Confluence Jazz

Every Coffee Concert at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center brings something a little different, and on June 16th, audiences can expect a morning shaped by the wide-ranging musical style of Robert Nelson.

One of the things we enjoy most…

One of the pleasures of performing regularly at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center is the opportunity to collaborate with outstanding guest vocalists, each bringing their own personality and perspective to the music.

On June 2nd, Confluence Jazz looks forward to…

There is something special about hearing live jazz in St. Louis that simply cannot be recreated through headphones or playlists. We live in a world where music is often something people consume while driving, working, scrolling, or multitasking. Songs become…

The Magic of a Great Jazz Vocalist

There is something timeless about hearing a great jazz vocalist perform live. A familiar standard can suddenly feel brand new depending on who is singing it, the energy in the room, and the…

One of the questions we are often asked is how we decide which songs make it into a performance.

The answer is not always simple.

Every show has its own character, and much of that depends on who we are…

No Two Shows Ever Feel the Same

One of the things we love most about playing jazz is that no two performances ever really feel the same.

That might sound strange considering we often revisit the same songs, standards, and…

Jazz in St. Louis has been shaping the city’s musical identity for more than a century, and it continues to inspire musicians and audiences today. As a band that performs regularly in the region, we feel incredibly lucky to be…

One of the remarkable things about jazz is that certain songs never seem to fade away.

Long after musical trends come and go, jazz standards continue to find their way into performances, recordings, and conversations between musicians. There is something…

The St. Louis music scene has always been built on collaboration, and one of the things we love most as a band is sharing the stage with incredible vocalists and musicians from across the city. Every performance is a chance…

Live Music in St. Louis has always been about more than entertainment. It is about connection, shared focus, and the experience of hearing something unfold in real time. From historic venues to dedicated performance halls, live music shapes how people…

After years of performing, one thing becomes clear: live music survives because people continue making room for it in their lives.

St. Louis has always been a city with a strong musical identity. From jazz and blues to rock, soul,…

There is something distinctive about a jazz trio.

In many ways, it is one of the most exposed ways to perform. With only piano, bass, and drums, every musician carries a great deal of responsibility. There are no extra sections…