Performance Schedule

Here is a list of Black Swan's upcoming public performances.

DATE & TIME DESCRIPTION OF PERFORMANCE

Feb 3-5, '12
Various Times

Central Illinois Jazz Festival

A return trip to Decatur is in store to join an outstanding lineup of bands from across the US. The hotel and venues are all under one roof, so the livin' is easy!

The eight musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Dave Holo, cornet; Don Stone, tbone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; Tony Pantelis, drums; Rory Thomas, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

Feb 24-26, '12
Various Times

Seaside Jazz Festival

This festival in Seaside, Oregon is a weekend of music, fun, and friendship dedicated to presenting the Traditional Sounds of a "True American" art form.

The eight musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Dave Holo, cornet; Don Stone, tbone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; Ron Leach, drums; Scott Anthony, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

March 4 , '12
1:00 to 5:00

Traditional Jazz Society of Oregon

Jammers start at noon and we're on at 1 p.m.

The eight musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Chris Tyle, cornet; Pat O'Neal, tbone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; Ron Leach, drums; John McKinley, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

May 5, '12
12:15 to 3:15

Rialto Poolroom Bar & Cafe (Kentucky Derby)

The Black Swan roving quartet will be returning to the Rialto for their signature event of the year, the annual Run for the Roses at the Kentucky Derby. You'll find a lively and vivacious crowd celebrating the horseflesh and enjoying the occasional mint julep.

The four musicians are: Chris Tyle, cornet; Jim Buchmann, reeds; John McKinley, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

May 20, '12
1:00 to 5:00

Puget Sound Traditional Jazz Society

More information to come soon.

The eight musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Dave Holo, cornet; TBD, tbone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; Ron Leach, drums; John McKinley, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

Sept 16, '12
1:00 to 5:00

Portland Dixieland Society

In 2012 we'll continue our trend of opening up the performance season for the Portland Dixieland Society, meeting at the Milwaukie ELKs lodge on McGloughlin Boulevard. Bring your dancing shoes.

The eight musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Chris Tyle, cornet; Pat O'Neal, trombone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; Ron Leach, drums; John McKinley, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

Nov 11, '12
1:00 to 5:00

Willamette Valley Jazz Society

Tentative. Stay tuned.

Nov 23-25, '12
Various Times

33rd Annual Thanksgiving Dixieland Jazz Festival

We are looking forward to returning to this terrific event in 2012. Stay tuned for more information.

The eight featured musicians include: Marilyn Keller, vocal; Dave Holo, cornet; Don Stone, tbone; Steve Matthes, clarinet; John Bennett, piano; TBD, drums; TBD, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.

Jan 20, '13
1:00 to 5:00

Portland Dixieland Society: Portland All-Stars

Date tentative. Stay tuned for more information on "John Bennett's All-Stars".

Seven featured musicians to include: leader John Bennett, piano; Chris Tyle, cornet; Pat O'Neal, trombone; Jim Buchmann, reeds; Ron Leach, drums; John McKinley, banjo; and Kit Johnson, tuba.