First off, for a jazz club in Austin, it has all the ambience. Good conversation, pretty solid…read morecocktails and of course, great music. It is a very lively atmosphere that's accompanied with dim lighting after a long day. I really like how it's never too crowded since they control the amount of patrons allowed. However, service is not great. I hope it's a fluke, but consistency is present on how the waiters and bartenders interact with paying music enjoyers. Could not have begged more to order drinks or get a couple waters to a full table. I suggest tipping the musicians before being met with the lack of friendly service. Or even service for that matter.

The Elephant Room is one of Austin's most widely known jazz venues. It is located below street…read morelevel on Congress Avenue. If you are claustrophobic, this might not be the best place for you. From the street level, you walk down steps to enter the club. This basement club delivers an authentic jazz experience. The dim lighting, narrow long room, and close seating create an intimate atmosphere. Live jazz musicians are hosted every night of the week, often with multiple sets, featuring a mix of local musicians, rotating house bands, and visiting musicians. Because of the tight space, you are always close to the stage. Tonight's headliner was the Concept Orchestra. Cover tonight was $7. Cocktails range $14-16. The room was pretty tightly packed creating positive vibes.

I have bookmarked this place a long time and didnt have the occasion to go until recently. We…read moreattended the Sinatra Birthday event and there was a whole orchestra and singer. They did an amazing job with great pieces selected, the host/singer was captivating with his stories behind the songs and background of Sinatra. Sound quality was superb and venue is pretty. I like the small candles on the tables. I'd recommend to book before hand since seats fill fast especially for popular themed shows. They serve pizzas and some drinks but it's nothing to write home about. Music is where is at!!

Parker Jazz Club has been touted as one of Austin's great places to listen to jazz music. It is…read morelocated in the basement of a downtown building. The ambiance appears to be upscale and feels like a speakeasy. At the back of Parker Jazz club is a very colorful bar, which is something you might likely see in New Orleans, LA. The place is charming, cozy and welcoming. In addition, it is important to note there is a parking garage across the street and ample street parking. Performances range from jazz and swing to Latin influenced sets and special themed nights, featuring both local and touring musicians. It is great to find a venue like Parker Jazz Club that offers live music other than primarily rock and country western music. Drink service is available along with a food menu...limited primarily to pizza. It is a great jazz spot!

Hidden Gem First…read moreoff Collin is hands down one of the most gracious owners I've ever met. Secondly, I love how this is a listening only venue meaning no talking. I'm a regular and try to come at least a few times a quarter. Last night I saw the ACC faulty play. Talk about a mind blowing experience. All of them (special shout out to Dr J and JWise) are highly skilled in their craft. Whether you are new to jazz or a seasoned veteran you'll be sure to have a pleasant experience at Monk's. Pro Tip: I love sitting right near the piano. 10/10 CMaj7#9 Chords

Amazing jazz club! We had such a fun time and the atmosphere is really intimate there's not a bad…read moreplace to sit in the house and you can BYOB. The performers and sound was awesome!! Only complaint was that the bar stool seating was not super comfy.

I understand why some say Antone's is the best nightlife in town! It was actually just my speed ~…read moregood music vibes and chill light dancing among some while I did my signature chair dancing. I saw some great music Saturday night and was lucky to get a chair up close. The seating did fill up and the standing room area was pretty full, so keep that in mind for show times. I was also very lucky to grab their last 5mg delta-9 Tejas Tonic ($12) and a Topo Chico ($4). Cheers to Austin carrying happy drinks without the alcohol. It was perfect but I wish they had more in stock, we were ready to sip on that sizzurp. Great staff at the bar though! They do have a cover but keep an eye out for deals! We got bogo tix for $25 through ticketmaster. Overall great time at Antone's! I had so much fun and it is within walking distance of so much so great place to see a show.

Came here for a jazz concert. What a wonderful time with live music and a good crowd…read more I truly enjoyed the mix of beautiful sounds of the instruments and the singer was fenomenal. Getting to downtown on that area is just getting harder with construction and difficulty to find good available parking. The homeless are scattered in that area as well. However, thankfully the show was early in the day and the place made it to be enjoyable at least inside you transfer to the world of music. I didn't stay long to have experience any service, but I did see staff being attentive and ready to clean up tables. The place looks clean and well kept. The darker atmosphere makes it very relaxing and intimate.

ARSJB are great! I love to go to Quality Seafood on Mondays to eat crabs and listen to good music!…read more Not only do they have musical talent; they are great performers with excellent interaction with the audience.

Fantastic! Their musicianship is stellar and they have so much fun, and such a sense of humor,…read moreit's just impossible to not have fun at their gigs. They do traditional jazz, which is, itself, very fun music. This band brings it on to the max! They played our wedding and it was outrageously fun. I highly recommend them as a wedding band. They're great musicians, really fun, professional, and nice people you'd actually want to have at your wedding. And in addition to that, as a huge bonus, they do traditional jazz which is a kind of music that people of all ages really enjoy.

Paula was my instructor for the better part of a year. She was fantastic! I learned more than I…read morecould have expected, and lessons were surprisingly fun. Paula was respectful about my time in regard to scheduling and understanding that people learn at different paces. She was always patient. I would happily take lessons with her again!

Paula Maya gave a wonderful performance for my fundraising event! She is so professional and guests…read morewere absolutely delighted with her set. It feels amazing to support local musicians and Paula is definitely a crowd favorite!

This dude embodies the spirit of Austin. He's a king, wearing a crown, on the street corner giving…read moreout his musical riches to the community. Sure, he's not a great musician, but that's not the point- it's his tenacity and willingness to stick with the bass. Sure, other people might try to get him to take up the banjo, fiddle or accordion, but he loves his bass. He is the bass master. He puts on a whole performance and everything. I haven't seen him up on 6th recently, and was wondering if he's still around. Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World, so I can only hope he's still jammin' out.

Loved this guy. Anyone know of he's still around/alive?…read more I'll always remember his big smile and the crown on his head!

Since we were two doors down from the Continental Club Gallery, we decided to pop in. This feels…read morelike one of Austin's best kept secrets. We discovered the Continental Club Gallery tonight! Nope, it is not an art gallery as the name implies. It is located upstairs above the Continental Club on S. Congress (a tattoo parlor separates the two venues). You literally have to look on the opposite side of the building to see the club's name. This small, intimate upstairs room offers a completely different experience from the Continental club. It has space for approximately 40 people. It feels like you are sitting in your living room listening to a concert as there are three sofas at the venue with high bar table and chairs in the background. The Gallery features jazz, soul, and R&B music genres. Tonight's headliner was Miles Zuniga, an Austin based singer, songwriter, and guitarist, best known as a founding member of the rock band Fastball. The band achieved major commercial success in the late 1990s with platinum selling albums and hit songs such as "The Way" and "Out of My Head," and received Grammy nominations. Zuniga and his guitarist played for Continental Club Gallery guests. He had Bruce Springsten sound to me. We enjoyed his music.

Yo, I come here every fucking week and I do #LOVE this place N so obviously they get five stars,…read morebut I do have to say... Never have I ever been to the bathroom here and the toilet seat be DOWN for me... In the olden days, allegedly a dude used to throw his coat over a puddle of water so i could pass by..... These days they don't even be hitting the bare MINIMUM... like basic respect lol, putting the fucking seat down. I'm not even a hater. It's just time and time again and I'm fuckin sick of it . If you have a d**k, consider having some thoughtfulness as well. Anyways, love the gallery!!. Love James McMurtry every wed !!! *smiley face emoticon