1. Saturday 8/19 could be titled "The Night Dave Finucane Let It All Hang Out." But, that was only part of it: the Dave Finucane Quartet--with guitarist Scott Sawyer, bassist Jason Foureman, & drummer Kobie Watkins--ignited from their first number & the fire raged through both sets. So prepare to make reservations for their return gig 12/9.
2. Still jazzed after their gig the night before, on Sunday night Sawyer & Foureman played delightful, quiet jazz standards at Chapel Hill's West End Wine Bar (aka Chapel Hill's hidden jazz gem).
This Week: Jeez, what to expect after last Saturday night? Let's see...
Friday: Jim Ketch's Swingtet has probably been the most consistent small group to play around here over the last year. Friday night should be no different as Jim joins some of the best young players hereabouts.
Sunday is busier than usual: singer Frankie Alexander at Duke's Nasher Museum brunch 12p; NCCU's annual free "Give The Drummer Some" concert in B.N. Duke Auditorium 6p; & bassist Jason Foureman plays at the CH West End Wine Bar with pianist Eliana Fishbane 7p. I heard the last two there recently, & they play lovely jazz standards.