The Austin Django Project | Annual Django Reinhardt Birthday Celebration
Strut into a gypsy jazz extravaganza with The Austin Django Project as they throw down their Annual Django Reinhardt Birthday Celebration! Picture this: a live taping in an intimate listening room where guitar wizards Jamey Cummins and Jake Harrell riff alongside violin virtuoso Alen Cileli and bassist Phil Spencer, channeling the fiery spirit of Gypsy Jazz pioneer Django Reinhardt.
- Two sizzling sets: First show doors at 7:45pm, kicks off at 8pm; second at 9:45pm, show at 10pm.
- Shh! Whisper policy in effect for the recording—keep it hush-hush and immersive.
- BYOB vibes: Bring your bottle, snag ice, wine keys, and cups on site. Cold still or sparkling water for sale too.
- Austin's finest string slingers honoring the legend with hot licks and swingin' tunes!
Get ready to swing, sip, and celebrate the father of Gypsy Jazz in style—pure musical magic!
The Venue
Monks Jazz Club is a vibrant haven for jazz lovers in Austin, celebrating the spirit of improvisation, creativity, and community. Born as a pop-up listening room, this club has blossomed into a state-of-the-art audio and video recording studio and event space, curating mesmerizing concerts by some of the finest jazz musicians in the region.
The club’s founder, jazz pianist Collin Shook, set out to foster an intimate and casual alternative to loud bars and costly halls. Today, Monks Jazz Club offers a listening-room experience where audiences can fully appreciate the artistry of live jazz and enjoy high-quality video and audio tapings from each performance.
- Features an intimate setting perfect for dedicated listening
- Regularly hosts top local and touring jazz artists
- Welcomes fans of all ages
- BYOB events for a relaxed, community feel
- Live and livestreamed concert tapings with exceptional production quality
- Recognized as “Best Virtual Listening Room” by local jazz enthusiasts
- Convenient onsite parking options and friendly staff
Monks Jazz Club is a must-visit Austin destination for anyone who wants to experience live jazz in its purest form.