helping us support these fine young musicians! 

The Texas State University Jazz Studies program prides itself on providing an intensive, nurturing environment that emphasizes student-faculty interaction and encourages its diverse student population to find their own voices as performers.​ Proximity to both Austin and San Antonio enables students to pursue external performance opportunities that enhance their education. The jazz faculty comprises first-call players who help students network as they transition into a full-time careers in performance, composition, and education. The Texas State Jazz Faculty performs advanced arrangements of contemporary popular music in various styles, under the direction of Dr. Utah Hamrick. All ages welcome. 

The Ryan Davis Trio plays classic jazz and Great American Songbook selections, including modern works but also stretching back through the post-bop, cool jazz, and traditional jazz genres, trying to build on the musical language that has been left for us, and attempting to introduce a new audience to these great tunes. “Ultimately though, we are trying to groove, to find a connection on a more fundamental, human level, and move the audience with us,” says Davis. Pianist, composer, and arranger Davis leads the ensemble, with Jeremy Bruch on drums and Ben Triesch on bass. Specific artists that have influenced the sound of the group include Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, McCoy Tyner, Ellis Marsalis, Tamir Hendelman, Bill Charlap, Errol Garner, George Shearing, Red Garland, and many others. 

In 2017, Monte Warden announced his new Americana project, Monte Warden and the Dangerous Few, a critically acclaimed project of all-original material showcasing Warden’s writing and vocals in the Jazz / Traditional Pop genre that Paste Magazine dubbed “The Great Americana Songbook,” while noting “Warden has created a sound that never before existed.” KUTX opined, “Imagine Gene Vincent singing Cole Porter.” The 2020 debut album received worldwide critical praise as well as first-ballot Grammy nominations in six categories, including Best Americana Album and Album of the Year. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics. The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Texas Jazz Society Presents… The LASA Jazz Band under the direction of Ponder East. This is an ongoing series presented by Parker Jazz Club in conjunction with the Texas Jazz Society to provide opportunities for local area high school programs to perform and raise money for their music programs. 100% of ticket sales go directly back to the high school! All of these concerts are livestreamed for family and friends for free. Please consider helping us support these fine young musicians! 

The University of Texas Jazz Orchestra led by Diego Rivera! The University of Texas Jazz Orchestra is the premier jazz ensemble of the Butler School of Music. Grounded in the jazz tradition, the ensemble prepares students for professional careers as creative and versatile musicians. Its repertoire includes landmark works from the jazz canon, innovative pieces by contemporary artists, and original compositions and arrangements by students. Through intensive rehearsal, performance, and collaboration, the UT Jazz Orchestra fosters excellence in improvisation, ensemble playing, and musical interpretation. The group performs regularly at major festivals and renowned venues, and has toured internationally throughout Europe and Japan, often sharing the stage with leading voices in jazz today. 

The Texas State University Jazz Studies program prides itself on providing an intensive, nurturing environment that emphasizes student-faculty interaction and encourages its diverse student population to find their own voices as performers.​ Proximity to both Austin and San Antonio enables students to pursue external performance opportunities that enhance their education. The jazz faculty comprises first-call players who help students network as they transition into a full-time careers in performance, composition, and education. The Texas State University Jazz Faculty performs advanced arrangements of contemporary popular music in various styles, under the direction of Dr. Utah Hamrick. All ages welcome. 

Dale Watson's Swang Thang with Twang! We had a blast the first time, so we've decided to make this a thing! Come on down and check out this fantastic show! Dale Watson is an award-winning, hardest working, real country musician and producer who has been creating music and performing live for over 40 years. He has shared the stage with such icons as Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson, just to name a few. He has been seen on David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel, and Austin City Limits, but most of the time, he is touring the world, killing it for his fans, keeping the country music roots sound alive. With over 30 albums and singles, Dale knows his way around the recording studio, which is why he built Wat-sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, complete with the 1937 board from Sun Studio. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics. The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Texas Jazz Society Presents… The Temple Highlighters This is an ongoing series presented by Parker Jazz Club in conjunction with the Texas Jazz Society to provide opportunities for local area high school programs to perform and raise money for their music programs. 100% of ticket sales go directly back to the high school! All of these concerts are livestreamed for family and friends for free. Please consider helping us support these fine young musicians! The Temple Highlighters are the premier jazz ensemble at Temple High School. Temple High School is home to the oldest jazz curriculum in the Texas having been founded in 1952. In the 73-year history of the program, the Highlighters have earned local, regional, state, and national recognitions. Recent awards include National Winner (2021) and Commended (2024) in the National Jazz Honors Project, Featured Ensemble in the 14th Charles Mingus Festival (2022), and National Winner of the Perform With Mintzer Competition Sponsored by Eastman Winds (2022). The ensemble is currently under the direction of Highlighter alumnus Marcos Duran. 

The One O’Clock Lab Band, under the direction of Alan Baylock, is the premier performing ensemble of the internationally acclaimed University of North Texas jazz studies program. With an unprecedented seven Grammy Award® nominations (one or more per decade and under every director since the 70s: Lab ‘75, Lab ‘76, Lab ‘89, Lab ‘91, Lab 2009, Lab 2015) from the library of over eighty critically acclaimed recordings to date, the One O’Clock Lab Band is noted for exceptional individual musicianship and tight ensemble performance. 

The Ryan Davis Trio plays classic jazz and Great American Songbook selections, including modern works but also stretching back through the post-bop, cool jazz, and traditional jazz genres, trying to build on the musical language that has been left for us, and attempting to introduce a new audience to these great tunes. “Ultimately though, we are trying to groove, to find a connection on a more fundamental, human level, and move the audience with us,” says Davis. Pianist, composer, and arranger Davis leads the ensemble, with Jeremy Bruch on drums and Ben Triesch on bass. Specific artists that have influenced the sound of the group include Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, McCoy Tyner, Ellis Marsalis, Tamir Hendelman, Bill Charlap, Errol Garner, George Shearing, Red Garland, and many others. 

Parker Jazz Club is thrilled to welcome Emmy-nominated trumpeter and Downbeat Jazz Magazine’s “2024 #1 Ranked Rising Star Male Jazz Vocalist” Benny Benack III back to our stage for a musical night celebrating the singular energy of The City That Never Sleeps: New York! Benack hosts an elegant Jazz-inspired affair highlighting songs and artists along the way that made New York City simply, the place to be. From the Café Carlyle uptown to Broadway’s theater district, from the legendary jazz clubs of 52nd Street to the historic venues of Greenwich Village and beyond, “The Magic of Manhattan” captures the sounds that have made New York City one of the most coveted destinations for music lovers around the world. Whether it’s Billy Joel’s “New York State of Mind” or Blossom Dearie’s ode to “Manhattan”, by the time Frank Sinatra’s iconic “New York, New York” is played by the band, audiences will feel like they just spent a night out in New York City! Recognized as a Rising Star by DownBeat Magazine and a finalist in the Thelonious Monk and Sarah Vaughan competitions, Benny brings energy, virtuosity, and charm to every performance. Don’t miss this chance to see one of jazz’s brightest talents live, in an unforgettable evening of music and mastery. Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue 

Join us at Parker Jazz Club for a night of swingin' Rat Pack music reminiscent of Las Vegas in its prime! The Copa Kings were formed out of a desire to breathe new life into some of the great jazz standards of the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s. With great reverence, the band brings a unique passion, artistry, and flair to the jazz music of this period. Led by frontman Billy Murphy, the Austin-based Copa Kings pay homage to some of our country’s greatest jazz songwriters and performers, including Frank, Billie, Ella, Louis (Armstrong and Jordan), Dean, and Ray. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics. The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Texas Jazz Society Presents… The McNeil High School Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Dan Bechdolt This is an ongoing series presented by Parker Jazz Club in conjunction with the Texas Jazz Society to provide opportunities for local area high school programs to perform and raise money for their music programs. 100% of ticket sales go directly back to the high school! All of these concerts are livestreamed for family and friends for free. Please consider helping us support these fine young musicians! 

Kris Kimura and the Parker House Band are proud to present a special show paying homage to one of the most iconic and original jazz artists in history. Legendary vocalist and trumpet Chet Baker left an indelible mark on the music industry, recording over 100 albums in his four-decade career. His unique sound and personality inspired future generations of musicians in a way few artists have. Kris Kimura and his world class quartet explore favorites from Chet's vast discography, including songs from "Chet Sings!" and "Chet Baker Sings and Plays." Parker Jazz Club is 21+ music venue 

Following her fully sold-out Be My Valentine tour, jazz-pop vocalist, violinist, and songwriter Emmaline returns to Austin with her Love Songs by Starlight tour. This intimate, candlelit concert will showcase brand new original love songs alongside Emmaline’s signature, genre-bending takes on your favorite romantic classics. Grab your seats and join us for an elegant evening of modern-retro romance! Due to Emmaline’s past appearances in Austin selling out well in advance, early ticket purchases are strongly encouraged! Though still in the early stages of her blossoming career, vocalist, violinist and songwriter, Emmaline, has accomplished an impressive laundry list of achievements so far. From being featured in top music publications such as Rolling Stone and American Songwriter—where her song “These Are the Memories” earned 2nd place in the 2025 American Songwriter Competition—to performing as the opening act for 10-time GRAMMY winner Chaka Khan and being named “Best Vocal Jazz of 2023” by Spotify, this Nashville-based independent artist captivates the hearts of all who hear her smoky, jazz-infused, genre-fluid voice. As one of the leading independent female songwriters and arrangers of her generation, Emmaline has garnered tens of millions of streams with her independently released EPs All My Sweetest Dreams, Necessity, Retro Kind of Love and Indiana Skies. In November of 2025, she released her long-awaited Christmas Album, which experienced immediate virality, gaining over 5 million streams within the first week of release and charting at #34 on the jazz radio charts. On April 14, 2023, Emmaline made her silver screen debut in over 1,200 movie theaters across the country in the motion picture Sweetwater alongside a star-studded cast of acting legends like Richard Dreyfuss, Cary Elwes and Jeremy Piven. Emmaline’s voice can be heard throughout the Sweetwater movie soundtrack, singing authentic renditions of old classics and a soulful duet on “Down Home Blues,” with 4-time GRAMMY-winning blues artist Gary Clark Jr. Using the power of social media, Emmaline kick-started her career in 2018 by sharing acoustic covers of popular songs and original material to her social media platforms (@emmalineofficial), where she now boasts a passionately loyal fan base of over 500,000 followers. Emmaline shines on stage whether online or in person, and has performed countless sold-out shows at some of the country’s most notable jazz clubs, music venues and festivals—including over 33 sold-out headlining shows in 2025 alone. In 2025, she also marked a major international milestone, performing her first overseas shows with two sold-out performances at The Royal Opera House of Muscat. 

Following her fully sold-out Be My Valentine tour, jazz-pop vocalist, violinist, and songwriter Emmaline returns to Austin with her Love Songs by Starlight tour. This intimate, candlelit concert will showcase brand new original love songs alongside Emmaline’s signature, genre-bending takes on your favorite romantic classics. Grab your seats and join us for an elegant evening of modern-retro romance! Due to Emmaline’s past appearances in Austin selling out well in advance, early ticket purchases are strongly encouraged! Though still in the early stages of her blossoming career, vocalist, violinist and songwriter, Emmaline, has accomplished an impressive laundry list of achievements so far. From being featured in top music publications such as Rolling Stone and American Songwriter—where her song “These Are the Memories” earned 2nd place in the 2025 American Songwriter Competition—to performing as the opening act for 10-time GRAMMY winner Chaka Khan and being named “Best Vocal Jazz of 2023” by Spotify, this Nashville-based independent artist captivates the hearts of all who hear her smoky, jazz-infused, genre-fluid voice. As one of the leading independent female songwriters and arrangers of her generation, Emmaline has garnered tens of millions of streams with her independently released EPs All My Sweetest Dreams, Necessity, Retro Kind of Love and Indiana Skies. In November of 2025, she released her long-awaited Christmas Album, which experienced immediate virality, gaining over 5 million streams within the first week of release and charting at #34 on the jazz radio charts. On April 14, 2023, Emmaline made her silver screen debut in over 1,200 movie theaters across the country in the motion picture Sweetwater alongside a star-studded cast of acting legends like Richard Dreyfuss, Cary Elwes and Jeremy Piven. Emmaline’s voice can be heard throughout the Sweetwater movie soundtrack, singing authentic renditions of old classics and a soulful duet on “Down Home Blues,” with 4-time GRAMMY-winning blues artist Gary Clark Jr. Using the power of social media, Emmaline kick-started her career in 2018 by sharing acoustic covers of popular songs and original material to her social media platforms (@emmalineofficial), where she now boasts a passionately loyal fan base of over 500,000 followers. Emmaline shines on stage whether online or in person, and has performed countless sold-out shows at some of the country’s most notable jazz clubs, music venues and festivals—including over 33 sold-out headlining shows in 2025 alone. In 2025, she also marked a major international milestone, performing her first overseas shows with two sold-out performances at The Royal Opera House of Muscat. 

Mardi Gras and the music of New Orleans is alive and well at Parker Jazz Club on Friday nights! Come celebrate the weekend with Kris Kimura, Ryan Davis, Ben Triesch, Jeremy Bruch, Brad Scheele, Erik Telford, and friends! Featuring classic New Orleans tunes from the traditional to the funky! We're following in the footsteps of our dear friends at Jazz, TX (San Antonio) and hoping to start our own New Orleans tradition at Parker! This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue 

Parker Jazz Club owner/musician Kris Kimura and the Ryan Davis Trio take the stage! Dubbed the "Woodwind Samurai" by Jeff Kashiwa, Kimura showcases his virtuosity on clarinets, flutes, saxophones, and even a little ukulele, trumpet, and flugelhorn—all while delivering award-winning vocals—as he explores timeless American Songbook classics. The quartet performs jazz standards inspired by legends Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, Mel Tormé, Frank Sinatra, and more. Expect exceptional arrangements, engaging stories, and an unforgettable swingin' evening. The intimate venue features soft candlelight, moody lighting, and all seats facing the spectacular center stage—perfect for an evening of live jazz. This show will also be available via livestream at parkerjazzclub.com/livestream. Online donations welcome. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit Texas Jazz Society. Please note: Parker Jazz Club is a 21+ venue