In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

The 1st Saturday of each month finds vocalist Billie Eidson performing at Studio One with a rotating cast of musicians. And on this day she’ll be backed by myself and a group that I’ve assembled for her. While she may be a high powered attorney by trade, she’s been able to seamlessly re-apply her intelligence within her profession into her development as a Jazz vocalist. So within the short number of years that she has dedicated herself to growing in this way, to say that the rise of her skillset is rather unprecedented for this area would be an understatement.

So if you consider yourself to be a lover of both this music and the discipline of art in general, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by what Billie has put together for herself within this lane we call Jazz.

Billie Eidson (Vocals)

TBD (Piano)

Ed Bennett (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to join us at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

While it’s been a while sine this group has performed together, every time we do it’s an event worth talking about and remembering. And just like the feeling of reconnecting with old friends is what it’s like to perform with this group, we hope that you’ll use this performance as an excuse to do the same with friends you’ve been meaning to reconnect with as well. After all, what better way to make a meaningful memory with friends and loved ones than through the shared experience of live music!!

Click here to purchase your tickets

Ben Fowler (Alto Sax)

Chance Hayden (Guitar)

Matt Sazima (Piano)

Ross Garlow (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

While the scale of performances that I do where it includes vocalists, versus pure instrumentals, weighs much heavier towards the latter. However, it’s always a treat for me when I get to work with those vocalists whose skillset is as flexible as any world class instrumentalist. And on this occasion that’s exactly what we’ll all be in store for!

As the winner of New York City's 'Best of the Best' Jazzmobile Vocal Competition and two-time cultural ambassador with the US Embassy’s Arts Envoy Program, she has emerged as a commanding and magnetic presence on the global stage. Originally from Boise, Idaho and longtime resident of Harlem, Braden blends jazz, soul and pop to win the hearts of audiences around the world. She has headlined at New York City’s most iconic venues, including Birdland & The Blue Note (Groove Series) with past residencies at the beloved 55 Bar and Minton’s Playhouse. Braden’s international reach continues to grow, with sold-out shows at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and increasing acclaim across European festival and club stages. Her sophomore album, Cannon & Sparrow (2023), is a stirring tribute to resilience — showcasing the vocal prowess, emotional range, and that define her work.

With that said, grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect cap to your week, as you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting in Portland to experience world-class music like this up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to join us at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

The 1st Saturday of each month finds vocalist Billie Eidson performing at Studio One with a rotating cast of musicians. And on this day she’ll be backed by myself and a group that I’ve assembled for her. While she may be a high powered attorney by trade, she’s been able to seamlessly re-apply her intelligence within her profession into her development as a Jazz vocalist. So within the short number of years that she has dedicated herself to growing in this way, to say that the rise of her skillset is rather unprecedented for this area would be an understatement.

So if you consider yourself to be a lover of both this music and the discipline of art in general, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by what Billie has put together for herself within this lane we call Jazz.

Billie Eidson (Vocals)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Ed Bennett (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Since 1982, the Mt Hood Jazz Festival has been doing its part to keep the culture of Jazz relevant to both the NW, country, and globe as a whole. And so I’m delighted to be stepping on stage again at the Mount Hood Community College campus on Friday April 24th with bassist/vocalist Endea Owens (one of the new bright lights on the global Jazz scene), alongside powerhouse pianist Keith Brown (son of legendary pianist Donald Brown, formerly of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers).

For tickets and info, click here!

JOIN PJCE AT WILF’S FOR HAPPY HOUR JAZZ ON THURSDAY NIGHTS

There has been a real concerted effort on the part of a few key organizations here in Portland to help raise the profile of this music we call Jazz; and to the point that it can once again occupy a space within the normal discourse of society. And one such org is the Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble (PJCE). And one of the areas that they’re looking to activate is the area in around our train station, as it’s one of the oldest and most significant landmarks we have. So I want you to enjoy this performance as well as show your support for this worthwhile mission of helping to make Portland the thriving hub of creativity and prosperity here in the NW that it once was.

Pre-purchase your tickets and meet us under the clock tower at Union Station for a fun happy hour hang.

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

David Goldblatt (Piano)

Christian Ramirez (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

The 1st Saturday of each month finds vocalist Billie Eidson performing at Studio One with a rotating cast of musicians. And on this day she’ll be backed by myself and a group that I’ve assembled for her. While she may be a high powered attorney by trade, she’s been able to seamlessly re-apply her intelligence within her profession into her development as a Jazz vocalist. So within the short number of years that she has dedicated herself to growing in this way, to say that the rise of her skillset is rather unprecedented for this area would be an understatement.

So if you consider yourself to be a lover of both this music and the discipline of art in general, I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by what Billie has put together for herself within this lane we call Jazz.

Billie Eidson (Vocals)

Weston Stuart (Piano)

Ed Bennett (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to join us at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Since my return to Portland in 2012, The Jazz Station has slowly become my home away from home when I’m not performing in Portland. And since my latest recording SOLE CITY pays tribute to NYC and my home state of Oregon, it only makes sense that I bring the music from this record to The Jazz Station.

So get your tickets as soon as you can, because this will likely sell out several weeks ahead of time.

Ticket’s can be purchased here.

John Nastos (Alto Saxophone)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to join us at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

From straight ahead jazz, funk and pop to the avant-garde, Greg Goebel is considered one of the Northwest's first call pianists.

Praised by critics for "manifesting his ideas with the immediacy and sureness of a master craftsman" (Jazz Times) and as "a force that is stretching known boundaries and moving the music into new territory" (Larry Koonse), pianist Greg Goebel shows himself as firmly rooted in tradition while simultaneously proving to be a unique voice among a new generation.

“Greg has personally done more to elevate the performance level of our students than any other person, graduate or undergraduate, who has attended the University of Oregon in at least the last fifteen years,” said the school upon his graduation.

Since school, Goebel has recorded and toured extensively in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Touring, recording, and co-producing with singer Gino Vannelli for over 10 years, his contributions can be heard on the CD, The Best and Beyond, the DVD, Live in L.A., as well as the most recent Wilderness Road.

A longtime member of David Friesen's Circle 3 Trio, his work can be heard on Friesen’s 2009 CD, Five and Three, the 2011 CD, Circle of Three, the 2013 release, Brilliant Heart, 2014’s Where the Light Falls and Triple Exposure released in 2016.

In 2013, Greg’s first album as a leader, Rainy City, was released to critical acclaim.

“Goebel deserves all the praise hereabouts. He’s a burner!" (George Fendell/JSO)

"Greg Goebel is one of about half a dozen pianists that are redefining the instrument, the literature and the useful purpose of the piano and doing it with the skills of a master. 5 Stars!" (Brent Black/@CriticalJazz)

In addition to keeping a busy schedule in Portland, Goebel has had the pleasure of performing with notable musicians such as John Handy, Antonio Hart, Dick Oatts, Terrell Stafford, Dave Pietro, Larry Koonse, Houston Person, Byron Stripling, Pete Christlieb, Ken Peplowski, Ben Wendel, Allison Miller, Eric Marienthal, Steve Wilson, and many others.

Ticket’s can be purchased here.

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

http://www.greggoebelmusic.com/

The 1905 proudly presents an evening with the incomparable Nick Rolfe, a keyboard virtuoso whose talent has graced stages alongside legends like Aretha Franklin, Sting, and Bruce Springsteen. So needless to say, this will be an experience, as the setting of The 1905 is the perfect backdrop for Nick’s imagination to connect the listener with the music on a deeply personal level. So don’t miss an opportunity to see this performance while you can.

Click here for tickets.

Nick Rolfe (Piano / Keyboards)

Dan Gildea (Guitar)

Ehud Guy (Electric Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

As of February 1st, 2026, the legacy of the great Langston Hughes will be 125 years old. And given that it falls on the 1st day of Black History Month, makes it all the more appropriate to celebrate his memory and contribution to American culture in all sorts of creative ways—one of which will be an off Broadway style performance at the Alberta Abbey in Portland where award-winning poet Emmett WheatfalI will team up with an ensemble led by Christopher Brown to interpret his very first work entitled The Weary Blues.

With predictions already being made that this will be the standout event for Black History Month here in Portland, is signaling that tickets won’t last long. Also, due to the generosity of an important donor, 84 of the balcony seats have already been purchased so that young students can experience this event for free. So as you can see, you’ll want to purchase your tickets asap!

Emmett Wheatfall (Poet)

Noah Simpson (Trumpet)

Darrell Grant (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to join us at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Emmy-nominated Trumpeter and Vocalist Benny Benack III (BBIII) has quickly become a leading voice in Jazz for his generation, headlining clubs and festivals around the world on the heels of his latest critically acclaimed live album “This Is The Life,” which has been garnering thousands of streams and topping the JazzWeek Radio Charts. And so we’re quite fortunate here in Oregon to have Benny making another trip to this area to grace the stage at The Jazz Station in Eugene, OR.

So come see another East Coast meets West Coast collaboration between one of NYC’s brightest trumpeters / vocalists and a few NYC ex-pat musicians who now call Portland home.

For more info and ticket, click here!

Benny Benack III (Trumpet / Vocals)

George Collegian (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Emmy-nominated Trumpeter and Vocalist Benny Benack III (BBIII) has quickly become a leading voice in Jazz for his generation, headlining clubs and festivals around the world on the heels of his latest critically acclaimed live album “This Is The Life,” which has been garnering thousands of streams and topping the JazzWeek Radio Charts. And so we’re quite fortunate here in Oregon to have Benny making another trip to this area to grace the stage at The Jazz Station in Eugene, OR.

So come see another East Coast meets West Coast collaboration between one of NYC’s brightest trumpeters / vocalists and a few NYC ex-pat musicians who now call Portland home.

For more info and ticket, click here!

Benny Benack III (Trumpet / Vocals)

George Collegian (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Emmy-nominated Trumpeter and Vocalist Benny Benack III (BBIII) has quickly become a leading voice in Jazz for his generation, headlining clubs and festivals around the world on the heels of his latest critically acclaimed live album “This Is The Life,” which has been garnering thousands of streams and topping the JazzWeek Radio Charts. And so we’re quite fortunate here in Portland to have Benny making another trip to this city to grace the stage of The 1905.

So come see another East Coast meets West Coast collaboration between one of NYC’s brightest trumpeters / vocalists and a few NYC ex-pat musicians who now call Portland home.

For more info and ticket, click here!

Benny Benack III (Trumpet / Vocals)

George Collegian (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

What started off as a one-off event back in 2018 to honor the memory of David Bowie with re-imagined interpretations of his music by the Christopher Brown Quartet has now become a staple annual event at the Jack London Revue in Portland. Furthermore, as Brown’s group continues to be one of the most sophisticated, dynamic, and powerful groups to emerge from Portland over the last 20 years ( both in and outside of Jazz), the quality and value of this concept for melding Bowie with Brown’s aesthetic is one that continues to exceed both the audience and band’s expectations year over year.

In this 6th installment of Bowie meets Brown, the group will be tackling Bowie’s Station to Station album with the help of Portland guitarist Chris Clark-Johnson, which will add a dynamic that’s not often seen in Brown’s performances. So given that this show typically sells out each year, you’ll want to grab tickets while you can.

Click here for more info and tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax / EWI)

Chris Clark-Johnson (Electric Guitar)

Damian Erskine (Electric Bass)

Greg Goebel (Keyboards)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

While it’s been a while sine this group has performed together, every time we do it’s an event worth talking about and remembering. And just like the feeling of reconnecting with old friends is what it’s like to perform with this group, we hope that you’ll use this performance as an excuse to do the same with friends you’ve been meaning to reconnect with as well. After all, what better way to make a meaningful memory with friends and loved ones than through the shared experience of live music!!

Click here to purchase your tickets

Ben Fowler (Alto Sax)

Chance Hayden (Guitar)

Matt Sazima (Piano)

Ross Garlow (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

Like the exponential growth curve of a bamboo tree, this group has been on a similar trajectory since its inception in 2012. And while the pandemic presented a few curve balls, they were just the ones needed to make the adjustments that have brought us to where we are toady. So as we continue to steer ourselves towards newer—as well as uncharted territories—we’ll always be indebted to the opportunities that we’ve had to refine our work on the stage of The 1905 over the course of their existence.

With that said, we invite you to help us kick off our 1st performance of 2026 at not only the place we call home, but the home of Jazz & Jazz adjacent for both the city of Portland and the state of Oregon. So grab your friends and your tickets and join us for the perfect mid-week outing, where you’ll find other sonically sophisticated and culturally curious patrons. As far as Jazz clubs go in Portland, you won’t find a more authentic and intimate setting to experience some of the greatest world-class music up close and personal.

Click here for tickets!

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), the Christopher Brown Quartet hosts an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” as a way to imbue young students with the tools needed to thrive within world-class music making environments like NYC.

So if you fancy yourself a serious musician with high musical aspirations for your future, then this is an event that’s worth priotitizing, as it only happens once a month.

This event is sponsored by Montavilla Jazz.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)

In an effort to create meaningful culture building moments within a Jazz context for high school and college aged musicians (as well as band instructors), drummer/bandleader Christopher Brown will host an ongoing series entitled “Behind the Scene” with his quartet. And what will separate this event from any other like it is that it’ll combine the Jam session and clinic experience into one epic memory maker.

Throughout this event, the audience will have an opportunity to electronically submit music that they’d like clarity on from members of the band, so as to watch how Christopher’s band problem solves their questions in real-time, in addition to hearing his group perform their own music, followed by members of the audience getting an opportunity to perform with his group in front of their peers.

Click here for event details.

House Band

John Nastos (Alto Sax)

Greg Goebel (Piano)

Garrett Baxter (Bass)

Christopher Brown (Drums)