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Jazz OUTside with special guest Joshua Thomson
June 26, 2025 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Free – $10
Austin’s longest running Free Jazz series Jazz OUTside returns with special guest Joshua Thomson Tomorrow 8-10pm! Joshua is a member of the family who has been with the series since the beginning of 2012 – either with various groups or just to jam during the infamous second set. Something always happens when Joshua is on the bandstand! He’ll be joined by Steve Mankenberg on drums, Michael Barnes on bass, and Dave Laczko on trumpet and effects, followed by the Free Jazz jam 9-10. Hope to see you there!
7:30PM – Doors
8:00 – 9:00PM – Joshua Thomson, Dave Laczko, Michael Barnes, Steve Mankenberg
9:00-10:00PM – Free Jazz (no charts, no tunes – bring your instrument)
“A monthly jam session dedicated to free jazz and spontaneous composition, Jazz OUTside remains one of the best-kept secrets in Austin.” – Austin Chronicle
$5-10 Suggested Donation
Limited supply of free beer
Water and soft drinks available
BYOB
All ages, Family friendly
Excellent food trucks
Covered picnic tables
Bring your blankets or use our chairs
Kenny Dorham’s Backyard is an outdoor music venue & event space featuring food trailers, community gardens & art that honors East Austin’s rich cultural history. The venue is named after the legendary jazz trumpeter who once lived in the East Austin neighborhood.
