Indianapolis has a great scene. From small groups, unique artists, to big bands and beyond, Indy has it all. It also has it’s own sound as one can hear on this BIG BAND album by pianist/composer/arranger and all around nice guy, Steve Allee. This album was released in the middle of March and you can find this album to purchase at these links:
AppleMusic
Amazon Music
Bandcamp

If you find yourself wanting to hear and truly experience this band LIVE, look no further than The Jazz Kitchen on April 5th! The band will be rocking, celebrating the release of this album AND the Jazz Kitchen’s 31st anniversary. It will be a party and we hope you can be there. Here is the ticket link:

April 5th, Steve Allee Big Band at the Jazz Kitchen

On this podcast we interview Steve, talk about some Indy Jazz history and play lots of music. The people you will be listening to are pictured and listed below. Thanks for listening!

Steve Allee (composer, arranger, pianist, leader)/John Clayton (conductor)

The woodwinds (l-r: Chip McNeill, Matt Pivec, Rob Dixon, Mike Stricklin (lead), Ned Boyd)

The Rhythm Section (Rusty Burge (vibraphone), Jeremy Allen (bass), Steve Allee (piano), Steve Houghton (drums), Sandy Williams (guitar))

The Trombones (l-r: Jared Rodin (bass trombone), Richard Dole, Jim Pugh (lead), Zach Granger)

The Trumpets (l-r: John Raymond, Joey Tartell (lead), Jeff Conrad, Ansyn Banks)