Juan Lara Quintet
Get ready for an intimate live jazz experience at the Juan Lara Quintet concert! This listening-room concert features an exciting young saxophonist and composer from El Paso who's making waves in the central Texas music scene.
What to expect:
- Live performance and taping with Juan Lara on alto saxophone, plus vocals, piano, bass, and drums
- Music inspired by jazz legends like Charlie Parker, Cannonball Adderley, and Duke Ellington
- An intimate venue with a whisper-policy during the show
- BYOB with ice and cups provided, plus water available for purchase
- Doors open at 7:45pm, show starts at 8pm
Juan has been leading bands since age 15 and collaborates regularly with both established mentors and rising stars of the Austin jazz scene. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or just looking for authentic live music, this is a perfect opportunity to discover talented musicians shaping the future of jazz in Texas.
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.