This creative guitar-lead trio explores the fusion of jazz, funk, hip-hop, and pop by presenting Luke's original compositions and their own takes on covers

This rockin' band plays a variety of pop, soul, and R & B, and will surely make you want to dance

I've been working with this trio for the last few months to learn compositions by Israeli bassist and composer Avishai Cohen. This music is extremely unique and beautiful, but also extremely difficult. It takes some special musicians to bring it to life, so this is a rare opportunity to hear this music performed live. I'm very excited to bring you this unique music in a beautiful setting! We will also be featuring compositions by our piano player Todd Marston

Come check out some Afro-Cuban jazz with a bebop flare while you enjoy some great food and dessert!

Jack is an incredible musician, and an old friend who writes beautiful music. This special performance will feature his music arranged for an eight piece band!

Vocalist Anandi Gefroh pays tribute to the great Nancy Wilson by presenting arrangements of jazz standards Nancy made famous.

Our fifth Garden Concert this year will feature my favorite local blues artist: Ben Rice. Ben is one of the young lions of the Northwest Blues scene, and has won a number of awards. His original music blends Soul, Delta-Blues, Rockabilly, Jazz, and Funk into a Roots Stew. He also tours regularly with Curtis Salgado, and other blues legends. Check out Ben here: www.benricelive.com

I have had the privilege to tour with Ben a couple times in the last two years, and have played a few shows with him locally as well. His brand of blues is some of the most creative and unique I have heard. The group also features the great Melanie Owen on bass and vocals. You won't want to miss this!

Since most people are vaccinated and group gatherings are much less risky than they once were, you are free to do what makes you most comfortable, but if you would feel most comfortable being in a "pod" at least 6' feet from others, there will be plenty of room for that! Please bring your own lawn chairs if you can (although we do have some available), and you may want to bring snacks and beverages. You may have to find street parking in the neighborhood.

We no longer feel that it is necessary to limit the amount of attendees, so please spread the word! However, the musicians are still relying on you to make a contribution so they are compensated for their time and expertise, so if you can make a contribution in advance that would be much appreciated. There will be a gratitude jar, though, and no one will be turned away! Please contribute the suggested donation of $10-$25 per person. To do so in advance you can use: Venmo (@swinginsticks), PayPal (https://www.paypal.me/swinginsticks), Zelle (on your mobile banking app, just use swinginsticks@gmail.com), or Cash App ($swinginsticks).

If you can, please RSVP by emailing me at swinginsticks@gmail.com so we can track how many people plan to attend. Also, feel free to email if you have any questions. We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening with you all!

Adam joins Todd Marston on piano and Andrew Jones on bass to present music by Israeli bassist Avishai Cohen, mixed with originals by Todd Marston.

Our third Garden Concert this year will be Sunday, August 21st at 6pm and will feature the fun and incredible vocalist Shelly Rudolph! Shelly is a lovely person and has been our family friend for nearly a decade. It's always an honor the get to play with her! Check her out: www.shellyrudolph.com

Joining her will be a great band!

Dan Gildea on guitar
Ross Garlow on bass
Adam Carlson on drums

Since most people are vaccinated and group gatherings are much less risky than they once were, you are free to do what makes you most comfortable, but if you would feel most comfortable being in a "pod" at least 6' feet from others, there will be plenty of room for that! Please bring your own lawn chairs if you can, and you may want to bring snacks and beverages. You may have to find street parking in the neighborhood.

We no longer feel that it is necessary to limit the amount of attendees, so please spread the word! However, the musicians are still relying on you to make a contribution so they are compensated for their time and expertise, so if you can make a contribution in advance that would be much appreciated. There will be a gratitude jar, though, and no one will be turned away! Please contribute the suggested donation of $10-$25 per person. To do so in advance you can use: Venmo (@swinginsticks), PayPal (https://www.paypal.me/swinginsticks), Zelle (on your mobile banking app, just use swinginsticks@gmail.com), or Cash App ($swinginsticks).

If you can, please RSVP by emailing me at swinginsticks@gmail.com so we can track how many people plan to attend. Also, feel free to email if you have any questions. We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening with you all!