Unified Jazz Ensemble
2017-11-28 20:30 - 23:00, 2017-12-05 20:30 - 23:00, 2017-12-12 20:30 - 23:00 UTC | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
The Unified Jazz Ensemble is a dynamic group of masterful musicians from the USA. This ensemble has years of experience educating and entertaining diverse audiences. This is acoustic jazz, a classic American art form, done to perfection with audience interaction at its best.

Dean Rosenthal & Friends
2017-11-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2017-12-06 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Dean Rosenthal, Tom Fridrich, Gary Wright

Jeff Antoniuk & The Jazz Update
2017-11-30 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax)
Tonight, November 30 (8pm). 49 West in Annapolis, MD
Jeff Antoniuk & The Jazz Update, featuring Russ Nolan
The evening features these great musicians . . .
Thelonious Monk – composer
John Coltrane – composer
Cedar Walton – composer
Joe Henderson – composer
Oh yeah. And the band . . .
Jeff Antoniuk – tenor and soprano sax
Russ Nolan – tenor sax (in from NYC)
Wade Beach – piano
Jon Steele – bass
Kelton Norris – drums

1st Friday’s with Tom Mitchell & Friends
2017-12-01 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
When: Friday, Dec 1
What: Tom Mitchell’s 1st Fridays @49 West featuring Tom, John Previti and Tim Ford
Where: 49 West Café , 49 West St., Annapolis, MD
Time: 8:00 PM / $12 Reservations recommended.
This Jazz Trio, with Tim on piano, John on bass and me on guitar and vocal is a real joy, and we always have a ball. Come out for some great home-made Korean food that 49 West serves on 1st Fridays.

Kings of Crownsville
2017-12-02 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Kings of Crownsville
. . . play dynamic, accessible music to suit sophisticated tastes. We take great tunes, add a touch of New Orleans, a pinch of jazz, a hint of world-beat, and ground it all in solid alt-rock sensibility.
. . . write the best new music in Annapolis and take a fresh look at songs by everyone from Johnny Mercer to David Byrne.
. . . is a six-piece band making essential music with piano, trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass and drums. Two, three, and four-part vocal harmony is our signature sound

Sunday Jam Session
2017-12-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2017-12-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2017-12-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax)
Annapolis Acoustic Jam: A Round-Robin Jam for songs of every age and genre. All acoustic stringed instruments, harmonicas, flutes & whistles are welcome. We do have limits on our sound levels in the back room as we share the venue with live entertainment in the front room. If you want to learn to play in a group this jam is for you. Join the fun from 9:am until 12 noon on Sundays. Direct questions to Ken Mayer at ken.i.mayer@gmail.com

Jonathan Stone
2017-12-03 10:00 - 13:00, 2017-12-10 10:00 - 13:00, 2017-12-17 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Jazz Samba Sunday Brunch every Sunday

Gary & Leah
2017-12-03 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax)
GARY WRIGHT & LEAH WEISS play roots-Americana music. Drawing from the traditions of Appalachian old-time and country music, their repertoire is a blend of originals, reinvented traditional songs and tunes, and innovative contemporary covers. Driving fiddle lines and tight harmony singing are trademarks of their sound.
No Cover Charge

Annapolis Under Cover Volume II
2017-12-04 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax)
The Annapolis Undercover Volume ll returns to 49 west for its second annual showcase. Annapolis Undercover brings the talent of many local songwriters into one room for one memorable night. Each artist will perform one of their own original songs and then cover another local songwriters original tune. The goal is to bring musicians together to celebrate each other’s talents. It’s also a really fun evening to see acts you enjoy all in one room! This show may sell out so make reservations now…
Please call 410-626-9796
line up in no particular order:
James Von lenz
John Lawton
Jimi Davis
Gage Rhodes
Shea Springer
Sean Hetrick
Charles kavoossi
Soren Mattson
Sarah Paige
Jen Van Meter
Wyght Gold
Rick Houge
Stefan Heuer
Miles Gannet
Brandon Hardesty
Shawn Shakya
Nick Larsen
Gingerwolf
Danah Koch
Kristi Allen
Emma Myers
Max Jeffery
Joey Harkem
Angela Charles
Sam Pugh
Erin schweers

Starrs Jazz Jam
2017-12-06 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax)
The troops are still jammin’ at 49 West Café – Musicians & singers sit in with our house band composed of: JOHN STARR on bass, flute & vocals; DICK GLASS on flugelhorn, bass & vocals; LARRY SCOTT on piano; & BILL McHENRY on drums! Only a $10 cover to hear wonderful jazz from 7-10 pm! The soups and salads at 49 WEST are perfect for a Spring evening too! Invite a friend to join you and share the fun!

Helluvaband
2017-12-07 20:00 - 23:00 UTC | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Jeff Antoniuk-sax
John Lee-guitar
Mike Pope- electric bass
Frank Russo-drums

Hypnotic Panties
2017-12-08 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax)

Full Circle -Kevin Artz and Michael Kelly
2017-12-09 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax)
Full Circle – Kevin Artz and Michael Kelly
Kevin Artz has long been recognized by his peers as an outstanding musician, songwriter and even recognized by Martin guitars for his collaboration with Brad Marshall in the Virginia based duo Marshall Artz. Michael Kelly is an Annapolis based musician and songwriter performing regularly throughout the region. His latest CD, Color Factory, has garnered airplay on indie stations throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. Their paths first converged in high school and now have come full circle for what promises to be a special evening of music! $10 cover.

Bigfoot
2017-12-10 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax)
Elusive Jazz
Fowler, Noonan & Thompson

Pam Stevens Duo
2017-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
A classical duo with flute and violin

Shook/ Russo 5 Tet
2017-12-13 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Amy Shook – acoustic bass
Pat Shook – tenor saxophone
Frank Russo – drums
Tim Leahey – trumpet
Jonathan Epley – guitar
The Shook/Russo 5tet has been performing together since 2005 in the mid-Atlantic region. Their focus has always been to compose and perform their own original music within the jazz idiom, honoring the masters by carrying on the tradition. Be it through blues, swing, bebop, soul jazz, or more modern funk and groove, the group has developed an incredible and unique sound by merging the diverse backgrounds of each of these fine musicians into one voice. The result is a whirlwind of grooves, melodies, and diverse textures that are a true delight to hear. Collectively, the members of the Shook/Russo 5tet have performed extensively throughout the United States, as well as performed in Canada, Mexico, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean and at festivals such as the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, the Ottawa Jazz Festival, the Stan Getz Jazz Festival, the East Coast Jazz Festival, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, and the Telluride Jazz Festival, the Wall Street Jazz Festival and the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival to name a few. They currently have two CDs out on Summit Records, and will be releasing a new album later this year, featuring all new music by members of the band.

2nd Thursday’s with Gary Wright, Leah Weiss & Tom Fridrich
2017-12-14 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax)
Join us every 2nd Thursday’s Happy Hour with Gary, Leah & Tom

Steve Fidyk & The Parlour Project
2017-12-14 20:00 - 23:00 UTC
Led by drummer Steve Fidyk, The Parlour Project is a new ensemble that trends on performing original improvisational music. Fidyk has earned national and international acclaim as a performer, author, and educator. He is a member of The Army Blues Big Band, the Jazz Studies faculty at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA., and a contributing columnist for Modern Drummer Magazine. He has performed and recorded with Wayne Bergeron, John Clayton, Wycliffe Gordon, Tim Hagans, Slide Hampton, Maureen McGovern, James Moody, New York Voices, Dick Oates, Arturo Sandoval, Doc Severinsen, Terell Stafford, Tim Warfield, and Bill Watrous. On tour with Maureen McGovern, Fidyk has performed with orchestras throughout the country, including The Cincinnati Pops, Spokane Symphony, Nashville Symphony, Plano Symphony, The Baltimore Symphony, The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon. His discography as a leader/co-leader includes: Big Kids (U.S. Roots), A Perfect Match (Write Groove), and Live at Blues Alley (OA2). Fidyk can also be heard on over 100 recordings as a contributing artist.

Badger Band
2017-12-15 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax)
BADGER BAND with guests Drawn This Way, 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery Dec. 15, $15, Reservations Recommended. See you there! Happy Holiday!

The Johnny Monet Band
2017-12-16 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Halifax)
The Johnny Monet band rocks in the holidays at 49 West with their potent brew of original rock n’ roll, soul and rockabilly! Added to the gumbo are songs by Elvis Costello, The Four Tops, Springsteen and Lucinda Williams.
Introducing their new drummer – John Jernigan from Nashville – the band is tighter than ever. Johnny Monet is local artist and songwriter John Ebersberger. Ring in the season with this trip through the heartlands of Rock n’ Roll!
The Johnny Monet Band is: John Ebersberger – guitar and vocals; Mark Inginio – lead guitar; Jimmy Jacobs- piano; Don Farrell – bass guitar; John Jernigan – drums

The Befuddlers
2017-12-17 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Thanks Come on down to 49west – Larry and i’ll be singing & playing and hanging out in one of our favorite local places.. there is all kinds of good stuff going there besides this music we’re promoting. amazing artwork, food and drinks, people. No cover, just walk on in, seat yourself. – we’re in the front room.
Jenn Byrne is the foundation of the group, playing the upright bass, and doing the Lion’s share of the singing. Jenn has an enigmatic and versitile voice, which is capable of a wide variety of styles. In addition to The Befuddlers Jenn can be seen around town with her other group, the Hypnotic Panties. She also has a band with her brother Jeremy, and father Pete which is called Crosstown.
Larry Byrne is a multi-instumentalist and singer, and lays down the rhythm on acoustic guitar with The Befuddlers. Larry sits on the board of AMFM, a charity organization for musicians based in Annapolis. He can be seen playing with many local groups at AMFM fundraisers. Larry also plays with the local funk group, Higher Hands, playing the keyboards and supplying left hand bass. He also loves to join the Hypnotic Panties whenever possible!
Pete Reichwein is the father of Jenn, and the Dobro player in the group. Pete has been a fixture in the Bluegrass community for decades, but is also an extremely diverse musician with a good knowledge of many different styles of music.
No Cover Charge

Stef Scaggiari, Sue Matthews & Steve Abshire Christmas
2017-12-17 16:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
2 Shows 4:30 & 7:30
