Join Clave Gringa for a night of fun music to soothe our souls! And our old pal, bassist Julian Weisman, is joining us for this event. Clave Gringa brings their unique Cuban jazz rooted in traditional Cuban styles to North City Bistro with two horns (maestro Mike Mines on trumpet and Nathaniel Schleimer on tenor sax and flute), phenomenal percussionist Willie Garza, bassist Julian Weisman, and the leader, pianist and vocalist Ann Reynolds.  The band will take you on a journey through Cuban music from the classically oriented danzon and cha-cha-cha styles to the African folkloric sounds and rumba. You won’t be able to sit still! http://clavegringa.com

The Ann Reynolds Jazztet came together in 2025 to explore Carla Bley's and Ann Reynolds' compositions. The current work follows up on the study and presentations that Ann Reynolds did on women composers in the past few years.  

$20 general admission; $10 students

Band members bring their experience in many jazz styles from straight-ahead, funk, Afro-Cuban, and free playing to this project. At times mellow and heart- melting sounds, at other times raucous high energy are heard from woodwinds Jessica Lurie (alto saxophone and flute) and Tobi Stone (tenor). A strong grounding comes from Geoff Harper on bass, and the most fascinating rhythms come from Chris Icasiano. Ann Reynolds' sensitive touch on piano and accessible compositions complete this picture. This band listens to and plays off each other beautifully.

Oxbow Bakery is a sweet spot to hear jazz on Fridays and Saturdays. Ann Reynolds/Geoff Harper duo will play jazz standards and originals on Friday October 16 from 4:30-6:30. All ages welcome and it is free (and the bagels and pizza are terrific!)

Clave Gringa brings the joy and energy of Cuban jazz to Tacoma. Join us at this wonderful jazz series at Jazz on J Street. Ann Reynolds (piano and vocal), Nathaniel Schleimer (flute and tenor sax), Andy Zadrozny (bass), Willie Garza (percussion). Donations accepted at the performance to support the program. All ages.

The Ann Reynolds Jazztet takes the stage at the Seattle Jazz Fellowship. Come to this cool “club” in Pioneer Square to hear music of Carla Bley and Ann Reynolds performed by Ann Reynolds (piano), Jessica Lurie (alto sax and flute), Tobi Stone (tenor sax), Geoff Harper (bass), and Chris Icasiano (drums). $20 or free for Seattle Jazz Fellowship members

Sunday brunch at Populus features piano trios every other week. On August 16, Ann Reynolds trio with Chris Icasiano on drums and Geoff Harper on bass will play from 10:30-1 PM. This is a wonderful new boutique hotel on the waterfront (Alaska Way and King) with terrific restaurant Salt Harvest https://populusseattle.com/salt-harvest/. Enjoy the music with your dining.

Clave Gringa in full force! Two percussionists (Willie Garza and Edsson Otero), 2 horns (Mike Mines - tpt, and Nathaniel Schleimer- tenor sax and flute), bass (Andy Zadrozny) and piano (Ann Reynolds). Enjoy a lovely Sunday afternoon in Edmonds on the lawn in City park. FREE event.

Free event at Woodin Creek Village with the Clave Gringa quartet! Come visit this unique village within a town in Woodinville. Great restaurants, wine tasting, ice cream places surrounding a central square where we play. 5-7 PM

It’s Jazz walk time. Come to lovely Edmonds to wander about and listen to great music. Clave Gringa quartet with Jessica Lurie on tenor sax and flute, Ann Reynolds on piano, Willie Garza on percussion, and Andy Zadrozny on bass. We play from 6PM-9PM in the wonderful Cafe Louvre. It’s a terrifically fun night. Tickets are $45 in advance and will get you into all shows between 5:30 and midnight. $45 presale for adults, $35 for students. Go to JazzClubs Northwest site for tickets.

Clave Gringa with two special guests - Nathan Vetter on trombone and Jessica Lurie on tenor sax and flute. They will join the usual bandmates to give an extra special show. Reservations and tickets at northcitybistro.com

Sharing the joy and energy of Cuba, Clave Gringa will play Cuban originals and classics and DJ Reinier will spin Cuban salsa during the break between sets. Ann-ita Reynolds (piano and voice), Nathaniel Schleimer (flute and tenor sax), Mike Mines (trumpet) Edsson Otero (drum kit), Willie Garza (congas and percussion), Andy Zadrozny (bass).

Come here the Cuban jazz of Clave Gringa at this free venue inside Crossroads Mall. Lots of fun for all ages.

Ann Reynolds Jazz quartet plays at the Friend Museum (83 King St) from 5:30-7:30 as part of the Jazz Night Pioneer Square. This amazing event is free and there are 15 venues, 15 bands in various locations between 5:30 and 10 PM. Come explore Pioneer Square and the music!

Join Clave Gringa for a night of good energy and joyous Cuban music.  Clave Gringa brings their unique Cuban jazz rooted in traditional Cuban styles to North City Bistro with special guest George Iftner on trumpet along with  Nathaniel Schleimer  on tenor sax and flute, phenomenal percussionist Willie Garza, bassist Andy Zadrozny, and the leader, pianist and vocalist Ann Reynolds.  The band will take you on a journey through Cuban music from the classically oriented danzon and cha-cha-cha styles to the African folkloric sounds and rumba. You won’t be able to sit still!

The music of Carla Bley, Ann Reynolds, Tobi Stone, and Mary Lou Williams will be played by Ann Reynolds, Jessica Lurie, Tobi Stone, Geoff Harper and Chris Icasiano. We play in the wonderful Seattle Jazz Fellowship space in Pioneer Square. $20 for the event, or free for Fellowship members (it only costs $60 per year and you can go to all concerts for that membership. Best deal in town.

Join us in one of our favorite venues - great food, wine and comfortable atmosphere in which to take in Clave Gringa’s special Cuban jazz. You won’t be able to sit still! Our old friend Dean Schmidt will be joining us on bass for a special evening that also includes Nathaniel Schleimer on tenor sax and flute, Mike Mines on trumpet, Willie Garza on percussion, and Ann Reynolds on piano and vocals. $20 tickets available from the northcitybistro.com web site.

Clave Gringa is back at Crossroads Bellevue - a great place for the whole family to grab a bit and here some fine Cuban jazz. Ann Reynolds (piano and voice); Nathaniel Schleimer (tenor sax and flute); Andy Zadrozny (bass) Ernesto Pediangco (percussion). Experience the joy and energy of Cuban music. FREE

It’s a Cuba night at this wonderful venue, Black and Tan Hall in Hillman City (that is just down the road from Royal Room, Columbia City). High energy Clave Gringa with two horns (Mike Mines - trumpet; Nathaniel Schleimer - tenor sax and flute;) two percussionists (Willie Garza - congas; Edsson Otero - drum kit), bass (Andy Zadrozny), piano and vocals (Ann Reynolds). Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at door

Come out to the wonderful Jackson Street Jazz Walk, honoring the African American tradition of music in Seattle along Jackson St in the Central District. 20 bands, on 9 stages between the hours of 4:30 and 11. Advance tickets before August 15 are $30; then $35 until day of the event; $40 at the event. Clave Gringa quartet with Ann Reynolds, Andy Zadrozny, Mike Mines, and Ernesto Pediangco play from 5-6:30 at the Shew-ber bar and restaurant- great Ethiopian food.

A fun early evening awaits you in Woodinville at the Woodin Creek Village. Clave Gringa quartet will perform a concert in the main square from 5:30-7:30

Join us at the wonderful Wedgwood Art Festival to hear Clave Gringa trio and check out some terrific art. 11:30-12:30. Free. http://www.wedgwoodfestival.com/

Clave Gringa Quintet plays at the Edmonds Jazz Walk from 6-8:45 in the Graphite Art Center. A very fun event with many venues and different artists between 5 and midnight. Buy your ticket in advance (it sells out) at https://www.jazzclubsnw.org/edmondsjazzwalktickets.html

There is going to be some fine piano music on Wednesday at the Royal Room. Myself and 4 other Seattle pianists (Eric Verlinde, Nelda Swiggett, Jovino Santos Neto, and Alex Guilbert) play the music of Argentinian tango master Astor Piazzola and fabulous Brazilian composer Ernesto Nazareth. ($20 advance tickets, $25 at the door)

Let’s go to CUBA! Clave Gringa brings their unique Cuban jazz rooted in traditional Cuban styles to North City Bistro with two horns (maestro Mike Mines on trumpet and Nathaniel Schleimer  on tenor sax and flute), phenomenal percussionist Willie Garza, bassist Andy Zadrozny, and the leader, pianist and vocalist Ann Reynolds.  The band will take you on a journey through Cuban music from the classically oriented danzon and cha-cha-cha styles to the African folkloric sounds and rumba. You won’t be able to sit still! Clave Gringa plays Cuban jazz originals composed by the leader, pianist Ann Reynolds, and Cuban standards that capture the joy and love of Cuba. http://clavegringa.com

Clave Gringa returns to Crossroads Bellevue for a free, all ages show. Come to listen and dance to the wonderful Cuban rhythms and original music by Ann Reynolds/Clave Gringa

Jazz Walks are so fun. You can wander to hear different bands for one suggested entry fee. Clave Gringa will be bringing their original Cuban jazz to Anacortes on May 2 from 6-8 PM in the Pelican Bookstore. Drop on in!

Come hear this wonderful jazz duo at the North Bend Jazz Walk. We play at the Birches Habitat gift shop in North Bend. You purchase your “ticket” which gets you into 18 venues! purchase at jazzclubsnw.org web site. $40 if purchased before April 20; $30 for students.

Ann Reynolds and Tobi Stone bring you their original music to Bellingham with a stunning quartet.  Ann and Tobi have been playing together for over 25 years and have each been developing unique voices through their compositions. Joining Ann and Tobi for this concert are Heather Chriscaden on bass and Chris Icasiano on drums. $20 general; $10 students

Free music at Crossroads Bellevue Market Stage. We’ve been playing and loving this locale for years. All Ages, good sound, lots of great food choices

Clave Gringa plays Cuban Jazz at the Jazz Fellowship space in Pioneer Square. It’s a very cool venue and you can get a bite in the square before the show. Personnel: Ann Reynolds -piano; Willie Garza-congas; Steve Smith-bongo and percussion; Andy Zadrozny-bass; Daniel Barry-trumpet. $20 or free with membership.