The Ari & Cecil Alexander Quartet
Ready for an enchanting evening of jazz magic? Join the Ari & Cecil Alexander Quartet for a live taping and intimate listening-room concert at their new Austin spot!
Ari Alexander brings her captivating voice and piano skills, blending Scandinavian flair with American jazz roots—inspired by her jazz legend grandmother Teddi King. Her hubby Cecil Alexander shreds on guitar, fresh off being a finalist in the Herbie Hancock Institute competition and praised as a bop tradition torchbearer by Jazz Guitar Today.
Backed by bassist Rob Linton and drummer Danny McGonegle, this dynamic crew has lit up stages from Lincoln Center to Copenhagen Jazz Festival. Catch their intimate, rhythmically alive vibes, plus previews of their upcoming album Kaleidoscope (dropping April 2026) with energetic originals and fresh Great American Songbook twists. Ari's scat mastery will blow you away!
Doors at 7:45pm, show at 8pm. It's a whisper-quiet live taping, BYOB (ice, wine keys, cups provided; water for sale). Perfect for jazz lovers craving something special and sophisticated.
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.