April 2016
Saturday April 27:00pm - 10:00pm
J.W. Marriott, 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'll be joining pianist Steve Talaga and bassist Charlie Hoats in a quartet led by guitarist Steve Hilger for an evening of light jazz in the lobby bar of this fine downtown GR institution.
Saturday April 237:30pm
Northview High School, Grand Rapids, MI
Hip Pocket will be the featured guest artists at this year's Northview High School Spring concert.
Pat Metheny Tribute
Monday April 258:00pm
Speak EZ, 600 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'll be joining guitarists Ryan Limbeck and Phil Marsh plus keyboardist Paul Lesinski and bassist Chris Bardolph for a very special one-time performance showcasing the work of jazz legend Pat Metheny. Don't miss it!
Saturday April 302:00pm
Thornapple Jazz Festivalband shell at corner of State St and Church St
Hastings, MI
Hastings, MI
I'm delighted to be playing with this outstanding ensemble performing jazz arrangements for 5 saxes and rhythm section. Come enjoy our show and many more at this wonderful outdoor festival (rain location: Barry Community Foundation @ 3pm).
Saturday April 309:30pm - 1:30am
Billy's Lounge, 1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Come enjoy the powerful sound of West Michigan's hottest horn band, playing the tunes of Tower of Power, Chaka Khan, Bruno Mars, Chicago, Earth Wind & Fire, and much more.
May 2016
Saturday May 216:00pm - 10:00pm
Norton Shores, MI
Hip Pocket will be performing as part of a fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs of Muskegon.
Wednesday May 257:00pm - 10:00pm
The B.O.B., 20 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'll be joining pianist Steve Talaga and bassist Charlie Hoats in a quartet led by guitarist Steve Hilger for an evening of electric jazz in the B.O.B.'s ground-floor bar (aka H.O.M.E.).
June 2016
Friday June 35:45pm
Calder Stage, Festival of the Arts, downtown GR
I'm hoping for sunshine and warm temperatures for this outdoor show at Grand Rapids' premier summertime event, the Festival of the Arts. We'll be on the main stage on Ionia in the shadow of the the huge red Calder sculpture.
River City Rogues Dixieland Band
Sunday June 52pm - 4pm
Harmony Hall Brewery & Restaurant401 Stocking Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'll be filling-in for this group's usual drummer for a Sunday afternoon of old-fashioned Dixieland jazz at this traditional German-style beer hall. Wienerschnitzel, sausages, beer, and dixieland jazz -- a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Marshland Express
Friday June 107pm - 9pm
Waldron Pub, 58 Ionia SW, Grand Rapids
It's a privilege to be subbing for Michigan drum legend Randy Marsh in his jazz quartet featuring Steve Talaga (piano), Warren Jones (bass), and Caleb Elzinga (sax). This weekly Friday night event has become a local favorite, both for the great jazz and the $9.99 all-you-can-eat fish fry. "Yum" on both counts.
David Collee Quartet
Saturday June 11
Calvin College
Calvin College
private engagement
Saturday June 189:30pm - 1:30am
Billy's Lounge, 1437 Wealthy SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Get your fix of funk-infused R&B goodness as Michigan's premier horn band takes the stage, playing the tunes of Tower of Power, Chicago, Bruno Mars, Earth Wind & Fire, Chaka Kahn, and much more.
River City Rogues Dixieland Band
Sunday June 192pm - 4pm
Harmony Hall Brewery & Restaurant401 Stocking Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'll be filling-in for this group's usual drummer for a fun afternoon of Dixieland-style jazz.
Thursday June 236:30pm
Celadon Concert Series2050 Celadon Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI
What a great way to spend a summer evening, especially on a weeknight! Join us for an outdoor concert at this charming neighborhood park. The jazz quartet plays first at 6:30pm, followed by Steve Hilger's blues band.
Marshland Express
Friday June 247:00pm - 9pm
Waldron Pub, 58 Ionia SW, Grand Rapids, MI
This wonderful downtown restaurant has created a superb Friday evening "hang" with great food and cool jazz. I'm delighted to once again be subbing for Randy Marsh in his "Marshland Express" jazz quartet.
Karen Cameron Quartet
Sunday June 265pm - 8pm
JD Reardon's, 940 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI
I'm looking forward to backing up talented jazz vocalist Karen Cameron in a group that includes Steve Talaga on piano and Tom Lockwood on bass. A great way to spend a Sunday evening.
