Jazz in Dallas
Looking for a great place to hear live jazz in Dallas? It's not as dificult as you might think! Following is a list of the greatest places to find live jazz this summer in Dallas...
The top hot spot for Jazz this summer in Dallas has to be the Dallas Museum of Art's Jazz under the Stars. Every Thursday night there will be a different live performance outdoors. Soak in the sounds of the Dallas Jazz Orchestra and other great local jazz artists. Bring a picnic or buy food and refreshments on site, or better yet, make reservations at the nearby Stephen Pyle's Restaurant and dish on some of the best food the city has to offer (get patio seating for the ultimate Urban nightlife experience).
For another great Dallas Jazz location, try Sambuca's in Addsion or Uptown. This chic modern day supper club serves Asian inspired cusine and hosts all the great local jazz talent, from smooth jazz to straight up jazz, you are bound to find some music by which to enjoy your sushi.
The Balcony Club is THE place to find the true blue and famous jazz artist in Dallas. No smooth jazz here in this small and laid back bar where you will often find musicians getting off one gig and show up to then later be invited on stage to join in with the band. It's located atop the old Lakewood Theatre. A definite must-see for the true jazz afficendo. Mostly students, you can also find a mix of all ages, lawyers, business people and others. It can be crowded so arrive early to get a good table.
Terrili's on Greenville has long been known to host some the great local jazz musicians. You can feast on some of the best italin food you will ever eat and enjoy the sounds in this cozy and romantic restaurant.
If you are looking for a little jazz swing music, the Mansion on Turtle Creek has some great performers who can croon out some old Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin tunes. The drinks are pricey, but the atmosphere is swanky and there is even a small dance floor for twirl your honey on.
Other venues with live jazz peformances in Dallas are the newly opened House of Blues on Lamar and the Cavern on lower Geenville.
