A Night at the Village Vanguard: Celebrating the Music of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra

A Night at the Village Vanguard: Celebrating the Music of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra

A Night at the Village Vanguard: Celebrating the Music of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra

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Doors: 6:30pm  |  Show: 7:30pm

Tickets: $20 advance  |  $25 doors

Advance tickets can only be purchased online-we do not sell advance tickets at the venue. Refunds are not available within 48 hours of the event. Tickets do not guarantee seating during shows at the Royal Room. 

We are now accepting reservations for diners! After purchasing tickets, please visit the Reservations page to book a table. Table reservations require advance tickets, and are only for guests who plan to dine at the Royal Room.  We do not take reservations over the phone. Seating for non-diners is first come, first served. Please arrive early to guarantee a seat!

Critical Mass Big Band showcases the music of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra, renowned for their performances at The Village Vanguard from 1965 to 1978. The band pays tribute to one of the most influential big bands to emerge since the swing era.

Critical Mass Big Band stands at the cornerstone in the contemporary jazz scene of Seattle. This group consistently delivers high-energy big band jazz which never fails to impress. Celebrating twenty-five years of music making in 2026, this premier 18-piece group includes Paul Gillespie, Barbara Hubers-Drake, Al Lowe, Ian Basques-Jellison, and Sara Voskhul on saxophones; Jim Elder, Dave Buck, Doug Lora, and Vinnie Christ on trombone; Marty Molloy, Jeff Leinbaugh, Mark Baker, Greg Klein, and Victor Ross on trumpet; Seth Ahnert on piano; Neal Adams on guitar; Phil Demaree on bass; and Rob Parks on drums. 

Al Lowe – alto saxophone
Barbara Hubers-Drake – alto saxophone
Paul Gillespie – tenor saxophone
Ian Basques-Jellison – tenor saxophone
Sara Voskuhl – baritone saxophone
Jim Elder – trombone
Dave Buck – trombone
Doug Lora – trombone
Vinnie Christ – bass trombone
Marty Molloy – trumpet/flugelhorn
Jeff Leinbaugh – trumpet/flugelhorn
Mark Baker – trumpet/flugelhorn
Greg Klein – trumpet/flugelhorn
Victor Ross – trumpet/flugelhorn
Neal Adams – guitar
Seth Ahnert – piano
Phil Demaree – bass
Rob Park – drums

 

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Date And Time

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 @ 07:30 PM
 

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