Let There Be Light for August 4 Show at Bistro Bohem

Maybe you saw my frantic emails and Facebook posts the afternoon of July 7: a neighborhood power outage shut down Bistro Bohem that day and scuttled our show for the night. (Sorry to those of you who didn’t see my messages that afternoon and went to hear us, only to see the place empty.) We’re hoping to keep more than the lights on when we return to the restaurant (actually, to its Kafe) on Sunday, August 4, from 8 to 10 p.m.

When I say “we” I mean the same great talents who were scheduled to support my vocals on July 7: Scott Giambusso (bass), Nick Lipkowski (guitar) and Robert Vetter (trumpet and keyboard). As usual, we’ll be playing Great American Songbook standards and a few other surprises.

As for Bistro Bohem, it features Central European food (primarily Czech) and great beers from the region. They serve dishes such as Chicken Schnitzel;Knedlo, Vepro, Zelo; Čerstvé bramborové lupínky; Pierogi; Evropský Sýrový talíř; Domaci Pastika; Smazak; Beef Goulash; Walnut Parsley Pesto Fettuccine (maybe not Central European, but…); Wild Mushroom Risotto; Seasoned with herbs de Provence; and Bavarian Bratwurst. Click here to see the full menu.

The restaurant is at 600 Florida Ave NW, Washington, D.C. Phone: 202.735.5895.

No cover charge.

Please join us for what should be a fun and light-filled night. And bring friends.

Jeff

Back to Bistro Bohem on July 7 and August 4

If you missed us on June 2 when we inaugurated a new weekly jazz series at Bistro Bohem, well, it was a good time. Lots of people speaking many different languages, great food and drink. We’ll try to recreate that for you on Sunday, July 7, and Sunday, August 4, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. when we’re back at the Kafe.

Helping me out on July 7 will be Scott Giambusso (bass), Nick Lipkowski (guitar) and Robert Vetter (trumpet and keyboard), my first time playing with him. As usual, we’ll be playing Great American Songbook standards and maybe a few other surprises.

A relatively new arrival in the growing galaxy of innovative D.C. restaurants, Bistro Bohem recreates a Prague cafe ambiance in the historic U Street/Shaw neighborhood in D.C. Its Central European cuisine (well-known to my friends back in Chicago) is a rarity in these parts, and it has already won acclaim from reviewers and customers, who are packing the place regularly. So even if you’re not interested in the music, at least come for the culinary experience.

The restaurant is at 600 Florida Ave NW, Washington, D.C. Phone: 202.735.5895.

No cover charge.

Please join us for what should be a fun night. And bring friends.

Jeff

June 2 Gig Inaugurates Weekly Jazz Night at Bistro Bohem

I’m excited to help Bistro Bohem inaugurate a new weekly jazz series on Sunday, June 2, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. in its Kafe. Joining me will be George Oakley (reeds and woodwinds), Scott Giambusso (bass) and Nick Lipkowski (guitar). As usual, we’ll be playing Great American Songbook standards and maybe a few other surprises.

A relatively new arrival in the growing galaxy of innovative D.C. restaurants, Bistro Bohem recreates a Prague cafe ambiance in the historic U Street/Shaw neighborhood in D.C. Its Central European cuisine (well-known to my friends back in Chicago) is a rarity in these parts, and it has already won acclaim from reviewers and customers, who are packing the place regularly. So even if you’re not interested in the music, at least come for the culinary experience.

The restaurant is at 600 Florida Ave NW, Washington, D.C. Phone: 202.735.5895.

No cover charge.

Please join us for what should be a fun night. And bring friends.

Jeff

Back to the Black Fox — Thursday, May 2

I’m booked again to play at the Black Fox Lounge, 1723 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington D.C., Thursday, May 2, 8 to 11 p.m. Backing me up once again will be Barry Gurley on piano. This time I’m going to bring my guitar and mix in some of my folk/country repertoire with the jazz standards I usually play. Cost: a mere $10 cover, no minimum. Click here for directions.

Two New Gigs: Black Fox Lounge, April 4; Fusion, April 7

I’ve just recently booked not one, but two gigs for the coming two weeks:

  • Thursday, April 4, 8 to 11 p.m., the Black Fox Lounge, 1723 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington D.C. Backing me up will be D.C.-area veterans Scott Giambusso on bass and Barry Gurley on piano. This is my first full show at Black Fox (I sat in with others once before), so I’m excited. Cost: a mere $10 cover, no minimum. Click here for directions.
  • Sunday, April 7, 7 to 9 p.m., Fusion, 4815 Georgia Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. Joining me once again will be once again George Oakley (reeds and woodwinds), Scott Giambusso (bass) and Nick Lipkowski (guitar). You can make a reservation directly with the restaurant at 202- 726-2210, or just show up. Cover charge: $10. Click here for directions.

I hope you can make it to one or both.

Jeff

Fusion Gig Now On March 3, Not February 24

For those (all two of you) who diligently marked your calendars when I announced last week I’d be playing again on February 24, thanks, but scratch that. I’ve moved it to Sunday, March 3, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Otherwise, all the details will be the same. The evening will feature jazz standards and other surprises, with:

Cost: $10 suggested at the door.

Click here to RSVP that you’re coming, or just show up. This won’t guarantee you a table. But you can make a reservation directly with the restaurant at 202- 726-2210.

Fusion, known for innovative and acclaimed Indian cuisine, is at 4815 Georgia Ave., NW, Washington, D.C.

See you on March 3, not February 24.

Jeff