Atlas Maior
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Get ready for an unforgettable evening of jazz fusion at Monks Jazz with Atlas Maior! This isn't just a concert—it's a live taping and intimate listening-room experience celebrating their latest masterpiece, Palindromlar.
Atlas Maior, featuring Joshua Thomson on alto saxophone and hulusi, Josh Peters on oud and bendir, James Suter on upright bass, and Gray Parsons on drums, draws inspiration from their thrilling Spring 2024 tour across Morocco. This 10-song vinyl LP (dropping 10/11/25 on Dead Red Queen Records) is an improvised sequel to their 2014 album Palindrome. Catch their 2025 Midwest tour send-off and vinyl release bash!
- Past triumphs: 12-date tour in Morocco, Madrid, and Barcelona supporting Hadal Deluxe Edition (6/7/24), with rave reviews from Jazziz, PRI The World, and more.
- accolades: 2019 City of Austin Cultural Ambassadors and 2023 Live Music Fund grant recipients.
- Live-taping vibes: Whisper policy in effect! BYOB (ice, wine keys, cups provided), cold water for sale.
- Shows: First at 7:30pm (doors 7:15pm), Second at 9:30pm (doors 9:15pm).
Immerse yourself in global rhythms and masterful improv—a must for jazz lovers!
Venue Details
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.