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09-09-2009, 11:48 AM
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Recommended Jazz/Blues and House music clubs in Chicago?
Hi there
Does anyone have recommendations for jazz and blues clubs in Chicago? Also (if you know of them) any good jam sessions that take place as I am a sax player and will be visiting Chicago for a few weeks next week.
I'd also like to check out the Chicago house music scene so any recommended clubs there would be welcome too.
Many thanks
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09-09-2009, 12:14 PM
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09-09-2009, 12:19 PM
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Thanks Avengerfire, really kind of you to take the time to post those links.
Cheers!
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09-09-2009, 12:29 PM
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Spectrum Bar and Grill has a live Blues Band on Saturdays...I went last Saturday for the first time and loved it. It's located in the heart of Greektown on Jackson and Halsted http://www.yelp.com/biz/spectrum-bar-and-grill-chicago |
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09-09-2009, 01:52 PM
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The best Jazz venue I know of is Jazz Showcase
Welcome! | Jazz Showcase
Too bad you weren't here last weekend; Jazz Fest just wrapped up in Grant Park |
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09-09-2009, 02:12 PM
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I had no idea the MCA did performances. Philip Glass..how did I miss hearing about that?! |
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09-09-2009, 02:16 PM
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MCA's theater is a small enough to be cozy, but large enough to host decent size acts. I would love to see Philip Glass - unfortunately it's sold out!
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09-09-2009, 02:27 PM
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Another hidden gem for jazz and international music on the Northside is Katerina's on Irving Park:
Katerina's | The Hippest Jazz, Funk, Latin, Blues, Greek & International Music
While not a staple for live music, a great place to shake your proverbial booty is the FBL:
Funky Buddha Lounge - SPECIAL EVENTS |
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