Led by Daniel J Owens and Nate Furgason, the sessions are a way to learn jazz one tune at a time. This month’s tune: “Take the ‘A’ Train” At the beginning of every month, we choose a tune to dissect and learn it top to bottom. We talk about things like theory, improvisation, and exercises […]
The Center for Musical Arts proudly presents The Weekly, an open jazz jam session happening every Thursday. Featuring local musicians Daniel Owens, Nate Furgason, Jackson Riley, and Scott Gordon! Join us weekly as we play through jazz tunes new and old on our beautiful baby grand piano. Skill level is intermediate-advanced, but all are welcome […]
Led by pianist Connie Rottier-Thompson, Constants is a jazz project dedicated to elevating local talent and creating unforgettable music. This special performance pays tribute to Duke Ellington, spanning the full scope of his legendary career—from his iconic 1930s and ’40s compositions to his triumphant 1960s revival. A Wisconsin native, Connie honed her craft in Chicago, […]
Get feedback on your songwriting from a friendly, inclusive group. Established in 2018, The Sacramento Songwriter Circle is a local songwriting community that reflects the diversity of where we live, strives to provide an inclusive and encouraging environment, and supports the independent music scene while improving our craft in all genres. Revived at CMA in […]
Led by Daniel J Owens and Nate Furgason, the sessions are a way to learn jazz one tune at a time. This month’s tune: “Take the ‘A’ Train” At the beginning of every month, we choose a tune to dissect and learn it top to bottom. We talk about things like theory, improvisation, and exercises […]
The Center for Musical Arts proudly presents The Weekly, an open jazz jam session happening every Thursday. Featuring local musicians Daniel Owens, Nate Furgason, Jackson Riley, and Scott Gordon! Join us weekly as we play through jazz tunes new and old on our beautiful baby grand piano. Skill level is intermediate-advanced, but all are welcome […]
Led by award-winning pianist Alex Makeev—recognized by premier outlets like Downbeat—the Alex Makeev Trio features Arlo Jones on bass and Aidan Smith on drums. A staple of the Sacramento music scene, the trio regularly graces stages ranging from Twin Lotus Thai to the Torch Club. Their genre-spanning approach blends diverse musical influences into a fresh, […]
The last Shed of the month is where things get exciting! The Jam Session is where we can put what we’ve learned to the test. Unlike previous sessions where we focus on fundamentals, the Jam is less instruction and more performance. Be ready to bring your soloing stuff! This month’s tune: “Take the ‘A’ Train” […]
The Center for Musical Arts proudly presents The Weekly, an open jazz jam session happening every Thursday. Featuring local musicians Daniel Owens, Nate Furgason, Jackson Riley, and Scott Gordon! Join us weekly as we play through jazz tunes new and old on our beautiful baby grand piano. Skill level is intermediate-advanced, but all are welcome […]
Led by Daniel J Owens (piano), founder of the Center for Musical Arts in Sacramento, Wizard Robot features Nate Furgason (bass), Scott Gordon (drums), and Jackson Riley (sax). Inspired by both contemporary and classic tunes, the quartet aims to blur the lines between some of the most recognizable pop songs and legendary jazz standards. The […]
Led by Daniel J Owens and Nate Furgason, the sessions are a way to learn jazz one tune at a time. This month’s tune: “Fly Me to the Moon” At the beginning of every month, we choose a tune to dissect and learn it top to bottom. We talk about things like theory, improvisation, and […]
Fresh off a tour through Europe, musician Evan Wright returns to Sacramento to bring an unforgettable evening of live music Currently completing his Masters in Composition from UC Davis, Wright weaves deep emotional narratives into his music, creating a signature sound honed on stages across California and the historic venues of Vienna. Performing a mix […]