Curtis Taylor Quartet
Experience an enchanting evening with the Curtis Taylor Quartet at Monks Jazz Club! This live taping and intimate listening-room concert showcases the award-winning trumpeter Curtis Taylor on trumpet, alongside Dayne Reliford on piano, Jeremy George on bass, and Alex White on drums.
Curtis Taylor, hailing from Bedford, Ohio, is a masterful performer, composer, and educator who's graced stages from the Kennedy Center to international jazz festivals. Catch highlights from his acclaimed album TAYLOR MADE, praised by JAZZIZ and DOWNBEAT, including his competition-winning composition "Kham's Dilemma." Currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Iowa, Taylor brings world-class jazz to Austin.
It's a whisper-policy event for pristine recording—perfect for jazz lovers! BYOB (ice, wine keys, and cups provided), with cold water available for purchase. Get ready for sophisticated sounds in a cozy vibe.
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.