Past Events
LITTLE JUMBO CREATIVE MUSIC SERIES
Little Jumbo's creative music series functions as a cultural incubator, providing space for the genesis of new musical ideas. Every Monday and Tuesday, we showcase world-class musicians performing original, boundary-pushing work, completely free, no cover charge. This isn't background music; it's music in its purest form: live, unfiltered, and pushing the genre forward in real time. As an incubator, we create space where musicians explore new sonic territories and audiences encounter ideas they've never heard before. Democratizing access to exceptional art is who we are; it's the same philosophy behind everything we do.
Wednesday
January
31
2024
LITTLE JUMBO CLOSED
We're closing so we can celebrate our amazing staff AND there is something exciting in the works!
Tuesday
January
30
2024
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
29
2024
Asheville Jazz Collective
Composer and Drummer [Alan Hall](https://jazzdrumming.com/) has performed and/or recorded with international jazz artists Lee Konitz, Paul McCandless, Art Lande, Ed Simon, Geoffrey Keezer, Kenny Washington, Rebecca Parris, and Joyce Cooling. He has taught at Berklee College of Music, California Jazz Conservatory, Monterrey Jazz Festival Middle School and High School Summer Camp, JazzCamp West, Cal State East Bay, and Lafayette Summer Music Jazz Camp
Seeking a broader palette for his compos...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
January
23
2024
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
January
20
2024
Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Lil Meow Meow
If you've been to one of DJ Lil Meow Meow's monthly dance parties at Little Jumbo, you know they are not to be missed! 10pm-1am and always a good time. Follow @djlilmeowmeow for a theme drop!
Admission:
$10
Tuesday
January
16
2024
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
15
2024
The E'Lon JD Trio
E’Lon Bruce Jordan-Dunlap a.k.a E’Lon JD is an American bass player, songwriter, performer and educator. E'Lon has performed on stages as far east as Almaty, Kazakhstan and as far west as Los Angeles, California and can be found on tour anywhere in between. His sound combines elements of soul, funk, jazz, and rock and could be described best as groovin', melodic driven, feel good music. He has recorded with acts such as, Phony Ppl, and The Gregory Bros., and has shared the stage with Belá Fle...
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
January
14
2024
CRAFT: Authors in Conversation with Denise Kiernan and ...
**Free**
Doors open at 4:00 PM. Conversation starts no later than 4:30 PM. No registration is required. Seating is first come, first served.
Little Jumbo is pleased to join local booksellers [Malaprops](https://www.malaprops.com) for [CRAFT: Authors in Conversation](https://www.denisekiernan.com/craft), a series conceived and hosted by New York Times bestselling author Denise Kiernan.
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CRAFT’s concept is simple:
New York Times best-selling author Denise Kiernan will sit do...
Admission:
FREE!
Wednesday
January
10
2024
Backgammon Night
Roll the Dice and Sip in Style. The second Wednesday of each month is Backgammon Night at Little Jumbo! Gather your friends, roll 'em bones, and let the games begin. Cheers to strategic moves and fantastic cocktails! Legal moves only! A ha!
Tuesday
January
9
2024
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
8
2024
The Page Brothers Quartet
Twin brothers Andy and Zack Page have been playing music together since.... conception? Their shared life experiences result in a unified sound and unusual affinity whenever they share a bandstand. As the Page Brothers Quartet, the brothers are joined by creative, like-minded sidemen who share the desire to present a diverse program of material that honors the jazz tradition while looking to the future.
Andy Page: Guitars
Zack Page: Basses
Bill Bares: Keys
Al Sergel: Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
January
2
2024
Jay Sanders, Steve Alford, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
When you close your eyes, can you here a looming leviathan sound and sense the promise of a satiating, post-holiday expedition through original compositions, tone poems, and musical peregrinations? That's just what you might experience with the triumphant return of our wayward kith and kin, the mighty [Steve Alford](https://www.uncsa.edu/faculty-staff/steve-alford.aspx)!
Jay Sanders - Guitar
Steve Alford - Reeds
Will Boyd - Reeds
Zack Page - Bass
Evan Martin - Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
January
1
2024
Nick Garrison Quintet
Trombonist [Nick Garrison](https://garrisontrombone.com/) maintains an active freelance career performing orchestral, jazz, and contemporary music. He is currently the second trombonist with the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra, a position he has held since 2010. Nick currently resides in North Carolina and has performed with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Asheville Symphony Orchestra, and holds a faculty position teaching Applied Trombone at the University of North Carolina, Asheville. As a fr...
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
December
31
2023
NEW YEARS EVE AT LITTLE JUMBO WITH ELEFANTE!
FREE! ★ Music From 10p - 1p
In addition to being our lead bartender, Millita is no stranger to the global music scene. She has long been championing Elefante, a local Jazz/Funk Fusion band comprised of Joe Enright, Joe Marino, and Steven Alvarez. We are very excited to welcome them to Little Jumbo for our New Year's Eve celebration.
“As a band, our goal and purpose is to make music that is intricate, emotional, and groovy. We like to take risks and be spontaneous and expressive[...]”
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Tuesday
December
26
2023
Jay Sanders, Jeremy Saunders, Jason Krekel, Zack Page & Evan Martin
Little Jumbo is excited to welcome the return of Jeremy Saunders, saxophonist extraordinaire as well as the unparalleled [Jason Krekel](https://jasonkrekel.com/) on fiddle and the illustrious rhythm mæstro [Evan Martin](https://www.buzzsprout.com/2212751/13264369) on drums.
Jay Sanders - Guitar
Jeremy Saunders - Saxophone
Jason Krekel - Fiddle
Zack Page - Bass
Evan Martin - Drums
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
December
25
2023
Justin Ray
Celebrate Christmas day with Asheville's most sophisticated musical ambassador!
Justin Ray - Trumpet
Alex Taub - Piano
Quinn Sternberg - Bass
Eli Whitlow - Drums
\+ Special Guests!
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
December
19
2023
The Empyrean Trio: Jay Sanders, Zack Page & Alan Hall
**Cosmic**
when i think of it, i am all but nothing. a tiny speck of dust in this big world vying to survive. all of our deed, whether it be associated with feeling or emotions feel so incomplete. i wish our existence had more to it. when i look at the stars i feel that someone else might be looking at them too. i feel close to this person whom i do not even know. we are all mindless human beings, existential entities. maybe it is time we shed our skin thorough the leaks and cracks the uni...
Admission:
FREE!
Monday
December
18
2023
Jacob Rodriguez Quintet Featuring Andy Langham & Jean Caze
[Andy Langham](https://andylangham.com) studied music at The University of North Texas and Texas State University. Currently Andy can been seen touring all over the world as a member of the Grammy Award winning Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band. He also has toured with Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, Natalie Cole, Christopher Cross, John Heard, Christian McBride, Jane Monheit, New York Voices, Ray Price, Dewey Redman, S...
Admission:
FREE!
Saturday
December
16
2023
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Saturday Night Dance Party with DJ Lil Meow Meow
Don't miss our monthly dance party with our resident DJ, DJ Lil Meow Meow. If you've been to these parties, you know the drill. Follow @djlilmeowmeow for theme drops!
Admission:
$10
Wednesday
December
13
2023
Backgammon Night
Roll the Dice and Sip in Style. The second Wednesday of each month is Backgammon Night at Little Jumbo! Gather your friends, roll 'em bones, and let the games begin. Cheers to strategic moves and fantastic cocktails! Legal moves only! A ha!
Tuesday
December
12
2023
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
Sunday
December
10
2023
Denise Kiernan's CRAFT: Authors in Conversation welcomes André Darlington and his book A Booze and Vinyl Christmas.
**Free**
Doors open at 4:00 PM. Conversation starts no later than 4:30 PM. No registration is required. Seating is first come, first served.
**A Booze & Vinyl Christmas**
*Merry Music-and-Drink Pairingsto Celebrate the Season*
by André Darlington
Whether you're planning your annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, spending a quiet evening by the stocking-lined fireplace at home, or preparing to binge Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas, make the season festive with this gui...
Admission:
FREE!
Tuesday
December
5
2023
Jay Sanders, Will Boyd, Zack Page & Alan Hall
Every Tuesday, savor experimental [Musica Universalis](https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2023/06/universe-gravitational-waves-nanograv-discovery/674570/) focused primarily on the group's original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.
With a musical career spanning 30 years, Composer, producer, and guitarist [Jay Sanders](https://mindtonicmusic.com/) thrives on actualizing creative spaces for improvisational and exploratory music.
Multi-reed in...
Admission:
FREE!
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