Free Jazz Monday: Bill Bares Quartet

An intimate jazz quartet transforms original compositions through spontaneous improvisation, drawing on diverse influences and fluid, exploratory arrangements. Expect thoughtful musicianship and a sophisticated late-night atmosphere.View original

Traditional and contemporary jazz from local musicians fills an intimate neighborhood cocktail bar, with free performances paired with expertly crafted drinks and a relaxed Asheville nightlife atmosphere.View original

Virtuosic five-string fiddle moves between Appalachian roots, bluegrass energy, and inventive looping, creating an intimate, adventurous set in a cocktail-bar listening room.View original

Swinging hot jazz and lively instrumental improvisation bring a spirited, vintage feel to an intimate wine bar setting, suited to listeners looking for a relaxed evening of live music.View original

Laid-back jazz trio sets create a smooth midweek wind-down with swinging standards and improvisation in an intimate bar setting. Pair the 6–8pm music with half-off wine, $10 specialty martinis, and $4 select craft drafts.View original

Four musicians turn a Tuesday night into a barroom gathering, with cosmic reflections on stardust, mortality, and the brief span of human consciousness setting an atmospheric tone for the performance.View original

A lively jazz set brings swinging rhythms and a relaxed lounge atmosphere to an intimate downtown room. Settle in for an evening of classic jazz sounds and cocktails.View original

Rotating local bands and musicians bring a changing mix of sounds, followed by upstairs DJ sets spinning late-night tracks from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. in a lively bar setting.View original

Spontaneous yet composed chamber jazz moves through extreme harmonies and shifting densities, balancing free improvisation with carefully shaped structure in a collaborative, cathartic musical journey.View original

Spontaneous jazz jam session with rotating players trading solos and building tunes in real time. Bring an instrument to sit in or grab a beer and watch improvisers shape the night’s groove.View original

Smooth lounge jazz fills an intimate room with polished melodies and a relaxed, late-evening feel, creating a cozy setting for cocktails and easy conversation.View original

Swinging rhythms and spontaneous improvisation shape a collaborative jazz jam led by Bill Bares, bringing musicians and listeners together for an intimate night of live jazz in Black Mountain.View original

Soulful jazz and blues vocals unfold with a small-group trio in an intimate wine-bar setting, bringing polished phrasing and relaxed evening energy to a close-up performance.View original

A late-night brewery hang where rotating performers blend styles into a single mashup set, keeping the vibe spontaneous and danceable. Ideal for a casual weeknight outing with craft beer and unpredictable genre shifts.View original

Late-night jazz trio in an intimate wine bar, anchored by Danny Iannucci’s bass lines with Capers driving crisp, drum-forward rhythms. A cozy, after-dark set made for sipping wine and lingering conversation.View original

Intimate trio performances blend original compositions with reimagined jazz standards, bringing inventive harmonies and an easygoing tavern atmosphere for attentive listening and an up-close monthly musical experience.View original

An informal jazz and blues jam brings musicians together for spontaneous solos, swinging standards, and blues grooves in a relaxed brewery setting, with a communal feel for players and listeners alike.View original

Rotating guest musicians bring eclectic sets spanning funk, jazz, soul, acid jazz, Afrobeat, reggae, breakbeat, and dance grooves. Expect a lively, genre-mixing night of rhythm and improvisation.View original