The Portland virtuosos of jazz combine their extensive musical resumes for an evening of intellectual jazz. John Stowell (www.johnstowell.com) established himself as an outstanding guitarist early in his career. Downbeat’s International Critic’s Poll in 1978 and 1979 identified John as “talent deserving wider recognition.” In 1983, John joined flutist Paul Horn, bassist David Friesen and Paul’s son Robin Horn for a historic tour of the Soviet Union. This was the first time in 40 years that an American jazz group had been invited to play public performances in Russia. He was invited back in 1993, 1995, 1998 and 2012. Over the years John has recorded/performed with a who’s who of artists worldwide and maintains a very busy teaching and performance schedule throughout the United State, Europe and Asia.

David Friesen (www.davidfriesen.net) is a highly influential jazz bassist, composer, pianist and educator, whose expressive artistry and creative breadth have earned him to placement among the top 100 greatest and 20 most influential jazz bassists of all time. Born in Tacoma and raised in Tacoma, Spokane and West Seattle along with his sister, actress Dyan Cannon, David enjoyed early success, performing across Europe, appearing at the Monterey Jazz Festival and various beacons of jazz. He has recorded over 80 albums as a leader or co-leader and appeared on more than 100 albums as a sideman. In addition he has traveled worldwide presenting music clinics in more than 200 universities and music conservatories.

Charlie Doggett, a native Oregonian, began violin lessons at age 8 but later switched to the drum set. He studied at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance and has maintained an extensive teaching and performing career since moving to Portland in 2000. Currently an adjunct faculty member at Lewis and Clark in Portland, he has performed in the Pacific Northwest, West Coast and in Europe. His diverse collaborations over the years speak highly of his skillset as he is established as a first-call drummer for artists on the Portland jazz scene as well as visiting artists.