Join us for Jazz in the heart of Pike Place Market
On June 27, Clif & Nelda are thrilled to feature one of the Northwest’s true jazz masters, vocalist Greta Matassa. Greta’s 40 year career has been a whirlwind of exciting opportunities and experiences. Over the last 20 years she has become established as one of the greatest jazz singers of her time. Working with top jazz musicians in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York. In 2016 She was featured with bassist John Clayton’s group in a centennial tribute to Ella Fitzgerald.
Greta will be joined by Jazz at the Tasting Room hosts Clif and Nelda Swiggett. This jazz duo and married couple, each highly accomplished musicians, has made music together since the night they first met in 1987. Nelda is an award-winning composer, teacher, and OA2 recording artist who has headlined many of the Northwest’s top jazz venues. Clif started playing jazz trombone as a teenager in New York, toured with the Glen Miller Orchestra, shared the stage with jazz greats including Bill Watrous, Phil Woods, and Dizzy Gillespie. Since moving to Seattle in 1985, he has performed, recorded, and toured with dozens of northwest jazz, funk, and salsa bands.
Friday June 27, 7-10pm
Wines of Washington, 1924 Post Alley, Seattle WA 98101
No Cover Charge ($10-20 donation appreciated)
The Wines of Washington Tasting Room is a beautiful, inviting, sultry, cavernous, cool old world lounging space with a grand piano. Come and enjoy amazing wine, cocktails, and hors d'oeuvres and listen to the Northwest's finest jazz artists.
Jazz at the Tasting Room is hosted by Clif & Nelda. This year we’re honored to feature these amazing artists:
Fri April 25 // Kate Olson
Fri May 23 // Bruce Phares
Fri Jun 27 // Greta Matassa
Fri Aug 29 // Jacque Willis
Fri Sep 26 // Jacqueline Tabor
Fri Oct 10 // Cherrie Adams & Rick Leppanen
Fri Nov 21 // Travis Ranney
Convenient parking after 5pm in the Pike Place Market Garage, 1901 Western Ave, for $8. Take the elevator from the garage up to the market and walk a block to Post Alley.
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