All-Star Lineup of Musicians to Play 'Jazzy Sundays in the Parks' Concert Series, Kicking Off this Weekend
Mar. 1, 2023
SPRING! THOSE FEW all-too-short months between winter and summer when the weather in Houston reminds you of how nice being outdoors can be. It’s the perfect time for three of the city’s fabulous green spaces to roll out Jazzy Sundays in the Parks, a free, family-friendly series of concerts featuring some of the city and region’s most talented jazz, zydeco, gospel, blues R&B, funk, Brazilian, and Latin musicians.
The weekly series gets rolling Mar. 5 at Emancipation Park with a performance by Houston-born pianist Robert Glasper, whose talents extend beyond jazz and into the realms of hip-hop and R&B. Glasper made waves recently after winning the 2023 Grammy for Best R&B Album for Black Radio III, which prompted a bewildered Chris Brown (who apparently doesn’t listen to a lot of jazz) to post on social media: “Who da (expletive) is this?” Glasper turned the potential (expletive) storm into another win by creating a now sold-out T-shirt that read “Who TF is Robert Glasper” and donating a portion of the sales to the Community Music Center of New Orleans, which provides free music lessons to underprivileged youth. Glasper shares his Sunday in the park set with Hutson Percussion & Friends, led by percussionist brothers Darius and David Hutson.
Discovery Green (photo by JVince)
Also on tap for the month of March are Matthew Hartnett & The Gumbo All-Stars and Nooney & The Zydeco Floaters (Mar. 12); jazz, funk, and fusion quartet Stretch and Vanguard Collective (Mar. 19); and singer-songwriter Lenora who will share a set with Jeremy Joseph (Mar. 26).
In April, the music heads over to Discovery Green, with music by The Felix DeLeon Quintet and The Trade (April 9); Houston-born MacArthur mad genius Jason Moran and The Stuart Adams Collective (April 16); blues singer Diunna Greenleaf and Britney Bloom & Strangers on Earth (April 23); and Marlon Simon & The Nagual Spirits and Adriano Santos Brazilian Jazz Quartet (April 30).
Finally, in May, at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park, music lovers can check out sets by The Suffers and Maryum Echo (May 7); jazz pianist James Francies and saxophonist Cliff Gordon (May 14); The Gabriel Santiago Project and Matt Serice with Along Those Lines (May 21); and David Michael Watt with Texas soul man and Houston CityBook 2022 Music Issue star Micah Edwards (May 28).
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“I’m very excited to bring a new, elevated bar experience to the Heights and deliver premium cocktails in a beautifully designed space,” said Hansen of Best Regards. “Mixed with a rotating roster of international DJs, live music, and an international tapas menu that transitions from brunch to late night, our social lounge will be a must-visit Houston destination.”
Located on W. 11th near the intersection of Yale in the original home of Calle Onze and most recently the shuttered Chivos, the social club plans to provide premium cocktails, an impressive wine and champagne list, creative mocktails, and an overall chic vibe. The 5,000-plus-square-foot space, anchored by a central indoor bar will channel glamour mixed with intimate seating vignettes built for conversation.
Expansive wrap-around outdoor spaces will create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection well-suited for multiple guest experiences. Well-appointed, covered and cooled outdoor patios will create the perfect ambiance to comfortably enjoy Houston’s summer months, while the lounge’s indoor space will offer additional reprieve.
Best Regards will host DJs and a variety of live music performers each week. Guests can expect lounge music paired with a mix of international live music performers. In addition, the social lounge will offer an all-day food menu to pair with the cocktail service. Fare includes light to medium shareable plates with international flavors.
“We’re working with a team of top-notch Houston nightlife veterans and will deliver an energetic all-day experience like no other found in Houston. We are very excited to showcase the team’s hard work and bring an electric energy to this prolific intersection of the Heights,” continued Hansen.
Best Regards will be open six days a week, with happy hour, late-night service and weekend brunch. It will be located near establishments such as Eight Row Flint, Trattoria Sofia, Loro and Dish Society, as well as popular bars including Heights Bier Garten, Johnny’s Gold Brick, Lei Low and Permission Whiskey & Service Co.
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